Cruise Guide: Crystal expands partnership with Nobu
By Mike Coleman Famed global restaurateur Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa, having enjoyed culinary success on both land and at sea, has expanded his partnership with Crystal Cruises. Renowned internationally for the innovative blend of classically styled Japanese foods with distinct Peruvian and European influences, Nobu-trained...
Cruise Guide: Cunard unveils onboard museum
By Mike Coleman Cunard Line’s unparalleled maritime history has come to life in the most obvious of locations: At sea, aboard its latest vessel. When Queen Victoria was launched Dec. 11, it was the first Cunard vessel to carry an exhibit of company memorabilia, artifacts and vintage souvenirs including Queen Mary’s log book...
Cruise Guide: Hot glass show to debut aboard Celebrity Solstice
By Mike Coleman The wow factor aboard cruise ships just got a little more crowded. Just when we think weve seen it all aboard todays modern vessels bowling alleys, surf parks, rock climbing walls and skating rinks along comes yet another unique enrichment option: Celebrity Cruises will collaborate with the renowned Corning Museum of...
Cruise Guide: Arison book a special tribute to art, life
By Mike Coleman The late Ted Arison may have been the pioneering founder of Carnival Cruise Lines but it’s his wife, Lin, mourning the loss of her beloved husband who is now carving the family surname on a remarkable new venture. Shortly after Ted’s passing in 1999, when sorrow-filled days seemed to only worsen, Arison...
Cruise Guide: Festive holiday voyages in vogue
By Mike Coleman A dazzling variety of festive holiday voyages are only a few weeks away for cruise ship travelers. Discovering the great Christmas markets of Europe, waltzing to Strauss in Vienna or enjoying a champagne toast on an elegant beach in St. Barts, awaits the few lucky souls who will celebrate Christmas, Chanukah or …...
Cruise Guide: No-frills easyCruise gaining in popularity
By Mike Coleman It was only a matter of time before a no-frills cruise line arrived on the global scene, but the staying power of upstart easyCruise has surprised even the most ardent skeptics. Launched in 2005, easyCruise itineraries were designed to open the world’s chic, off-the-beaten-path destinations to the budget-conscious...
Cruise Guide: Queen Victoria waiting in the wings
By Mike Coleman The Legendary Cunard Line is just a few months away from ushering in a new maritime era. The much-anticipated launch of Queen Victoria will become reality in December. The 90,000-ton vessel will not only be a classic ocean liner, offering the very best of Cunard’s heritage and traditions (replete with modern-day...
Cruise Guide: Cruise lines brace for hurricanes
By Mike Coleman My e-mail inbox is usually filled each week with questions from readers who are either planning a first voyage or are so enthralled by the cruise vacation experience that they seek advice about an upcoming sailing. I’m constantly asked to name the best of the best: Who operates the best cruise line? …...
Cruise Guide: NCL to feature series of Bermuda cruises
By Mike Coleman Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unveiled a series of Bermuda-bound itineraries from five East Coast cities in 2008. It’s the largest such deployment in company history. Look for Norwegian Dawn to sail from New York and Norwegian Dream to depart from Boston. Norwegian Majesty, meanwhile, will sail to the island...
Cruise Guide: Cruise lines eye Asian, Caribbean markets
By Mike Coleman Three of cruising’s biggest players are gearing up for what promises to be interesting times ahead for passengers. Royal Caribbean will soon be anchoring in Asia, Carnival will position itself in the Caribbean like never before and guests sailing with Holland America will enjoy flexible dining times on future...