How Stanley McDonald’s bold vision transformed a single ship into one of the world’s most recognized cruise lines, shaping the modern cruise industry along the way. Few cruise lines can trace their origin and success to one person but that…
Hello from onboard the Discovery Princess. The last and most recent addition to the ever popular Royal-class of ships. This enchanting voyage is referred to as a California Coastal cruises and promises to be a memorable experience. Join us this…
At the turn of the 20th century, European giants Cunard, Hamburg-Amerika Line, and White Star dominated the transatlantic market, but few know that plans for a major American competitor were in the works. We kick off our series of The…
And most importantly why these are not a measure of how much the ship weighs. When discussing ships, people often like to compare ships to one-another. Frequently we can use which ship is longer; or which ship has more cabins;…
Many historians consider the Tropicale to be one of the first in an era of cruise ships that set a standard for what was come later. She was considered by many to be the first modern day liner. Editors note:…
The Discovery Princess is the newest addition to Princess Cruises’ Royal-class fleet, having been launched in 2022. Built by Fincantieri in Italy, the vessel has a gross tonnage of 145,000, a length of 1,083 feet, and a beam of 126…
The Enchanted Princess is a Royal-class cruise ship, launched in 2020 and operated by Princess Cruises. Built by Fincantieri in Italy, the vessel has a gross tonnage of 145,000, a length of 1,083 feet, and a beam of 126 feet,…
The U.S. Jones Act, formally known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a piece of legislation that has significant implications for various maritime industries, including the cruise industry. The Jones Act primarily governs the transportation of goods between…
UPDATE FEBRUARY 2025: On Friday February 15th, 2025, the SS United States moved for the very first time since 1996. With the assistance of several tug boats, including one that went between the ship and the pier to pry her…
Guildford, CT based American Cruise Line (ACL) is really a fascinating line unlike no other. American Cruise Lines was founded in 1972 by Charles A. Robertson, a visionary in the small-ship cruising industry, along with his wife, who played an…