
Ålesund, Norway – Cruise Port Guide
Sailing into Ålesund is like entering a fairy-tale town of turrets and fjords. Our cruise port guide covers what to see, do, eat and shop — all just steps from the ship.

Olden, Norway -Cruise Port Guide
Tucked away at the end of Nordfjord, Olden is one of Norway’s most breathtaking ports, surrounded by soaring peaks, turquoise lakes and tumbling waterfalls

Khasab, Oman – Cruise Port Guide
Khasab, the “Norway of Arabia,” is all about nature - fjords, dolphins, and dhow cruises. A calm, scenic stop on Oman’s Musandam Peninsula.

Sir Bani Yas, UAE – Cruise Port Guide
Discover Sir Bani Yas Island, UAE, on your cruise! Enjoy wildlife safaris, pristine beaches, luxury resorts, and cultural history on this serene Arabian Gulf island.

Emma's Arctic Circle Cruise - Honningsvag, Norway
Emma recently cruised to the Arctic Circle aboard Princess Cruises' Island Princess. She had such an incredible experience that we are sharing her daily diary with you,

Emma's Island Princess Cruise reaches the Arctic Circle
The Arctic Circle - Day 6 Sea day Emma recently cruised to the Arctic Circle aboard Princess Cruises' Island Princess. She had such an incredible experience that we are sharing her daily diary with you, so that you can see just what an amazing time she had!

Emma's Arctic Circle Cruise - Trondheim, Norway
Day 4 Island Princess - Arctic Circle Cruise - Trondheim, Norway Emma had such an incredible experience that we are sharing her daily diary with you

Emma's Arctic Circle Cruise - Andalsnes, Norway
Day 4 Island Princess - Arctic Circle Cruise -Andalsnes Norway Emma had such an incredible experience that we are sharing her daily diary with you

Emma's Arctic Circle Cruise - Haugesund, Norway
Day 3 Haugesund. Emma recently cruised to the Arctic Circle aboard Princess Cruises' Island Princess. She had such an incredible experience that we are sharing her daily diary with you, so that you can see just what an amazing time she had!

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One Cruise Word we’d love to ban
Learn why the word “FOR” on cruise itineraries often means long transfers, FOMO and stress—plus smarter ways to enjoy your port days.

Cathys Muscat Cruise Diary: Forts, Sunsets & Souks
Our six-hour cruise stop in Muscat offered sunset views, wandering the Mutrah Souk, and a relaxed stroll along the Corniche — a perfect taste of Oman.