Unraveling the Mystery of Duck Tails on Ships: Function and Fascination When it comes to maritime matters, there are often curious features and terminologies that capture our attention. One such enigmatic feature is the “duck tail” seen on the sterns...
The cruise ship better known as the Norwegian Majesty, but now sailing as Crown Iris, has had a very interesting history. Let’s take a look. In 1990, Finland-based Birka Lines ordered a new cruise ferry for their overnight trips out...
You may have seen or heard this acronym around the cruise boards; PVSA. But what is it, what is its purpose, and how does it affect cruisers? It stands for the Passenger Vessel Services Act, or PVSA. It is a piece...