DOT has fined US Airways

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has fined US Airways $40,000 for violating rules that require airline price advertisements to disclose the full price consumers must pay for air transportation.

Cruise Planners Donates $18,000 to Fisher House Foundation

MIAMI, FL – February 24, 2010 –Cruise Planners/American Express, the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network in the cruise industry, donated $18,000 to the Fisher House Foundation as part of its CP Cares initiative. The funds were collected at the company’s annual convention late last year through Cruise Planners t-shirt sales and a silent auction.

Facebook Cruise Planner Page

I am currently in limbo with our Cruise Planner Facebook.  My individual site was compromised today and a dear friend tried to help me out.  There is a scam that has bee around for over a year.  IM message came up to a dear friend saying I was in London at a hotel and was mugged please send money.  He was so worried about me that he did and it turned out to be a scam.  My FB site is disabled and I am not sure if I will active it again or not.

Cruise Planners Home Based Travel Partner with RCCL

We are fortunate to have a good working relationship with Royal Caribbean.  Our company is being recognized as Home-Based Partner of the Year for 2009 for the third year in a row.

This relationship can only benefit our clients with special deals and special treatment.  If there are problems Royal Caribbean listens..

Mickey and Minnie to Get New Ship Cousins

While the Disney Cruise Line ships are not known as Mickey and Minnie, we think maybe they should.  But in any case the ships (Disney Magic and Disney Wonder) will be joined in 2011 and 2012 by two cousins. 

Carnival Destiny Going In Drydock

Due to populsion problems, Carnival Destiny will undergo a  seven-day dry dock next month to resolve the problem. The issue is only affecting the vessel’s sailing speed and all other systems are operating normally. The dry dock will take place Feb. 13-20.

Pack-and-go promotions

The Pack-and-Go promotion offers great pricing! These low rates are updated every Wednesday and are for new bookings only.

To take advantage of the “funtastic” rates listed below, bookings must be made between January 6th, 2010 and January 8th, 2010.

Luxury Travel Is It For You?

What is luxury travel today ?  Today, it refers to things that are so distinguished by their inherent value and quality that they are considered worth every dime. They stand out. Their quality is so great and they command a premium price. Luxury consumers want these products and services, but only after they understand what is the level of quality and value.

2010 is here

What to expect for 2010.  We have learned a lot during 2009.  Some good and some not so good.  Prices have never been lower.  There is a good chance they will start climbing back up in 2010. 

January has been typically known as "Wave Month".  People book most of their travel for 2010 in January.  You can take advantage of the lower pricing, but booking early. 

Cruise Planners will watch cruise fares for you and should the price decrease we will pass the savings back to you.  This is not a service that is offered by the big internet companies or even the cruise lines.

We hope you will use our services to book your next trip.  If you don't use us, make sure you use a CLIA certified agent.  Not all travel agents are equal.  CLIA certification let's you know that the agent is not doing this as a hobby and is truly serious about giving you the best service and up to date knowledge.

"Voyages for Veterans"

Royal Caribbean and Cruise Planners

Veteran’s Day Special, November 9-15,

Book any of the designated Royal Caribbean “Voyages for Veterans” sailings during November 9-15, 2009 and you will receive a Cruise Planners logo items such as:

¬  Tote Bag

¬  2 Passport Cases

¬  Clock/currency convertor

¬  And other travel related items

Disclaimer: 2 items per booking. Items will be sent after final payment.

Carnival Dream

I had a group on the inauguration cruise in the Mediterranean.  See what some had to say.

Have you got CRUISITUDE???

MSC Sweepstakes

MSC Cruises is launches Facebook Fan Sweepstakes and will award a 7 day cruise to the winner on the Italian Cruise Line.

Celebrity Super Sale August 24 to 31st

Have you been watching all the sales that have been going on.  We now have Celebrity and Azamara with a  super sale from August 24-31st.

Book Air with Airlines and Not Travel Websites

I would suggest you use a travel web site such as kayak.com to shop airline prices for you.

Passport Card or Passport Book

The passport card is more attractive because of the cost. However, make sure you know it is not good for international air.

Using a Travel Consultant

I think there is misinformation with travelers. Do you think you can get a better deal going direct with the cruise line?

Non-stop air from Charleston to Miami

The good news is American Eagle will be flying non-stop from Charleston starting in November. The price as of today will start at $89 each way.

Too Many Sites Make Sore Eyes

Another “cutting edge” travel website was just announced. It leads to the question of “how many websites does a person need to visit to get information about travel offers?” Since we focus on the cruise business, let’s take a look at this par

Fine Living Travel Tips

I was watching a show on 20 top travel tips. My favorite was to email yourself a copy of your passport. Should you lose the information you just have to get on a computer and you have it with you.

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Hotel in the Walt Disney World® Resort

This official Walt Disney World® hotel is fresh from a $25 million top-to-bottom makeover, making it the perfect place to stay during your vacation to the Walt Disney World® Resort. With upgraded rooms, lobby and business amenities and facilities, you a

Caribbean Cruise Family Plan with MSC

Caribbean Cruise Family Plan Buy One Balcony Stateroom And Get Over 50% Off The Connecting Stateroom

Cruisitude

What does Cruisitude mean to you? Do you have Cruisitude?

Princess Teams with Movie Critic Leonard Maltin

Princess Cruises has teamed with film critic and historian Leonard Maltin to create a movie club. The Leonard Maltin Movie Club gives passengers the opportunity to join fellow film buffs to discuss specially selected motion pictures during their cruise.

SURVEY REVEALS TOP 2009 SUMMER TRAVEL TRENDS

Using Credit Card Rewards Points and Frequent Flyer Miles, Taking Advantage of Last Minute Travel Deals, and Booking Closer-to-Home Trips Top the List of Money-Saving Strategies NEW YORK, May 18, 2009

Top Five Cruise Ship Spa Experiences

When you’re sailing the seas, surrounded by nothing more than serene ocean waves it’s tough to get into a more relaxed state of mind. But if ultimate tranquility is what you seek, then head to the ship’s spa. Most ship spas offer classic massages an

CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES TO RESUME PORT CALLS IN MEXICO

MIAMI (May 15, 2009) – Carnival Cruise Lines will resume visits to Mexican ports of call based on the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, which is no longer recommending against non-essential travel to Mexico. Once all voyages with pre

Royal Caribbean Brilliance returns to Dubai in 2011

Royal Caribbean International’s Brilliance of the Seas will return to Dubai in 2011 for a second program after its inaugural 2010 season. The 2011 season will comprise nine seven-night roundtrips from January through March 2011, visiting ports on the Ar

ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD. TEMPORARILY SUSPENDS PORT CALLS IN MEXICO

MIAMI -- April 28, 2009 -- Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. today announced it is temporarily suspending its port calls in Mexico. The decision was made in an abundance of caution, and allows additional time to better understand the full impact of the Swine F

Cruise Lines Cancel Mexico Port Calls

Carnival: Carnival Cruise Lines is canceling calls at Mexican ports for all current sailings. In addition, the line is canceling calls in Mexico for all voyages departing Thursday, April 30 through Monday, May 4.

Royal Caribbean's Oasis to Debut Musical "Hairspray"

Royal Caribbean International’s 220,000-ton Oasis of the Seas will debut the Tony award-winning musical “Hairspray” in December.

Royal Caribbean to Base Five Ships Year-Round in Caribbean

Royal Caribbean International unveiled its 2010-11 year-round Caribbean season, comprising 243 sailings on five ships from four homeports. Twenty-four itineraries of five to nine nights visit 25 ports of call. Serenade of the Seas will expand from seasona

Deilmann Adds Two Free Nights in Paris

Peter Deilmann Cruises is including a free “Discovery Package” with the nine-night “City of Light” cruise-tour in July and August. The package includes two complimentary hotel nights, pre- or post-cruise, at the St. Lazare Concorde, breakfast dail

Royal Caribbean Expands NE Itineraries

Royal Caribbean International's 2010 sailings from the Northeast will offer 14 itineraries calling at 22 ports on five- to nine-night cruises aboard Explorer of the Seas, Jewel of the Seas and Enchantment of the Seas. The ships will sail from Baltimor

Disney to Homeport Disney Wonder at Port of Los Angeles

Disney Cruise Line announced that it plans to reposition the Disney Wonder from its Florida base in Port Canaveral to the West Coast in 2011. The cruise line is negotiating with the Port of Los Angeles to finalize a two-year agreement with a three-year ex

Princess to Offer New Three-Day Sampler

Princess has added two new sampler sailings aboard the new Ruby Princess, offering passengers an opportunity to escape from the holiday hustle and bustle with three-day cruises from Fort Lauderdale.

Carnival Introduces "Your Choice Dining"

Guests to be Offered Choice of Three Different Seating Options, Including “Your Time” Open Seating, Fleetwide

James Taylor to Perform on Queen Mary 2

James Taylor to Perform on Queen Mary 2 James Taylor will perform during the Queen Mary 2's June 19 eastbound Trans-Atlantic Crossing. He will headline two Cunard Command Performances in the ships' Royal Court Theatre during the six-day voyage

RCI Announces Travel Partners of the Year

Royal Caribbean International today announced the cruise line's 2008 Travel Partners of the Year awards. Crucon Cruise Outlet Plus (Moultonborough, NH) was named the cruise line's top travel partner and will receive the President's Award in re

Carnival Rolls Out Online Spa Pre-Purchase System

Carnival Cruise Lines has introduced a new online prepurchase system for guests interested in booking spa treatments prior to their cruise.

Uniworld Offers 2-for-1 Air for Europe, Russia, Egypt

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection is offering 2-for-1 air for all Europe, Russia, and Egypt river cruises departing in 2009 when booked between Jan. 15 and Feb. 27.

AmaWaterways Plans Christening for New Amalyra

AmaWaterways will celebrate the newest addition to its fleet, Amalyra, with an Easter Sunday christening along the Danube River. The Amalyra will sail its inaugural cruise on the newly introduced seven-night “Romantic Danube” itinerary, departing Apri

Keel Laid for New Celebrity Eclipse in Germany

On Jan. 23, the first block out of 72 of Celebrity Cruises’ new 122,000-ton Celebrity Eclipse was put in place in at Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany. Harri Kulovaara, executive vice president-maritime and newbuilding for parent company Royal Caribbean

2-for-1 Fares! on Alaska Cruise Tours

Fares haven't been this low in years! Unprecedented Savings! Make it a summer to remember with an exciting Alaska cruisetour at unprecedented 2-for-1 fares.

Book this Walt Disney World Resort Offer through March 29

Now through March 29, 2009, when your Clients purchase a 4-night, 4-day non-discounted Walt Disney Travel Company Magic Your Way Package for the Walt Disney World® Resort, they'll get three additional nights (with tickets) free. This offer is valid f

Up to $200 off!

Destination: Married Life. You’re getting married! And you want it to be fabulous. Where to start? Let the setting speak for itself with a destination wedding. Celebrity Cruises offers both onboard and shoreside packages for the wedding destination of

Book a Royal Caribbean cruise between January 1 -

Zip, Skate, Dine...Why Not? Royal Caribbean continues to break every cruise line mold since 1968. What started as a way to travel to the Caribbean has practically become its own nation. Here in the Nation, the ships are more like floating states of mind

Cruise West Awarded Eight Entries to Glacier Bay

Cruise West has been awarded eight cruise ship entries to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve by the National Park Service. The cruise line also holds two tour vessel permits that allow 105 entries of its smaller vessels.

Azamara is kicking off the New Year with our Amazing Ships and Amazing Perks

Azamara is kicking off the New Year with our Amazing Ships and Amazing Perks (ASAP) Sales Event where you can receive up to $200* Onboard Credit and Prepaid Gratuities for new bookings made between Jan 5th and Feb 1st, 2009 on select sailings. Also, recei

Europe Sees Drop in Passenger Numbers from U.S.

As European tourism leaders gather in New York City today for the annual Trans-Atlantic Marketing Conference, a monthly report on travel to Europe is once again reporting a decline in passenger numbers. According to the report, which is compiled for the E

Silversea Offers $1,000 Onboard Credit, New Tours

Silversea Cruises is offering $1,000-per-suite onboard spending credit on select voyages in Alaska, Northern Europe and the Mediterranean this summer. The $500-per-person (or maximum $1,000-per-suite) credit is being offered on new bookings made on or bef

Holland America Opens New Culinary Training Program

Holland America Line has opened a new Culinary Training Program at its training center in Manila, the Philippines, to train shipboard culinary staff. Trainees will live at the facility while completing a three-week immersion culinary course, which was des

Norwegian Cruise Line Introduces Online Check-In

Norwegian Cruise Line has launched online check-in via its new “My NCL” portal. This online gateway allows agents and guests to update and track pre-cruise activity through a three-step process. The move is part of NCL’s Partnership 2.0 initiative d

What Women Really Want…in Travel!

By April M. Merenda Published on: January 20, 2009 Women today look at travel as a necessity, not a luxury, so despite economic trends, women’s travel continues to be strong. The stigma associated with married women or mothers traveling on their own

Princess Has Biggest Booking Day

Princess Cruises had the biggest booking day in its history on Jan. 12, with volume up 17 percent over the best previous day. “Travel agents have been working hard to deliver the value message in these challenging times, and there’s no more exciting o

13 Fun Reasons to Set Sail

13 Fun Reasons to Set Sail Never been on a cruise before? There are lots of reasons why you should. Cruises are one of the most economical ways of taking a vacation these days, and great deals are abundant. But they’re also exceptional values, especial

AmaWaterways Offers Free Air to Europe for April

AmaWaterways is offering free air to Europe during April from New York, Boston, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Atlanta, Miami, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Seattle. The free air is valid only on new bookings made between Jan. 13 and Feb. 14, and is not combinable

Cruise Industry, Travel Agents Bullish on 2009 Outlook

Cruise Industry, Travel Agents Bullish on 2009 Outlook Wed Jan 14 2009, by Dori Saltzman The cruise industry expects that its nearly 20-year string of annual growth will continue this year, as the extraordinary values on the market are spurring reco

CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES UNVEILS UNPRECEDENTED NEW EARLY BOOKING

MIAMI (January 9, 2009) – Carnival Cruise Lines is launching an exciting new cruise pricing option called Early Saver which offers fares as much as 25 percent lower than the best generally available rates and provides rate protection if rates later drop

25 More Reasons to Book Palace Resorts

3 All-Inclusive Nights from $655!* To help celebrate, guests staying three nights or longer at any Palace from 12/24/08-12/23/09 will receive a special value-packed 25th Anniversary Passport that includes the following:

Big cruise deals are washing in

Big cruise deals are washing in By Arline and Sam Bleecker | Special to the Tribune Consumers are drowning in a sea of bad economic news. So are cruise lines. Consumers, though, are under no obligation to spend their money, but ships do have to sai

Gutsy Women Cuts $100 and 5 Percent on 2009 Tours

Gutsy Women Travel is offering a special January promotion in which it is cutting $100 and 5 percent on four winter and spring 2009 tours. Reserve by Jan. 31, 2009, and receive $100 off per person, plus an additional 5 percent off the land portion of the

We Do More Than Cruises

You might not be aware of the fact that we do land vacation packages as well as cruises. I guess with the name Cruise Planner I can see how that may happen.

United Vacations Offers Free Disney World Tickets.

United Vacations is allowing clients to purchase Walt Disney World Resort Theme Park Tickets valid for up to seven days for the price of a four-day ticket when they stay at select off-site hotels throughout Orlando. With a five-day Magic Your Way Ticket,

Cunard Trans-Atlantic Crossings to Feature Authors

Cunard this year will feature a host of noted authors on trans-Atlantic crossings aboard Queen Mary 2 from April through September. Among the best-selling authors and playwrights scheduled to sail are E.L. Doctorow, Erica Jong, Amy Bloom, John Guare and S

Regent Seven Seas Unveils "Ultra-Inclusive" Voyages

Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC) announced that free shore excursions will be included on 35 voyages as part of its new “ultra-inclusive” cruise pricing initiative. For a limited time, guests on select 2009 voyages can choose from a selection of compl

Silversea Details Silver Spirit's Inaugural Itineraries

Silversea Cruises’ new Silver Spirit will operate a 91-day “Grand Inaugural Voyage” departing on Jan. 21, 2010. The long voyage follows an 11-day “Holiday Spirit” maiden voyage sailing from Barcelona on Dec. 23, 2009, to Lisbon, and a 16-day “

Travel Insurance Trends for 2009

Travel insurance has dramatically grown in the last 10 years, especially after 9/11 when the market tripled from 11 percent of travelers buying insurance to more than 30 percent, according to the United States Travel Insurance Association. Although travel

Royal Caribbean to Levy Late-Night Room Service Fee

Royal Caribbean International will implement a service charge for room service orders placed between midnight and 5 a.m. The late-night service charge of $3.95 per delivery is intended to minimize onboard food waste, the company said. The new fee will tak

Azamara Cruise Specials

Azamara Sales Event. Book between January 5th - January 19th and earn onboard credit of up to $200 per stateroom on select sailings

Oceania Launches Fifth Anniversary Savings Jan. 7

Oceania Cruises will launch its largest promotion ever on Jan. 7 with unprecedented price reductions on more than 40 voyages.

MSC Orchestra Arrives for Inaugural Caribbean Season

With tug boats spraying a watery welcome, MSC Cruises’ MSC Orchestra arrived in Port Everglades on Jan. 2 to begin its inaugural season of Caribbean sailings.

Carnival's "Fun4All" Sales Event Offers Upgrades

Carnival Cruise Lines has rolled out a new sales event offering free best-available upgrades on a variety of departures throughout 2009.

Crystal Suggests 10 Ways to Save on Luxury Cruises

In celebration of 15 years as “Best Large-Ship Cruise Line,” Crystal is offering savings of $1,500, $1,000 or $750 per person off nearly all 11-day Baltic and 12-day Mediterranean cruises, and half that off most shorter European sailings, depending on

Tauck Targets Culturally Curious

Tauck World Discovery's new Culturious brand is aimed at travelers whose cultural curiosity reflects their desire to learn about the world and experience the ways of life of the people who live in the destinations they visit, Jeremy Palmer, director o

Israel Records Record Tourist Visits in 2008

According to the Israel Tourism Commissioner more visitors came to Israel in 2008 than in any year since the independent State of Israel was founded in 1948.

Oceania Announces Unprecedented Price Reduction

Oceania Cruises announced what it calls its "largest promotion ever with unprecedented price reductions on more than 40 voyages" in Europe, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, South America and the Caribbean. The promotion will include multiple agent r

Carnival Dream Unveiled

Carnival has unveiled a new series of never-before-seen renderings of the 130,000-ton Carnival Dream -- the largest "Fun Ship" ever constructed set to debut Sept. 21, 2009 -- along with an entertaining and informative new blog by senior cruise dir

Crystal Returns to Alaska

Crystal Cruises is returning to cruising in Alaska for the first time since 2005 with a single early season itinerary departing Yokohama, Japan on April 16, 2009.

Crystal Mixes It Up With Cocktails, Classes & Competitions

LOS ANGELES, November 24, 2008 - Luxury specialist Crystal Cruises is expanding its 2009 Wine & Food Experiences of Discovery to include cocktail and mixology curriculum in addition to its wine and food focus.

Carnival Glory to Sail Canada Cruises From NYC in 2010

Carnival Cruise Lines will increase capacity on its seasonal cruise program from New York in 2010 with the 2,978-passenger Carnival Glory scheduled to operate a variety of four and five-day Atlantic Canada voyages from June to September, followed by a ser

Celebrity Solstice

I have to start the week out by saying I just stepped off the beautiful new Solstice. SHE IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL NEW SHIP AT SEA!!! This amazing new gem in the Celebrity fleet is going to really take our presence in the industry to a whole new level. F

American Cruise Lines Launches New Ship Independence

American Cruise Lines launched its fifth and newest cruise ship, Independence, on Nov. 4. Currently under construction at Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp. in Salisbury, Md., the Independence will join the fleet in August 2009 and will operate year-round with

Princess Christens New Ruby Princess

Princess Cruises has officially named its newest ship, Ruby Princess. Trista and Ryan Sutter of TV’s “The Bachelorette” did the honors, breaking the traditional bottle of champagne to mark the ship’s launch and their own fifth anniversary. The new

Carnival Offers Extended Offer Discount

Military personnel can book up to three cabins at the discounted rate for themselves, their family and friends.

Royal Caribbean Fuel Supplement

Our fuel supplement will no longer apply to new Royal Caribbean International bookings made on or after November 10, 2008, anywhere in the world, for sailings that depart on or after January 1, 2010.

Celebrity Accepts Delivery of Solstice

Celebrity Cruises took possession of the 122,000-ton Celebrity Solstice at a ceremony in Emshaven, Netherlands, marking the formal transfer of the ship -- the first in a class of five -- from shipbuilder Meyer Werft to Celebrity.

Celebrity Comes Back to Charleston

Celebrity Sets New Deployment for Millennium, Mercury Published on: September 23, 2008 Celebrity Cruises discontinued its Australia and New Zealand programs previously scheduled for late 2009 and 2010 on Celebrity Millennium. Instead, new deployment

Celebrity Mercury Review

This was our 30th cruise vacation. It was great! We were on the Mercury in 1998 when she was almost new. The Mercury has been well maintained since then. The ship was sold out for this itinerary. There were 1946 passengers aboard; only 700+ were from

Third Cruise Seminar Brought Dozens Closer To A River Cruise In Europe

Mike and Diana Bogart of Cruise Planners held their third educational cruise seminar at the Holiday Inn Airport and Convention Center on Thursday, May 22nd, featuring Amadeus Waterways, the leader in the European River Cruise industry.

Amadeus Symphony Review

If it's good wine, beer, food, delectable desserts, history, music and enchanting scenery that you are looking for, the trip we took to Central and Eastern Europe might be for you.

Disney Magic Review

WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR…You can actually find yourself on the Disney Magic Cruise ship! With various options—and my favorite being the 7 day Eastern Caribbean—you can actually plan a vacation that not only stirs the hearts of children but rekindl

FODOR’S DESIGNATES CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES AS ‘BEST OF EUROPEAN CRUISING’

MIAMI (April 29, 2008) – Carnival Cruise Lines – a relative newcomer in European cruising, entering the market just three years ago – is well represented in the recently published Fodor’s Complete Guide to European Cruises, garnering nine “Best

Navigator of the Seas

Navigator of Seas March 29, 2008

Celebrity Xpedition Review

For a vacation that offers everything-consider your next trip to be the Galapagos Islands! From the mountains and capital city of Quito, Ecuador to the unique and beautiful Islands 600 miles off the coast of South America, this trip offers something for

“Freestyle Cruising” Scores High Marks At Cruise Seminar

CHARLESTON, SC- On Thursday, April 3rd cruise experts Mike & Diana Bogart of Cruise Planners hosted their second of three educational cruise nights at the Holiday Inn Airport and Convention Center in Charleston, SC.

Freedom to Port Canaveral

Freedom of the Seas may be replacing the Mariner of the Seas.

Norwegian Cruise Line Set to Launch Freestyle 2.0

NCL Corporation (NCL) announced today it will begin the roll out of Freestyle 2.0 on Norwegian Jade's first Mediterranean cruise which starts on March 30, 2008. Freestyle 2.0 is the company's fleet-wide initiative to further improve the guest expe

NORWEGIAN MAJESTY TO SAIL TO BAHAMAS & FLORIDA FROM CHARLESTON THIS FALL

MIAMI – March 10, 2008 – NCL Corporation today announced that Norwegian Majesty will sail a new seven-day Bahamas and Florida itinerary beginning this fall through April 2009. This family-friendly itinerary offers guests the opportunity to experience

Serenade of the Seas Review

In July 2005, we had the pleasure of experiencing a 7-Night Alaska Inside Passage Cruise aboard the Serenade of the Seas. Ever since we toured the Radiance and Jewel of the Seas on ship inspections we have been anxious to actually experience a cruise aboa

First In A Series Of Cruise Planners Educational Seminars A Huge Success

On Thursday February 21st, cruise experts Mike and Diana Bogart of Cruise Planners hosted the first in a series of educational seminars featuring Azamara and Celebrity Cruises at the Holiday Inn Airport and Convention Center.

Celebrity Solstice Review

The term for the longest day and shortest night of the year, summer solstice, traditionally marks the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere, but at Celebrity Cruises, it also marks the opening of bookings for Celebrity SolsticeSM, the top-rated p

Pride of America Review

I took my first cruise on the Pride of America. Experiencing over 100 hours of shore time was an added benefit. Seeing the islands by cruise ship and only packing and unpacking once is the only way to go. It is definitely the best way to get a taste of

CRUISE PLANNERS HONORED BY ROYAL CARIBBEAN

Cruise Planners, a South Florida-based national cruise agency with a franchised network of more than 700 travel professionals, recently received the first-ever "Home-Based Partner of the Year" award from Royal Caribbean International. The honor wa

Freestyle Surfing was Yesterday – Freestyle Cruising is Today!

As part of the continuing education series Mike and Diana Bogart of Cruise Planners present a second informative cruise night featuring Norwegian Cruise Line and their concept of setting a new milestone with freestyle cruising at the Holiday Inn Airport a

Continuing Education Programs Combined with Family Vacations

Florida based Cruise Planners are going into their second year of partnership with International Conferences to offer physicians, dentists, nurses, and attorneys an opportunity to participate in an accredited continuing education program in conjunction wi

Cruises get healthy for new passengers

Sailing away on a cruise ship with a midnight buffet no longer means waving goodbye to your diet. Keeping with the times, cruise lines are promising spa-like cuisine alongside the buttery lobster and piles of crab legs. The hope is that lighter selecti

Carnival Fantasy to Under Full Evolutions of Fun Upgrades This Fall

An expansive new aqua park featuring a 300-foot-long water slide, along with an exclusive adults-only area, and a totally redesigned “resort-style” main pool will be incorporated into the Carnival Fantasy when the 2,052-passenger SuperLiner undergoes

Cruise Nights in Charleston

Our goal this year is to help education the public in a few areas. One would be all the cruise choices available. Not every ship is for everyone. We will be having several cruise nights in the Charleston area in the next few months.

Boarding Your Celebrity Ship

It is the guest's responsibility to arrive on time for boarding. Please check with your travel agent to confirm boarding and departure times. Individual ticketed reservations will be held as late as 90 minutes before the vessel's scheduled departu

NCL Corporation Announces Adjustments to Hawai'i Fleet

NCL Corporation ("NCL") today announced the withdrawal of Pride of Aloha from the Hawai'i market effective May 11, 2008. The ship is being transferred to Star Cruises and will be reflagged and deployed in Asia in the summer of 2008.

MSC New Embarkation

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has issued a new ruling that goes into effect on February 18, 2008 which mandates that all guests embarking on a cruise from a U.S. port be checked-in and onboard their ship at least one hour prior to the ship's depa

Emerald Princess Review

David & Francis Emerald Princess November 26, 2007

Holland America Westerdam Review

Bill & Mary, Charleston, SC Holland America Westerdam - December 9, 2007

Norwegian Majesty Review 5

Charles & Kathy, Clinton, TN Norwegian Majesty - December 29, 2007

Norwegian Majesty Review 4

Daniel & Johnny, Knoxville, TN Norwegian Majesty - December 29, 2007

Norwegian Majesty Review 3

Michael & Jacquelyn Rogers. Clinton, TN Norwegian Majesty - December 29, 2008

Norwegian Majesty Review 2

Jerry & Sharon, Oakridge, TN Norwegian Majesty December 29, 2008 sailing This client suggested we had comments from previous cruisers. We heard and listened and will be publishing surveys for other clients' reference.

Carnival Miracle Review 3

Charles & Lori Ellen, Springfield, IL Returned survey of the Carnival Miracle - January 2, 2008

Carnival Miracle Review 2

Terry & Kathy from Bloomington, IL Sailed on the Carnival Miracle - January 2, 2008

Mariner of the Seas

Ryan & Michelle from Fort Mills, SC Survey from the Royal Caribbean Mariner of the Seas December 16, 2008

Carnival Miracle Review 1

Alan & Marsha from Charlotte, NC Survey from their cruise on the Carnival Miracle - January 2, 2008

Norwegian Majesty Review 1

James & Vera, Crossville, TN Norwegian Majesty - December 29, 2007

Royal Caribbean's Plans To Homeport Genesis

FORT LAUDERDALE, December 4, 2007 - Broward County's Port Everglades will see significant economic and tourism growth with confirmation today that Royal Caribbean International, a cruise brand owned and operated by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE/O

Carnival Pride to Kick Off Schedule of Seven-Day Caribbean Cruises from Miami in Spring 2009

MIAMI – Carnival Cruise Lines’ 2,124-passenger Carnival Pride will operate a series of seven-day eastern and western Caribbean cruises from Miami beginning in April 2009.

Cruise Line Polls

Everyone has a list now days on rating cruise lines. Check out the list and see where your favorite ship rates. Please let us know what your favorite ship is and why.

PETER DEILMANN CRUISES WINS 2007 PORTHOLE CRUISE MAGAZINE’S “READERS’ CHOICE AWARD

New York, NY December 2007 -- "From scenic itineraries to thoughtful service, Peter Deilmann Cruises has consistently offered guests the best of Europe's fabled waterways," said Bill Panoff, Porthole's editor in chief. "That's why

DEILMANN SATISFIES THE INTERESTS OF GOLFING, GARDENING, HIKING AND CYCLING

On Peter Deilmann Cruises’ river sailings, teeing off at Europe’s most spectacular golf venues is par for the course, with guests testing their skills at some of the highest rated courses in Austria, Germany, France, and Hungary. Or guests with a fanc

Uniworld Sails Onto Condé Nast Gold List 2008

Known and respected worldwide, Uniworld Grand River Cruises has built its reputation over the past 30 years by having the most luxurious river cruise ships, developing innovative itineraries with custom-blended shore excursions, and consistently providing

Uniworld Beats The Rising Euro

You can take an exciting vacation to Europe, and not worry about the increasing Euro-to-dollar rates. Booking a Uniworld Grand River Cruise package and prepaying means beating the increasing Euro-to-Dollar rates. Once you pay in full, you have locked your

Deepak Chopra Teaches Life Extension Techniques Aboard Regent Seven Seas

Fort Lauderdale - January 8, 2008 - Maintaining personal health and fitness in today's fast-paced world requires innovative strategies from the experts. Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the world's #1 small-ship operator by readers of Condé Nast

New Enrichment Program from Regent

New Enrichment Program from Regent Focuses on Extraordinary Australian Food and Wine Fort Lauderdale - January 29, 2008 - Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the world's #1 small-ship operator by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, will offer food and

SILVERSEA'S 2009 "ELEGANT EXPLORATIONS"

Ft. Lauderdale, FL -- February 7, 2008) In the midst of today's dreaded flight delays and airport hassles, travelers will be pleased to learn a civilized mode of travel still exists and stands ready to gently ferry them away to exotic lands.

SILVER SHADOW TO BE ONLY ULTRA-LUXURY

SILVER SHADOW TO BE ONLY ULTRA-LUXURY CRUISE SHIP IN ALASKA THIS SUMMER Enjoy Land Packages to Canadian Rockies, Denali National Park and Land of the Midnight Sun Plus Cruise Savings of up to 40% Ft. Lauderdale, FL -- January 22, 2008) This s

SILVERSEA SETS A BOUNTIFUL TABLE

SILVERSEA SETS A BOUNTIFUL TABLE WITH ITS CULINARY AND WINE ENRICHMENT VOYAGES FOR 2008 Exclusive "Bon Appétit Supper Club" to Debut (Ft. Lauderdale, FL -- February 5, 2008) Silversea Cruises, known for its exotic worldwide itinerarie

YACHTS OF SEABOURN AND CHARLIE PALMER

MIAMI – Voted #1 in the “Food” category by Conde Nast Traveler readers in 2007, the Yachts of Seabourn further enhances its award-winning dining menus with more than 150 additions, which are replacing 50% of the menu for the first time in Seabourn h

OCEANIA CRUISES' NAUTICA DEBUTS DOWN UNDER

Miami, FL, January 9, 2008 - Oceania Cruises’ Nautica debuted in glorious Sydney, Australia today, kicking off her inaugural season of sailings to Australia and New Zealand. Nautica arrived from Europe after a 45-day journey from Rome via Singapore and

NCL's Requirements

Effective 1/1/08 in order to comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, NCL has instituted a policy fleetwide that requires all guests to arrive at the cruise terminal no later than two (2) hours prior to the scheduled sailing departure t

NCL Announces Significant Enhancements

As the transaction between Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) and Apollo Management, LP ("Apollo") nears completion and the infusion of $1 billion comes into the company, NCL announced today its Freestyle 2.0 fleet wide initiative featuring significant e

Disney Cruise Line Adds Two Eastern Caribbean Itineraries

CELEBRATION, Fla. (Dec. 4, 2007) -- Disney Cruise Line announced today two new eastern Caribbean itineraries for 2009 -- giving guests more choices than ever before to explore the beautiful islands of the Caribbean -- and special offerings for 2008.

Top Classical Artists Make Beautiful Music On Crystal Symphony

LOS ANGELES - February 4, 2008 - Famed mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade will headline a program of distinguished artists and composers on Crystal Cruises' new Classical Music cruise to Scandinavia and Russia this summer. Live performances and guest l

Hot Trend For European Travel:

Los Angeles, CA, January 29, 2008 - Bicycling in Barcelona, cliff climbing in Croatia, and a self-driven off-road Jeep adventure in Mykonos, are among the new active outdoor excursions joining Crystal Cruises' extensive line-up of 2008 European shore tour

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa To Sail Aboard Crystal Symphony

World-class master chef Nobuyuki "Nobu" Matsuhisa will travel aboard the award-winning Crystal Symphony this spring to officiate the opening of two new restaurants. Silk Road and The Sushi Bar were conceived in partnership with luxury cruise speci

Record Number Of Culinary Tours

Record Number Of Culinary Tours Set For Crystal Wine & Food Cruise New Six-Day Travel Segments Offer Guests Culinary Festival in Smaller Bites

Crystal Expands 2008 Global Golf Choices

Crystal Expands 2008 Global Golf Choices Tee Off In Several Countries and Compete to Win a Free Cruise

New Menus Filled With Regional Flair

New Menus Filled With Regional Flair Enliven Cuisine Aboard Holland America Line’s Fleet in 2008 Mexico and Caribbean menus debut first

"Are You the Greatest Romantic"

Princess Asks "Are You the Greatest Romantic" With Online Video Contest Nationwide Search Begins on Valentine's Day; Winner to be Named "Ambassador of Love" Contest Launches New Online Home for Line's Department of Romance

Princess Bids Farewell to Traditional Disembarkation Process

Princess Bids Farewell to Traditional Disembarkation Process; Rolls out New, Streamlined Experience for Passengers Now Line Offers Most Gracious Passenger Welcome and Farewell with Easy and Comfortable Arrival and Departure

Online Check-in & Boarding Times

Due to new government regulations requiring cruise lines to submit final departure manifests at least 60 minutes prior to sailing, guests are requested to complete Online Check-in no later than 3 days prior to their cruise. If you do not complete Online C

Celebrity Cruises Turns Up The Heat With Industry?s First-Ever Glassblowing Feature

MIAMI – November 30, 2007 – Talk about a “hot spot”: Celebrity Cruises’ new Celebrity Solstice will introduce an industry first. Celebrity will collaborate with the world-renowned Corning Museum of Glass to bring the captivating art of glassb

Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises - Card Mill Communication

Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises have begun terminating our business relationships with certain travel-related companies that we have concluded are in the "card-mill" business (selling ordinary consumers access

Your Ship Has Come In?.Now Name It! Usa Today Announces Unprecedented Contest

In an unprecedented move, USA TODAY and Royal Caribbean International announced a contest today that will provide the everyday traveller the opportunity to name the world’s two largest cruise ships, presently code-named “Genesis I” and “Genesis II

Royal Caribbean's My Time Dining

My Time DiningSM** is an exciting new dining option available onboard select Royal Caribbean International® ships and sailings.* The new option is designed to give you greater freedom and flexibility. Choose when you dine and who you dine with, any day o

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