Entertaining Cruise Industry Leaders Ignore Robots, Choose Fun

There are times when cruise industry watchers ask ‘Is there nothing they won’t do to be different?‘.  Robot bartenders come to mind. Popular with everyone except the human they replaced, robots are probably not going away.  Existing robots may be Read More …

Carnival Horizon Features New York Will Like

Arriving off a short Mediterranean season just after leaving the shipyard, new Carnival Horizon is now in New York City.  Carnival Horizon is the second Vista-class ship in the 26-ship fleet of Carnival Funships with more on the way. We Read More …

Carnival Cuba Cruises: More & Better In 2019

Carnival Cuba cruises are proving so popular that Carnival Cruise Line is adding nearly two dozen more sailings during the 2019-20 season.  Today, we have details of the new sailings that complement previously announced voyages aboard Carnival Paradise and Carnival Read More …

Carnival Legend Tampa Deployment

Carnival Legend gets around.  We fell in love with the Spirit-class ship long ago, embracing the decorative urn decor with glee.  It seemed toned down at the time.  And the next time.  And the next. Carnival Legend is one of Read More …

Cruise Line Discounted Deposit Deal Drives Dreams

In celebration of 145 years of their Dutch traditions and King’s Day in the Netherlands,  Holland America Line has a one day only deal coming up on April 27.  A new promotion will allow Holland America Line guests to start Read More …

On The Horizon: Craft Beer Brewery & BBQ Smokehouse

New Carnival Horizon is set to debut in Europe in April.  On board, travelers will find everything they love about sister-ship Carnival Vista plus some bonus features including four new craft beers. Developed by Carnival’s expert brewmaster Colin Presby, the new brews Read More …

Cuba Cruise: Things That Surprised Me

Sailing to Cuba with Carnival Cruise Line I knew what to expect while aboard Carnival Paradise.  But as we sailed away from the Port of Tampa, a number of passengers along for the historic first-season voyage were concerned.  What would Read More …

Carnival Paradise Reviewed: Familiarity Breeds Engagement

It’s been a few months since we sailed with Carnival Cruise Line aboard Carnival Paradise to Cuba, closing out the first season ever for the World’s Most Popular Cruise Line.  Now it’s time to take a look back in reflection.  Read More …