You may have noticed in our Daily Deals — five days a week, 52 weeks a year — that bargains on "upper premium" cruise lines appear only rarely. There’s a reason for that: The “deals” are often…well, confusing. An example is one we just received from Oceania. What caught our eyes was Free 3-night Winelands… Continue reading Why Upscale Cruise Deals Are Rare
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Brothers In Arms On Disney Ship?
This is about two brothers, born 13 months apart in the ’70s. The elder of the two became an advocate of Star Wars. Actually, advocacy is too weak a word. He became a Star Wars fanatic, to the point that to this day he still buys light sabers. Invite him to a masquerade party… Continue reading Brothers In Arms On Disney Ship?
What 'Gets' Cruise Generations
The question cruise lines must often ask is this: How do we get people from Generation X, Generation Y and Generation Z on a cruise if they’ve never been on one? There is, of course, no easy answer. But one word, more than ever, is vital. The word is Internet (okay, WiFi will do). Why?… Continue reading What 'Gets' Cruise Generations
Friday file: The 'Rich Port' Of San Juan
Of all the ports in the Caribbean, and there are hundreds it seems, one that keeps attracting more attention is San Juan, Puerto Rico (translation: “rich port”). Strategically positioned just east of the Dominican Republic, it can be either a port to visit on the way to the Southern Caribbean or a place to embark… Continue reading Friday file: The 'Rich Port' Of San Juan
Drinks For Free On Norwegian Sky
Oh, for the days when going on a cruise meant once you paid for your ticket, that was it…everything was included but shopping for souvenirs, and taxes and tips. Are those happy days starting to make a comeback? They are in Norwegian’s world. Well, in one corner of Norwegian’s world. Okay, one neighborhood…bar. Starting… Continue reading Drinks For Free On Norwegian Sky