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ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL BECOMES FIRST CRUISE LINE TO USE GOOGLE STREET VIEW TECHNOLOGY

Sample your vacation by exploring one of the world’s most impressive ships from dry land MIAMI, July 7, 2014 – Royal Caribbean International today announced it is changing the way how people plan their vacations by working with Google to be the first cruise line to launch Google Maps Business View using Google’s Street View technology …

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Cruise ship study lays out costly options for Tampa Bay | Tampa Bay Times

TAMPA — The cruise ships that sail up and down Tampa Bay generate more than $380 million in annual economic activity for the area and help support up to 2,000 jobs. But saving that industry from extinction could cost hundreds of millions — and maybe even a billion or two — in local, state and …

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Analysts: Cruise prices to grow modestly, led by Europe, Alaska – Travel Weekly

Cruise line pricing is poised to head mildly upward in the second half of 2014, as itineraries in Europe and Alaska that dominate the third quarter take center stage and the weaker Caribbean recedes in importance. That’s the rough consensus of several Wall Street analysts who track pricing across the industry. But when broken down …

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How to get a job on a cruise ship | Travel | Travel News and Holiday Deals | | Herald Sun

People considering a cruise ship job need a few essential qualities, Mr Kollar says. “Flexibility is key,” he says. “To work on a ship you need to understand the importance of protocol and procedures and you also need to have an aptitude for outside-the-box problem solving.” So how long do you actually spend at sea? …

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Quantum of the Seas Introduces the World’s Most Advanced Lineup of Shows, Productions and Events

MIAMI, June 11, 2014 – Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship, Quantum of the Seas, is poised to make a show-stopping debut in November 2014, with a lineup of entertainment offerings that push the envelope far beyond imagination. From stage shows that take guests on a highly visual and experiential journey of music, sound and performance, to a radically …

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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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