Tag: seattle
Carnival Luminosa On The Way Down Under
Carnival Luminosa (formerly Costa Luminosa) sailed for the first time today sporting new livery and funnel that North American cruise travelers will probably never see in person. Carnival Luminosa departed her Palermo, Italy, dry dock to head to Dubai where the ship’s crew Read More …
Likely July 4th Travel Delays And Where To Turn For Help
Happening now, more than 50 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more for July 4 celebrations. Some of them will drive while others will fly during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. More air traffic than normal Read More …
Tiny Star Legend Largest Ship To Transit Locks
This week, Windstar Cruises tiny Star Legend became the largest cruise ship ever to transit the Ballard Locks and sail onto Lake Union in Seattle, Washington. Star Legend’s inaugural visit to was especially significant because Seattle is the home of Windstar Cruises. Onboard, Windstar Read More …
Welcome Home: Enchantment Back To Port Canaveral
Enchantment of the Seas was welcomed back to Port Canaveral for the first time since being repositioned away from Florida’s Space Coast in 2016. This week marked the launch of a new season of three- and four-night sailings to the Bahamas. Read More …
Willows Lodge A Good Choice When Sailing From Seattle
Not long ago, we went to Seattle from Orlando on Alaska Air to spend some time with our friends at Holland America Line and Chateau Ste Michelle winery. Enjoying a lovely stay at the Willows Lodge, not far from the Seattle Read More …
Alaska Cruise Season Begins With Seattle’s Hometown Cruise Line
Alaska cruise season begins this week as Holland America Line’s ms Nieuw Amsterdam arrived at the Port of Seattle. This year, Holland America Line will sail an increased number of ships to Alaska, adding up to 55 calls at the Port of Seattle. Read More …
How To Plug In Your Cruise Ship At The Port Of Seattle
Sailing with Holland America Line not long ago from the Port of Seattle, I came into town a couple days before departure, for a number of reasons. Unless flying direct, scheduled air from Orlando can make for a long day. The event was Read More …