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The cruise industry has emerged from the challenging years of the pandemic stronger than ever, with innovation and customer experience driving its resurgence and growth. 2024 was all about resilience and continuing on it’s growth plans post-pandemic. Cruise lines also…
Here’s a highlight from the past 12 months in the cruise industry. The cruise industry surged ahead in 2024, fueled by a mix of innovation, environmental progress, and exciting new ships and itineraries. From record-breaking launches to sustainability milestones, this…
As the year winds down and we reflect on the voyages, experiences, and ships everyone’s been on, it’s time for us to attempt to come up with a “Best of ” list. Of course, any ranking like this is inherently subjective.…
In 2016, Carnival Corporation introduced fathom, (stylized with a leading lowercase ‘f’) a new cruise brand that sought to redefine the industry by blending tourism with volunteerism, commonly known as “voluntourism.” Fathom’s mission was unique: it promised travelers a chance…
In our first part we cover the origins, design, and career of the Carnival Tropicale. In this post we will look at her life after she left Carnival Cruise Lines. Editors note: we will use the names ‘Carnival Tropicale’ and…
A well-coordinated flow of logistics ensures a smooth sail away day for thousands of passengers. Here’s a glimpse into the organized chaos that turns the pier into a bustling hub of excitement. As a 150,000gt ship slowly sails into a…
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. Ever notice that at the turn of…
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 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…