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.

Norwegian Moves Up Disembarkation Time for Upcoming Sailing

On December 11, 2024, when Norwegian Gem is in Panama City, the disembarkation process will begin at the early hour of 4 a.m.

Vancouver Easily Surpasses Mid-Year Cruise Records

A record number of cruise passengers passed through Vancouver’s Canada Place Cruise Terminal between March 1 and June 30, 2024.

Norwegian Details Program Replacement for Booked Guests

Norwegian Cruise Line will be replacing the “Free at Sea” program with the “More at Sea” program for all booked guests sailing in 2025.

Carnival Updates Special Menu for its Most Loyal Guests

After just one sailing, all cruisers automatically become a member of Carnival’s "Very Important Fun Person" Club (VIFP) - which is the family friendly...

Redditor Reminds Passengers to Be Courteous of Resting Guests

Carnival is the fun ship - and the party frequently continues late into the night. But as guests return to their cabins after a...

Luxury Cruise Line Unveils Earth’s Southernmost Hotel

Silversea Cruises is building a 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, which is the southernmost city in the world.

Royal Caribbean Ship Redeployed to Avoid Red Sea Conflict

A future sailing for Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas has been redeployed to avoid the ongoing crisis in the Red Sea region.

Royal Caribbean Ship’s Next Embarkation Will Be Delayed

Anthem of the Seas’ embarkation from Southampton, UK, on October 2, will be slightly delayed due to routine cleaning and maintenance.

Weather Delays Two Carnival-Owned Cruise Ships in Australia

Carnival Splendor will be late returning to the Port of Sydney on September 27, 2024, presumably due to poor weather conditions.
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