Archive for the ‘Cruise Ships’ Category
Book with GLP Worldwide Expedition for the Ultimate in Cruise Travel – Around the World or an Indian Ocean Grand Voyage
TORONTO – Grand Voyages, grand experiences, and grand memories. This is what is waiting for you on two Fred. Olsen Cruise Line voyages – The 112-night Around the World Grand Voyage (departing January 5, 2013) and the 80 night Indian Ocean Grand Voyage (departing January 10, 2013).
May 27, 2011
Posted in: Cruise Ships
Carnival To Operate New Schedule Of Canada Cruises From Boston Beginning June 2012
MIAMI (May, 2011) – For the first time, Carnival Cruise Lines will operate an extended schedule of voyages from Boston with a series of round-trip four- and five-day eastern Canada cruises aboard the 2,974-passenger Carnival Glory beginning in June 2012. Carnival will be the only cruise line offering short cruises from Boston to the Canadian [...]
May 27, 2011
Posted in: Cruise Ships
Carnival Cruise Ship Magic To Feature Exhilarating Entertainment Lineup
MIAMI (April, 2011) – Carnival Cruise Lines’ latest “Fun Ship,” the 130,000-ton Carnival Magic, is set to raise the bar on shipboard entertainment with some of the most spectacular shows ever seen at sea. In addition to three spellbinding stage shows that feature detailed sets and costumes, state-of-the-art video technology and sophisticated special effects, Carnival Magic [...]
April 27, 2011
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GLP Worldwide Expedition’s Special Discount Offer On Hurtigruten Cruises
TORONTO – GLP Worldwide Expedition Travel & Tours, which represents Hurtigruten in Canada, is offering those who book a Norwegian Coastal Voyage now until May 31, 2011, a 50 percent discount on the companion’s fare whether it is a Northbound, Southbound or roundtrip voyage of Norway. GLP Worldwide is also offering up to 20 percent [...]
April 14, 2011
Posted in: Cruise Ships
Tourism in Polar Zones is Expensive but in High Demand
People bored with traditional holidays at seaside may enjoy trips to the polar zone on board a Russian ice-breaker. The ‘cruise’ involves sleeping in a crowded cabin and other ‘benefits’ of a journey to the coldest place in the world. Surprisingly, there are quite a lot of people willing to pay large sums of money [...]
April 12, 2011
Posted in: Cruise Ships
Hurtigruten Explores Spectacular Greenlandic Landscape And Fascinating Inuit Culture On The 9-Day “Glaciers & Icebergs” Voyage
New York, NY, March 2011 – Sail to the remote polar regions of the world’s largest island and delve into its 5,000-year-old history on Hurtigruten’s 9-Day “Glaciers & Icebergs” voyage along Greenland’s west coast. Traveling roundtrip from Denmark’s bustling capital of Copenhagen, the Disko Bay expedition delves into Inuit culture while exploring a stunning landscape [...]
March 18, 2011
Posted in: Cruise Ships, Scandinavia
Princess Cruises Ships to Broadcast Historic Royal Wedding of Britain’s Prince William and Kate Middleton
SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (February, 2011) – The highly anticipated Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton will be televised live on Princess ships on April 29. Passengers will be able to follow along with full coverage of the pomp and majesty of the historic wedding through BBC World’s broadcast of the event.
February 15, 2011
Posted in: Cruise Ships
Tropical Caribbean Dreams Come True in Holland America Line’s Caribbean
Experience the Caribbean on Holland America Cruise Line this winter. Travel with fewer guests aboard their elegant, mid-sized ships and discover picturesque destinations not accessible by larger ships. Relax in spacious comfort, surrounded by fresh flowers and museum-quality art. You can also sample an amazing array of enriching onboard activities and artfully crafted shore excursions—from [...]
February 8, 2011
Posted in: Cruise Ships
The Cruise Industry Hopes to Cruise Through 2011
With more and more ships taking to the waters and more passengers showing interest, the cruise industry hopes for a bumper year in 2011. The cruise industry is hoping for 16 million passengers to embark on its ships in 2011, thus expecting an increase of 6.6 % on the last year. The optimism is shared [...]
January 24, 2011
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Cruise Lines International Association’s State Of The Industry 2011
FORT LAUDERDALE (January 13, 2011) — As 2011 gets underway and the global economy continues to show signs of recovery, Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) and its 25 lines and member travel agents express confidence that the coming year and beyond will see record numbers of passengers, with the industry out-performing other segments of travel.
January 14, 2011
Posted in: Cruise Ships