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Norwegian Getaway GRAMMY Experience
by Janice Wald Henderson
Norwegian Getaway is partnering with the GRAMMY Awards to create is own unique onboard experience.
4-4-13

Royal Princess - Shipyard Preview
by Paul Motter
Last week I joined a select group of cruise journalists to see the new Royal Princess in the Fincantieri Shipyard near Venice Italy. The ship has been under construction for two years and will set sail in June, 2013.
4-2-13

Five Nights in White Satin
by Judy Cuervo
A cruise featuring the Moody Blues, Zombies, Asia, Ambrosia, Little River Band, Stephen Bishop, Joe Williams (Toto) and Greg Lake   4-1-13

Norwegian Breakaway Completes Sea Trials
by Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian announces that the line's newest ship, Norwegian Breakaway, successfully completed her sea trials
3-29-13

Oasis Going to Europe 2014
by Royal Caribbean
The cruisers of Europe had bettter book early if they want a taste of the world's largest cruise ship.
3-28-13

Cruiser's Culinary Cheat Sheet
by Janice Wald Henderson
Have you ever been stumped by a word on a cruise ship menu? Here is your cruiser's culinary cheat sheet.   Go>
3-25-13

Extensive Refurbishment for Carnival
by Paul Motter
Carnival Triumph and Carnival Sunshine will Both Receive Major Mechanical Upgrades
3-21-13

Viking River Sets Inaugural Record
by Paul Motter
What is the greatest number of cruise vessels ever christened in a single day? 10?
3-21-13

Top Seven Cruise Tips
by Paul Motter
An invaluable list of suggestions on how to make your cruise the best it can possibly be
3-19-13

Cruise Ship Bill of Rights?
by Paul Motter
Sen. Chas. Schumer asks for cruise "Bill of Rights." The facts, your rights and advice if your ship cruise goes bad.
3-18-13

Grand Princess Arrives in San Francisco
by Princess Cruises
Grand Princess, the first ship to be based in San Francisco year round, arrived at Pier 35 on March 16
3-17-13

Andie McDowell Uniworld Godmother
by Uniworld
Uniworld's Queen Isabel to be Christened in Porto, Portugal, by Andie MacDowell the same time & place as Sharon Stone names AmaVida
3-14-13

Norwegian Breakaway Conveyance
by Paul Motter
The trip down the Ems Rivers from the Meyer Werft shipyard is a rite of passage for every Papenburg ship
3-14-13

20 New Royal Princess Highlights
by Paul Motter
Princess reveals 20 new details of the forthcoming Royal Princess you probably didn't know.
3-12-13

AmaWaterways: Sharon Stone As Godmother
by AmaWaterways
Technically-advanced, Eco-Friendly AmaVida River Cruise Ship will be Christened in Porto, Portugal on March 22, 2013
3-12-13

Asia - The New Cruise Capitol?
by Paul Motter
With a densely populated coast and plenty of exotic destinations Asia could be the next booming cruise market
3-12-13

I'll Take Manhattan
by Janice Wald Henderson
New York has become a year-round port - especially with Norwegian Breakaway soon to debut as "New York's Ship."
3-11-13

Alcohol Policies by Cruise Line
by Paul Motter
One of the most frequently asked questions we get is "can I bring my own liquor aboard?" Well, here is your answer: It depends on your cruise line.
3-7-13

Celebrity: Sobe Food Festival
by Ruth Molina
Celebrity shows off itS culinary prowess and variety at the 2013 South Florida Food Festival in Miami Beach
3-5-13

Tokyo - A Shore Thing
by Janice Wald Henderson
Essential tips on a pre-cruise visit to Tokyo for those about to embark on a cruise of Asia
3-4-13

Celebrity World Tour
by Celebrity Cruises
In 2014-15 Celebrity ships will offer cruises to all seven continents in the world.
3-1-13

Carrie Fisher Has a Rough Cruise
by Paul Motter
Carrie's canine companion pooping on stage upon Eurodam is enough to send the actress to the hospital
2-28-13

Norwegian Breakaway Appears
by Paul Motter
The largest ship ever built in Germany is now afloat and ready for her final interior finishing touches before sea-trials.
2-26-13

Kristin Chenoweth to Christen Quantum
by Paul Motter
Kristen Chenoweth named godmother to Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas during Oscars presentation
2-25-13

Crystal Cruises Culinary Coups
by Janice Wald Henderson
In today's luxury cruise market a ship must whip up culinary razzle-dazzle to keep fans.
2-25-13

Queen Elizabeth coming to Long Beach
by Paul Motter
Get onboard the Queen Mary, at no cost, for free fireworks and a salute from the Queen Elizabeth.
2-22-13

Nobu to Sail on Crystal
By Janice Wald Henderson
Nobody does it better than master chef Nobu - to sail on special Crystal cruises
2-21-13

Oceania - a Wave of New Cuisine
By Janice Wald Henderson
Grand Dining Room menu will introduce 85 New Dishes
2-21-13

Kuki's Blog Update!
ABC's "Troubled Waters" = Troubled Reporting
As news of the fire on board the Carnival Triumph began to emerge, the media sharks began to circle the "details" of the incident.
2-20-13

Seabourn Sells Three Ships
by Paul Motter
Seabourn will build a fourth larger ship and sell its three smaller, original ships to Windstar Cruises
2-19-13

Carnival Triumph - What Really Happened?
by Paul Motter
An in-depth interview with an experienced cruiser who lived through the Triumph disaster
2-16-13

Holland America Pacific Coast Cruise
by Port of San Diego
A one-time cruise from San Diego to Vancouver presents a rare opportunity to see America's west coast
2-15-13

Celebrity World Tour
by Celebrity Cruises
In 2014-15 Celebrity ships will offer cruises to all seven continents in the world.
3-1-13

Carrie Fisher Has a Rough Cruise
by Paul Motter
Carrie's canine companion pooping on stage upon Eurodam is enough to send the actress to the hospital
2-28-13

Norwegian Breakaway Appears
by Paul Motter
The largest ship ever built in Germany is now afloat and ready for her final interior finishing touches before sea-trials.
2-26-13

Kristin Chenoweth to Christen Quantum
by Paul Motter
Kristen Chenoweth named godmother to Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas during Oscars presentation
2-25-13

Crystal Cruises Culinary Coups
by Janice Wald Henderson
In today's luxury cruise market a ship must whip up culinary razzle-dazzle to keep fans.
2-25-13

Queen Elizabeth coming to Long Beach
by Paul Motter
Get onboard the Queen Mary, at no cost, for free fireworks and a salute from the Queen Elizabeth.
2-22-13

Nobu to Sail on Crystal
By Janice Wald Henderson
Nobody does it better than master chef Nobu - to sail on special Crystal cruises
2-21-13

Oceania - a Wave of New Cuisine
By Janice Wald Henderson
Grand Dining Room menu will introduce 85 New Dishes
2-21-13

Kuki's Blog Update!
ABC's "Troubled Waters" = Troubled Reporting
As news of the fire on board the Carnival Triumph began to emerge, the media sharks began to circle the "details" of the incident.
2-20-13

Seabourn Sells Three Ships
by Paul Motter
Seabourn will build a fourth larger ship and sell its three smaller, original ships to Windstar Cruises
2-19-13

Carnival Triumph - What Really Happened?
by Paul Motter
An in-depth interview with an experienced cruiser who lived through the Triumph disaster
2-16-13

Holland America Pacific Coast Cruise
by Port of San Diego
A one-time cruise from San Diego to Vancouver presents a rare opportunity to see America's west coast
2-15-13

Triumph Has Landed
by Paul Motter
The long ordeal for passengers on the crippled Carnival Triumph is finally over
2-14-13

Kuki's Blog Update!
How Cruising Has Changed For Me
At age 63, and some 60 plus cruises behind me, I will reflect on the incredible amount of changes in the way I cruise.
2-13-13

Carnival Triumph News Interpretted
by Paul Motter
I've read the news reports - what I expect we will really find when the ship arrives.
2-12-13

David Beers Blog Update!
Back to Back Cruises
The cruise lines make it surprisingly pleasant and convenient for people sailing on consecutive cruises.
2-8-13

Latest Cruise Gossip (2.7.13)
by Paul Motter
John Travolta has a dispute with a cruise ship employee, but manages to settle the case without baring any details
2-7-13

Royal Caribbean Names Project Sunshine Ships
by Paul Motter
The new ships coming in 2014 and 2015 will be named Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas
2-5-13

Take Your Sweetie to Tahiti
by Paul Motter
A special cruise line incentive for a romantic cruise to give as a gift for Valentine's Day
2-4-13

Windstar Returning to Tahiti
by Paul Motter
The beautiful sailships of Windstar return to the place that made them famous, French Polynesia
1-29-13

Norwegian Breakaway Preview
by Paul Motter
With Norwegian Breakaway on the 100-day countdown we concentrate all of the news of this exciting new ship in one place.
01-29-13

Carnival Advert Goes Viral in U.K.
by Paul Motter
Bottoms Up! A new television advert showing in Britain has become popular with the stiff upper lip crowd.
1-28-13

Best Cruise Cabin Location
by Pete Peterson
What difference does the location of your stateroom make - on a moving ship more than you realize
1-28-13

First-time Cruise Advice for 2013
by Paul Motter
Cruising has changed! Updated First-time Cruiser advice for the modern world of cruises.
1-25-13

Royal Caribbean - Free Drinks to Europe
by Paul Motter
The cruise line is offering complimentary premium beverage packages with transatlantic cruises in April, 2013
1-24-13

Don't Lose Your Cruise
by Paul Motter
Seven different reasons cruise lines might refuse your boarding with no compensation - and how to avoid it
1-22-13

Royal Princess: Special Preview Sailings
by Paul Motter
Two special preview sailings of two-nights from Southampton, U.K. will go on sale January 29
1-21-13

Class Act Cooks on Silversea
By Janice Wald Henderson
Learn to Cook in free classes from Relais and Châteaux on Swank Cruise Line
1-18-13

Hollywood Hits the High Seas
by Janice Wald Henderson
Going glam on Crystal Cruises with special Hollywood theme cruises
1-17-13

New Celebrity Dining Packages
by Paul Motter
The modern luxury line's specialty dining packages offer convenience and savings of up to 31% over individual bookings.
1-16-13

Oceania Cruises Celebrates 10 Years
by Paul Motter
The scrappy and independent upstart, Oceania Cruises, is actually growing up!
1-8-13

Royal Princess Roundup
by Paul Motter
All of the news and details on the new Royal Princess conveniently compiled in one place for our readers.
12-24-12

 

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