Long and short of Azamara Journey

The year isn’t even two months old and already our colleague Phil Reimer of Ports and Bows has been on four cruise ships, but we’re planning to catch up. Meanwhile, this week Phil is willing to share his point-by-point assessment of the four ships with our readers. Today: Azamara’s Journey Brand of ship: Deluxe. Number… Continue reading Long and short of Azamara Journey

Unrest Unsettles Cruise World, Too

Even with today’s resignation of President Hosni Mubarak, the fallout from what has been happening in Egypt the last three weeks is likely to continue having   a ripple effect on everybody, including people who in some way are connected to Mediterranean or Suez Canal cruises. For at least two weeks, there has been an obviously… Continue reading Unrest Unsettles Cruise World, Too

Attention Azamara Aficionados

If you’re an Azamara  customer, you’ll be interested in what the luxury cruise line has in store for the 12-month period that begins April 2011. • All voyages are 2-for-1. • Gratuities are included (for housekeeping, dining and bar employees). • 50% off pre-booked shore excursions (in Azamara’s world, Land Discoveries). • $2,000 savings per… Continue reading Attention Azamara Aficionados

Well, it is called the WORLD Cup

People we have met in the international soccer community tell us that every four years the World Cup is the universe’s most-watched sports event, and maybe it is. The 2010 World Cup, in South Africa, begins June 11 and there will be thousands of soccer fans watching the month-long tournament on cruise ships. Royal Caribbean,… Continue reading Well, it is called the WORLD Cup