Royal Caribbean International is assisting the U.S. Embassy in Israel by helping to evacuate Americans in the wake of the ongoing war between the Middle Eastern country and Hamas.On Monday, Rhapsody of the Seas set sail from Haifa in northern Israel to Cyprus carrying U.S. citizens fleeing the country amid the turmoil."Royal Caribbean Group is actively supporting the U.S. Department of State in the assisted departure of American citizens," the cruise line said in a statement.The ship was operating on a first-come, first-served basis after canceling several itineraries last week due to the geopolitical situation."With your safety and well-being in mind, and in conjunction with our Global Security Department, we’ve decided that we must cancel our October 9, 2023, and October 13, 2023 Rhapsody of the Seas sailings," Royal Caribbean confirmed earlier this month.
My $2,350 stateroom on Oceania Cruises' new Vista cruise ship is now my favorite I've ever stayed in
30.09.2023 - 12:35 / insider.com / Oceania Cruises / Cruises
A veranda stateroom on Oceania Cruises' newest Vista vessel isn't cheap. But after spending one night in the room, I now see why travelers are paying at least $2,350 for a vacation in the floating hotel room this year.
After sailing on four cruise ships from four different cruise lines, I've seen my fair share of mediocre staterooms. From confusing decor to insufficient toiletries, I don't expect much from the average cruise ship stateroom.
I spent a night on a new $560 million luxury cruise ship and now I think Explora could dominate the upscale cruise market
I spent a night on the new luxury cruise brand Explora Journeys' first vessel. And if its five upcoming ships look anything like this Explora I, I have no doubt the brand could become a dominant player in the growing premium cruise market.
A new residential cruise ship will let travelers live at sea while it sails around the world every 3.5 years — take a look at its condos starting at $100,000
A new residential cruise ship startup has plans to begin sailing around the world in May 2024. But unlike the only one currently in operation (a luxury concept with multi-million-dollar condos), cabins on Villa Vie Residences' future ship will start at $100,000.
9 things only New Zealand locals know
While I was born and bred here in New Zealand – or Aotearoa, the country's Māori-language name – I’ve spent enough years away to understand how it’s a destination that can feel comfortingly familiar and completely strange to visitors all at once.
There's a New London-to-Paris Train Coming in 2025 — What to Know
There’s a new kid on the English Channel block as a new train company aims to launch high-speed service from London to Paris.
Royal Caribbean has announced a new version of the world's largest cruise ship before the first has even entered service
Amid all of the buzz and attention for Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas entering service in January 2024, the cruise giant has unveiled the behemoth vessel's new sister ship, the Star of the Seas. And if it captures the same attention as its predecessor, the new floating resort could be just that: a star.
‘Shame on you’: Cruise ship passengers greeted by protesters dressed as polar bears in France
Cruise ship passengers had a rude welcome to France yesterday (8 October) as environmental protesters gathered to condemn their choice of travel.
‘Stick Season’ Has Gone To The Dogs In New England
According to the popular Noah Kahan song, Stick Season is named for a term that was used by some of the older folks in the town he grew up in to describe this really miserable time of year when it's just kind of gray and cold, and there's no snow yet and the beauty of the foliage is done.
This new vessel will share the title of 'world's largest cruise ship'
And then there were two. Royal Caribbean announced Thursday the name and launch date for the next largest cruise ship in the world — a sister ship to 2024's Icon of the Seas.
Delta’s Massive New LAX Terminal Is Now Complete—Here’s a Look Inside
It’s been years in the making—more than five to be exact—but at long last, Delta Air Lines passengers have a state-of-the-art 27-gate terminal at Los Angeles International Airport. In August, the Atlanta-based airline completed its $2.3 billion LAX project that began in 2018. The undertaking is part of a larger revamp of the entire airport, including the creation of an Automated People Mover (APM) and consolidated car rental facility.
An around-the-world cruise will let travelers live on a small cruise ship for 155 nights for $39,000
The Miami-based cruise line Azamara is giving travelers the opportunity to live on a cruise ship for 155 nights as it sails around the world in 2026. But if it ends up being as popular as its soon-to-depart 2024 counterpart, this sailing could sell out.
5 surprising items that are banned from most cruise ships
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Ilana Schattauer, a 52 -year-old avid cruiser and cruise travel content creator. It has been edited for length and clarity.