Created by Cruise Fever A cruise passenger posted a warning on Reddit after booking a college spring break cruise without realizing it.  What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway at sea turned into a “total waste of $2,000”, according to the social media post. Group cruises can be tricky. These sailings are often focused...

Created by Cruise Fever Construction began on a new cruise port in the Dominican Republic last week that will allow cruise ships to dock on the southwest side of the country. The $11.5 million (713 million DOP) project will create a pier and terminal for cruise ships in the Port of Barahona. Media outlets in...

Created by Cruise Fever Adults only cruise line Virgin Voyages has announced that their next new ship, Brilliant Lady, will have seven original production shows and showstopping entertainment. Virgin said that the new shows were created after listening to feedback from travel agents and past guests. The cruise line also said that they are reimagining...

Created by Cruise Fever Norwegian Cruise Line has added its 20th ship, Norwegian Aqua, to the fleet, as Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has completed the build and finalized the delivery. The 3,500-passenger capacity vessel is the first Prima Plus class ship to be built for the cruise line, with another coming in 2026 (Norwegian Luna).  The...

Created by Cruise Fever A cruise ship will overnight in 17 ports of call on a unique cruise that will set sail from Miami in January 2028. Silversea, a ultra-luxury cruise line from Royal Caribbean Group, has announced a 132-day cruise that will depart from Miami, Florida on January 5, 2028 and end in Nice,...

Created by Cruise Fever Cruise passengers taking an Alaskan sailing could see a change in their future itineraries if a proposed change gets approved.  On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan hinted at a big change during a radio interview on 650-KENI: cruise ships could skip their usual Canadian port stops, which are...

Created by Cruise Fever A cruise ship that could remain at sea for an extra few days, Pacific Encounter, finds itself at the mercy of Cyclone Alfred, as passengers play a waiting game.  While, admittedly, there are worse places to be “stuck”, the significant delay in returning to port has caused some issues for travelers...

Created by Cruise Fever I was hooked from my very first cruise cabin, an aft-facing balcony, and not just on that cabin category, but on cruising in general. But if you want an aft-view balcony on a cruise ship that gives you that iconic wake view off the back of the ship, you will have...

Created by Cruise Fever Margaritaville at Sea has announced new themed cruises that will set sail in 2026 that include a visit to Cozumel for Cinco de Mayo. The themed cruises range from a Super Bowl cruise to a visit to Key West for Fantasy Fest.  The cruises will take place on the cruise line’s...

Created by Cruise Fever Eating with complete strangers on a cruise ship used to be a normal part of the cruising experience, especially in the MDR (main dining room).  But now with more cruise lines offering flexible Anytime/My Time Dining in addition to offering more dining options than ever before, many will opt to eat...