Category: Porthole Magazine

TRAVEL TIPS: Ajaccio, Corsica – a Hidden Gem in the Mediterranean

Perhaps you remember hearing the name “Corsica” in your high school history class, since the island is the birthplace of one of Europe’s most well-known historical figures: Napoleon Bonaparte. The French emperor was born right in Ajaccio, so the city is packed with history and offers visitors a glimpse into the early life of Napoleon. Those …

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Cruise Deal of the Week – January 4, 2019

Calling all Miami Dolphin fans! MSC Cruises has long partnered with the NFL’s southernmost franchise to offer theme cruises with personnel from the team, former players and even the world famous Miami Dolphins cheerleaders. The cruise line is now taking bookings for the 2019 Miami Dolphins Fan Cruise on board the brand new MSC Seaside.

Princess Cruises Debuts New Wine List

One of the most important factors people consider when booking their cruise vacation is the food and drink offerings on board the ship. From a main dining room with rave reviews to speciality restaurants with a wine list as diverse as the passengers, cruisers want options in order to take their cruise experience to the …

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California Skies: It’s the Carnival AirShip!

Most cruisers are happy at sea level but Carnival Cruise Line, one of the most recognized brands in the industry, is taking things higher in 2019, literally! The popular Carnival Airship, a blimp owned and operated by the cruise brand, made its debut in Southern California on New Year’s Eve.

Steve Abroad: Recapping a WILD 2018

As a feature writer for Porthole Cruise Magazine, I spent a great deal of 2018 at sea.  While mainstream cruising is covered in great detail by writers from all backgrounds, it’s been my mission to seek out off the radar cruise itineraries that go virtually unnoticed.  Here’s a synopsis of year end reflections with all …

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The Best Hangover Cure? A Cruise Ship!

Hello and welcome to 2019! That pounding headache and queasy feeling you’re experiencing, that’s called a New Year’s Day hangover and it’s no fun at all! Like many ringing in the New Year, your evening was probably filled with merriment, revelry and of course, a glass or two (or 10) of champagne, among other libations. …

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5 Reasons to Pre-Cruise at Disney’s Bay Lake Tower

Through the years when our family has sailed from Port Canaveral on such lines as Carnival, Disney, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean, we have always spent some time in Orlando pre-cruise. And why not? By doing so, we are already near the port on embarkation day so there is no stress if there are flight delays …

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Cruise Deal of the Week – December 28, 2018

What better way to ring in the New Year than a week spent living like royalty? Princess Cruises is ready to make the dream a reality with their Anniversary Sale running through the weekend. One of the most historic and recognizable cruise lines, Princess Cruises currently has all destinations on sale for ships sailing March 2019 …

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Flying with Pets: What Do YOU Think?

Everyone’s family is different, especially for those with family members who bark or meow! Pets are undeniably part of the family and if you did any traveling this holiday season, it was easy to spot tails wagging in airports all across the country. Recently, The Go Group, an international ground transportation provider, conducted a survey …

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