Award-winning Vessels Across Cruise Line’s Fleet Being Enhanced Through 2014 MIAMI, July 11, 2011 – Royal Caribbean International today announced that it will invest approximately $300 million to bring the latest innovations to the cruise line’s ships across the fleet and introduce the highest guest-rated programs from its award-winning Oasis-class ships. The revitalizations will offer …
Category: Cruising
Jul 08
Royal Caribbean to offer elaborate behind-the-scenes tours – USATODAY.com
Add Royal Caribbean to the list of cruise lines offering passengers comprehensive behind-the-scenes tours. Royal Caribbean on Wednesday announced the launch of what it’s calling the All Access Tour, a three-and-a-half hour, $150 per person guided experience through “back-of-house” shipboard areas that includes stops at the bridge, galley, backstage of the main theater and engine …
Jul 08
Princess Cruises Passengers Can Connect with Fellow Travelers with New Princess Roll Call
Facebook Section Enables Fans to Meet Fellow Passengers on Their Voyage SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (July 7, 2011) — Princess Cruises has debuted a new Princess Roll CallTM section on its Facebook page enabling passengers on each sailing to connect with each other before and after their cruise. This special feature is designed to give Facebook …
Jul 02
Tight Squeeze for 26-Mile Maneuver of Celebrity Cruises’ Newest Ship
MIAMI, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — One expert driver is breathing a big sigh of relief after completing the initial stages of a 26-mile navigation – in reverse – on a luxurious, multimillion-dollar cruise ship, Celebrity Cruises’ sleek new Celebrity Silhouette.  With less than five feet of room to maneuver at certain points, the challenging …
Jul 02
CDC Vessel Sanitation Program – Green Sheet Report
The CDC utilizes the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) to aid cruise ships in preventing the spread of Gastro Intestinal illnesses such as NoroVirus. This virus is spread through contact with contaminated surfaces, food or water, it is the leading cause of food borne illness in the United States. 2011 Outbreaks Cruise Line Cruise Ship Sailing …
Jun 22
Norwegian Unveils Balcony, Mini-Suite Stateroom Designs For New Builds (Project Breakaway)
Miami   –   Jun 21, 2011   —   Norwegian Cruise Line (“Norwegian”) today unveiled the first look at its new balcony and mini-suite stateroom designs for Project Breakaway, the project name for the company’s two new next generation Freestyle Cruising ships scheduled for delivery in April 2013 and April 2014. Each of the 144,017 gross …
Jun 11
Entertainment District for Adults on the Disney Fantasy
I’ve told you about activities for families and children aboard the Disney Fantasy, but now I want to fill you in on a nighttime entertainment district exclusively for adults – Europa. After a fun-filled day, grown-up guests can enjoy five sophisticated bars and trendy lounges inspired by European travel. Imagine this…you’ll be sailing through the …
Jun 11
RCI President and CEO Speaks on Newbuild Process
Project Sunshine: Adam Sheds a Little Light on the Next Fleet Member A new ship project like Project Sunshine is a remarkable phenomenon. The physical ship won’t be ours until well over three years from now. Yet we already live with an unending series of deadlines that drive our team as the customer for the …
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