Silversea Cruises said its newest all-suite ship will be named Silver Spirit. The company made the announcement Tuesday at the Seatrade Cruise Shipping Convention in Miami Beach, Florida. Currently under construction at Fincantieri's Ancona shipyard in Italy, the 540-guest vessel is scheduled to join the fleet in December 2009. Italian architect Giacomo Mortola is overseeing the design of the 36,000-ton vessel. "Silver Spirit's design will mirror the distinctive silhouette of our existing ships and will offer the same standards of luxury that our guests have come to expect," said Manfredi Lefebvre, Silversea's chairman. "But there will also be several significant enhancements, including a new supper club, an Asian-themed restaurant and an expanded spa facility that will rival the best spas on land."
Silversea President and CEO Amerigo Perasso said the ship will have a contemporary feel but with touches reminiscent of the 1930s. The space ratio will be a high 67. With a total of 270 ocean-view suites, the new ship will increase the number of accommodations in the most popular suite categories. Silver Spirit will feature more of the quick-to-sell-out Silver Suites, with a total of 26, and 222 Veranda Suites. There will also be six Grand Suites and two Owner's Suites. All but 12 suites will have balconies.
Plans call for a new supper club called Annabelle's that will serve gourmet cuisine followed by music and dance. Also planned are a new Asian restaurant, the main dining room, The Wine Restaurant and the casual Pool Grille. The new Spa at Silversea, which premiered during Silver Shadow's World Cruise last year, will be rolled out aboard the new vessel with dramatically more space. An aesthetically pleasing sanctuary is planned for guests to relax, de-stress and detox with an expanded menu of treatments. Silver Spirit will feature many of the same public lounges found on the line's existing ships, including an Observation Lounge, Vista Lounge (similar to Panorama Lounge on current fleet), Show Lounge, Humidor and Pool Bar, plus a new Lobby Bar styled along the lines of a European hotel, featuring Italian coffees complemented by champagne, wine and spirits -- all served at no charge.
Source: Modern Agent
Friday, August 15, 2008
Hawaiian Cruises - Explore Your Options To Save Money
Hawaiian cruises offer something for everyone to enjoy. You’ll find everything from sand and sea to exciting nightlife. [spin] The key to finding the right cruise for you is to know what all your options are.
Hawaiian cruises are something that most people can only dream about. Not many people will get the [...]
Hawaiian cruises are something that most people can only dream about. Not many people will get the [...]
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Mar 6, Alaska Proposes Tax Rebate to Cruisers
The Alaska State Legislature is considering a bill that would amend the cruise ship head tax that Alaska's citizens voted into law in 2006.
Senate Bill 168, which reached the Senate floor this week, would protect passengers from multiple head taxes, effectively capping the charge at $50 per passenger. The state's head tax is $50 but some municipalities, including Juneau and Ketchikan, charge their own passenger tax, said the bill's sponsor, Sen. Bert Stedman (R-Sitka) of the Senate Finance Committee.
"If other port communities impose their own municipal fees, the total taxes a passenger pays will obviously grow," said the Senate Finance Committee in a statement about the bill. "Although it is difficult to quantify, at some point these municipal passenger fees stacked on top of the state head tax could reduce travel to Alaska or decrease the amount cruise passengers spend once they arrive."
The committee said the bill would entitle cruise passengers to a "dollar-for-dollar credit equal to the lesser of $10 or the actual amount of any similar tax the passenger paid at any of the ship's first five ports of call."
Source: Travel Weekly
Senate Bill 168, which reached the Senate floor this week, would protect passengers from multiple head taxes, effectively capping the charge at $50 per passenger. The state's head tax is $50 but some municipalities, including Juneau and Ketchikan, charge their own passenger tax, said the bill's sponsor, Sen. Bert Stedman (R-Sitka) of the Senate Finance Committee.
"If other port communities impose their own municipal fees, the total taxes a passenger pays will obviously grow," said the Senate Finance Committee in a statement about the bill. "Although it is difficult to quantify, at some point these municipal passenger fees stacked on top of the state head tax could reduce travel to Alaska or decrease the amount cruise passengers spend once they arrive."
The committee said the bill would entitle cruise passengers to a "dollar-for-dollar credit equal to the lesser of $10 or the actual amount of any similar tax the passenger paid at any of the ship's first five ports of call."
Source: Travel Weekly
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Renaissance Cruises - Where are the Renaissance Cruise Ships Now?
Renaissance Cruises filed for bankruptcy after 13 years in business. The attack on the World Trade Towers in 2001 appeared to put the nail in the coffin for this once popular cruise line. This article explores the fate of the Renaissance fleet of cruise ships.
Where are they now?
Renaissance Cruises which ceased operations in late 2001 [...]
Where are they now?
Renaissance Cruises which ceased operations in late 2001 [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/cruise-ship-lines/renaissance-cruises
Sep 11, Enhance your vacation adventures with trips, city tours, attractions
Find and book (on-line) the most popular sights, tours ,activities and attractions for your vacation adventures.
Source: http://www.cruisevacationsguide.com/vacation-adventures.html
Save on Air to the Galapagos
Receive $500 per person air credit on select 2007 and 2008 Islander Galapagos
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adventures.
Source: http://www.sunstonetours.com/galapagos/itins/lex_galapagos_islander.asp
Finding Cheap Air Fares
One of the most expensive aspects of traveling is often the cost of the flight. Many people look around for Cheaper Air Tickets but are unaware of hidden charges and associated fees that could bump the price of the seemingly great value flight up by a considerable amount. However, by being vigilant and asking the [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/cruise-travel-tips/finding-cheap-air-fares
Feb 19, Carnival Adds New Program for 12-14 Year Olds
Building upon its distinction as the family cruise leader, Carnival Cruise Lines has introduced a new on-board program called Circle C aimed specifically at the 12- to 14-year-old age group, with expansive new clubs, a full schedule of activities and trained staff.
The Circle C program complements the lines other youth-oriented programming, including Camp Carnival for younger kids and Club O2 for 15- to 17-year-olds, which combined are expected to host 600,000 kids this year the most in cruising.
The facilities feature a dance floor with high-tech sound and lighting system, along with 42-inch plasma-screen TVs displaying movies and music videos, and a touch-screen jukebox stocked with the latest hits. Also featured are gaming pods with the latest video games and consoles, with 20-inch plasma-screens positioned throughout the room and used exclusively for video gaming.
The facilities offer a sleek modern design created especially to appeal to younger teens, with a vibrant motif, oversized picture windows, and plush comfortable seating -- perfect for hanging out with new friends.
The Circle C program also offers a full schedule of activities, which include everything from sports such as basketball, volleyball, ping-pong and various water games to late-night movies and swimming under the stars pool parties. Circle C activities are listed in a special edition of Carnival Capers printed daily.
A new logo and branding campaign incorporating the Circle C theme of cruise.chill.connect has also been created.
Circle C is just the latest enhancement to kid-friendly amenities aboard the Fun Ships. Children ages 2-11 can enjoy diverse activities and dedicated facilities of Camp Carnival, which continues to evolve with new 1,600-square-foot play areas on Fantasy-class ships and new programming fleetwide. For older kids, theres the Club O2 teen program featuring teen dance clubs, just for teens shore excursions, and more.
Also new is Carnival WaterWorks, an aqua park featuring a 300-foot-long twister water slide, dual-lane racing slides and water spray apparatus, currently rolled out as part of the Evolutions of Fun refurbishment program on select ships. Carnival Splendor, set to debut in July, will boast Carnivals largest play area to date and a water spray park.
Other fleetwide features include babysitting services, stroller rentals, childrens menus, and a variety of spacious accommodation categories, with dozens of inter-connecting cabins -- ideal for large families or family gatherings.
Source: Carnival Cruise Lines
The Circle C program complements the lines other youth-oriented programming, including Camp Carnival for younger kids and Club O2 for 15- to 17-year-olds, which combined are expected to host 600,000 kids this year the most in cruising.
The facilities feature a dance floor with high-tech sound and lighting system, along with 42-inch plasma-screen TVs displaying movies and music videos, and a touch-screen jukebox stocked with the latest hits. Also featured are gaming pods with the latest video games and consoles, with 20-inch plasma-screens positioned throughout the room and used exclusively for video gaming.
The facilities offer a sleek modern design created especially to appeal to younger teens, with a vibrant motif, oversized picture windows, and plush comfortable seating -- perfect for hanging out with new friends.
The Circle C program also offers a full schedule of activities, which include everything from sports such as basketball, volleyball, ping-pong and various water games to late-night movies and swimming under the stars pool parties. Circle C activities are listed in a special edition of Carnival Capers printed daily.
A new logo and branding campaign incorporating the Circle C theme of cruise.chill.connect has also been created.
Circle C is just the latest enhancement to kid-friendly amenities aboard the Fun Ships. Children ages 2-11 can enjoy diverse activities and dedicated facilities of Camp Carnival, which continues to evolve with new 1,600-square-foot play areas on Fantasy-class ships and new programming fleetwide. For older kids, theres the Club O2 teen program featuring teen dance clubs, just for teens shore excursions, and more.
Also new is Carnival WaterWorks, an aqua park featuring a 300-foot-long twister water slide, dual-lane racing slides and water spray apparatus, currently rolled out as part of the Evolutions of Fun refurbishment program on select ships. Carnival Splendor, set to debut in July, will boast Carnivals largest play area to date and a water spray park.
Other fleetwide features include babysitting services, stroller rentals, childrens menus, and a variety of spacious accommodation categories, with dozens of inter-connecting cabins -- ideal for large families or family gatherings.
Source: Carnival Cruise Lines
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Tropical Snorkeling
While snorkeling in the tropics you’ll marvel at the clear blue shimmering waters, colorful marine life and silvery schools of fish, maybe even a dolphin or two—all under a sparkling sun. No wonder the tropics are favored for Tropical Snorkeling.
The beaches are shallow, less than a hundred fathoms (1 fathom = 6 feet or 1.8 [...]
The beaches are shallow, less than a hundred fathoms (1 fathom = 6 feet or 1.8 [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/cruise-activities/tropical-snorkeling
Feb 14, Azamara, Celebrity Captains to Perform Weddings at Sea
Azamara Cruises and Celebrity Cruises have made arrangements for ship captains to marry guests at sea. The sister lines plan to launch legal, captain-led wedding ceremonies later this year.
Celebrity has long partnered with The Wedding Experience to offer onboard vow renewals at sea and in-port wedding ceremonies. With the recent re-registration of seven of Celebrity's eight ships in Malta, where Azamara's two ships also are registered, government regulations have changed to allow for captains to perform legal marriages while the ships sail.
Guests being married at sea will be offered a variety of packages that include private receptions in the ship's specialty restaurant, cake, champagne, and more. Basic captain-performed wedding packages begin at $2,500. Guests should book their wedding in advance of the sailing to allow time for the processing of licenses and other legal documents. Guests can also arrange weddings during Alaska cruise-tours at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge and The Hotel Alyeska, amid the hanging glaciers of the Girdwood Valley or with Mount McKinley as a backdrop. These ceremonies can take place from June to September.
Source: Modern Agent
Celebrity has long partnered with The Wedding Experience to offer onboard vow renewals at sea and in-port wedding ceremonies. With the recent re-registration of seven of Celebrity's eight ships in Malta, where Azamara's two ships also are registered, government regulations have changed to allow for captains to perform legal marriages while the ships sail.
Guests being married at sea will be offered a variety of packages that include private receptions in the ship's specialty restaurant, cake, champagne, and more. Basic captain-performed wedding packages begin at $2,500. Guests should book their wedding in advance of the sailing to allow time for the processing of licenses and other legal documents. Guests can also arrange weddings during Alaska cruise-tours at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge and The Hotel Alyeska, amid the hanging glaciers of the Girdwood Valley or with Mount McKinley as a backdrop. These ceremonies can take place from June to September.
Source: Modern Agent
Monday, August 11, 2008
Disney Cruises- a Magical Cruise for All the Family
There is nothing quite like a Disney cruise vacation. Every member of the family can have the vacation of a life time aboard a Disney cruise ship.
Disney Cruises Where Magic Comes To Life.
My family and I went on a Disney cruise last Summer and loved it. The Disney Cruise line is the one place at [...]
Disney Cruises Where Magic Comes To Life.
My family and I went on a Disney cruise last Summer and loved it. The Disney Cruise line is the one place at [...]
Feb 12, NCL to Withdraw Second Ship from Hawaii
NCL Corp. will withdraw the Pride of Aloha from the Hawaii market effective May 11. The ship will be transferred to Star Cruises and will be re-flagged and deployed in Asia in the summer. The remaining year-round ship in Hawaii will be the Pride of America, introduced in 2005.
The company announced and put on sale Pride of America's sailings through 2010; it offers inter-island cruises departing every Saturday from Honolulu. A year ago, NCL announced the transfer this month of the Pride of Hawaii to Europe, and rename it Norwegian Jade.
For guests booked on Pride of Aloha from May 11 and beyond, NCL is holding space and will offer the same cruise fare as they currently have paid on their Pride of Aloha cruise if they would like to transfer to the same week on Pride of America, departing one day earlier. In addition, guests will receive a $100-per-person onboard credit (up to $200 per stateroom).
For guests who made their air and/or hotel arrangements through NCL, NCL will protect the rates they currently have paid and cover any air or hotel change fees. For guests who purchased their own air, NCL will protect up to the first $100 per person of any increase in air costs and cover up to $75 per person in air change fees. For guests who made independent hotel arrangements, NCL will cover any hotel change fees up to $25 per person.
Guests may book any other NCL cruise and receive a $100-per-person onboard credit (up to $200 per stateroom) if they rebook by March 7. In addition, NCL will cover up to $75 per person in air change fees and up to $25 per person in hotel change fees. Guests may cancel their cruise and receive a full refund if NCL is notified by March 7. In addition, NCL will cover up to $75 per person in air change fees and up to $25 per person in hotel change fees. After March 7, cancellation fees will apply in accordance with NCL's cancellation policy.
Following a 14-day scheduled dry dock in Hawaii from April 26 to May 10, Pride of America will sail its four-island itinerary with a change in order of ports, including an overnight in Nawiliwili, Kauai; an afternoon cruise of the Napali Coast; Hilo, Hawaii; an evening sail by Mount Kilauea; Kona, Hawaii; and an overnight in Kahului, Maui. All of the Freestyle 2.0 enhancements will be rolled out on Pride of America during the ship's dry-dock.
Source: Modern Agent
The company announced and put on sale Pride of America's sailings through 2010; it offers inter-island cruises departing every Saturday from Honolulu. A year ago, NCL announced the transfer this month of the Pride of Hawaii to Europe, and rename it Norwegian Jade.
For guests booked on Pride of Aloha from May 11 and beyond, NCL is holding space and will offer the same cruise fare as they currently have paid on their Pride of Aloha cruise if they would like to transfer to the same week on Pride of America, departing one day earlier. In addition, guests will receive a $100-per-person onboard credit (up to $200 per stateroom).
For guests who made their air and/or hotel arrangements through NCL, NCL will protect the rates they currently have paid and cover any air or hotel change fees. For guests who purchased their own air, NCL will protect up to the first $100 per person of any increase in air costs and cover up to $75 per person in air change fees. For guests who made independent hotel arrangements, NCL will cover any hotel change fees up to $25 per person.
Guests may book any other NCL cruise and receive a $100-per-person onboard credit (up to $200 per stateroom) if they rebook by March 7. In addition, NCL will cover up to $75 per person in air change fees and up to $25 per person in hotel change fees. Guests may cancel their cruise and receive a full refund if NCL is notified by March 7. In addition, NCL will cover up to $75 per person in air change fees and up to $25 per person in hotel change fees. After March 7, cancellation fees will apply in accordance with NCL's cancellation policy.
Following a 14-day scheduled dry dock in Hawaii from April 26 to May 10, Pride of America will sail its four-island itinerary with a change in order of ports, including an overnight in Nawiliwili, Kauai; an afternoon cruise of the Napali Coast; Hilo, Hawaii; an evening sail by Mount Kilauea; Kona, Hawaii; and an overnight in Kahului, Maui. All of the Freestyle 2.0 enhancements will be rolled out on Pride of America during the ship's dry-dock.
Source: Modern Agent
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Tips For A Sailing Holiday In Spain
The main sailing areas in Spain are the Balearics in the east, Costa del Sol in the south and La Coruna in the northwest. The Canaries Islands is also a famous sailing destination.
Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza are called the Balearics. During the last couple of years Spain’s Mediterranean coast and islands have seen a tremendous [...]
Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza are called the Balearics. During the last couple of years Spain’s Mediterranean coast and islands have seen a tremendous [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/sailing-vacations/sailing-holiday-in-spain
Feb 11, Silversea Adds Expedition Ship
Silversea Cruises plans to launch its new expedition ship in June 2008, after undergoing a multi-million-dollar renovation at the Fincantieri shipyard in Trieste, Italy. The 1A ice-rated vessel, originally acquired as World Discoverer last September, will get exterior design modifications, state-of-the-art technological enhancements and a complete upgrade of all guest accommodations and public spaces. The ship is also being outfitted with a fleet of eight Zodiac boats.
In a related development, the company announced the appointment of Conrad Combrink as Silversea's director of expeditions, with responsibility for developing the ship's itineraries and program. He will also oversee the recruitment of expedition staff and lecturers. Combrink's career of over 10 years in expedition cruising includes serving as expedition leader on World Discoverer.
Following the naming ceremony in Monte Carlo in May, the ship will set sail June 12 from London on an inaugural season focusing on polar adventures. Sailing first to the Arctic Circle, Iceland and Greenland for the summer, the ship will then reposition to South America and Antarctica for autumn and winter voyages. After the ship's refit, the vessel will accommodate 132 guests in 66 ocean-view suites, many featuring private verandas.
Staterooms and suites will range from 215 to over 600 square feet, with an average size of 300-plus square feet. Twenty suites will feature more than 400 square feet of luxury. All staterooms and suites will have flat-screen TVs. The ship will feature a single-seating main dining room, a library with desktop computers and Internet access, a boutique, a beauty salon, a fitness center, a full-service spa and two Jacuzzi pools. The ship will be equipped with state-of-the-art satellite communication systems, providing bow-to-stern wireless Internet access and cellular phone service.
Source: Modern Agent
In a related development, the company announced the appointment of Conrad Combrink as Silversea's director of expeditions, with responsibility for developing the ship's itineraries and program. He will also oversee the recruitment of expedition staff and lecturers. Combrink's career of over 10 years in expedition cruising includes serving as expedition leader on World Discoverer.
Following the naming ceremony in Monte Carlo in May, the ship will set sail June 12 from London on an inaugural season focusing on polar adventures. Sailing first to the Arctic Circle, Iceland and Greenland for the summer, the ship will then reposition to South America and Antarctica for autumn and winter voyages. After the ship's refit, the vessel will accommodate 132 guests in 66 ocean-view suites, many featuring private verandas.
Staterooms and suites will range from 215 to over 600 square feet, with an average size of 300-plus square feet. Twenty suites will feature more than 400 square feet of luxury. All staterooms and suites will have flat-screen TVs. The ship will feature a single-seating main dining room, a library with desktop computers and Internet access, a boutique, a beauty salon, a fitness center, a full-service spa and two Jacuzzi pools. The ship will be equipped with state-of-the-art satellite communication systems, providing bow-to-stern wireless Internet access and cellular phone service.
Source: Modern Agent
Source: http://www.cruisevacationsguide.com/cruise-vacations-blog.html#Silversea-Adds-Expedition-Ship
Cruise Ship Vacations with a Difference
As cruise vacations have become more and more popular, the variety of different types of cruise vacation has increased. Now there are many different cruises available to meet a variety of tates and styles.
Theme Cruises
These days there are lots of different types of cruises that you can go on. The television is littered with commercials [...]
Theme Cruises
These days there are lots of different types of cruises that you can go on. The television is littered with commercials [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/cruise-ship-vacations/cruise-ship-vacations-with-a-difference
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Feb 6, Celebrity Unveils New Restaurants for Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Cruises said its new Celebrity Solstice, set to sail on its first revenue cruise on Dec. 14, will feature 10 restaurants. The line unveiled its dining plans at an event at New York's Per Se restaurant last night. Celebrity Solstice will carry approximately 2,850 passengers.
Celebrity said it has partnered with some of the best restaurant designers in the business to create the new restaurants onboard Celebrity Solstice, among them Adam Tihany, who has created such restaurants as Per Se, Jean Georges, Le Cirque, The Sea Grill and Osteria del Circo in New York; Aureole, Bouchon and Seablue in Las Vegas; and Monte's and the Mandarin Bar in the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London. Tihany, in his first restaurant aboard a cruise ship, has designed the two-level Grand Epernay dining room; the classic steakhouse Tuscan Grille, and the Oceanview Cafe on the ship's lido deck. Grand Epernay features a two-story wine tower, similar to what Tihany created in Aureole in Vegas.
The new menus are being created by Jacques Van Staden, Celebrity's vice president of food and beverage, in conjunction with Celebrity's culinary consultant Blau & Associates. Van Staden was previously one of the top chefs and restaurateurs in Washington, D.C., and Las Vegas. Blau is credited with shaping the dining experience at Bellagio and Wynn Resort in Las Vegas, and is also developing the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino's Simon kitchen and bar.
Dining venues aboard Celebrity Solstice will include Grand Epernay, the main dining room open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring French cuisine and the two-story wine tower; Tuscan Grille, a combination of Mediterranean and California Napa cuisine; Silk Harvest, a casual specialty restaurant featuring Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese and Indian selections; Blu, which offers "clean cuisine" exclusively for guests booked on the new AquaClass category of accommodations, with healthy food options; Murano, a twist on the restaurant of the same name on Celebrity Century, blending classic and modern Continental cuisine in an elegant setting; Bistro on Five, a casual dining area where guests can eat or take out sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts and other entrees; Cafe al Bacio & Gelateria, an upscale coffee house serving European cafe fare as well as gelato, signature coffees, teas, fresh-based pastries and more; AquaSpa Cafe, a dining option for guests seeking lighter fare; Mast Grill & Bar, featuring comfort food in a poolside venue; Oceanview Cafe & Grill, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with food stations reflecting where the ship is sailing.
Source: Modern Agent
Celebrity said it has partnered with some of the best restaurant designers in the business to create the new restaurants onboard Celebrity Solstice, among them Adam Tihany, who has created such restaurants as Per Se, Jean Georges, Le Cirque, The Sea Grill and Osteria del Circo in New York; Aureole, Bouchon and Seablue in Las Vegas; and Monte's and the Mandarin Bar in the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London. Tihany, in his first restaurant aboard a cruise ship, has designed the two-level Grand Epernay dining room; the classic steakhouse Tuscan Grille, and the Oceanview Cafe on the ship's lido deck. Grand Epernay features a two-story wine tower, similar to what Tihany created in Aureole in Vegas.
The new menus are being created by Jacques Van Staden, Celebrity's vice president of food and beverage, in conjunction with Celebrity's culinary consultant Blau & Associates. Van Staden was previously one of the top chefs and restaurateurs in Washington, D.C., and Las Vegas. Blau is credited with shaping the dining experience at Bellagio and Wynn Resort in Las Vegas, and is also developing the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino's Simon kitchen and bar.
Dining venues aboard Celebrity Solstice will include Grand Epernay, the main dining room open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring French cuisine and the two-story wine tower; Tuscan Grille, a combination of Mediterranean and California Napa cuisine; Silk Harvest, a casual specialty restaurant featuring Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese and Indian selections; Blu, which offers "clean cuisine" exclusively for guests booked on the new AquaClass category of accommodations, with healthy food options; Murano, a twist on the restaurant of the same name on Celebrity Century, blending classic and modern Continental cuisine in an elegant setting; Bistro on Five, a casual dining area where guests can eat or take out sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts and other entrees; Cafe al Bacio & Gelateria, an upscale coffee house serving European cafe fare as well as gelato, signature coffees, teas, fresh-based pastries and more; AquaSpa Cafe, a dining option for guests seeking lighter fare; Mast Grill & Bar, featuring comfort food in a poolside venue; Oceanview Cafe & Grill, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with food stations reflecting where the ship is sailing.
Source: Modern Agent
Tips For A Sailing Holiday In Thailand
You will be filled with its cultural traditions and history. The Andaman Sea, with Phuket as its hub, is an excellent place for a sailing vacation. Here we find some of the most beautiful islands and beaches in the region, crystal clear waters and stunning landscape. Sailing in Koh Phi Phi Don means taking a [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/sailing-vacations/sailing-holiday-in-thailand
Friday, August 8, 2008
Feb 6, Seabourn's First World Cruise Opens for Sale
Seabourn Cruise Line has opened reservations for the 2010 inaugural World Cruise of the new Seabourn Odyssey. The 108-day voyage departs from Fort Lauderdale on Jan. 5, 2010. A 92-day, west coast alternative departs Los Angeles on Jan. 21. The voyage ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, on April 24, 2010, by which time guests will have visited 42 ports in 26 countries on five continents. It also represents the first time that any of The Yachts of Seabourn has undertaken a world cruise. "A world cruise is an exciting prospect for travelers at any time," said Seabourn President and CEO Pamela Conover. "And for any ship, there is only ever one first time. So when Seabourn Odyssey makes her maiden call at each port, it will be a special occasion that will never be repeated."
The full world cruise qualifies for Seabourn's Grand Voyage Savings of 50 percent, creating a range of per-person, double occupancy fares from $53,745 for a 295-square-foot Category A accommodations to $254,745 for a Grand Suite measuring 1,135 square feet with three private verandas adding another 301 square feet of outdoor space.
Seabourn has packed the voyage with value-added benefits and features for full World Cruise passengers. For those embarking at Fort Lauderdale, the voyage begins with a complimentary private-car transfer from their homes to any gateway airport within 100 miles. Upon arrival at Fort Lauderdale, full cruisers can attend a pre-cruise celebration and receive luxury accommodation the night before embarkation. Private car transfers at both ends of the voyage are included for all full-world cruise guests. Other complimentary perquisites include first-class roundtrip airfare, luggage shipping by Seabourn's Personal Valet and a $1,000-per-person shipboard credit. During the voyage, are five shoreside events for full-cruise passengers in addition to six Exclusively Seabourn experiences to which all guests are invited. Commemorative gifts, gala balls and a full program of added enrichment programs and celebrity entertainment are also planned.
Three shorter "World Voyages" are also available -- a 69-day voyage from Fort Lauderdale to Hong Kong, a 53-day segment from Los Angeles to Hong Kong, and a 39-day cruise from Hong Kong to Piraeus. The Seabourn Odyssey will carry a maximum of 450 guests. Ninety percent of the 225 ocean-view suites have private verandas, and all feature full granite baths with separate tub and shower, Molton Brown products, a complimentary in-suite bar stocked to the guests' requests, and a flat-screen entertainment system with movies, television and music. Seabourn Square will be a concierge lounge. The Spa at Seabourn will feature a two-deck-high waterfall entry, gym with a Kinesis Wall, indoor/outdoor treatment rooms, a thalassotherapy pool and salon facilities. The ship will boast two outdoor swimming pools and six outdoor whirlpool spas.
The full world cruise qualifies for Seabourn's Grand Voyage Savings of 50 percent, creating a range of per-person, double occupancy fares from $53,745 for a 295-square-foot Category A accommodations to $254,745 for a Grand Suite measuring 1,135 square feet with three private verandas adding another 301 square feet of outdoor space.
Seabourn has packed the voyage with value-added benefits and features for full World Cruise passengers. For those embarking at Fort Lauderdale, the voyage begins with a complimentary private-car transfer from their homes to any gateway airport within 100 miles. Upon arrival at Fort Lauderdale, full cruisers can attend a pre-cruise celebration and receive luxury accommodation the night before embarkation. Private car transfers at both ends of the voyage are included for all full-world cruise guests. Other complimentary perquisites include first-class roundtrip airfare, luggage shipping by Seabourn's Personal Valet and a $1,000-per-person shipboard credit. During the voyage, are five shoreside events for full-cruise passengers in addition to six Exclusively Seabourn experiences to which all guests are invited. Commemorative gifts, gala balls and a full program of added enrichment programs and celebrity entertainment are also planned.
Three shorter "World Voyages" are also available -- a 69-day voyage from Fort Lauderdale to Hong Kong, a 53-day segment from Los Angeles to Hong Kong, and a 39-day cruise from Hong Kong to Piraeus. The Seabourn Odyssey will carry a maximum of 450 guests. Ninety percent of the 225 ocean-view suites have private verandas, and all feature full granite baths with separate tub and shower, Molton Brown products, a complimentary in-suite bar stocked to the guests' requests, and a flat-screen entertainment system with movies, television and music. Seabourn Square will be a concierge lounge. The Spa at Seabourn will feature a two-deck-high waterfall entry, gym with a Kinesis Wall, indoor/outdoor treatment rooms, a thalassotherapy pool and salon facilities. The ship will boast two outdoor swimming pools and six outdoor whirlpool spas.
What are Celebrity Cruises?
Have you heard of Celebrity cruises?Are they just for celebrities? This article gives you information about Celebrity Cruise vacations.
A Look At The Cruise Line - Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises are special cruise lines with a semi-formal atmosphere. These types of cruise lines are specially designed for celebrities and equipped with excellent food, service, and attention to [...]
A Look At The Cruise Line - Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises are special cruise lines with a semi-formal atmosphere. These types of cruise lines are specially designed for celebrities and equipped with excellent food, service, and attention to [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/cruise-ship-lines/celebrity-cruises/what-are-celebrity-cruises
Jan 28, Applications Now Available for U.S. Passport Card
U.S. citizens may begin applying in advance for the new U.S. Passport Card beginning Feb. 1, in anticipation of land border travel document requirements.
The State Department said the cards should be available and mailed to applicants in spring 2008. The passport card will facilitate entry and expedite document processing at U.S. land and sea ports-of-entry when arriving from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda. The card may not be used to travel by air. It will otherwise carry the rights and privileges of the U.S. passport book and will be adjudicated to the exact same standards.
The passport card is being issued in response to the needs of border resident communities for a less expensive and more portable alternative to the traditional passport book. The card will have the same validity period as a passport book: 10 years for an adult, five for children 15 and younger. For adults who already have a passport book, they may apply for the card as a passport renewal and pay only $20. First-time applicants pay $45 for adult cards and $35 for children.
Source: Modern Agent
The State Department said the cards should be available and mailed to applicants in spring 2008. The passport card will facilitate entry and expedite document processing at U.S. land and sea ports-of-entry when arriving from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda. The card may not be used to travel by air. It will otherwise carry the rights and privileges of the U.S. passport book and will be adjudicated to the exact same standards.
The passport card is being issued in response to the needs of border resident communities for a less expensive and more portable alternative to the traditional passport book. The card will have the same validity period as a passport book: 10 years for an adult, five for children 15 and younger. For adults who already have a passport book, they may apply for the card as a passport renewal and pay only $20. First-time applicants pay $45 for adult cards and $35 for children.
Source: Modern Agent
Thursday, August 7, 2008
The Best Way to Book your Dream Cruise Vacation
What is the best way to book your cruise ship vacation? Do you book on line or go to a cruise travel agent? This article gives you some important information as to the best way to book your cruise vacation.
Why It’s Best to Book Caribbean Cruises - or Any Dream Cruise - Online
Whether you’ve been [...]
Why It’s Best to Book Caribbean Cruises - or Any Dream Cruise - Online
Whether you’ve been [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/cruise-ship-lines/cruise-line-vacations/book-cruise-vacation
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Jan 9, Crystal Cruises to Ban Smoking on Balconies
Crystal Cruises, starting in May, will prohibit smoking on verandas of all staterooms and suites aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity. In keeping with lifestyle trends, most areas of Crystal ships have been non-smoking for several years, including restaurants and the main entertainment lounges. Non-smoking areas dominate most bars and lounges, although there are some tables that permit smoking. Cigarette smoking is permitted in private accommodations, although pipe-smoking and cigars are only permitted in the Connoisseur Club and most open decks.
"The majority of our guests are non-smoking, and travelers are used to more non-smoking environments today," said Gregg Michel, Crystal president. "We respect that smoking is a personal lifestyle decision but there is growing discomfort from non-smokers about veranda smoke negatively impacting the enjoyment of their personal outdoor living space." As with the current policy, guests who do not observe the non-smoking policy will first be asked to comply. Failure to do so can result in a guest being asked to leave the ship at his/her own expense. The new smoking policy takes effect with the May 7 London-to-Rome cruise on Crystal Serenity and the May 25 Athens-to-London cruise on Crystal Symphony.
Source: Modern Agent
"The majority of our guests are non-smoking, and travelers are used to more non-smoking environments today," said Gregg Michel, Crystal president. "We respect that smoking is a personal lifestyle decision but there is growing discomfort from non-smokers about veranda smoke negatively impacting the enjoyment of their personal outdoor living space." As with the current policy, guests who do not observe the non-smoking policy will first be asked to comply. Failure to do so can result in a guest being asked to leave the ship at his/her own expense. The new smoking policy takes effect with the May 7 London-to-Rome cruise on Crystal Serenity and the May 25 Athens-to-London cruise on Crystal Symphony.
Source: Modern Agent
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
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Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruise Tour Opportunities
Looking for the perfect luxury trip for your vacation? Why not consider taking the Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise tour? Perhaps you didn’t know that this famous and fabulous cruise line ventured outside the tropics, but they offer many wonderful other locales as cruise destinations, and Alaska is a terrific one.
A Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise tour [...]
A Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise tour [...]
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Dec 21, Your cruise vacation - where reality and fantasy trade places!
Everything you need to know about planning a cruise vacation!
Experience Mexico's Sea of Cortes from the comfort of home
Attend a FREE virtual cruise night on Monday, Sep. 10 and experience Cruise West's up-close,
and personal Sea of Cortes.
and personal Sea of Cortes.
Source: http://tinyurl.com/26zusq
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Dreaming Of A Yacht Charter? Try The French Riviera
France is a very diverse country. A combination of stormy summers, lesser rain, and colder winters exists inland. Meanwhile, people who are living in the southeast region will experience a French climate great for some sailing in Mediterranean.
Great facilities are at Antibes, in the St Tropez-Cogolin area and in Toulon. Also, there are plenty of [...]
Great facilities are at Antibes, in the St Tropez-Cogolin area and in Toulon. Also, there are plenty of [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/sailing-vacations/yacht-charter-french-riviera
Friday, August 1, 2008
Nov 30, The Mexican Riviera Is A Traveler's Paradise
Guide to cruising the beautiful Mexican Riviera
Source: http://www.cruisevacationsguide.com/mexican_riviera.html
Experience Alaska from the comfort of home
Attend a FREE virtual cruise night on Saturday, Sep. 8 and experience Cruise West's up-close,
and personal Alaska.
and personal Alaska.
Source: http://tinyurl.com/25vstf
Australia - Great For A Sailing Charter
From the nice coasts close to Melbourne and Tasmania to the picturesque harbors around Sydney, the tropical Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef of Queensland - Australia has everything a sailor could wish for.
If not for the work of Matthew Flinders entitled A Voyage to Terra Australis, the country now commonly called as the Land [...]
If not for the work of Matthew Flinders entitled A Voyage to Terra Australis, the country now commonly called as the Land [...]
Source: http://www.cruisevacations4U.com/sailing-vacations/australia-sailing-charter
Nov 30, Alaska Cruises - a guide to cruises in Alaska
Your complete guide to stunning Alaska Cruises, how, when and where!
Source: http://www.cruisevacationsguide.com/alaska-cruises.html
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