May 2014 archive

First look: Princess Cruises’ new Regal Princess

  First look: Princess Cruises’ new Regal Princess.

MSC CRUISES AND FINCANTIERI ANNOUNCE TWO NEW BUILDS PLUS ONE OPTION FOR €2.1 BILLION

Futuristic cruise ships with ground-breaking design Fort Lauderdale, FL (May 22, 2014) – Today MSC Cruises signed a contract with Fincantieri for the construction of two new cruise ships with an option for one more. The two ships will join MSC Cruises’ fleet, currently counting 12 ships. The signature took place at the Palazzo Chigi in …

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Quantum of the Seas Construction Update

Disney Cruise Line Returning to Hawaii, West Coast and Galveston in 2015 | Disney Cruise Line News

CELEBRATION, Fla. (May 19, 2014) – In the fall of 2015, Disney Cruise Line is returning to popular destinations and home ports for limited-time engagements. Two Hawaii cruises, a return to the West Coast with departures from San Diego and a Galveston, Texas homecoming make up a season of special sailings. Bookings open to the …

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Regal Princess Sets Sail on Inaugural Voyage : Princess Cruises

New Ship Welcomes Guests on Maiden Mediterranean Cruise “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome another addition to the Princess family with Regal Princess,” said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises president. “This new ship now expands our fleet to 18 vessels that visit worldwide destinations, and guests traveling aboard Regal Princess will truly have a special experience while …

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ROYAL CARIBBEAN AND CELEBRITY CRUISES SIMPLIFY PLANNING WITH NEW DIGITAL PLATFORM

Redesigned Cruise Planner Empowers Guests to Design a Customized Cruise Vacation Before Even Stepping Foot Onboard   MIAMI, May 19, 2014 – Recognizing that vacation time is precious and every moment counts, Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises have developed an all-new planning tool that allows guests to seamlessly and intuitively plan all aspects of their cruise …

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Norwegian Cruise Line to Further Enrich Guest Experience Through Fleet Enhancement Program: Norwegian Next

Line will invest more than $250 million through 2015 Miami   –    May 20, 2014   —    Norwegian Cruise Line announced that it is investing more than $250 million in “Norwegian NEXT,” a program focused on bringing “new enhancements, experiences and transformations” across the fleet, with the goal of elevating the guest experience and building …

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Royal Caribbean Lays Keel for Oasis III

Port of Metro Vancouver: Weighing anchor with 29 cruises for 2014 season

Last week, the 2014 Alaska Cruise Season officially kicked off in Vancouver with the arrival of Carnival Cruise Lines Carnival Miracle, which docked at the Canada Place Cruise Terminal. This year, Port Metro Vancouver — which encompasses Canada Place and nearby Ballantyne Pier — is expected to welcome roughly 812,000 passengers aboard 29 cruise ships …

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First Look at New Disney Cruise Line Merchandise for Summer 2014 Itineraries « Disney Parks Blog

Jonathan Frontado recently shared an update about the special Disney Cruise Line itineraries for summer 2014. His article had me daydreaming of taking an Alaskan cruise (as a travel photographer by hobby, I’m sure my camera would love it). Since I’m no closer to such a cruise, I stopped by the Disney Cruise Line merchandise …

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