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ALLURE OF THE SEAS’ INAUGURAL SEASON EXPANDED
Old news, once more Royal Caribbean has moved up the maiden voyage for its Allure of the Seas. Initially planed for December 12, 2010, the seven-night Western Caribbean itinerary will take place on December 5, 2010. Over the last two years, both Royal Caribbean and its sister line Celebrity Cruises have rescheduled the first revenue voyage for Celebrity’s Solstice,...
by TOn at February 18th, 2010 at 05:02 pm
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Carnival Back in Europe in 2011
Carnival Cruise Lines will be back in Europe in 2011, according to Carnival’s Senior Cruise Director John Heald. Carnival intend to reclaim the Old Continent with its currently under-construction 130,000-ton, 3,690-passenger Carnival Magic. The new ship will sail a nine-night cruise from Venice to Barcelona on May 1. It will then remain in Barcelona until October,...
by TOn at January 21st, 2010 at 02:01 pm
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12 Gold List Cruise Lines
Crystal Cruises Overall Score: 92.7 Design varies deck by deck on the two ships of this line, but contemporary accommodations have sliding-door verandas and Frette bathrobes; some have Bang & Olufsen sound systems. “The mattress was so good we bought one when we got home.” excursions include explorations of Petra and off-roading on Mount Etna. Among the...
by TOn at January 14th, 2010 at 06:01 pm
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VH1 Best Cruise Ever
Get ready for the “VH1 Best Cruise Ever” – the first official VH1 entertainment cruise. The music lover’s getaway will be held onboard the Carnival Inspiration, April 15 to 19, 2010, from Tampa to Grand Cayman. Hosted by 3 Doors Down, this music festival at sea, also includes Lifehouse and Shinedown. Set sail on the VH1 Best Cruise Ever and enjoy performances...
by TOn at January 13th, 2010 at 03:01 pm
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Sexually Themed Cruises – the latest cruise industry trend
Indeed, it is the latest trend in the cruise industry. After the first Swingers Cruise, along came the first ‘cougar cruise’. Designed for older women who pursue younger men, the cougar cruise happened only a couple of months after the first Swingers Cruise, which was aimed at swingers or people who embrace non-monogamous sexual experiences. The cruise featured...
by TOn at January 6th, 2010 at 05:01 pm
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Everything You Might Want to Know About the Oasis of the Seas
Ordered by Royal Caribbean International in February 2006 and designed under the name “Project Genesis”, the ship was built at the STX Europe (formerly Aker Yards). After a competition held in May 2008, the name Oasis of the Seas came to live. On 28 October 2009, the largest and most revolutionary cruise ship in the world was turned over to her owner. A lot...
by TOn at January 5th, 2010 at 07:01 pm
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A cruise: Which one’s for you?
Going on a cruise for the first time can be daunting. The first thing to be aware of is that a cruise doesn’t have to cost you your life savings. Don’t forget, the price includes food, accommodation, day- and night-time entertainment, gym membership, kids clubs and flights. It doesn’t usually include spa treatments or shore excursions. Plus, early booking...
by TOn at December 9th, 2009 at 05:12 pm
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Oasis of the Seas – the world’s biggest cruise ship, now at large
Royal Caribbean International officially named its newest cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas, yesterday, during an elaborate maritime celebration designed especially for the world’s largest and most revolutionary cruise ship. Putting a new twist on one of maritimes longest standing traditions, the global cruise line was honored to have not one, but seven celebrity godmothers...
by TOn at December 2nd, 2009 at 04:12 pm
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Costa Deliziosa – Good to Go!
La Costa Deliziosa, the latest “jewel” in the fleet of Costa Cruises, the largest Italian travel group and Europe’s favorite cruise line, came through her sea trials successfully. The new ship – Costa’s 15th fleet member, built at Fincantieri’s Marghera (Venice) shipyard, was put through her paces in the open sea for the first time, with a series of running...
by TOn at December 2nd, 2009 at 03:12 pm
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Some Useful Budget Cruise Tips
Despite the recession, the cruise industry keeps going and growing. Actually the economic climate provides some great opportunities to find a budget cruise. Cruise lines’ competition is more intense than ever, which results in some tons of available deals. You just have to search and ask for them. Steady! Steady! Go! Don’t rush into things, especially if it is...
by TOn at November 27th, 2009 at 12:11 pm