Viking Rota Joins Award-Winning Fleet of Viking Longships
Viking has taken delivery of its newest river ship in Europe. The 190-guest Viking Rota has joined the growing fleet of state-of-the-art sister ships and will sail Viking’s popular itineraries on the Rhine, Maine and Danube rivers. “The delivery of…
Arcadia Joins Holland America Line Which Expands to 12 Ships
A dozen Holland America ships will soon be cruising to fascinating destinations with the addition of Vista Class vessel Arcadia. Arcadia will join Holland America in 2029. P&O Cruises will transfer the ship to Holland America Line, strengthening the premium…
New Zac Brown Apparel Celebrates Partnership with Margaritaville at Sea
Zac Brown fans can get some new limited-edition apparel when they cruise on the Margaritaville at Sea Islander and Paradise, as well as the new Beachcomber when the ship sets sail in January 2027. The exclusive collection also is available…
10 Cruise Luxuries You May Not Always Get At Home
Is luxury an overused word? There are luxury cruises and ultra-luxury cruises. Luxury has been a feature of cruising for decades. Most of our cruising experience has been with Cunard, however these luxury touches are probably found on many other…
Holland America to Host First Professional Pickleball Association Invitational Held on a Private Island
No one lives on the remote island full-time. But now RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay will be home to the first-ever professional pickleball invitational on a private island during a March 2027 Holland America cruise. Guests will have a one-of-a-kind opportunity…
10 Reasons to Try Alternative Dining On Your Next Cruise
Yachts are an exception. Almost every cruise ship today offers alternative dining venues. These are specialty restaurants that charge a small premium yet function similar to your favorite restaurants back home. Some cruise lines offer discounted packages, encouraging you to…
Explora Journeys to Build Luxury European River Fleet
Some of Europe’s most popular rivers will soon have new ships offering luxury cruises with reservations set to open in 2027. Explora Journeys has signed a letter of intent with Dutch shipbuilder Breejan Shipyard to construct its first luxury river…
Magnolia Bakery’s Banana Pudding Bar Now on Holland America Line Caribbean Cruises
To mark the 30th anniversary of RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line will welcome Magnolia Bakery’s iconic Banana Pudding on board. Guests sailing on Holland America Caribbean cruises during the 2026-27 season will be able to indulge in the…
Zac Brown Named Godfather of Margaritaville at Sea’s New Beachcomber
When the new Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber sets sail in January 2027, Zac Brown will be christening the ship as the Beachcomber’s official Godfather. The honor strengthens a growing partnership that will bring multi-platinum artist and three-time GRAMMY award winner…
11 Tips to Ease Back Into Daily Life After Your Cruise
Cruise ships pamper you. Everyone is treated like kings and queens. Transitioning back into your everyday life can be challenging. This is easier if you fly home after a cruise because the “romance of air travel” has become “the romance…
