Onboard Services
The most useful apps on a cruise
14 most useful apps that will help you get the most out of cruising! Let’s discover them with Cruising Journal! All of the major cruise lines, such as Carnival, Disney and Norwegian have their own apps to guide passengers through check-in and their time on board. But there are also a large number of apps […] Read more
Hybrid Shaft Generator on cruiseships?
Towards an evolution of propulsion on cruise ships? Let’s discover together the HSG! The Hybrid Shaft Generator (HSG) from Rolls-Royce is a propulsion system that aims to offer notable advantages to the ships on which it is installed. In fact, this system produces electric energy from the motor’s propulsion instead of from traditional electric […] Read more
Spa and Beauty Services on cruiseships: some tips!
Looking for cruiseship reviews about the best in on-board spa and beauty pampering? Here’s Cruising Journal‘s latest review of what’s currently available aboard some of the world’s top major, premium and luxury cruiseline ships. Major Cruise Lines Aboard Princess Cruises‘ two largest ships, Regal and Royal Princess, the Sanctuary spa is strictly adults only. This […] Read more
LNG Fuel: Cruising improves its green credentials
Major cruise lines are improving their green credentials by switching to low-sulphur LNG fuel. A cleaner fuel The global shipping fleet consumes about 4 million barrels per day of high-sulphur fuel oil, and emits around 940 million tonnes of CO2 annually, making it a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. However, in 2020, new rules from […] Read more
High Tech on the High Seas
In cruising, tech is no longer just a nice optional extra, it is something that travellers expect as standard. Cruise companies understand this and are increasingly incorporating high tech aimed at improving the cruise experience. In the process, they are also using tech to help target specific segments of the cruising market. Wearables and apps […] Read more