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Costa Cruises Becomes First Carnival Corp. Brand to Restart Cruising
(5:15 a.m. EDT) -- Costa Deliziosa has become the first Carnival Corp. ship to restart cruising since operations paused in mid-March due to the coronavirus pandemic. The 2,260-passenger ship set sail from Trieste, northern Italy, yesterday on a week-long round-trip cruise calling only at Italian ports and carrying only Italian passengers at a reduced capacity. Its departure comes just weeks after MSC Cruises also relaunched operations onboard MSC Grandiosa -- offering an Italy-only itinerary, initially for Italians only and sailing at around 70 percent capacity. "We’re
Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas Cruise Ship Floated Out From Shipyard
(12:50 p.m. EDT) -- Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas was floated out Friday at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in the French town of Saint-Nazaire. The fifth Oasis-class vessel -- set to be the largest cruise ship in the world when it makes its delayed debut -- will now enter the fitting out process during which time the ship's interior spaces will be built and furnished. Another huge ship -- MSC Cruises' Virtuosa -- also under construction at the shipyard was moved to make way for the new Royal Caribbean ves
Rolling Out the Deals: Why Now Might Be a Great Time to Book a Cruise
(Updated 1:27 p.m. EDT) -- With the cruise industry mostly paused across the globe due to the ongoing health pandemic, cruise lines are rolling out the deals in order to encourage passengers to book for 2021, 2022 and beyond. Rather than offering deep-discounted fares, however, these deals are including an almost-absurd number of perks; incentives that wouldn't normally be seen in the "before times." Ranging from deep-discounts on deposits to fares that bundle in everything from complimentary gratuities, Wi-Fi internet plans, beverage packages and more, the overall goal here is a win-win
Galveston Port Director says Disney Cruise Line to Limit Capacity, Enforce Embarkation Arrival Times
(Updated 1:35 p.m. EDT) -- Disney Cruise Line is reportedly set to limit overall capacity to 70 percent aboard its fleet of four ships when it returns to service and enforce embarkation arrival times, according to officials with the Port of Galveston. Disney plans to limit the number of passengers in its cruise terminal at any given time, with passengers given specific embarkation and arrival times which will be strictly enforced. The port and cruise lines are preparing for late departures due to the extended time embarkation and disembarkation will now require on turnaround days. Th
Live From MSC Cruises' MSC Grandiosa: What's it Like Sailing on a Big Ship in the COVID Era?
For the past five months I had just been reading all the (mostly negative) news related to cruises, writing articles while waiting for the restart, cheered on the ships and followed the decisions of the Italian government -- until the announcement that MSC would restart cruising in the Mediterranean. On August 16, MSC Grandiosa got back to operations. I saw it from afar: a colleague from Genoa, looking out from the balcony overlooking the harbor, sent me the video of the ship that was finally returning to sail. Then on August 31 it was my turn for the third itinerary. A very welcome invi

How to Cruise

Cruise Activities You Can Re-create at Home: Shore Excursions
You've likely heard of armchair travel, but have you ever applied the concept to cruising? Ok, so maybe constructing a proper kids club will be a challenge, and mimicking a pool or hot tub in the dead of winter is a definite hurdle (does the bathtub count?). Regardless, there are a surprising amount of things you can do from the comfort of home to re-create your favorite cruise ship experiences. In our series, we'll prepare you to set sail on the S.S. Armchair. Your "at sea" agenda will be packed with cruise activities you can embark upon without leaving the house. First up, how to
9 Things You Don't Know About Your Cruise Ship Cabin
Whether you've never been on a cruise ship or have been on 50, we bet there's something surprising you don't know about your cruise ship cabin. Staterooms are a little more complicated than hotel rooms, and you can learn a few tricks of the trade to make them more user-friendly. Most people stumble upon them over time -- through self-discovery or getting tips from Cruise Critic readers on our message boards -- but we thought we'd speed up the process for you. Here are nine (sometimes unexpected) things the Cruise Critic team has learned about cruise cabins after hundreds of sailings
What Is Future Cruise Credit and How Can I Use It?
Future cruise credit (FCC) is a bit like store credit from a cruise line. Many times, in lieu of a direct cash refund, a cruise line will take the price of a refunded cruise and issue it as a kind of gift certificate to be used toward booking a new sailing. When cruises are greatly affected or canceled, or if passengers are given compensation for any reason, a nonrefundable future cruise credit is a common form of payment. The amount of FCC that a cruise passenger qualifies for is calculated on the base fare that they paid, less any taxes, fees, upgrades or additional purchases lik

Featured Destinations

Alaska
The 49th State, the largest in the U.S., is perfect for cruisers, with numerous opportunities to appreciate its vast natural beauty. Sail along the Inside Passage to visit the immense ice formations of Glacier Bay and Icy Strait, as well popular ports such as Ketchikan, Skagway and Juneau, the only U.S. state capital that's not accessible by car. Or travel further north to the Kenai Peninsula and nearby Anchorage, a perfect jumping-off point for cruise tours to Denali, Fairbanks and Canada's Yukon. Maybe you'll see a bear! *A message from Cruise Critic: During this unprecedented time throu
Caribbean
With an island for every taste, the Caribbean is the ultimate place for relaxation. You'll find white sands and turquoise water throughout the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico. Some islands are lush, with rainforests and mountain trails, while others have desert climates and coral beaches. Wherever you visit, taste regional specialties such as conch fritters and get out on the water with snorkeling and sailing excursions. *A message from Cruise Critic: During this unprecedented time throughout the world and across the cruise industry, it is important to note that article information might
Mediterranean
From the pristine beaches and ancient ruins of the Eastern Mediterranean to the artsy and flavorful countries of the Western Mediterranean, this region is easily one of the most diverse in the world. Revel at Spanish and Italian architecture, soak up some sun in Greece, explore antiquities in Istanbul and Malta or get a taste of the French countryside on the outskirts of Nice, Monte Carlo or Cannes. Some Med itineraries dip down into northern Africa; the Canary Islands are also a popular stop for repositioning cruises. *A message from Cruise Critic: During this unprecedented time throughou
Europe
Your biggest difficulty planning a European cruise is narrowing down where you want to go. A Western Mediterranean itinerary usually includes stops in Barcelona and Monaco, as well as ports in Italy. Eastern Mediterranean cruises encompass eastern Italy, Croatia and Greece, and sometimes even Turkey and Israel. A Baltic Sea voyage brings you to Scandinavia and Russia; the Norwegian Fjords carry their own beauty. Don't forget about British Isles cruises, which allow you to visit castles in England, Scotland and London. For sun lovers, it's hard to beat the Canary Islands. *A message from Cr
Canada & New England
New England and Canada cruises offer sophisticated, eye-catching ports of call. Take in the sights of the Atlantic Ocean coast, enjoy whale watching, and see the beautiful fall foliage. Newport, Portland and Bar Harbor are quaint towns with lighthouses and crab shacks. Explore Canada's Maritime provinces, including Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. Finally, immerse yourself in French Canada with stops in Quebec's cities and countryside. *A message from Cruise Critic: During this unprecedented time throughout the world and across the cruise industry, it is important to note that
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