Royal Caribbean's My Time Dining

Posted 02/08/08

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

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

Posted 02/08/08

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

Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises - Card Mill Communication

Posted 02/08/08

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

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

Posted 02/08/08

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

Online Check-in & Boarding Times

Posted 02/08/08

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

Princess Bids Farewell to Traditional Disembarkation Process

Posted 02/08/08

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

"Are You the Greatest Romantic"

Posted 02/08/08

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

New Menus Filled With Regional Flair

Posted 02/08/08

New Menus Filled With Regional Flair Enliven Cuisine Aboard Holland America Line’s Fleet in 2008

Mexico and Caribbean menus debut first

Crystal Expands 2008 Global Golf Choices

Posted 02/08/08

Crystal Expands 2008 Global Golf Choices

Tee Off In Several Countries and Compete to Win a Free Cruise

Record Number Of Culinary Tours

Posted 02/08/08

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

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa To Sail Aboard Crystal Symphony

Posted 02/08/08

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

Hot Trend For European Travel:

Posted 02/08/08

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

Top Classical Artists Make Beautiful Music On Crystal Symphony

Posted 02/08/08

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

Disney Cruise Line Adds Two Eastern Caribbean Itineraries

Posted 02/08/08

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.

NCL Announces Significant Enhancements

Posted 02/08/08

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

NCL's Requirements

Posted 02/08/08

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

OCEANIA CRUISES' NAUTICA DEBUTS DOWN UNDER

Posted 02/08/08

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

YACHTS OF SEABOURN AND CHARLIE PALMER

Posted 02/08/08

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

SILVERSEA SETS A BOUNTIFUL TABLE

Posted 02/08/08

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

SILVER SHADOW TO BE ONLY ULTRA-LUXURY

Posted 02/08/08

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'S 2009 "ELEGANT EXPLORATIONS"

Posted 02/08/08

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.

New Enrichment Program from Regent

Posted 02/08/08

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

Deepak Chopra Teaches Life Extension Techniques Aboard Regent Seven Seas

Posted 02/08/08

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

Uniworld Beats The Rising Euro

Posted 02/08/08

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

Uniworld Sails Onto Condé Nast Gold List 2008

Posted 02/08/08

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

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

Posted 02/08/08

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

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

Posted 02/08/08

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

Cruise Line Polls

Posted 02/08/08

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.

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

Posted 02/08/08

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.

Royal Caribbean's Plans To Homeport Genesis

Posted 02/08/08

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

Norwegian Majesty Review 1

Posted 02/08/08

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

Carnival Miracle Review 1

Posted 02/08/08

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

Mariner of the Seas

Posted 02/08/08

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

Carnival Miracle Review 2

Posted 02/08/08

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

Carnival Miracle Review 3

Posted 02/08/08

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

Norwegian Majesty Review 2

Posted 02/08/08

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.

Norwegian Majesty Review 3

Posted 02/08/08

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

Norwegian Majesty Review 4

Posted 02/08/08

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

Norwegian Majesty Review 5

Posted 02/08/08

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

Holland America Westerdam Review

Posted 02/08/08

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

Emerald Princess Review

Posted 02/08/08

David & Francis
Emerald Princess
November 26, 2007

MSC New Embarkation

Posted 02/11/08

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

NCL Corporation Announces Adjustments to Hawai'i Fleet

Posted 02/12/08

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.

Boarding Your Celebrity Ship

Posted 02/12/08

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

Cruise Nights in Charleston

Posted 02/12/08

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.

Carnival Fantasy to Under Full Evolutions of Fun Upgrades This Fall

Posted 02/13/08

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

Cruises get healthy for new passengers

Posted 02/14/08

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

Continuing Education Programs Combined with Family Vacations

Posted 02/19/08

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

Freestyle Surfing was Yesterday – Freestyle Cruising is Today!

Posted 02/19/08

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

CRUISE PLANNERS HONORED BY ROYAL CARIBBEAN

Posted 02/19/08

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

Pride of America Review

Posted 02/27/08

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

Celebrity Solstice Review

Posted 02/27/08

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

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

Posted 02/28/08

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.