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Top 10 Things to do in Puerto Vallarta

A popular stop on Mexican Riviera cruises, Puerto Vallarta, is a historic city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Sierra Madre mountains. Known for its colonial charm, food and beaches, there are many things to do in this sunny locale.

Norwegian executives talk allowing unvaccinated back, new cruise ship and more

This morning August 9, 2022 Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. released their financial results for the second quarter of 2022, which ended on June 30, 2022.

The company held a conference call in which several key members of the company were present including Frank Del Rio, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

Carnival Ecstasy Live Blog Preview

I’m excited to announce Cruise Blog will be hitting the high seas!

This week, I’ll be sailing on Carnival Ecstasy from Mobile, Alabama for a 4-night cruise to Mexico and back. We leave on Thursday and return on Monday morning.

Throughout the cruise, I plan to live blogging each day of the voyage to share our experiences both onshore and onboard the ship.

Our itinerary is short and sweet with two days at sea and a stop in Cozumel, Mexico. This cruise seemed like the perfect opportunity for a weekend getaway.

When is the best time to cruise to the Mexican Riviera?

The Mexican Riviera is an idyllic, sunny region consisting of 20 cities spanning almost 1,500 miles along Mexico's Pacific coast.

A popular cruise destination, it has many famous ports of call, offering a range of activities, varying landscapes, and stunning beaches, as well as a showcase for Mexico's rich culture and renowned food and drinks. 

The best time to cruise depends on a number of factors. Budget, crowds, weather, and local activities can all play a role in figuring out the ideal time to travel.

Should I go on a cruise? 11 reasons to give it a try

Are you thinking about going on a cruise but need just a little more convincing? You have come to the right place! Cruising is one of the best ways to not only vacation, but to also see and experience the world. Cruise ships are essentially floating cities with endless activities, food, and entertainment options.

People who think they might not like cruising often cite fear of seasickness and claustrophobia as two major reasons to avoid cruise ships altogether. However, these are just cruising myths.

I’m going on my first Norwegian Cruise Line sailing: Here’s how I planned

I have always had a great love and appreciation for travel. Traveling introduces you to new things, experiences, people, and expands your world. From a young age I have known that I wanted to work in the travel industry, so when I was offered a position with Cruise Blog as a writer I was overjoyed that I would get to spend my days researching, writing, and thinking about traveling the world.

Guide to annual travel insurance plans

When you cruise, do you typically purchase travel insurance?

Travel insurance is one of those cruise topics that no one wants to think or talk about. It’s definitely not fun to imagine all the things that could go wrong on your highly-anticipated cruise. Vacation is meant to be relaxing and rejuvenating, after all!

10 Best Cruise Lines for Families

Family cruising has become a popular getaway. Exciting destinations, tons of activities and entertainment, there is something for everyone at every age.

Cruise lines are offering plenty of promotions and family friendly discounts, making it an economical way to travel, especially with kids.

In this guide, we take a look at the best cruise lines for families, with the big names you would expect and a few that you may be surprised to see.

Here’s a look at the top cruise lines for families.

Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship the Prima is delivered

Today, July 29th 2022, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) took delivery of its newest ship, the Norwegian Prima, from the renowned Fincantieri Shipyard in Marghera, Venice.

Guide to Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line has been a major cruise line within the industry for over 54 years, founded in 1966. Renowned for its freestyle cruising, Norwegian Cruise Line’s success is continuing to grow with the addition of the Prima Class, with the newest ship set to launch in April 2025.

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