December 30, 2013 archive

Steiner, Celebrity won’t renew spa contract in 2014 – Travel Weekly

Spa operator Steiner Leisure said this week that its agreement to operate the spas onboard Celebrity Cruises ships would not be renewed. In a statement, the company said it had been advised by Celebrity that the line would not renew the agreement, which expires Dec. 31. “The company is negotiating a transition plan as to …

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Cruise Ship Drink Packages: Are They Worth It? | Fodor’s

Whether you’re new to cruising or readying to book a repeat voyage, you’re probably contemplating whether or not to tack on an onboard beverage package. Most cruise lines—at least those that aren’t all-inclusive—offer prepaid add-on drink packages. There are all-alcohol or wine-only packages, soda options, and even alternatives for unlimited specialty coffees. The benefits of …

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Port Everglades saw passenger numbers decrease in 2013 – Business – MiamiHerald.com

Cruise passenger numbers dropped at Port Everglades in fiscal 2013, but the Fort Lauderdale port expects more business in the upcoming year. The port processed just over 3.5 million multi-day passengers in the year that ended Sept. 30, down from nearly 3.7 million the year before. The number of cruise ship calls dropped from 838 …

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MSC Divina makes changes for the American market | Dallas Morning News

MIAMI — The MSC Divina is a brassy, voluptuous ship. It has thousands of Swarovski crystals embedded in glass stairways, an infinity pool, Italian-style fountains and sculptures, tiny jewel-like lights in the ceilings and even a sexy red suite designed by Sophia Loren. Divina’s heritage is mixed, but the effect is all Italian. And who …

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