Created by Cruise Fever Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection became the first cruise line to be awarded a Five-Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide. Ritz-Carlton’s second yacht, Ilma, earned the distincted milestone in the 2026 Star Awards by Forbes Travel Guide. Ilma’s Five-Star recognition reflects The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s commitment to delivering a highly personalized and refined...

Created by Cruise Fever A recent check of the CDC’s website for cruise ship inspection scores revealed that three luxury vessels received a perfect 100 before closing out 2025. Sometimes these reports are delayed on the website, and I check it regularly to see what ships have been inspected in recent history.  This morning, I...

Created by Cruise Fever Disney Cruise Line released their ship deployments for the summer of 2027 today that include Disney Wish sailing in Europe for the first time. These newly announced cruises will open for bookings for Castaway Cay Club members on February 16, 2026 and to the general public a week later on February...

Created by Cruise Fever Carnival Cruise Line is currently experiencing an IT issue that has delayed disembarkation and embarkation for three of their ships today. Carnival said that a ‘systems-related matter’ is causing delays this morning on Carnival Glory, Carnival Breeze and Carnival Freedom. Due to the IT issue, embarkation is being pushed back by...

Created by Cruise Fever Alfredo’s Pizzeria on Princess Cruises’ newest ships, Sun Princess and Star Princess, has been awarded the prestigious Ospitalità Italiana Certification. This is the highest global recognition for authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality. Ospitalità Italiana Certification is awarded only to dining establishments that uphold Italy’s rich culinary heritage. This achievement reinforces the...

Created by Cruise Fever Update: Carnival Cruise Line sent the following update message to guests who are booked on the February 7, 2026 sailing on Carnival Sunshine: “Carnival Sunshine 02/07/2026 (now departing 02/08/2026): Carnival Sunshine is expected to arrive in Norfolk tomorrow morning, Sunday, February 8. See your email for full details and revised embarkation...

Created by Cruise Fever A select group of guests, set to sail on Royal Caribbean’s ship Oasis of the Seas, have been sent a very enticing offer.  All they have to do is cancel this upcoming trip that is scheduled for February 7, 2026. According to the letter sent to future cruisers on the first...

Created by Cruise Fever Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, posted on his Facebook page today about which crew members share gratuities. Tipping is one of the most controversial topics when it comes to cruising. Many cruisers believe it should just be included in the price of a cruise and not optional. By optional,...

Created by Cruise Fever Baltimore is no stranger to Carnival Cruise Line.  The company has been sailing out of the Maryland port for over 20 years.  But now, for the first time ever, Carnival will be homeporting two ships at once out of “Charm City”. Yup, it’s official.  Carnival just announced that Baltimore will be...

Created by Cruise Fever Oceania Cruises celebrated the keel laying for their next new ship during in August 2027, Oceania Sonata. The keel laying ceremony took place at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy. The time honored tradition marks the official start of construction on a new ship as the blocks begin to be assembled....