Destinations with Character Travel Agency is Celebrating CLIA’s National Plan A Cruise Month All Through the Month of October! We Have Deals From All Of Our Cruise Suppliers! Contact Us For Details Before Time Runs Out! There’s no doubt that when experiencing a cruise, the excursions and ports of call are likely at the top … Read moreSeven Things To Do Onboard A Cruise
Carnival Corp. said it understands the policy changes on Cuba that President Trump will announce in Miami today do not include any changes for cruises. In a statement, Carnival said it is “pleased” that its ships will continue to sail to Cuba. Carnival Cruise Line plans sailings from Tampa to Cuba starting later this month … Read moreCarnival, Holland America will sail to Cuba as planned
Tomorrow the recently enhanced Disney Fantasy departs on her first-ever Southern Caribbean cruise, with back-to-back 10- and 11-night cruises from Port Canaveral. In honor of these special voyages, last week I shared highlights of sun-soaked adventures in Aruba, and today I’ll give you suggestions for fun in Curaçao. Like Aruba, the island of Curaçao is … Read moreDiscover Curaçao with Disney Cruise Line
For the first time in its corporate history, Norwegian Cruise Line is positioning a ship in Hamburg, Germany, for the summer season: the Norwegian Jade. On the heels of recent renovations, the Norwegian Jade presented itself on June 4, 2017, during its arrival in Hamburg with a lap of honor in front of the recently opened … Read moreNorwegian Jade to Homeport in Hamburg for 2017 Summer Season
Situated on the north coast of Jamaica, Ocho Rios is a destination in its own right thanks to an abundance of beaches, exciting nightlife and more than enough activities to keep even the most active visitor busy all day. With so much to see and do, it can be hard to narrow down your choices. … Read moreThe Must-Do’s In Ocho Rios
There’s still time to join the crew for Marvel Day at Sea this fall! Watch as Marvel legend Stan Lee calls his Super Heroes to assemble for these special sailings. Marvel Day at Sea kicks off in October on select 7- and 8-night cruises from New York City. The excitement continues on select 5-night voyages … Read moreStan Lee Assembles Super Heroes for Marvel Day at Sea
By Adam Coulter, U.K. Editor Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas has snatched the title of “Largest Cruise Ship in the World” from elder sister, Allure of the Seas — a title that ship had held for six years. Royal’s newest Oasis-class ship combines the best features of its sisters — sticking with the “neighborhood” … Read moreHarmony of the Seas vs. Allure of the Seas
Carnival Cruise Line was presented with an Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue System (AMVER) Award from the U.S. Coast Guard recognizing the cruise line’s role in aiding mariners in distress. The award was presented earlier this week at a reception held at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. The AMVER System, sponsored by the U.S. … Read moreCarnival Cruise Line Recognized by U.S. Coast Guard for Aiding Mariners in Distress
The Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Resort has unveiled a new Chef’s Table concept inside the resort’s beachfront restaurant, The Grill at 1 26. The concept was created by a team of chefs and directed by the resort’s executive chef, Nadine Waechter-Moreno. According to a written release, The Chef’s Table experience is grounded on high kitchen … Read moreGrand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Resort Unveils Chef’s Table Experience
As summer travel season gets underway, Cancun and the Riviera Maya are on a roll. Spring and the Easter travel season brought record hotel occupancy rates to both destinations. Tourism officials say they’re on track to exceed last year’s total visitor numbers of nearly five million each. With hotels, attractions and events more diverse than … Read moreA Diversifying Cancun Has Hotels and Excursions for Every Traveler
Sandals Resorts International will acquire the Saint Lucia Golf Club, an 18-hole course considered the island’s premier golf facility, within 30 days said company officials. The purchase extends the all-inclusive resort firm’s recent Saint Lucia expansion. SRI officials recently announced plans to launch construction of a fourth Saint Lucia resort, Sandals LaSource, in late 2017. SRI … Read moreSandals Resorts to Acquire Saint Lucia Golf Club
Carnival Horizon will introduce a new stateroom category for the line – aft-view extended balcony cabins located within the exclusive Family Harbor area. Additionally, the 133,500-ton vessel will offer an additional 18 tropics-inspired staterooms within the popular Havana section. Like the other 86 staterooms within Family Harbor, the new aft-view extended balcony cabins will feature … Read moreCarnival Horizon to Feature New Aft-View Extended Balcony Family Harbor Staterooms, Additional Havana Cabins
The “Star Trek” franchise will once again set phasers to fun with “Star Trek: The Cruise II” setting sail twice in 2018. Hosting both sailings will be George Takei on January 5-11 and January 11-17, 2018 aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Jade. “This will be the most interactive experience ever created between ‘Star Trek’ fans … Read more‘Star Trek: The Cruise II’ Further Detailed for 2018
(4:25 p.m. EDT) — Carnival Corp.’s upcoming line of Medallion-class cruise ships will feature custom avatars, designed by passengers before or during their trips, that will be displayed on digital screens throughout the vessel and can be used for interactive experiences like games. The avatars, known as Ocean Tagalongs (as in, the creature “tags along” … Read moreCarnival Corp. Introduces Ocean Tagalong Avatars for Medallion-Class Cruise Ships
Princess Cruises will deploy the Royal Princess to the U.S. West Coast in 2018-19, where it will become the line’s largest ship to sail Mexico cruises. Princess will do nine overnight stays in Cabo San Lucas as well as an expanded program of late-evening stays on itineraries in the Caribbean, California and Hawaii. Other highlights … Read moreRoyal Princess to sail Mexican Riviera cruises