Everybody who has been on a cruise ship, and countless people who haven’t, can’t stop talking about the Costa Concordia, as the death toll continues to rise. As always, there are more questions than answers. Some that have crossed our minds over the past few days, in trying to look at the big picture and… Continue reading Costa Questions: The List Grows
Tag: Finding Bargains
Absentia Unfair to Costa Captain
One of the allegations surfacing about the captain of the Costa Concordia from its horrific accident is that he may not have been on the bridge, driving the ship. At the risk of sounding like we’re defending the captain, who is being blamed with much more than absentia, the possibility that he would not be… Continue reading Absentia Unfair to Costa Captain
Costa Crash a Wake-Up Call
When the starboard side of the Costa Concordia ripped open and listed in the waters off the coast of Italy this weekend, it was more than a wake-up call for cruise lines, captains and crews. If any of us who feel so safe and secure on cruise ships (and we do) needed a wake-up call,… Continue reading Costa Crash a Wake-Up Call
About the Allure of Kate's 8…
Having never watched one minute of one episode of Kate Plus 8, nor any of its iterations, we’re completely on the fence about whether it’s a good idea for Royal Caribbean to promote a cruise with Kate Gosselin. Evidently, others are not. Here’s a sampling of headlines emanating from the buzz created by Royal Caribbean:… Continue reading About the Allure of Kate's 8…
Bermuda Betting on Casinos?
There’s a fascinating story developing in Bermuda that will interest you if you’re cruising that way, or maybe even if you aren’t. Here’s the Coles Notes version: • Gaming is not allowed anywhere in Bermuda • Cruise ships must shut down casinos when in Bermuda’s ports • Loss of gaming revenue has driven cruise lines… Continue reading Bermuda Betting on Casinos?