Norwegian Promo Timely Fit

During the weekend, we had an email from a friend who, for the purpose of confidentiality, must remain genderless. Our friend is planning a spousal surprise, to celebrate a milestone birthday. A cruise, their first. Where to go? Which line? Which ship? How long? You know what happens when you make recommendations, for cruises or… Continue reading Norwegian Promo Timely Fit

No Time to Get Sick Cruising

The Right Price………………………………………………………….$471 Ship: Caribbean Princess, Southern Caribbean, 7 days Departure: April 10 or April 24, 2011, return from San Juan, Puerto Rico Ports: St. Thomas (US Virgin Islands), Domenica, Grenada, Bonaire, Aruba Contact: Princess Cruise Lines * * * Being sick on a cruise ship is always a problem. One or more of four… Continue reading No Time to Get Sick Cruising

Viking Reflects River Cruise Boom

The first impression of river cruising tends to be that it’s expensive and you don’t get as much for your money. If that’s true, there are clearly many people who disagree, because river cruising is becoming wildly popular in Europe. Define wildly. Okay, Viking River Cruises this week unveiled plans for 10 more ships. They’re… Continue reading Viking Reflects River Cruise Boom

Cruising Notes on the Boats

The Right Price…………………….$799 Ship: Celebrity Eclipse, 13 nights, Transatlantic (Miami to Southampton) Departure: April 16 Ports: Ponta Delgada, Azores; Lisbon, Portugal; Vigo, Spain; Cherbourg, France Bonus: Arrive in England the day of the Royal Wedding Contact: Celebrity Cruises * * * Norwegian announced its latest shuffling of ships, the result of which puts two Jewel-class… Continue reading Cruising Notes on the Boats

Cruising Notes on the Boats

The right price…………………………………………………………………….……$459 February 27, 2011: 7 nights return to the Bahamas Ship: Carnival Pride Departure: Baltimore Ports: Port Canaveral, Nassau, Freeport Bonus: Oceanview $529; Balcony $599 (all less $50 for 55+) Contact: cruisestogo.com (fast deal #12815) * * * It’s uncertain what makes you a casino company that specializes in services for upscale cruise… Continue reading Cruising Notes on the Boats