April 27, 2010 archive

Can you get a refund on your cruise if there’s a natural disaster? | Travel | Chron.com – Houston Chronicle

Q: We were booked to sail on the Star Princess from Valparaiso, Chile, on March 2. On Feb. 27, an 8.8 earthquake struck Chile. Because of flight cancellations, the condition of the Santiago airport and the numerous aftershocks, many passengers didn't reach the ship, including us. We did not buy insurance. Princess has said it …

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Travel Scene: Private islands rank high on cruises

What ranks at the top — or near the top — of the many shore trips that are offered to Caribbean cruisers? The cruise lines private islands, thats what. And the cruise lines which have private islands are pouring considerable resources into maintaining and upgrading these so-called porting paradises. via Postbulletin.com: Rochester, MN.