Porthole has some unique predictions for new fees

Cruise fees are here to stay. Room service, activities, and more to come. For people who love to cruise it is a serious issue. But that doesn't mean you also can't laugh at some of the ridiculousness. Porthole Magazine's blog posted a facetious list of future fees. It's funny and on the nose. Porthole sees a day where you pay for a tender or even a squirt of hand sanitizer. Let's hope no one from a cruise company reads their list...they might get new ideas.

Porthole Magazine's mixes football and cruising

Football is back and just in time for those who miss the action and passion of the gridiron. But the long offseason doesn't have to be so long. As Porthole Magazine points out, there are plenty of opportunities for football fanatics to take their passion to the seas. 

Their list includes theme cruises or trips that emphasize the sport. And unlike 15 or 20 years ago, now during the football season you can still catch the big game onboard. The bigger and newer ships have sports bars where all the best NFL games are available. 

Porthole Magazine on Costa Diadema

Regardless of where the crew comes from, many cruise lines feel the same. Costa still feels Italian and that is the best takeaway from this review of the Costa Diadema in Porthole Magazine.

As we've noted before, Porthole doesn't pump out review after review, but they have a consistent quality and approach. Aside from the Italian-ness of the ship, reviewer Clark Norton also notes how the varied embarks and disembarks impact the ship experience.

Cruise reviews are everywhere and the approach and substance are constantly changing. We appreciate Porthole's using a consistent pool of experts, who tell you what you need to know and also mention a thing or two that others might miss.

Porthole Cruise Magazine's Review of Quantum of the Seas

As much as we are proponents of crowd sourcing and consumer cruise review sites, there is still great value in a well-written and well-informed cruise review. If you're looking for quality cruise reviews, remember to check out Porthole Cruise Magazine. One of their latest reviews is for Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas. Written by industry expert Doug Parker, the review highlights Quantum's The North Star -- the noteworthy attraction that places you high above the ship in a mobile observation deck.

Parker also takes the time to quickly breakdown Quantum's 18 intimate dining experiences. He captures what's onboard without getting into the minutia of each individual meal.

The cruise professional working for one of the industry's more popular magazines is not going to have the typical cruise experience. He knows what to do and the ship's PR team will ensure he receives great treatment. However, an expert eye can also offer great insight into a ship's amenities and service. When doing your cruise research remember to read the professionals and the masses to make the decision that is best for you.