New ships to be named Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy
At today’s 2009 Annual Meeting of Shareholders of The Walt Disney Company, Disney announced the names of the company’s two new cruise ships. “Last week, steel cutting began on our next two Disney cruise ships. Today I’m pleased to announce their names,” said Robert A. Iger, Disney president and CEO. “The Disney Dream will...
Oceania Cruises’ Marina under construction
A ceremony marking the keel laying for Oceania Cruises’ Marina was held over the weekend at the Sestri Ponente shipyard of Fincantieri near Genoa, Italy....
Holland America and Port of San Diego team to help homeless
Holland America Line and the Port of San Diego are debuting Ship to Shelter, an innovative community charitable program designed to donate valuable and reusable goods from the line’s cruise ships to local people in need. Holland America Line first launched Ship to Shelter in April 2008 in partnership with the Port of Seattle in...
Cruise Guide: Azamara unveils 2010 European itineraries
By Michael Coleman Azamara Cruises, the deluxe smaller-ship, exotic-destination cruise line, will send its fleet to Europe for the third consecutive summer when the 694-guest Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest sail in the region in 2010....
Kids can sail half price on Disney
Disney Cruise Line is offering a “Kids Sail for 50% Off” offer. This special offer is available on all Disney Cruise Line itineraries, including three-, four- and seven-night sailings to The Bahamas and the Caribbean....
Win prizes in Royal Caribbean’s new online game
Royal Caribbean International is offering vacationers the opportunity to discover the cruise line’s experience without leaving shore. Royal Caribbean’s “Clues to the Cruise” promotion is challenging adventurers of all ages to explore the new Nation of Why Not and the many ‘why not’ moments guests can enjoy on a Royal...
Costa offering an exclusive wine
Costa Cruise Line has teamed up with another venerable Italian brand, Aneri Wines, to bring one of its most exclusive wines to sea. A select number of 133 bottles of a 2003 Amarone 2003, which was a top year of production for this red, full-bodied wine, are available on each Costa ship. Each 750 ml …...
Book Costa and stay free at Planet Hollywood
Throughout March, guests who book a European cruise with Costa will automatically receive a two-night complimentary stay at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, based on availability from Sunday through Thursday. The offer is valid on all FIT sailings booked in March 2009 on seven- to 14-night Europe sailings that depart in...