Maybe we’re atypical, as cruisers go. When it comes to ships, we’re pretty much as happy to be on one as another. Almost any ship will do, because all of them are attractive. They’re like beautiful women. Which is the most beautiful. Some are bigger, some are beautiful on top…maybe we better not go any… Continue reading NCL Ships (Yawn!) on the Move
Celebrity Cruise Newsmaker of the Day
If you’re following the cruise news, you’re going to be reading everywhere today about Celebrity’s new ships. You’ll read that the Silhouette and the Reflection, still under construction, are going to carry more passengers than the three other Solstice Class ships. You’ll read that there are more amenities, more pool deck space, more lounge chairs… Continue reading Celebrity Cruise Newsmaker of the Day
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
Panama Canal Always Sight to Behold
Next month, close friends of ours are going through the Panama Canal, on the Celebrity Constellation…west to east, San Diego to Fort Lauderdale. This is a good idea. Last spring, we made that trip in reverse, more or less, and it was one of our favorite cruises ever. That sentiment is spreading, and not just… Continue reading Panama Canal Always Sight to Behold
Cruise Ships, Hurricanes: Game Over
Just over six months ago, we posted a blog during Hurricane Preparedness Week. Three months ago, we posted another one, at the beginning of Hurricane Week. Today will be our last reference to hurricanes this year, because it’s now Hurricane Over Week. This season came to an end (officially) on November 30, as decreed by… Continue reading Cruise Ships, Hurricanes: Game Over