Costa Cruises is a vibrant, European-based cruise line that proudly brings its rich "Italian Style” to the high seas. Easily recognized by the iconic blue "C" on its yellow funnels, this Carnival Corporation subsidiary blends lively entertainment with cultural authenticity. The onboard experience celebrates its authentic heritage through warm hospitality, immersive European-style shows, and rich culinary partnerships featuring menus crafted by Michelin-starred chefs. It is also a highly accessible brand for multi generational travelers, offering expansive youth clubs, dynamic activities, and frequent family-friendly pricing promotions. While their modern fleet sails globally to regions like the Caribbean and South America, Costa is widely considered an industry expert in offering diverse, in-depth Mediterranean itineraries. Furthermore, the brand is actively pioneering sustainable cruising by introducing a new generation of flagship vessels such as the Costa Smeralda and Costa Toscana—powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to significantly reduce their environmental footprint.
Cruise NewsMSC Cruises Opens Sales for All-New MSC World Atlantic, Sailing from Port Canaveral in November 2027 MSC Cruises has officially opened bookings for its latest World Class vessel, MSC World Atlantic, which will begin sailing from Port Canaveral in November 2027. The ship will offer alternating...
Cruise NewsHere they grow again! Carnival Cruise Line announced plans today to grow its fleet by two additional ships by 2023, taking the delivery position of an Excel-class ship that had previously been assigned to sister line AIDA Cruises that will arrive in late 2023, as well as taking ownership of Costa...
ArticlesIt's time for the annual TalkingCruise guide to The Top New Cruise Ships in 2021. This year we’re highlighting 12 of our top picks of the latest and greatest. https://youtu.be/_DcRWXEng10 After a year where we saw a worldwide pause in cruising, it’s time to look forward to the new cruise...
Cruise NewsCarnival Cruise Line's second XL-class ship, Carnival Celebration is now open for reservations. She is set to debut in November 2022 as part of the company’s 50th birthday with an inaugural 14-day Carnival Journeys cruise Nov. 6, 2022, followed by the launch of year-round service from PortMiami...
Cruise NewsWith the rapidly changing landscape and daily updates to cruise lines travel restrictions, policies and onboard procedural changes in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we've created this post that we will try to maintain with the most current advisories and links. Here are the...
Cruise NewsThe first cruise ship from Virgin Voyages, Scarlet Lady, has arrived at her new home at PortMiami. Following an inaugural transatlantic voyage, Scarlet Lady arrived in Miami on a beautifully clear morning and after a spin in the port's turning basin, eased into her spot at the terminal. Now that...
Cruise NewsIt's not every day that we see a brand new ship debut from a brand new cruise line, but Virgin Voyages, the first venture into cruising from The Virgin Group, has taken delivery of Scarlet Lady. Also Watch: Virgin Voyages - The Beach Club at Bimini (Preview) Nearly three years in the making, Virgin...
Cruise NewsCarnival Cruise Line celebrated its 25th anniversary sailing from the Port of Tampa with a reception and luncheon aboard Carnival Legend highlighted by the presentation of a commemorative plaque from Carnival President Christine Duffy to Port Tampa Bay President and CEO Paul Anderson commemorating...
ArticlesIn our 3rd annual guide to the Top New Cruise Ships (2020 Edition), we highlight 9 of the most anticipated cruise ships you'll likely want to book for 2020. https://youtu.be/dcTuO_q9LeQ New Cruise Ships 2020 Several of the cruise lines on our list are evolving the proven designs from existing ship...
Cruise NewsCarnival Cruise Line has agreed to a three year extension to sail from Mobile, Alabama for another three years. Carnival's Fantasy is the only cruise ship with regular departures from the Port of Mobile. With the agreement, Carnival Fantasy will continue its popular four- and five-day cruises to...
Cruise NewsMSC Cruises will expand their presence in North America with the opening of a new homeport in 2020. The company's 2,000 guest MSC Armonia will reposition from Miami to her new home of Port of Tampa Bay starting in November 2020. MSC Armonia will begin sailing from Tampa to the Caribbean, Mexico and...
Cruise NewsContinuing with Celebrity Cruises "Revolution" to modernize their fleet of ships, Celebrity Constellation will receive a major dry dock in May 2020. The revitalized ship will be welcomed to Port Tampa Bay in the Fall 2020 marking the first time Celebrity Cruises has home-ported a ship there since...
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