It was the year that… • Oasis of the Seas was replaced as the “biggest ship in the world” by Allure of the Seas, which won the competition by one-fifth of an inch, or five millimeters — the fact is the two Royal Caribbean siblings are identical in size when it comes to the number… Continue reading Some highlights from Cruise Year 2010
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Royal Caribbean Boss Goes With Flow
During our one-day visit to the Allure of the Seas last month, we saw both Richard Fain and the Flowrider. We just didn’t see them together. For those unfamiliar with Mr. Fain and Flowrider, here’s an explanation: He (left) is Chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean, and it (above) is an attraction on the company’s… Continue reading Royal Caribbean Boss Goes With Flow
Cruising Notes from the Boats
The right price………………..$349 January 14, 2011: 7 nights Ship: Costa Atlantica Departure: Miami return Bonus: Balconies just $549, Suite for $999 Contact: iCruise.com or 1-800-427-8473 * * * In the latest issue of her monthly magazine, O, TV super star Oprah Winfrey named her favorite things, and one of them — first identified on… Continue reading Cruising Notes from the Boats
Allure of the Seas Sight to See
Because we’re fortunate enough to be friends and colleagues of Phil Reimer, who writes about cruising all across Canada under the banner of Port and Bows, we had an opportunity to see Allure of the Seas. Actually, we had “seen” her the week before as she arrived in Fort Lauderdale’s harbor for the first time,… Continue reading Allure of the Seas Sight to See
Cruising Notes from the Boats
The right price………………………………………….………………………$639 December 19, 2010: 7-day Christmas cruise on the MSC Poesia Departure: Fort Lauderdale round-trip to Western Caribbean Ports: Key West, Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, Cozumel Bonuses: 3-category upgrade; 2nd cabin price $324 Contact: MSC * * * In light of the fire on the Carnival Splendor this week,the knee-jerk reaction is that… Continue reading Cruising Notes from the Boats