Catie Kovelman

Catie Kovelman is an experienced, data-driven researcher, marketer, and journalist. She graduated from Chapman University, summa cum laude, with a BFA in Creative Producing with a minor in Journalism. She then earned her Masters in Communication Management from USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. She has won multiple awards for her writing, and has been published in a variety of papers and magazines. When not working or writing, Kovelman loves to travel. She’s an avid theme-park enthusiast and cruiser, most frequently traveling the world on Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, and Royal Caribbean.

Carnival is Tweaking Itineraries for Five More Cruise Ships

Carnival is tweaking the itineraries for future sailings onboard five ships for cruises in 2025 and 2026, most of which are to the Bahamas.

Engaged Couples Invited to Wed Onboard New Disney Cruise Ship

Disney Destiny will become the latest wedding venue offered by Disney Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons starting in 2026.

Upcoming Carnival Cruise Gets Disembarkation Adjustment

Carnival Freedom’s upcoming Bahamian sailing will disembark at Port Canaveral’s Terminal 5 instead of the usual Terminal 6.

Passenger Gives Gross Reminder for Cruisers to Watch Their Step

A cruise guest took to Reddit to share how a fellow passenger almost stepped in human feces on a recent Princess Cruises voyage.

Tiered Bookings for New Disney Cruise Ship to Open This Week

Disney Destiny bookings will open on a tiered basis beginning on September 6, 2024, starting with elite members of the DCL Castaway Club.

Busy Alaskan Port May Not Have Internet or Cell Service for Weeks

Due to a break in a subsea fiber optic cable, Sitka, Alaska, may be without internet and cell service for up to two weeks.

Royal Caribbean Bringing High-Speed Internet to Juneau, Alaska

Over the coming weeks, free Starlink internet will become available in Juneau, Alaska, thanks to a partnership with Royal Caribbean Group.

Carnival Guests Weigh in on Setting Spending Limits for Kids

A future cruiser wrote to brand ambassador John Heald seeking advice on setting spending limits for her kids while onboard.

Carnival Ambassador Criticized Over Injured Guest’s Care

A recent Carnival passenger was upset that the cruise line couldn’t provide a free wheelchair after her mother sprained her ankle.
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