Phil Reimer, Canada’s most erudite cruise writer, broke the news that Holland America would have seven ships in Europe starting next year with the arrival of the Nieuw Amsterdam. Here’s how Rick Meadows, CTC executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs, explained the strategy to Reimer: “We are catering to a broader range of… Continue reading The European Expansion
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Procedure’s Same as Locked Bags
After blogs about Carnival’s policy of requesting bags be unlocked once turned over to ship’s porters at dockside, Carnival was quick to respond, courtesy of Vance Gullicksen, who told Canada’s cruise writer Phil Reimer: “It is recommended that guests keep their luggage unlocked in order to avoid any inconvenience or delay in the delivery of… Continue reading Procedure’s Same as Locked Bags
Unlock Your Bags, Please!
Carnival Cruise Lines is now asking passengers not to lock their suitcases before handing them over to the porters. The question is why? • Is it because each bag is screened and, if they want to do a more thorough search, they have to break the lock? • Are they concerned you might be bringing a… Continue reading Unlock Your Bags, Please!
The Silversea Way
For 17 years, Silversea has become known for its luxury branding in the cruise world. That explains why the christening of its newest ship, the 540-passenger Silver Spirit, was done quietly – and with class – in Fort Lauderdale this month. Entertainment was provided by the ship’s musicians. A special duet was performed by “vocalists”… Continue reading The Silversea Way