December 2021

The Royal Caribbean app is an integral part of a cruise experience. Most passengers on board will find themselves using the app multiple times a day to book shows, see which restaurants are open, check their account balances and more.The…

Cruise passengers are under pressure to temporarily stop sailing as they grapple with the worst COVID outbreaks since resuming travel in the summer.Driving the news: The CDC said Thursday that all travelers should avoid cruises, regardless…

In a letter presented to the guests on board, Odyssey of the seas has announced several changes to its current navigation. Instead of making a stopover in St. Thomas as planned on December 29, the ship spent a day at sea and the December…

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed things and will change the way yachts are used | Source: Scream It's fair to say that 2021 has been a solid year for the mega-rich. So much so that, according to Forbes, more than 2,600…

the Vista Carnival arrived in the port of Roatan, Honduras this morning with at least fifty (50) crew members who tested positive for COVID-19. A guest from the Carnival cruise ship also tested positive. The vessel would not have allowed…

GRAND RAPIDS, MI, December 28, 2021 - Continuing to expand its presence in the Northeast region, national pallet recycler Kamps, Inc. (“Kamps”) acquired Greenway Products & Services, LLC…

Films for young adults rarely have the cultural impact of "The sorority of travel pants", which people are still talking about more than 15 years after its 2005 release. Coming-of-Age movie is a poignant and enjoyable story about…

After careful consideration and reviews of health and safety protocols, Cayman Islands have decided to cancel Holland America's next visit Nieuw Statendam cruise ship, which was scheduled to visit Grand Cayman on December 28, 2021. This…

There is nothing quite like island life. It's like leaving the mainland to immediately relieve stress and promote relaxation and rejuvenation. With so many charming islands to explore in the United States, you can choose between rugged…

A Tacoma family who called a 1938 car ferry home for almost 30 years reluctantly put the boat up for sale. Moored under the Murray Morgan Bridge on the city's Foss Waterway, the 70-foot Annabelle is home to Dennis and Katherine…

Living at sea was perhaps an unattainable dream for many just a few months ago. But with five new players entering the market, it may be high time for nomads to start weighing their options. Cruise Industry News has gathered…

By Jason Hanna, CNN At least four ocean-going cruise ships have been turned away from ports of call or have been banned from letting passengers disembark in the Americas this week due to cases of Covid-19 on board. Although…

The truth be told. Ok punters, one more year of the Dada surf getaway known as BeachGrit. In keeping with all other forms of nostalgia for 2021 trying to justify the sense in the inevitable passing of time, here is a list of rewards…

Weaver's widow, Traci, lives in Florida and made sure to be there too, always grateful for Gabbard's support during her husband's battle with Parkinson's disease and since his death in 2015. Craig Weaver, the Jim and Traci's only child,…

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Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg are a lovely and fun couple as they team up on a scavenger hunt adventure in a second trailer for the upcoming Uncharted movie.The film will be the first version of the hit Playstation video game series of the…

As the omicron continues to spread across the country, cases of COVID continue to emerge on cruise ships. Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, and MSC Cruises are among the cruise lines currently dealing with clusters of…

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee - Surprise gifts from the cold North await students in Middle Tennessee State University's audio engineering program after a few unexpected elves prepare a…

MSC Cruises launched its summer 2022 campaign under the Navigate with confidence schedule, confirming that all crossings through summer 2022 will adhere to cruise line health and safety protocol, flexible booking policy, vaccination…

Total casualties and losses fell in 2020, but fishing vessels remain a concern The deck aboard the…

Hiddenfjord wins SEAL Business Sustainability Award - Second honor in recognition of 94% reduction in carbon emissions Tweet this "Our core value is sustainability, and our core belief is that our activities today should not hamper…

Rane, who took charge of the Indo-Russian joint venture of BrahMos Aerospace on Monday, was associated with the project from the start. This JV entity is known to produce the world-class BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system. Defense…

A newsstand in New York in 1982 at the height of newspaper circulation in the United States. Photo via Wikimedia Commons Three decades ago, when local American newspapers were at their peak, I attended an editors' dinner for a…

The very first large cruise ship built entirely in China reached a milestone this week by floating for the first time. The ship, known only as "Project # 1" for now, is expected to be completed by September 2023. Various stakeholders…

Hi everyone, I am so excited to announce our next live blogging experience as we prepare for a cruise aboard the Navigator of the Seas for a 7 night Mexican Riviera adventure.This is my first time trying this route, and I hope it gives you…

As part of the activities to commemorate his 59th birthday on Sunday December 19, the former Senate Speaker, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, through his Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation (ABS Foundation), enrolled 1,000 Kwarans selected in the…

Have you decided to plan your cruise this year? There is nothing more relaxing and spectacular than taking a cruise. However, if this is your first time, the task can be daunting with so many choices available. Here we offer our…

By Victor Block As Daniel and Martha Everett and their two children enjoyed a trip to Walt Disney World in Florida, they focused on the fun and excitement rather than the environment. When Barbara and Andy Allen checked into a…

A federal court of appeals panel on Friday cleared U.S. President Joe Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for large private employers to move forward. The 2-1 decision of a panel of the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals in…

Umberto (Al) Marganelli passed away peacefully in McMinnville Oregon on December 7, 2021.He was born on June 8, 1928 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to Maria Grazia and Pasquale Marganelli. His father, Pasquale, immigrated to the United States…

New hires at the rapidly growing company hit six figures in their first year. Business is booming at First Star Logistics. They are currently expanding their brokerage department and hire enthusiastic people who want a quick career…

The occasion was marked by a guided tour by Abdulla Binhabtoor, Director of Portfolio Management at Shamal outfit, and several executives of Carnival Corporation, including Giora Israel, senior vice president of global port and…

In July, student-athletes won the right to earn money using their names, pictures and likenesses. A NIL gold rush followed, with gamers, colleges, and startups…

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours is teaming up with Bryan Voltaggio, former “Top Chef”, for an 11-day gastronomy-themed river cruise in the south of France next fall.The 11-day "Spectacular South…

With the rise of the Delta and Omicron variants, and as the virus spreads across the world, cruise lines have adjusted their health and safety protocols, reinstating measures such as mask warrants and requiring additional testing of the…

Lamu Audu is Managing Director of Mainstream Energy, a federal government concessionaire mandated to recover the electrical capacity of the Kainji and Jebba dams. In this interview with KINGSLEY JEREMIAH,…

Instead: Anantara Resort on Banana Island, Doha, Qatar Yes, the Maldives is something of a Windows 95 screensaver. And while we agree that romance is as important here as the underwater wildlife, your loved one might think you are fishy…

Danish ship capsized after collision with the Baltic Sea (photos courtesy of…

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A residential cruise ship promises the experience of traveling the world from the comfort of your own luxury home on board, including an $ 8 million two-story penthouse. Storylines said it was selling the new homes aboard its…

This series covers reviews of literary works focused on the Bangladesh Liberation War. This is the first installment. Over ten years ago, after hearing about an upcoming trip to Dhaka, a friend invited me to an event. "Great, it's…

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From the far ends of the east coast to the highlands and valleys of the Catoctin Mountains, Maryland is well positioned for many natural attractions in our own state and some that are not too far away by car. People who grew up in…

Norwegian Dawn was greeted by a group of protesters when it called in Key West, Fla. On December 9. The protesters are part of the Safer and Cleaner Ships (SCS) movement, which aims to honor the wishes of…

CHINA could smuggle nuclear missiles in shipping containers at South American ports for a surprise attack on the United States, experts have warned. Military analysts have sounded the alarm on the container capacity which has been quietly…

As politicians and business leaders focus more on climate change, the airline industry is accelerating its progress to become more climate-friendly.Flights have a huge carbon footprint: on a round trip between London and New York,…

After almost two long years, international tour guide Brendan Sheerin returns with a host of new celebrities, all ready for a European adventure.International guide Brendan Sheerin is back (Credit: Channel 4)The series will grace our…

FILMED in January 1969, the documentary Let It Be follows the Beatles rehearsing and recording songs for their 12th studio album of the same name. It also includes footage from the group's legendary rooftop concert, which would…

While a cruise around the Mediterranean or Antarctica might seem like the height of all-inclusive luxury, you might not think the negative impacts are worth it after reading this.New research shows that passengers on a seven-day trip…

An agency of the Lagos State Ministry of Health, the Health Facility Supervision and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) closed nine health facilities for various offenses.The agency's executive secretary, Dr Abiola Idowu, revealed during an…

Here is a collection of immersive trips to destinations to celebrate vacations around the world For travelers looking to create truly exceptional vacation memories in 2022 and 2023, Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled…

ohn the past 12 months, graphic novels have explored everything from injustice to hedonism. But perhaps not surprisingly in a year that has seen many people reflect on their lives, a crop of beautiful memories has dominated the…

Saint-Kitts is slowly but surely watching over a significant boom in the local economy. A few weeks ago, Flagged cruising hive the port having tours of three ships in one day; today, December 7, this stage will be overcome by the visit…

Secure Seas launched an innovative cashless payroll system for the maritime industry MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, December 7, 2021…

Before the global health crisis, the British Colonial Hilton was a popular shore excursion choice for many cruise passengers, so is the resort still a good choice now?Nassau, Bahamas is one of those ports of call where planning is…

Louisiana confirmed its first case of the omicron COVID-19 variant, while a Norwegian Cruise Line ship with a coronavirus outbreak also arrived in New Orleans on Sunday.Louisiana first reported the suspected omicron case on Friday, but…

Carnival Cruise Line has changed the itineraries of three cruise ships departing on December 4, 2021. The cruise line sent a communication on December 2 advising booked customers of the changes for the Mardi Gras, Carnival magic, and…

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2021 — what a fun and entertaining year. Oh wait, I was thinking of 1021, when Senekerim-Hovhannes Artsruni, the king of Vaspurakan (Greater Armenia), just ceded his kingdom to the Byzantine Empire and became governor of…

STATEN ISLAND, NY - Passengers on the Staten Island ferry will board a brand new boat by the end of the month.SSG Michael H. Ollis, the first of three new ships coming on the Staten Island Ferry, will begin commuting between St. George and…

This is the second part in a series on how to improve retention strategies in the store. Read part one here.There are many ways that fleets and stores can turn the raw clay of auto business students into master mechanics. It begins by…

Small line of luxury ships, Atlas Ocean Voyages is hosting a professional tennis exhibition cruise in Antarctica where John and Patrick McEnroe will compete on the tennis court - in Antarctica. The 11-day trip,…

Image from "Millions: Migrants and Millionaires Aboard the Great Liners, 1900-1914. Collection of the South Street Seaport Museum The South Street Seaport Museum, closed…

Amazon Web Services announced AWS Private 5G, a new managed service that helps businesses set up and scale private 5G mobile networks in their facilities in days instead of months. With just a few clicks in the AWS console,…

Kingston, NY, was hardly a place to relax in the 1990s, when Malia Du Mont came to the area to attend Bard College, about 10 miles upstream from the Hudson River. Once a bustling 19th-century river port, Kingston had grown into, well,…

After the Omicron variant emerged in Africa last week, the United States, the European Union and other countries have banned flights from southern Africa. Israel and Morocco have slammed their doors on the world. Australia, Japan and…