The last time we were at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC, about a year ago, we re-discovered what an intimidating place it can be. You think you can “do” the Smithsonian in a day when, in fact, you need a week…even when you have a high-energy teenage grandson at your side. Starting in July, Regent… Continue reading Regent’s Smithsonian At Sea
Category: Cruise News
A Disney Story Worth Assessing
Earlier this year, the story of a family forced to leave a Disney ship in the Bahamas was told in the Naples Daily News. It’s worth reading. Disney told four of 31 family members they had to disembark in the Bahamas because their four-month-old baby, who had seen the ship’s doctor after “spitting up,” wasn’t… Continue reading A Disney Story Worth Assessing
The ‘R Ships’ All Alive And Popular
When we ventured into the waters of the cruise world, the infamous “R Ships” were already history. Consequently, we have neither much knowledge nor appreciation for what they were, but every once in a while we hear about one of the R Ships, and what great ships they were when Renaissance Cruises was in business.… Continue reading The ‘R Ships’ All Alive And Popular
Princess To Name Its Top Entertainer
Without much fanfare and no politicking, voters are casting ballots this week for one of four candidates. This is “Election Week” on the Crown Princess, where passengers will be selecting the cruise line’s annual Entertainer of the Year. There are four finalists: two comedians (Ben Seidman, Steve Caouette), one singer (Lovena Fox) and one violinist/entertainer… Continue reading Princess To Name Its Top Entertainer
Magic To Do Just For Princess
The nice thing about new music and shows and entertainment in general is that they never end. There are always creative minds that come along with something fresh and this is especially true in cruising, an industry always eager to find a unique way to entertain thousands of passengers on cruise ships. The pendulum of… Continue reading Magic To Do Just For Princess