COZUMEL — It’s been a while since we visited this popular Mexican port and it doesn’t take long to see that something’s different. It’s the port. The one called the “International Pier.” The one that’s a short cab ride or a long walk — we have done both — from “downtown.” The one that… Continue reading Cozumel's middle of cruise central
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The Love Boat's value increasing
Are you ready for re-runs of The Love Boat? If that’s not next, it can’t be far away. Princess promotes a Love Boat cruise and it sells out 18 months before sailing. Now, Princess has named the entire original cast of the famous TV show as “godparents” of the Regal Princess, a new ship that… Continue reading The Love Boat's value increasing
A Sunken Cunard Ship not called Titanic
For those of us who enjoy being on ocean liners, there’s nothing like an old story about a ship…or a new story about an old ship. Today’s topic: Cunard’s Lusitania. In the realm of ship tragedies, this is something of a forgotten example. For one thing, the Titanic sank first (1914) and anything that’s first… Continue reading A Sunken Cunard Ship not called Titanic
Can You Have Too Much Chocolate?
One thing that years and years (or decades and decades) of experience tells us about chocolate is this: You have to be careful. The first time we were on a ship and there was a “chocolate night” at the end of the cruise, we’d been salivating for five days. Kids in the candy store had… Continue reading Can You Have Too Much Chocolate?
Norwegian's All-Inclusive Cost Confusing
Norwegian’s often first with innovations and this month brings another one: A new twist on an all-inclusive cruise package. It’s available on all Norwegian ships but Pride of America in 2015, but bookings must be made by August 29. Also excluded are European and United Kingdom cruises. The cruise line is quick to point out… Continue reading Norwegian's All-Inclusive Cost Confusing