Survey Said: Cruise industry enjoyed stellar 2010
By Michael Coleman The cruise industry contributes significantly to the U.S. economy and Americans are not only increasingly aware of cruise vacations but strongly interested in either a repeat cruise or trying one for the first time, according to a recent survey. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), a non-profit umbrella...
Summit pegged for stylish makeover
By Michael Coleman Celebrity Cruises’ 2,034-passenger Summit will begin 2012 with a bold new look having incorporated some of the most popular attributes found on the line’s newer ships. Since 2008 the Celebrity fleet has expanded to 10 vessels with the addition of the much-heralded Solstice, Eclipse and Equinox. Now, fleet-mates...
Stars to shine aboard Regent Voyager
By Michael Coleman Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced its line-up of star-studded luminaries to be featured on the line’s 2011 world cruise aboard the 700-guest Seven Seas Voyager — an award-winning, all-suite, all-balcony, ultra-luxury vessel. The 162-night odyssey departs Fort Lauderdale this month and will complete its global...
Ship Review: World’s largest cruise ship, Allure of the Seas makes her debut
Royal Caribbean’s newest ship has launched. The Allure of the Seas is being dubbed an “Entertainment Ship”. There are so many things to do onboard, it’s hard to know where to start. Click Here to read the full review....
Review: Celebrity Eclipse makes her North American debut
The Celebrity Eclipse had a bumpy start when its inaugural was interrupted by the ashes from a volcano last April. She even rescued some stranded British travelers during the time she was supposed to be making her grand debut. The ship has been sailing in Europe since then, but its now arrived on Florida’s shore. …...
Princess blog features ultimate travel wish list
By Michael Coleman The world’s top destinations will be unveiled weekly in an inspiring new blog launched by the travel savvy employees of Princess Cruises. The line launched “50 Essential Experiences: The Travel Bucket List” (50essentialexperiences.com) this week. A series of posts, each authored by one of Princess’...
Alluring restaurants to debut at sea
By Michael Coleman Royal Caribbean’s latest ship — Allure of the Seas — will debut in December complete with 24 onboard dining venues to cater to any craving. A sister ship to Oasis of the Seas, both vessels tip the scales as the largest and perhaps most innovative cruise ships afloat. And while each ship …...
Ship Review: NCL’s newest ship offers fun in Epic proportions
Many people pick a vacation city based on how much it has to offer. Big names like Nickelodeon and Blue Man Group that could have only been seen in places like Las Vegas and Orlando are now cruising the high seas. With all the innovations on the brand new Norwegian (NCL) Epic, it’s like you’re …...
Carnival Legend lives up to her Fun Ship name
The museum quality artwork on the Carnival Legend depicts legendary stories through the years, hence the ship’s name. The ship’s activities and ports will definitely keep you as busy as you want to be....
Ship Review: Silver Spirit offers sophisticated charm, elegance
It’s been almost nine years since ultra-luxury cruise operator Silversea unveiled a new ship but guests will soon agree that the wait has been worth it. The 12-deck, 540-passenger, all-suite ship is Silversea’s first newly-constructed vessel since 2001. Click Here to read the full review....