If you’re planning a European cruise for the summer of 2011, you’ll be in good company. Actual booking data from Cruise Holidays offices throughout North America show that more vacationers are planning to cruise Europe this summer than Alaska, which has traditionally topped Europe for passenger count. While the appeal of Europe is certainly based [...]
Deal of the Day: NCL/Amex Onboard Credit Offer
Norwegian Cruise Line [NCL] and American Express Credit Cards are offering a $100 to $300 on-board credit (per stateroom) on certain categories on any NCL cruise of 5 nights or longer. Deluxe Balconies/ Mini-Suites are eligible for a $100 credit and Suites and Villas for a $300 credit. Cruise must be booked between 02/01/2011 and [...]
Holland America Line Expands its 2011 Group Amenities Program to Include 41 Amenities
Holland America Line has added five new items to its 2011 Group Amenities Program, one of the industry’s most robust group programs in support of travel agents. The GAP menu now features 41 amenities, including the new Home City Air Credits, Charity Benefits, the Holland America Line cookbook “A Taste of Elegance” and a nonalcoholic [...]
Princess Cruises February 3-Day Cruise Sale 2/16 to 2/18
Princess is offering onboard credits of $25, $50 or $100 per stateroom (depending on category and/or length of sailing) for select sailings booked during this sale. This sale features select 2011 departures from the ports of New York and San Francisco. Destinations include Alaska, Canada/New England, Bermuda and the Eastern Caribbean, and more. As always, [...]
Grand Princess to Loose Distinctive Skywalker Nightclub
SANTA CLARITA, Calif. February 10, 2011 — The most significant transformation ever of a Princess Cruises ship will occur this spring aboard Grand Princess. During a 24-day makeover the ship, which was the prototype for the line’s “Grand Class” vessels, will undergo a remarkable renovation to receive many of Princess’ trademark features introduced since the [...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Opens New Marina And Dining Facility At Great Stirrup Cay
Miami – Feb 8, 2011 — Norwegian Cruise Line announced today that it has completed the first phase of enhancements at Great Stirrup Cay, the line’s 250-acre private island in the Bahamas. On Thursday, February 3, the company opened the new marina and dining facility on the island, representing a significant milestone in the more [...]
Budgeting for “Extras” on Your Next Cruise
The cost of your next cruise includes everything you need for a wonderful vacation at sea: a comfortable stateroom, delicious food, engaging entertainment and lots of onboard amenities, from pools and hot tubs to kids’ clubs and nightclubs. In addition, many ships have additional features and amenities available on a pay-as-you-go basis. Cruise lines charge [...]
Part 3: Emerald Princess Cruise – Getting There
Well, I have to say this was a very nice cruise. I have a lot I could write about and I’m going to try to keep from jumping around too much. The last few cruises we have taken we have not used the cruise line’s cruise/air packages for various reasons – mostly because we had [...]
Royal Caribbean Increases Recommended Gratuities
Royal Caribbean Increases Recommended Gratuities December 09, 2010 10:49 AM Royal Caribbean International is adjusting the recommended gratuities guideline for sailings that commence on or after July 1. The new recommended daily gratuities for dining staff and housekeeping staff will be a total of $11.65 per guest per day, up from $9.75, and $13.90 per [...]
No More Cruises From Philly?
Word is that Philly is shutting down the Philadelphia Cruise Terminal. Travel Pulse reported this week that Delaware River Port Authority will probably decide later this month to “get out of the cruise business”. I can’t say as I blame them. there have not been many cruises out of Philadelphia for quite some time now. [...]
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Grand Princess to Loose Distinctive Skywalker Nightclub
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Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao as Easy to Cruise to as ABC
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Holland America Line Expands its 2011 Group Amenities Program to Include 41 Amenities
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NCL IPO in 2011?
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Deal of the Day: NCL/Amex Onboard Credit Offer
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European Cruise Prices Lower In 2011?
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Deal of the Day: NCL/Amex Onboard Credit Offer
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Holland America Line Expands its 2011 Group Amenities Program to Include 41 Amenities
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Princess Cruises February 3-Day Cruise Sale 2/16 to 2/18
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Grand Princess to Loose Distinctive Skywalker Nightclub