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In a few weeks time I’ll be boarding the Regal Princess for one of her first cruises out of Galveston. Lets take a look at the basics of the ship. The Regal Princess is a Royal-class cruise ship and is…
Have you ever looked over the ship of a ship as you’re sailing in or out and saw a small boat running alongside? Did it say PILOT in big letters on it? What is that boat doing and what exactly…
Building a cruise ship is a complex and ambitious endeavor that combines cutting-edge engineering, forward looking design, and environmental innovations. From the initial concept and design phase to the final outfitting, shipbuilders work meticulously to create floating cities equipped with…
Here’s a list of every cruise ship by Cruise Line: **Note: Excludes river boats like the American Song, American Queen Steamboat Company’s fleet or the Viking river fleet, gambling ships like the Oriental Dragon (ex-Sun Viking), Cruise Ferries like Color…
This post first appeared in 2022 Here’s a list of every Cruise Line: **Note: This is our alignment of where we think each cruise line fits in. Mass Speciality Expedition Smallship Premium Upper Premium Luxury Ultra Luxury AIDA Cruises Adriana…
This post first appeared in 2022 There are currently 407 active cruise ships. **Note: Excludes river boats like the American Song, American Queen Steamboat Company’s fleet or the Viking river fleet, gambling ships like the Oriental Dragon (ex-Sun Viking), Cruise…
In the world of marine engineering, the quest for more efficient, environmentally friendly, and maneuverable propulsion systems has driven the development of various innovative technologies. One such innovation that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is the Azipod propulsion system.…
Unraveling the Mystery of Duck Tails on Ships: Function and Fascination When it comes to maritime matters, there are often curious features and terminologies that capture our attention. One such enigmatic feature is the “duck tail” seen on the sterns…
Recently we had the chance to tour the newly introduced Carnival Venezia. I took this opportunity to document her public areas for you all to see. The Carnival Venezia started life out as the Costa Venezia for Carnival Corp.’s Italian-themed…
Carnival Venezia is a new and exciting addition to Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet, bringing a unique blend of Italian elegance and Carnival’s signature fun to the high seas. Inspired by the charm and grandeur of Venice, this ship features exquisite…