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Carnival Cruise Line adds rare sailing to iconic destination
Carnival Cruise Line adds rare sailing to iconic destination originally appeared on TravelHost. Apart from private cruise line destinations, most major cruise lines visit many of the same ports of call. Ports like Nassau in The Bahamas, Cozumel, Mexico in the western Caribbean, and Juneau in Alaska are staples of cruise lines' itineraries in those regions. Some cruise lines offer their passengers unique opportunities to explore deeper in certain parts of the world with one-off voyages that call to lesser-visited ports, Cruise Line does this with its Carnival Journeys program, a popular series of longer-length cruises that visit exotic ports of call. As part of that program, Carnival just revealed that it will offer one special journey in spring 2027 that will visit a famous Pacific coast destination that's rarely featured on cruise itineraries. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter to save money on your next (or your first) cruise. Carnival Cruise Line offers cruise to Acapulco, Mexico in 2027 As Carnival Legend repositions from Tampa, Florida to Seattle to spend summer 2027 sailing cruises to Alaska, the ship will sail a unique Carnival Journeys voyage that will take Carnival passengers to Acapulco, Mexico for the first time since 2010. Known for its gorgeous golden beaches, rugged cliffs, and vibrant culture, Acapulco was once a premier vacation destination in Mexico. In recent years, the city has seen a major tourism decline due to high crime rates and devastating hurricanes. Although it's making a comeback as a tourist destination, Acapulco isn't a staple of Mexican Riviera cruise itineraries like Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada to its north. Norwegian Cruise Line and its luxurious sister cruise lines Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises are the only major cruise lines that offer itineraries that visit Acapulco in 2025 and 2026. Small-ship cruise line Azamara Cruises also offers sailings to Acapulco in December 2026 and April 2027. Carnival's 16-day Panama Canal Journeys cruise to Acapulco departs April 4, 2027, and also features stops in sought-after Cartagena and Santa Marta, Colombia, along with Cabo San Lucas, Mexico as well as a full transit of the Panama Canal. Be the first to see the best deals on cruises, special sailings, and more. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter. Carnival offers strong lineup of cruises to Alaska, Mexican Riviera After completing its Panama Canal cruise, Carnival Legend will sail an extensive Alaska season offering 22 week-long voyages in 2027. These sailings feature visits to popular Alaska ports, including Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, Tracy Arm Fjord, as well as Victoria, British Columbia. Carnival will continue to sail three ships in Alaska during the 2027 season. Carnival Spirit will join Carnival Legend in sailing seven-day cruises from Seattle while Carnival Luminosa will sail 10-day cruises from San Francisco visiting Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, Tracy Arm Fjord, and Prince addition to its Alaska cruises, Carnival Luminosa will sail several Baja Mexico cruises from San Francisco, including four-day extended-weekend sailings to Ensenada departing on Thursday and returning on Monday. Vacationers who want more Mexico cruises from the West Coast can also choose from a full schedule of mostly six- and eight-day Mexican Riviera cruise itineraries from Long Beach, California with Carnival Panaroma's newly released 2027 – 2028 season. Carnival Panorama sails Mexican Riveira cruises year-round from Long Beach, offering opportunities to visit popular ports including Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta. (The Arena Group will earn a commission if you book a cruise.) , or email Amy Post at or call or text her at 386-383-2472. This story was originally reported by TravelHost on Jul 25, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
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20-06-2025
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Video: Celebrity Cruises ship nearly collides with Carnival ship
Video: Celebrity Cruises ship nearly collides with Carnival ship originally appeared on Come Cruise With Me. In recent weeks, several cruise ships have been caught off guard by unexpected high winds while docked in ports around the world. Although cruise ships have advanced propulsion systems and stabilizers designed to withstand rough seas and intense weather, they aren't completely protected from Mother Nature's multiple recent incidents, extreme winds have caused cruise ship's mooring lines to break — even ripping the heavy bollards holding ship's mooring lines right off the pier in some cases. In one such accident that was widely covered in the news, Norwegian Epic suddenly drifted from the dock in Catania, Italy on May 30, causing one passenger to fall into the water from the ship's gangway as a result. But Norwegian Epic isn't the only ship that's struggled to stay docked as winds have recently whipped through cruise ports. That same weekend, MSC Seascape broke its moorings in The Bahamas, and Holland America Westerdam's lines snapped while docked in Ketchikan, Alaska. In every case, capable cruise ship captains and crew members quickly sprang into action when their ships broke free from their moorings, keeping their passengers safe and preventing more serious accidents. As the latest weather-related cruise port incident unfolded during a sudden, unusual storm in Juneau, Alaska's Gastineau Channel on June 16, a witness caught a video of the moment Celebrity Edge went adrift, nearly colliding with another ship in the crowded Celebrity Edge began to rapidly drift from the dock, witnesses reported that its gangway fell into the water as its mooring lines snapped. The ship began to drift quickly toward Carnival Luminosa, which was anchored nearby in the channel. The captains of both ships reacted quickly, but narrowly avoided a collision. Carnival Luminosa swiftly backed up to make space for Celebrity Edge in the channel as it powered up, stabilized, and dropped anchor. Thankfully, no injuries were reported as a result of the video shows that the storm swept through the channel suddenly and dramatically, with the wind picking up first before heavy rain set in. A rare severe thunderstorm warning with wind gusts up to 60 mph and penny-sized hail was issued for the Juneau area by the National Weather Service. Thunderstorms very rarely occur in Juneau and southeast Alaska during the summer season — on average, only once every two years — making the severe weather incident even more Alaska cruises now through mid-September, Celebrity Edge is currently sailing a seven-night Alaska Dawes Glacier cruise from Seattle visiting Ketchikan, Tracy Arm Fjord, Juneau, and Skagway in Alaska as well as Victoria, British Columbia. Hailed as the most immersive ship in Alaska, Celebrity Edge features a unique outward-facing design that's ideal for glacier viewing. Celebrity Edge Series ships are specifically designed to create a closer connection between passengers and their Edge is one of three Celebrity Cruises ships sailing in Alaska this summer. The ship is joined in the region by Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit, which sail from Vancouver and Seward, Alaska. Carnival Luminosa is cruising alongside Celebrity Edge through the Last Frontier this summer, sailing similar Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier itineraries from Seattle. (The Arena Group will earn a commission if you book a cruise.) , or email Amy Post at or call or text her at 386-383-2472. This story was originally reported by Come Cruise With Me on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
Miami Herald
20-06-2025
- Miami Herald
Video: Celebrity Cruises ship goes adrift in busy Alaska port
In recent weeks, several cruise ships have been caught off guard by unexpected high winds while docked in ports around the world. Although cruise ships have advanced propulsion systems and stabilizers designed to withstand rough seas and intense weather, they aren't completely protected from Mother Nature's wrath. Related: Royal Caribbean cruisers witness risky stunt at Alaska cruise port In multiple recent incidents, extreme winds have caused cruise ship's mooring lines to break - even ripping the heavy bollards holding ship's mooring lines right off the pier in some cases. In one such accident that was widely covered in the news, Norwegian Epic suddenly drifted from the dock in Catania, Italy on May 30, causing one passenger to fall into the water from the ship's gangway as a result. But Norwegian Epic isn't the only ship that's struggled to stay docked as winds have recently whipped through cruise ports. That same weekend, MSC Seascape broke its moorings in The Bahamas, and Holland America Westerdam's lines snapped while docked in Ketchikan, Alaska. In every case, capable cruise ship captains and crew members quickly sprang into action when their ships broke free from their moorings, keeping their passengers safe and preventing more serious accidents. As the latest weather-related cruise port incident unfolded during a sudden, unusual storm in Juneau, Alaska's Gastineau Channel on June 16, a witness caught a video of the moment Celebrity Edge went adrift, nearly colliding with another ship in the crowded port. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter to save money on your next (or your first) cruise. As Celebrity Edge began to rapidly drift from the dock, witnesses reported that its gangway fell into the water as its mooring lines snapped. The ship began to drift quickly toward Carnival Luminosa, which was anchored nearby in the channel. The captains of both ships reacted quickly, but narrowly avoided a collision. Carnival Luminosa swiftly backed up to make space for Celebrity Edge in the channel as it powered up, stabilized, and dropped anchor. Thankfully, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident. Related: Unsung hero helps Norwegian Cruise Line passengers in crisis The video shows that the storm swept through the channel suddenly and dramatically, with the wind picking up first before heavy rain set in. A rare severe thunderstorm warning with wind gusts up to 60 mph and penny-sized hail was issued for the Juneau area by the National Weather Service. Thunderstorms very rarely occur in Juneau and southeast Alaska during the summer season - on average, only once every two years - making the severe weather incident even more unusual. Be the first to see the best deals on cruises, special sailings, and more. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter. Sailing Alaska cruises now through mid-September, Celebrity Edge is currently sailing a seven-night Alaska Dawes Glacier cruise from Seattle visiting Ketchikan, Tracy Arm Fjord, Juneau, and Skagway in Alaska as well as Victoria, British Columbia. Hailed as the most immersive ship in Alaska, Celebrity Edge features a unique outward-facing design that's ideal for glacier viewing. Celebrity Edge Series ships are specifically designed to create a closer connection between passengers and their destinations. Related: Celebrity Cruises plans massive ship upgrades Celebrity Edge is one of three Celebrity Cruises ships sailing in Alaska this summer. The ship is joined in the region by Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit, which sail from Vancouver and Seward, Alaska. Carnival Luminosa is cruising alongside Celebrity Edge through the Last Frontier this summer, sailing similar Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier itineraries from Seattle. (The Arena Group will earn a commission if you book a cruise.) Make a free appointment with Come Cruise With Me's Travel Agent Partner, Postcard Travel, or email Amy Post at amypost@ or call or text her at 386-383-2472. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
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06-03-2025
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Multiple Cruises Stranded at Sea Due to Unexpected Port Closure
A rare storm is brewing in the Pacific Ocean, sparking one cruise port to batten down the hatches. As a result, some passengers are getting extended vacations while others have found their travels canceled. A Category 2 tropical cyclone named Alfred is hurtling toward Brisbane, located on the southeastern coast of Australia—a city that hasn't been impacted by such severe weather in decades, according to The New York Times. Airports, schools, and public transportation were all shuttered in response to the storm expected to make landfall late Friday or early Saturday morning—including its port, which ships like Carnival Luminosa and Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas call home at this time of year. 🎬 🎬 The Luminosa was expected to return to the port on March 6, after an 11-day Fiji South Pacific itinerary, while the Quantum of the Seas was meant to return on March 7, after a seven-day South Pacific cruise. John Heald, a senior cruise director and brand ambassador for Carnival Cruise Lines, shared the message the company sent to passengers who had their trips aboard the Luminosa canceled as a result, on Facebook, noting that, once the storm passes, officials will still need to "conduct a post-storm assessment before [the ship] can be cleared to safely return to port." The earliest they anticipate the ship docking is on March 8. However, the speed of the storm and any resulting damage will factor into it. Until then, the ships will remain at sea, with the captain "keeping the ship a safe distance from any bad weather." While some might expect those stuck on the water due to weather to panic, passengers aboard the Luminosa replied to Heald's post with praise for the crew. "I am onboard the Luminosa now and the Captain and all involved has done an amazing job all cruise to keep us safe," one wrote. Another agreed that the crew was "amazing," keeping them "updated throughout the cruise with as much information as has been available." Next:
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06-03-2025
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Carnival, Royal Caribbean cruises delayed by Cyclone Alfred
Cruise lines are adjusting operations as Tropical Cyclone Alfred approaches Queensland, Australia. Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Luminosa ship will be delayed returning to Brisbane, the cruise line told USA TODAY. 'Given its current track, the storm is expected to directly impact the Brisbane area in the coming days and the port is now closed,' a spokesperson said in an emailed statement. The ship departed from Brisbane on Feb. 23 for a cruise that was set to end on Thursday, according to CruiseMapper. Carnival Luminosa will return once it's safe to do so, possibly on Saturday morning, the spokesperson added. 'The Captain is sailing a safe distance from the storm to minimize discomfort for our guests,' the statement said. The vessel's next cruise, which was set to start on Thursday, was canceled. Guests will get a full refund of their fare and any pre-purchased items. Was your cruise itinerary changed?: What to do next Royal Caribbean International's Quantum of the Seas was also delayed due to the storm. 'Guests currently onboard will spend three extra days cruising the South Pacific before returning to Brisbane,' a spokesperson for the line's parent company, Royal Caribbean Group, told USA TODAY in an emailed statement. The ship left from Brisbane on Feb. 28 and was scheduled to return on Friday, according to CruiseMapper. The company did not address a question about the ship's subsequent sailing or whether guests would receive compensation. Cyclone Alfred stalled off Australia's east coast on Thursday as officials shut airports, schools and public transport while residents stockpiled supplies and sandbagged homes against flooding expected when the category-two storm hits. The storm is now likely to make landfall by Saturday morning near Brisbane, Australia's third-most populous city, the Bureau of Meteorology said in its latest update, compared with a prior projection of landfall by early Friday. Brisbane Airport said it would suspend operations around 4 p.m. on Thursday but keep its terminals open for defense operations. Qantas Airways said its international operations from Brisbane would remain suspended until Saturday noon and domestic flights until Sunday morning. Contributing: Eve Chen, USA TODAY; Renju Jose, Reuters Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at ndiller@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Cyclone Alfred keeps Carnival, Royal Caribbean ships at sea
