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Royal Caribbean International "Floats Out" Oasis Of The Seas

The World's Most Revolutionary Cruise Ship Is One Step Closer To Redefining The Cruise Vacation In just over one year, Royal Caribbean International's Oasis of the Seas will make her long awaited debut. The ship, under construction at STX Europe in Turku, Finland, reached an important maritime milestone today when she was "floated out" - moved from dry dock to wet dock - to begin the final stages of interior work. At official ceremonies held at the shipyard, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. executives, Richard Fain, chairman and CEO and Harri Kulovaara, executive vice president, M...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

Back by Popular Demand: Celebrity Cruises Returns to Bermuda In 2010

During preview cruises this month on its new Celebrity Solstice, Celebrity Cruises revealed plans to resume cruises to Bermuda in 2010. "Celebrity has a long and positive history with the beautiful island of Bermuda, and we're thrilled to respond to demand that we return, from our longtime guests and travel agent partners alike," said Celebrity's President & CEO Dan Hanrahan. On April 17, 2010, Celebrity Summit will reposition from San Juan to Cape Liberty (Bayonne), New Jersey, to present a series of 7-night roundtrip Bermuda itineraries. The ship will dock at King's...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

Holland America Line Announces $200 Million in Enhancements to Five Ships

As part of its ongoing Signature of Excellence, Holland America Line is doubling the amount to be spent in upgrades, enhancements and new features on five of the line's most popular ships. Over the next two years, the ms Statendam, ms Ryndam, ms Maasdam, ms Veendam and ms Rotterdam will undergo extensive dry docks to create new venues, new staterooms, new décor and more. The $200 million program will begin when Veendam enters an extended dock in spring 2009, and the last ship is slated for completion in early 2011. The investment in this new series of enhancements will include a new...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

Princess Cruises Christens Newest Ship, Ruby Princess

In a "ruby red" themed ceremony celebrating romance, Princess Cruises today named its newest ship, Ruby Princess. America's reigning reality couple, Trista and Ryan Sutter of The Bachelorette did the honors, breaking the traditional bottle of champagne to mark the ship's launch, and their own fifth anniversary. The new godparents were surrounded by hundreds of guests decked out in ruby red-tie formal attire, and a ruby-haired singer serenaded the crowd. As befitting the most romantic cruise line, and an event celebrating "romantic moments and milestones," the official ...Read More...
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Celebrity Solstice Enters Service with Applause from Press and Trade.

 After showcasing its new Celebrity Solstice to more than 8,000 members of the travel agency community, press and other dignitaries on a series of two-night preview cruises, Celebrity Cruises today eagerly welcomes guests embarking on the ship's maiden voyage. "This is yet another significant milestone in the rapid growth and evolution of the Celebrity brand, as Celebrity Solstice - our first in a series of five spectacular Solstice-class ships - officially enters service," said Celebrity's President & CEO Dan Hanrahan. "We hope our guests on this sailing are as ...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

Farewell to a Nautical Queen

 Cunard's QE2 bid farewell to America in a poignant celebration befitting the company's longest serving liner, recognized as the most famous ship in the world. On her 710th and final call to New York, the iconic passenger vessel elegantly sailed through New York Harbor for the last time, escorted by the US Coast Guard and FDNY Fireboats, meeting her sister ship Queen Mary 2 for their final Royal Rendezvous at the Statue of Liberty before departing in tandem for Southampton, England. "It is most fitting that QE2's farewell to America be celebrated in New York, the city Cunard...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

Holland America Line's Exclusive Pinnacle Grill Debuts New, Expanded Menu across Fleet

The Pinnacle Grill, the exclusive, reservations-only dining venue on all Holland America Line ships, debuts a tantalizing new menu this fall. Created by Master Chef Rudi Sodamin and introduced with rave reviews on ms Eurodam earlier this summer, the expanded menu introduces new Pacific Northwest specialty entrees and adds creations ranging from lobster "mac & cheese" to Colorado lamb chops. Delectable seafood dishes include broiled, troll-caught salmon, broiled or poached lobster tail, cedar-planked black cod with shrimp scampi and the Master Chef's interpretation of surf-a...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

Star Princess Emerges from Drydock With New Signature Features

Star Princess set sail this weekend after a three-week drydock that dramatically transformed several spaces onboard, including turning the ship's atrium into a vibrant street cafe-like piazza, adding the company's signature adults-only retreat called The Sanctuary, and installing a 300-square-foot Movies Under the Stars poolside screen. These features, which have been enthusiastically enjoyed by passengers on Princess Cruises' newest vessels, have inspired an expansion to other ships in the fleet, and Star Princess is the first to be revitalized with these favorite elements. Star Princess...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

Norwegian Spirit to Receive Multi-Million Dollar Renovation

Norwegian Cruise Line announced that Norwegian Spirit is undergoing a multi-million dollar refurbishment focused on enhancing the total guest experience. The 2,376 passenger Freestyle Cruising ship is receiving a total renovation to its public areas, staterooms and suites. These refurbishments are in addition to the enhancements already made as part of Freestyle 2.0, the company's fleet-wide initiative to further improve the guest experience across all guest touch points from food and beverage to staterooms. "Norwegian Spirit's multi-million dollar renovation will enrich the overal...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

Oasis Of The Seas To Feature Ultimate Wonderland For Young Adventurers

The final neighborhood to be added into the deck plans of Royal Caribbean International's Oasis of the Seas was announced last night during an online unveiling sponsored by American Express Travel. The Youth Zone, a haven for children and teens, joins the ranks of six other previously-announced, diverse neighborhoods that will be aboard the world's largest and most revolutionary cruise ship due to launch in November 2009. Oasis of the Seas features a unique concept that will provide guests with the opportunity to seek out relevant experiences based on their personal style, preference or moo...Read More...
Posted on November 30,2008 in

CRUISE PLANNERS CELEBRATES ‘WORLD’S LARGEST CRUISE EVENT’

It's the best time of the year to get the best deals on cruise vacations because October is National Cruise Vacation month.  And The World’s Largest Cruise Event, October 4-10, 2008, is fast approaching. Michael Given, an expert Cruise Planners travel professional, is celebrating by offering clients incredible values and incentives on cruise travel to the world’s top destinations. “The World’s Largest Cruise Event is a celebration where lucky agents like me get to give the gift of great savings on cruises, and our clients are the guests of honor,” sa...Read More...
Posted on September 30,2008 in

MSC Cruises Places Two Ship Orders for the Most Modern Fleet in the World

MSC Cruises has announced the extraordinary expansion of its fleet with the order of two additional ships from the Aker Yards France at St. Nazaire. The announcement was made today in Milan by Pierfrancesco Vago, CEO of MSC Cruises worldwide, and Domenico Pellegrino, MSC Cruises General Manager, and Jacques Hardelay, General Manager of Aker Yards France. The new ships -- due for delivery in 2011 and 2012 -- will be named MSC Meraviglia ("marvelous/amazing") and MSC Favolosa ("fabulous") and will be the fifth and sixth ships in the "Musica" class, at 9...Read More...
Posted on September 30,2008 in

OCEANIA CRUISES COMMENCES CONSTRUCTION OF FIRST OCEANIA CLASS NEWBUILD “MARINA”

The most widely heralded ship to enter the cruise market this year, Celebrity Solstice, departed Meyer Werft shipyard yesterday in Papenburg, Germany, as the largest ship ever built by the longtime shipbuilder. In a milestone event known as "The Conveyance," the 2,850-guest Celebrity Solstice made its way down the River Eems, as tens of thousands of area residents lining the river banks cheered and photographed the historic event. "This is a very momentous occasion for Celebrity Cruises," said the brand's President and CEO Dan Hanrahan. "Celebrity Solstice is the...Read More...
Posted on September 30,2008 in

Celebrity Solstice Sets Sail for First Time, attracting tens of thousands

The most widely heralded ship to enter the cruise market this year, Celebrity Solstice, departed Meyer Werft shipyard yesterday in Papenburg, Germany, as the largest ship ever built by the longtime shipbuilder. In a milestone event known as "The Conveyance," the 2,850-guest Celebrity Solstice made its way down the River Eems, as tens of thousands of area residents lining the river banks cheered and photographed the historic event. "This is a very momentous occasion for Celebrity Cruises," said the brand's President and CEO Dan Hanrahan. "Celebrity Solstice is th...Read More...
Posted on September 30,2008 in

Princess Cruises Debuts New "Ultimate Ship Tour" with Launch of Ruby Princess

Rare Behind-the-Scenes Access Will Give Passengers Exclusive Insider's View of Ship Operations Most cruise ship passengers are aware that behind the scenes of their relaxing cruise vacation there's a bustle of activity to deliver an excellent experience, but few have gotten an up-close look at these inner workings. This will change in November with the debut of Ruby Princess as Princess Cruises introduces an industry first, The Ultimate Ship Tour, an exclusive opportunity to experience an array of "back of house" areas that are key to a ship's daily operations. This pioneering c...Read More...
Posted on September 30,2008 in

New Stateroom Décor, Verandahs, Lanai Staterooms and More on Five Holland America Line Ships

Five Holland America Line ships will soon undergo individual month-long dry docks at a total cost of approximately $200 million. The most dramatic alterations during the latest Signature of Excellence enhancements will result in an additional 32 verandah staterooms added to the aft portion of each ship. In addition, 46 new innovative lanai staterooms will allow guests direct access to the Lower Promenade Deck and on four ships verandahs will be installed on 12 staterooms on Deck 9 forward. On the five ships, ms Statendam, ms Maasdam, ms Ryndam, ms Veendam and ms Rotterdam, forty-six stat...Read More...
Posted on September 30,2008 in

Royal Caribbean Redefines Cruising Favorites with Oasis of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International unveiled two more neighborhoods for the highly anticipated Oasis of the Seas, the world's largest and most revolutionary cruise ship when she launches in November 2009. The Pool and Sports Zone and the Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center were announced at the consumer Internet event, revealing additional examples of innovation and amenities for which Royal Caribbean has been renowned throughout the cruise line's history.    "This latest unveiling of two more neighborhoods to be found on Oasis of the Seas continues to prove our legacy of re...Read More...
Posted on August 31,2008 in

Two of MSC Cruises' Newest Ships to Sail 2009 Caribbean Season

North American guests will be able to experience the Caribbean on two of MSC Cruises' newest and largest ships when MSC Poesia and MSC Magnifica arrive in Fort Lauderdale for their inaugural 2009-10 Caribbean seasons.  In addition to sailing on the two newest of the line's popular "Musica" class ships, guests can select from a variety of roundtrip itineraries that includes 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings and four different 10-night itineraries. Itineraries feature many of the most popular ports of call as well as several exciting not-so-often visited ports, ...Read More...
Posted on August 31,2008 in

Carnival to Expand Capacity in New Orleans by 34 Percent With Deployment of Carnival Triumph

Carnival Cruise Lines which operates the only year-round cruise program from New Orleans – will increase capacity by 34 percent when the 2,758-passenger Carnival Triumph replaces the 2,056-passenger Carnival Fantasy from the Big Easy in November 2009.  In addition to providing an exciting new “Fun Ship” cruise option from New Orleans, Carnival Triumph will introduce new seven-day eastern and exotic western Caribbean schedules to complement the line’s popular four- and five-day cruises to Mexico.  The Carnival Triumph’s seven-day cruises will depar...Read More...
Posted on August 31,2008 in

Celebrity Solstice Unveiled

Celebrity Cruises has floated out the new Celebrity Solstace at  Germany's Meyer Werft shipyard and will complete the ship by September 27th and the official debut will be on  November 23rd.  Celebrity also unveiled a website dedicated to this remarkable and highly anticipated new ship. Check her out here: http://www.celebritysolstice.com/Read More...
Posted on August 31,2008 in

Princess Debuts New Onboard Fitness Programs with Active Options for Kids and Adults

Staying fit on a cruise has never been easier or more fun, as Princess Cruises introduces new ways for passengers to stay active on their vacation -- including the industry's first in-room fitness program, fun yoga classes for kids and teens and a new array of Lotus Spa classes featuring the three vital components of balanced health. Designed for cruisers of all ages and activity levels, these innovative fitness choices will help passengers get moving in the privacy of their own staterooms with Fitness@Sea hosted by celebrity trainer Gillian Clark; strike a pose in an interactive yo...Read More...
Posted on August 31,2008 in

Holland America Line Announces $200 Million in Enhancements to Five Ships

As part of its ongoing Signature of Excellence, Holland America Line is doubling the amount to be spent in upgrades, enhancements and new features on five of the line's most popular ships. Over the next two years, the ms Statendam, ms Ryndam, ms Maasdam, ms Veendam and ms Rotterdam will undergo extensive dry docks to create new venues, new staterooms, new décor and more. The 18-month, $200 million program will begin when Veendam enters an extended dock in spring 2009, and the last ship is slated for completion in late 2010. The investment in this new series of enhancements will inc...Read More...
Posted on August 31,2008 in

Cruise Planners inducted into Carnival's Pinnacle Club

Cruise Planners, a South Florida-based national cruise agency with a franchised network of more than 700 experienced travel professionals, announced today that it has been inducted into Carnival Cruise Lines’ Pinnacle Club. One of the industry’s highest honors, the Pinnacle Club was created by Carnival to acknowledge high-volume agencies that also exhibit excellence in promoting and selling the “Fun Ship” cruise experience. “Travel agencies are an important part of our distribution system, which is why we created the ‘Pinnacle Club’ to recognize...Read More...
Posted on July 31,2008 in ,

Royal Caribbean to base a ship year-round in Asia

Royal Caribbean will base a cruise ship in Asia year-round beginning in fall 2009, as part of the line's global expansion strategy. This fall and winter, the 2,076-passenger Legend of the Seas will take over the line's seasonal Asia itineraries from the 2,435-passenger Rhapsody of the Seas, which is being redeployed to Australia. The Legend will offer sailings out of Singapore and Shanghai until it returns to the Mediterranean next summer. Th ship will then return to Asia in fall 2009, where it will stay year-round, and offer cruises from various ports in the region. The Rhapsody began c...Read More...
Posted on July 31,2008 in

Carnival to Expand Popular ‘Seaside Theatre’ Concept to Five Additional ‘Fun Ships’

“Carnival’s Seaside Theatres” — jumbo-sized LED screens currently featured poolside on five Carnival “Fun Ships,” including the new 113,300-ton Carnival Splendor which debuted earlier this month – will be expanded to an additional five vessels over the next year. The massive 270-square-foot screens display a variety of programming, including movies, concerts, news, sporting events and the entertaining “Morning Shows” which are hosted by the ships’ respective cruise directors. Additionally, during Carnival’s lively deck part...Read More...
Posted on July 31,2008 in

Cunard Line Partners with The Royal Astronomical Society

Cunard Line is proud to announce a new partnership with The Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) onboard its trio of famed luxury ocean liners, Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and QE2. Poised to become a highlight of Cunard Insights, the Line's award-winning enrichment programme, the RAS partnership begins this summer with RAS Fellows joining 15 voyages on such popular itineraries as Queen Mary 2's Transatlantic Crossings and Caribbean voyages and Queen Victoria's Mediterranean sailings. RAS will offer custom night sky displays of constellations and star navigation instruction, and highlight astro...Read More...
Posted on July 31,2008 in

Norwegian Cruise Line Recognized in Condé Nast Traveler's August Cruise Issue

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) received top billing in Condé Nast Traveler magazine's special August cruise issue, which hits newsstands today. The top-rated travel magazine recognizes Norwegian Gem as one of the best cruise ships for "spa lovers" and Norwegian Jade as one of the best for "foodies." "Norwegian Gem and Norwegian Jade are two of our newest Freestyle Cruising ships that offer an unmatched cruise experience and appeal to a wide range of vacationers," said Colin Veitch, NCL's president and CEO. "It is particularly gratifying to be recogn...Read More...
Posted on July 31,2008 in

Pan-Asian Cuisine Showcased at Holland America Line's New Tamarind Restaurant

Dim sum, satay and Rijsttafel all take the stage at Tamarind, one of three new dining venues debuting on ms Eurodam in July. Tamarind, a Pan-Asian restaurant with a capacity for 144 diners, will serve reservations-only lunch and dinner. The complimentary lunch menu will feature dim sum, an assortment of classic Asian dumplings and accompanying fusion sauces for dipping. Soup and salad, as well as dessert temptations - like green tea tiramisu and mango sorbet - will also be included on the lunch menu. "We took into account every aspect of the Pan-Asian fine dining experience when we d...Read More...
Posted on June 30,2008 in

Innovation And Imagination Are Cornerstones Of The Neighborhood Onboard Oasis Of The Seas

  Steeped in a philosophy that innovation and imagination contribute to a remarkable cruise vacation, Royal Caribbean has once again raised the bar with the announcement of the latest amenities on its newest ship, Oasis of the Seas. Launching in late 2009, Oasis of the Seas will be the world's largest and most revolutionary ship introducing the cruise line's new neighborhood concept, which will provide vacationers with the opportunity to seek out relevant experiences based on their personal styles, preferences or moods. Boardwalk, will be a breathtaking space for families inspired by ...Read More...
Posted on June 30,2008 in

Carnival Cruise Lines Takes Delivery of New 113,300-Ton Carnival Splendor

The largest Carnival Cruise Lines vessel ever constructed, the 3,006-passenger SuperLiner debuts July 2 with an inaugural eight-day Western Europe voyage from Genoa to London (Dover).  From Dover, the ship will be officially named during a ceremony on July 10 presided over by its godmother, British celebrity Myleene Klass, a chart-topping musican, singer and television personality.  Following the naming, Carnival Splendor will sail on a special three-day voyage to Amsterdam July 10-13, then launch the line’s first-ever Northern Europe cruise program featuring ports from ...Read More...
Posted on June 30,2008 in

Holland America Line and Microsoft Introduce Onboard Digital Workshops

Guests on Holland America Line ships will be able to "show and tell" their vacation memories when the companies launch Holland America Line Digital Workshop powered by Microsoft Windows on the ms Amsterdam and the ms Oosterdam, followed by the ms Westerdam in June and the line's new Signature-class, 2,104-passenger ship, the ms Eurodam, in July, expanding fleet wide within 18 months. Free workshops led by Microsoft-trained "techsperts" will show even the most novice camera or computer user how to take better vacation photos, make movies, edit pictures and create scrapbo...Read More...
Posted on June 30,2008 in

Princess Passengers Are First Cruisers to Experience Nintendo's Hugely Popular Wii Fit Game System

After the much-anticipated Wii Fit system debuted across the country last month, Princess unveils this fitness innovation at sea this week after shipboard staff completed special onboard trainings with Nintendo team members. Princess is the first cruise line to offer passengers the chance to get their hearts pumping with the headline-grabbing new release on Wii. All Princess ships, which have long featured Nintendo's popular Wii systems onboard, add the revolutionary Wii Fit balance games, challenging passengers of all ages to put their athletic skills to the test with active video game to...Read More...
Posted on June 30,2008 in

NCL Redefines Nightlife at Sea, Reveals Hottest Clubs on its New Ships

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has revealed its vision for the future of nighttime experiences at sea designed specifically for its two next generation of Freestyle Cruising ships, F3, set to debut in 2010. From Riviera chic and Ibiza style to Miami trendy and Vegas flair, the nightclubs on NCL's new F3 ships will create never-before-seen experiences at sea and feature multiple uses for day or night, along with exclusive, adult-only venues. Five of the ships' distinct hotspots were revealed at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas at the hotel's private Venus Pool to press, NCL's Partnership 2.0 Adviso...Read More...
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Royal Caribbean Selects Oasis Of The Seas And Allure Of The Seas As New Ship Names

An oasis is commonly defined as a fertile area in an arid region or a place of refuge, relief, or pleasant contrast. Today, Royal Caribbean International adds another use of the term, defining it as the official name for the cruise line's newest and most awe-inspiring class of cruise ships, until now referred to by the code name "Project Genesis." The name Oasis of the Seas was selected from more than 91,000 entries in Royal Caribbean's "Name that Ship" contest, which the cruise line launched on January 18 in partnership with USA TODAY. Entrants were invited to submi...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

New 130,000-ton Carnival Dream to be Based at Port Canaveral

Carnival Cruise Lines has announced that the new 130,000-ton Carnival Dream – the largest “Fun Ship” ever constructed – will be based at Port Canaveral, Fla., beginning in fall 2009. Details on the ship’s itinerary will be provided at a later date. Currently under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, the 3,652-passenger Carnival Dream is the first in a new class of ship for the line with a unique interior design, sleek hull and distinctive profile, along with a host of innovative facilities and features which will be released in the c...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

OCEANIA CRUISES RELEASES FIRST DESIGN DETAILS

Oceania Cruises is pleased to announce the first design details of its new Oceania-Class ships that are scheduled for delivery in 2010 and 2011. The ships, to be constructed in Fincantieri’s Sestre Ponente shipyard in Genoa, Italy, have been designed by the world’s foremost architects of luxury ships, Y&S Architecture and Interior Design of Oslo, Norway. Y&S has been retained to design all of the public spaces, suites and staterooms, and Gunnar Aaserud, a Partner and Executive Architect at Y&S, who has done extensive work on the line’s Regatta-Class ships,...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

Cunard's Queen Victoria Makes Conde Nast Traveler's Annual "Hot List"

Cunard Line’s new Queen Victoria has garnered top spots on Condé Nast Traveler’s just-released “Hot List,” the definitive guide to the most celebrated new hotels, restaurants, spas and nightclubs in the world. Appearing in the May 2008 issue (on newsstands now), the Hot List reflects the magazine’s rigorous, undercover evaluation of hundreds of new properties around the globe. Queen Victoria is recognized as one of the “hottest hotels in the world,” and the ship’s well-appointed Cunard Royal Spa is included among the “hottest spas...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

Royal Caribbean Unveils First Architectural Marvel Onboard Project Genesis Ship

In its latest evolution in cruise ship design, Royal Caribbean International's Project Genesis will bring the best of the land to sea with Central Park, a revolutionary design in which the center of the ship opens to the sky and features lush, tropical grounds spanning the length of a football field. An exquisite public gathering place featuring serene pathways, seasonal flower gardens and canopy trees, Central Park will provide cruisers with more choices in a unique outdoor space. One of the ship's most ground-breaking spaces, this new concept is the first of seven neighborhoods to be unve...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

New Flexible Dining Option To Be Tested On Carnival Legend

Carnival Cruise Lines will begin testing a new flexible dining option with the Carnival Legend’s June 29, 2008, departure that will enable guests to choose an open seating option for dinner.  Guests who opt for flexible dining can  dine at whatever time they wish between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly in the ship’s main restaurant. The new flexible dining pilot program aboard Carnival Legend will in no way replace Carnival’s popular classic dining system which provides a choice of either main or late seating.  Under classic dining, guests dine at the same ...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

Norwegian Cruise Line Set to Launch Freestyle 2.0

Norwegian Cruise Line 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 experience. The enhancements include a major investment in the total dining experience; upgrading the stateroom experience; new wide ranging on-board activities for guests of all ages; and additional recognition, service and amenities for balcony, suite and villa guests. The initiative has been driven by quantitative and qualitative feedback from both...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

Two Princess Ships to be Remodeled with Line's Latest Signature Features

Star Princess and Caribbean Princess to Add Popular Amenities Including Atrium "Piazza" with International Cafe, Crown Grill and Adults Only Sanctuary Two Princess ships will be remodeled to incorporate a number of the most popular amenities that have become passenger favorites on the line's newer ships. The upcoming makeovers of Star Princess and Caribbean Princess will include a transformation of the Deck 5 atrium into the inviting piazza-style street cafe currently found on Crown Princess and Emerald Princess; plus will add the company's signature adults-only Sanctuary and sho...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

Celebrity Revamps Smoking Policy First premium cruise line to join trend

Cruise enthusiasts may praise the virtues of "sea air," but to many of them, what matters more is clean air. As more hotels and restaurants worldwide implement stricter smoking policies in order to promote healthier air, Celebrity Cruises also is taking action. Beginning October 1, 2008, guests on Celebrity's ships will enjoy fresher air as a result of a new policy that disallows smoking in Celebrity's staterooms or on stateroom verandas. The policy also will reduce the number of public areas in which guests can smoke onboard. "We are proud to be the first premium cruise l...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in

Private Cabanas Offered on Holland America Line's ms Eurodam

Guests on Holland America Line's new ms Eurodam who want to enjoy the outdoors in the comfort of their own private haven will delight in the cabanas on the Observation and Lido decks of the company's first Signature-class ship. The airy, tented cabanas are located on Observation Deck in an area called the Retreat and around the mid-ship pool on Lido Deck. Furnished with modern woven chaises, ottomans and upholstered settees, all cabanas come stocked with bathrobes and plush towels, handheld fans, an Evian spray mister and iPods™ preloaded with great music. Chilled waters are availabl...Read More...
Posted on May 31,2008 in
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