For bookings made by 31st March 2012 Oceania Cruises is offering savings of up to 2279 euros per person and a $500 per stateroom onboard credit, to use as guests wish in the restaurants, bars, spa and shops on board, making their cruise experience as inclusive and inexpensive as they choose.
With regard to the story uncovered and reported by the Italian TV program “Striscia la Notizia”, regarding an Italian woman who allegedly suffered a miscarriage caused when the Costa Concordia ran aground, the Company has announced that it intends to file a complaint with the legal authorities and that it will take similar action in response to any similar scams or attempts at profiteering in the wake of the Concordia tragedy.
The Concordia Emergency Commissioner’s Office and Costa Crociere have announced that the pumping of fuel from the cruise ship Costa Concordia has been continuing around the clock since 5 pm on February 12, in accordance with the plan devised by the Neri/Smit Salvage team.
As Crystal Cruises prepares to segue to “All-Inclusive” starting next month, the ultra-luxe line has also been transforming in another big way: to a focus on significantly more local shipboard overnights at the beginning of cruises.
New navigation tools make searching simple, enhanced images with emotional approach throughout the site, and special section for travel agents.
Stand up paddle surfing (SUP) or stand up paddle boarding is an emerging global sport, particularly popular in warm coastal climates and resorts.
Ship Will Debut with Season of Mediterranean Cruises; Features in the Signature Atrium Also Revealed.
Oceania Cruises, who operate four mid-sized luxury cruise ships, is offering savings of up to 59% off two ex-UK departures in summer 2012 and up to $1000 per stateroom credit to spend on excursions, drinks, spa treatments or in the on-board shops.
Carnival Cruise Lines will launch its widest array of European itineraries ever with Carnival Legend offering an exciting choice of options, including the line’s first Norwegian fjords itinerary and its first extended program from the UK, as well as cruises to the Baltic, Mediterranean and British Isles, beginning in spring 2013.
Husband/Wife Team Embark on Round-the-World Adventure with Princess Cruises to Build Awareness for Geography and Global Travel by Educating Youth Around the World.
For its upcoming European season, ultra-luxe Crystal Cruises is offering new, interactive ways to explore the rich Christian history of the continent via new Christian Heritage Tours.
Carnival Cruise Lines announced several exciting itineraries for the 2013 season designed to offer more fun and memorable cruise options on both coasts.
Unique itineraries, overnights and longer port stays. Unprecedented value.
Cunard Line will celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with a unique Three Queens event on 5 June 2012, the final day of the extended bank holiday Jubilee celebration.
Cunard Line is launching a spectacular new four-day promotion, from Friday 10 - Monday 13 February 2012, which promises a breath of fresh air and great savings to new bookers: a stateroom with a balcony for the price of an inside room.
For a special Valentines treat this weekend, P&O Cruises is offering free balcony cabin upgrades for new bookings made on a selection of cruises departing between April and September 2012.
For the first time Oceania Cruises has introduced an exciting series of 23 to 71 night Grand Voyages to offer guests the opportunity to explore the world, returning each day to the comfort and luxury of Oceania Cruises’ comfortable, mid-sized luxury cruise ships.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises is proud to announce that Seven Seas Voyager is the star of Travel Channel’s new review on their ‘Cruise Today’ programme for the month of February.
Ship Now Offers Signature Princess Cruises Features, Including Piazza Atrium, Movies Under the Stars, Alfredo’s Pizzeria.
For those for whom Super Bowl fever lingers well after the Big Game, ultra-luxe Crystal Cruises is offering a showdown of gridiron greats during a spring “NFL Legends”-themed voyage.
The sophisticated readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine have chosen Crystal Cruises’ fleet as 2012’s top mid-sized cruise ships.
Costa Crociere has worked from the hours immediately after the Costa Concordia accident to ensure the least possible environmental impact and to safeguard the island of Giglio’s business activities and tourism.
“50 Essential Experiences—The Travel Bucket List” Now Available as a Special Collectors’ Book.
Several acclaimed news correspondents are among an impressive array of guest speakers participating in Silversea’s Silver Perspectives enrichment programme this year.
Oceania Cruises has teamed with Royal Theatrical Productions to feature “Now and Forever — The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber” on board its new 1,250-guest Riviera, which debuts in May 2012.
Grand Prize Includes Free Crystal Cruise for Two.
The voyage sails from Iquitos,Peru roundtrip, March 16 – 23, 2013.
Princess Cruises is looking for 1,000 passenger-submitted cruise vacation photos to permanently showcase aboard its new Royal Princess when the ship debuts in spring 2013.
Each month, the ultra-luxury line is introducing new destinations, shore-side adventures and an array of new product enhancements that add even more choices in wining, dining, evening and daytime entertainment, enrichment and fitness.
In June 2012, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises will be offering their first itinerary through the Sea of Okhotsk in Russia’s Far East, on the only 5-star expedition vessel in the world, the MS HANSEATIC.
Costa Crociere announced a compensation proposal for guests that have returned home after the tragic Costa Concordia accident on January 13.
A five minute form… a 48-hour processing period… and voila: a travel agency can have its own Regent Seven Seas Cruises co-branded website.
Windstar Cruises offers two Greek Isles & Turkish Delights itineraries between Athens, Greece and Istanbul, Turkey this spring, summer and fall on the 148-guest Wind Star and Wind Spirit.
With almost a dozen dining choices on each ship, Crystal Cruises’ most popular daytime gathering spot, The Bistro, is expanding to evening hours.
Windstar Cruises ntroduces three new Baltic itineraries this summer on the 312-guest Wind Surf at exceptional values.
Oceania Cruises was notified by Fincantieri late last week of construction delays and as a result, will reschedule the maiden voyage of its m/s Riviera.
Prestige Cruise Holdings, parent company of Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Oceania Cruises, has announced that effective immediately all ships will hold guest muster drills on the day of departure.
SeaDream Yacht Club introduces the first of its kind at sea, a “Raw Food” menu option. A once-radical form of vegetarianism called the “raw foods” or “living foods” movement is creeping into mainstream.
Master Chef Nobu Matsuhisa is coming aboard Crystal Serenity this May to serve as in-person Executive Chef in Silk Road and the Sushi Bar, his specialty restaurants with ultra-luxe partner Crystal Cruises.
A Message from Princess Cruises President and CEO Alan Buckelew Regarding the Costa Concordia Tragedy.
Demonstrating the line’s claim to ‘luxury goes exploring’, Regent Seven Seas Cruises has revealed their new programme from November 2012 featuring new ports of call, new itineraries and unique and adventurous sailings as they launch the latest edition of their Cruise Atlas into European markets.
Windstar Cruises unveils renderings for Wind Star and Wind Spirit renovations, which can be viewed on Windstar’s blog: http://blog.windstarcruises.com.
Ultra-luxury cruise line rolls out new corporate and incentive group program packed with perks.
Cruises, known for its ultra-hands-on service, announces a first-of-its kind check-in process that eases embarkation procedures for all guests.
We at Costa Cruises are deeply saddened by this tragedy, and our hearts and prayers go out to everyone affected.
After a successful inaugural year of voluntourism around the world, Crystal Cruises is extending its trailblazing “You Care, We Care” program with new hands-on opportunities throughout 2012.
The highest ranked cruise ship in the world, according to the 2012 Berlitz Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ MS EUROPA is offering guests two world-class music festivals in 2012.
In accordance with Crystal Cruises’ tradition of bringing high-quality, authentic international experiences to its guests in unique ways, the luxe line announces the addition of “Chinese comfort food” to its Crystal Serenity cruise ship.
Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, offers a new Islands of Italy voyage featuring some of Europe’s most exclusive islands.
Princess Cruises Community Foundation Welcomed into Million Dollar Council for On Deck for the Cure® Walk Donations.
P&O Cruises has announced the publication of a special book commissioned to celebrate 175 years of maritime heritage.
Dramatic Makeover to Include Piazza Atrium, Movies Under the Stars, Alfredo’s Pizzeria
Today, Carnival Cruise Lines launched “The 5D Challenge: TRIVIAL PURSUIT Edition” – a Facebook promotion designed to highlight the new Thrill 5D Theater set to debut on the Carnival Breeze in June 2012.
Several of Crystal Cruises’ signature spaces aboard Crystal Symphony will be remodeled during a major $15 million dry dock scheduled for June 2012.
Offers More Cruises to Hawaii, Plus Favorite Routes to French Polynesia and Samoa.
SeaDream Yacht Club has just released its newly-designed, glossy, 64-page Brochure reflecting SeaDream’s yachting lifestyle and featuring the 2012/2013 voyage schedule, destination information, pricing and a comprehensive look at the chic, twin, 344 feet/104 meter vessels, SeaDream I &SeaDream II.
P&O Cruises will boost the local economy by £10 million* as around 6,000 people depart on four world cruises from Southampton in the first two weeks of January for the first time.
Oceania Cruises is introducing more than 1,000 new tours and excursion packages that allow guests to custom design their destination experience and enjoy significant savings.
Oceania Cruises will raise the bar once again on culinary excellence when it launches Riviera in April 2012.
Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, offers European Sail & Stay Packages which include two-for-one cruise fares on 2012 European voyages plus two free hotel nights on new reservations booked by February 24, 2012.
Passengers to Share a Year of Reasons to Get Away from the Everyday.
Crystal Cruises closed the year with its highest ever December booking week for its subsequent year of cruises – more than double the revenue of any prior year for the last week in December.
Highlights include 115-day World Cruise, over 30 new ports of call, and generous Onboard Spending Credits.
Raised rates for select luxury cruises.
Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, announces two-for-one fares starting from $1,399 per person, based on double occupancy, on select 2012 Caribbean voyages when booked by February 24, 2012.
Line Voted Best in Alaska for Fifth Straight Year at Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Awards.
Next Year’s Private, All-Inclusive Party Valued at More Than $1300/person.
Rating agency emphasises solid financial structure and market share. Hapag-Lloyd “best industry performer” in Q3. New G6 alliance further strengthens Hapag-Lloyd’s position in major trade.
Six carriers, nine services with fast transit times, improved port coverage. More than 90 ships, covering more than 40 ports in Asia, Europe and Mediterranean. Includes Bohai and Baltic loops.
As the famous Strictly glitter ball turned for the last time this series on Saturday, fans can join the stars of the show next summer on two P&O Cruises holidays.
Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, was selected by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine as one of 12 cruise lines on the publication’s prestigious annual Gold List.
P&O Cruises welcomed Oriana back into Southampton today after a month-long dry dock refurbishment which transformed the ship so it is exclusively for adults.
World’s Most Popular Cruise Line Continues to be Number One Choice for West Coast Cruise Departures Based on Passengers Carried.
Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, announces the completion of the first phase of Wind Surf’s refurbishment encompassing the yacht’s staterooms, suites, bridge suites and corridors.
Crystal Cruises’ Crystal Serenity rescued two rowers this morning who had capsized their small boat 480 miles west of the Canary Islands overnight.
Reflecting an increased demand in cruise holidays that start in and return to the UK P&O Cruises has added seven new cruise itineraries in 2012, all departing from and returning to Southampton.
Carnival Cruise Lines’ 2,052-passenger Carnival Paradise arrived this morning in Tampa following a 14-day Panama Canal cruise and will sail on its inaugural cruise from the port later this afternoon.
Guests sailing on the nearly sold-out Silver Spirit voyage of 24 May 2012 are in for a special treat. Silversea is offering an optional two-day “70th Grand Prix de Monaco” land package.
Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, is launching its collection of 2013 Caribbean and Costa Rica voyages with exceptional early booking savings of up to $900 per person on select sailings when booked by February 24, 2012.
Lowest “Book Now” Fares for Early Booking.
Oceania Cruises is introducing two new beverage packages on voyages beginning in 2012.
Crystal Cruises vacation memories featuring award-winning Master Photographers to shoot guest portraits on eleven 2012 sailings.
Savona to host the naming event of Costa’s Fascinosa on 6th of May 2012.
Ultra-Luxury Cruise Line offers All-Inclusive Mediterranean Sailings from just 2629 € per person.
Costa Fascinosa, the 16th ship in the Costa Cruises fleet, which is currently being fitted out in Italy at Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard, is set to debut May 2, 2012, on the first of two mini cruises taking the new flagship to Savona, Italy, for a naming event May 6.
In its international relaxed, yet sophisticated, style, Crystal is transforming its ships into whimsical holiday wonderlands, with more than $100,000 in new decorations.
P&O Cruises can trace its roots back to 1837 and 2012 will mark the 175th anniversary of when the Peninsular Steam Navigation Company was awarded the lucrative Admiralty contract to carry mail to the Iberian Peninsula and beyond.
Two Ships Will Sail on 11 Voyages Along Spectacular East Coast Shoreline.
With today marking Regis Philbin’s last day on television’s popular daytime talk show, Live with Regis and Kelly, rumors are rampant about what he’ll be doing next
Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, is at the top of Islands magazine list of “All-Time Best Cruises” for its Mediterranean voyages.
Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, has been recognized by Porthole Cruise Magazine as the “Most Romantic Cruise Line” for the seventh time in a row along with Windstar’s Wind Surf voted “Best Tall Ship” in the 13th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
For those who are stuck for inspiration for Christmas dishes or never really know what to do with the piles of leftover turkey, then the new short videos from Marco Pierre White and Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar will solve the dilemma.
SeaDream Yacht Club, operating the top ‘Boutique Ships’ in the world as rated by the 2012 Berlitz Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships, reveals details of a newly created 2012 itinerary featuring unique Turkish and Greek ports.
New interior design for the Lido Café
Redesign of the Penthouse Grand Suites • Fully comprehensive renovation of the bathrooms on Deck 9 • Installation of a new inroom communication system
On the heels of winning both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler magazines’ top Readers’ Choice awards yet again (16th and 18th years, respectively), ultra-luxe Crystal Cruises is adding more “World’s Best” to its roster by sailing to most of the magazines’ readers’ top-choice destinations worldwide.
GRAMMY ®award-winning band to perform for 4,000 fans to celebrate arrival of Carnival Magic, Galveston’s newest near-round ship.
Why spend Christmas Eve creeping along on the M25 in the rain when you could be relaxing on a beach in the Caribbean or enjoying a glass of Cava in Barcelona?
Line’s Signature Restaurant Offers Updated Collection of Authentic Italian Specialties
Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, unveils its expanded, 114-page 2012 Voyage Collection brochure which features 23 itineraries, new hotel and land packages, and details Windstar’s yachting experience.
Prominent political and world affairs pundits James Carville, Mary Matalin, former Ambassador Marc Ginsberg, and 4-star General Hugh Shelton will square off exclusively aboard Crystal Cruises in 2012, as part of the ultra-luxe line’s hit “Ocean Views” program.