tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-368644062012-01-26T15:22:12.734-05:00The Cruise CafeWelcome to Cruise Cafe. The great new place to find out the latest in the cruise business. Whether it be the latest specials, great new itineraries or information on cruise ships or cruise lines. Feel free to add comments on your experiences too. You can always find out more at www.CruiseCafe.com or by calling us at 1-800-788-2545. For the latest specials, follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/CruiseDepot.The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.comBlogger4951100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-27503844815372400312012-01-26T15:18:00.002-05:002012-01-26T15:22:12.743-05:00MSC Partners with Blend Craft Wines for 'Virtual Winery at Sea'MSC Cruises is partnering with Blend Craft Wines to bring exclusive wine-themed activities to guests on four upcoming Caribbean sailings of MSC Poesia.Blend Craft Wines will bring guests unique interactive onboard guest winemaking and other wine-themed experiences, including the following:• Winemaker Experience: Guests create, bottle The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-47348961034448436642012-01-17T14:32:00.001-05:002012-01-17T14:37:13.873-05:00Royal Caribbean International Wins Three Awards at the World Travel AwardsRoyal Caribbean International triumphed at the World Travel Awards, scooping three awards for the ‘World’s Leading Cruise Brand’, ‘World’s Leading Cruise Line’ and the ‘World’s Leading Large Ship Cruise Line’. The awards ceremony was held on Wednesday 11th January 2012 at the Katara Cultural Village, Doha, Qatar.The highly The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-28622001579726480772012-01-04T18:25:00.002-05:002012-01-04T18:32:33.229-05:00Norwegian Announces Norwegian Breakaway's Inaugural Winter/SpringNorwegian Cruise Line’s new 4,000 passenger ship, Norwegian Breakaway, will sail from her year-round homeport of New York City to the Bahamas & Florida and the Caribbean during her inaugural winter season. Following a summer inaugural season sailing seven-day cruises from New York to Bermuda, Norwegian Breakaway will embark on a The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-35567930309087607392011-12-30T15:50:00.000-05:002011-12-30T15:59:36.062-05:00Celebrity Adds Behind-the-Scenes ToursCelebrity Cruises is now offering guests an inside look into the fascinating world of cruise ship operations. A new addition to the Celebrity Life onboard activities program, “Celebrity Inside Access” takes guests on a journey behind the scenes of Celebrity’s fleet, inviting them to discover the intricate details and functions behind modern luxury at The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-20157520563964365412011-12-20T17:42:00.001-05:002011-12-20T17:44:17.234-05:00Carnival Launches Short Cruise Program from Long BeachThe 2,052-passenger Carnival Inspiration launched year-round short cruises from Long Beach, Calif., yesterday afternoon when it departed on a sold-out four-day voyage to Catalina Island and Ensenada.Carnival Inspiration provides an exciting new choice on this popular itinerary which encompasses three-day cruises departing Fridays to Ensenada The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-52610755719277473932011-11-28T14:35:00.001-05:002011-11-28T14:38:12.100-05:00Splendour of the Seas Gets iPads in all StateroomsRoyal Caribbean International will mark another industry first with the introduction of iPad mobile digital devices in every stateroom onboard the newly revitalized Splendour of the Seas.The tablet empowers guests with an additional medium by which to receive, retrieve and use information on their cruise vacation.With a touch of the screen, guestsThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-43569570088447483362011-11-17T17:55:00.002-05:002011-11-17T18:01:39.600-05:00Starbucks Now on Oasis of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International announced that guests aboard the cruise line’s Oasis of the Seas will be able to enjoy their favorite hand-crafted espresso beverage at the ship’s new Starbucks store. Royal Caribbean premiered the first Starbucks at sea aboard sister-ship Allure of the Seas, when she launched in December 2010. Through a licensing agreement between The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-47441727315082103082011-11-08T14:28:00.000-05:002011-11-08T14:29:13.641-05:00Princess Cruises Completes Fleetwide Rollout of “The Sanctuary”With the snip of a ribbon aboard Sapphire Princess, Princess Cruises marked the completion of a three-year project to add the line’s signature “pocket of tranquility” – The Sanctuary – across the line’s fleet. The popular adults-only retreat is now available to passengers on 14 of the line’s ships (small ships Pacific Princess and The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-89410036861113885442011-11-08T13:43:00.003-05:002011-11-08T14:26:07.051-05:00Norwegian Star Now Sailing From TampaNorwegian Star arrived for the first time in Tampa last month, her new homeport through April 2012. This is also the first time Norwegian Cruise Line has based a ship in Tampa. The 2,348-passenger ship is sailing a series of seven-day Western Caribbean cruises through April 8, 2012 with stops in Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras; Belize City, Belize; Costa Maya The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-50907662733999309812011-11-08T13:37:00.002-05:002011-11-08T13:41:11.185-05:00Three New Ships for Port of New OrleansThis past weekend marked the beginning of a whirlwind nine days for the Port of New Orleans, as the first of three new and larger cruise ships will call the Crescent City home. The new additions will double the Port’s cruise capacity, bringing the total number of homeported ships from two to four.The 2,052-passenger Carnival Elation will arrive at the Port The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-71204544630637460572011-09-22T16:49:00.001-05:002011-09-22T16:51:47.115-05:00Queen of the Mississippi to Feature Expanded EntertainmentAmerican Cruise Lines has announced plans for an extensive entertainment program for its 2012 Mississippi River itineraries aboard the brand new authentic sternwheeler, Queen of the Mississippi, currently being built in Salisbury, Maryland. The program will feature entertainment reminiscent of America’s legendary steamboating era. The The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-27970995117229314472011-09-22T16:43:00.001-05:002011-09-22T16:45:33.850-05:00Carnival Splendor Earns 100 USPH ScoreThe 113,300-ton Carnival Splendor earned a perfect 100 on its United States Public Health Service inspection conducted earlier this week. Since entering service in 2008, Carnival Splendor has achieved five 100 scores, as well as a near-perfect mark of 99, according to Carnival, which called it “an unprecedented accomplishment in the cruise industry.”Carnival The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-52819836077401614132011-08-25T21:26:00.001-05:002011-08-25T21:28:01.023-05:00Royal Caribbean and Universal Orlando Resort Offering Packages
Royal Caribbean International and Universal Orlando Resort are now offering the successful Royal Caribbean and Universal Orlando package from both the east and west coasts of Florida. With the addition of Jewel of the Seas, which begins homeporting seasonally in Tampa starting November 2011, the two innovative companies are providingThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-58924962138408586302011-08-11T19:46:00.001-05:002011-08-11T19:50:03.726-05:00Norwegian Cruise Line Updates Smoking Policy Fleet-Wide
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced adjustments to its smoking policy for each of the line’s 11 Freestyle Cruising ships in response to changing guest preferences. Effective January 2012, guests setting sail on a Norwegian cruise vacation are no longer permitted to smoke cigarettes in their staterooms. Guests who are in a balcony stateroom The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-85834791667261725392011-07-10T14:33:00.001-05:002011-07-10T14:35:01.982-05:00Celebrity Introduces Specialty Dining Package ProgramCelebrity Cruises wants its guests to spend more of their time enjoying their vacation on its luxurious ships, and less time arranging the details of what they are going to do onboard. Following the success of its award-winning beverage package program, Celebrity has added new flavor to its packaging strategy by introducing a new specialty The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-54911352025669912802011-07-10T11:58:00.002-05:002011-07-10T12:03:21.040-05:00Princess Cruises Passengers Can Connect with Fellow Travelers with New Princess Roll CallPrincess Cruises has debuted a new Princess Roll Call section on its Facebook page enabling passengers on each sailing to connect with each other before and after their cruise. This special feature is designed to give Facebook users a way to meet fellow passengers, ask each other for advice, organize The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-1462221166121012832011-06-20T15:12:00.002-05:002011-06-20T15:16:25.077-05:00Princess, Carnival and Holland America Banning Smoking in CabinsPrincess Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines and Holland America all announced major changes to their smoking policies. Smokers will soon be banned from lighting up in cabins on all the ships of all three lines.The Princess smoking ban, which also applies to cabin balconies, will become effective on all sailings departing after Jan. 15.The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-77391646238111625152011-06-20T14:53:00.002-05:002011-06-20T15:04:00.111-05:00Carnival Miracle to Offer Year-Round Cruises from NYC from April 2012Carnival Cruise Lines will launch a year-round program of eight-day cruises to the Caribbean and Bahamas from New York beginning in April 2012 – the line’s first year-round sailings from that port.On this schedule, Carnival Miracle will offer three uniquely different eight-day itineraries that visit a diversity of beautiful The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-88079477950375964032011-06-12T15:44:00.001-05:002011-06-12T15:45:37.258-05:00Drinks Go Fresh and Healthy on MSCMSC Cruises will be putting the accent on pure, fresh and fruity beverages this summer season to ensure the selection of natural drinks, cocktails and fine wines matches the healthier lifestyle choices of increasingly discerning guests.Healthy beverage options are wide ranging throughout the MSC Cruises fleet. All vessels have a Vitamin, tea and Coffee Corner The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-3287919634490191922011-06-01T20:14:00.001-05:002011-06-01T20:16:41.569-05:00Princess Cruises Offers Sought-After Zumba Classes FleetwideZumba Fitness, the exhilarating dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music and contagious choreography, is rolling out to the entire Princess Cruises fleet. Since December, passengers on many Princess ships have been joining in the hip-shaking fun with complimentary classes taught by licensed Zumba instructors. The The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-75004857629062885972011-05-29T15:05:00.000-05:002011-05-29T15:06:47.621-05:00Carnival to Homeport in Boston in 2012For the first time, Carnival Cruise Lines will operate an extended schedule of voyages from Boston with a series of round-trip four- and five-day eastern Canada cruises aboard the 2,974-passenger Carnival Glory beginning in June 2012. Carnival will be the only cruise line offering short cruises from Boston to the Canadian Maritimes.On the new program, The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-3635363889580567202011-05-29T14:49:00.001-05:002011-05-29T14:51:23.522-05:00Holland America Ships Complete DrydockingsHolland America Line’s ms Maasdam recently completed a stem-to-stern, multimillion-dollar Signature of Excellence dry dock at Freeport, Bahamas, April 24. Also completing dry-dock refurbishments in April were ms Eurodam, ms Volendam and ms Veendam.The 1,258-guest Maasdam’s added facilities and features included new stateroom furnishings and bathroom The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-56156060543751493622011-05-15T14:52:00.003-05:002011-05-15T14:59:18.881-05:00Sneak Peek of the New Carnival Breeze StateroomsCarnival offered the first glimpse of a new cabin decor it plans for its next ship, the Carnival Breeze, revealing artist renderings of standard balcony rooms with light wood furniture, light-colored walls, blue floor coverings and blue accents.Artist renderings of premium balcony cabins also showed blue as well as light brown accents.Carnival says The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-67001701925237389242011-05-15T12:33:00.002-05:002011-05-15T12:36:09.209-05:00Oceania Puts Select Voyages on SaleOceania Cruises has announced unprecedented savings on select 2011 and 2012 departures. Travelers can save up to 75 percent on 18 cruises, all of which include free airfare from 22 North American cities.The high-value promotion includes eight Mediterranean cruises from September through November as well as longer fall voyages that visit South America and South The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-32891974438821942082011-05-08T13:36:00.002-05:002011-05-08T13:43:43.433-05:00Grand Princess Returns to ServiceFollowing the most extensive drydock in Princess Cruises history, today the first passengers set sail aboard the completely transformed Grand Princess in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The ship's remarkable 24-day drydock that transformed it from top to bottom also made the vessel a media star with daily video updates that attracted more than a half million views.The The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-61919806197709611692011-05-01T17:09:00.001-05:002011-05-01T17:10:43.679-05:00Saturday Night Fever Debuts on Liberty of the SeasAcclaimed West End-show “Saturday Night Fever: The Musical” has made its debut aboard Royal Caribbean International’s Liberty of the Seas, the first Broadway show featured on a Royal Caribbean cruise in Europe.“We are delighted to offer a West End hit aboard Liberty of the Seas, just in time for the ship’s maiden season in Europe this summer,” The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-11028689341112595692011-05-01T17:04:00.002-05:002011-05-01T17:07:49.504-05:00Disney Cruise Line Makes Inaugural Visit to San FranciscoIn a photo taken April 29, 2011, in San Francisco, the Disney Wonder cruise ship sails under the Golden Gate Bridge on the way to the Port of San Francisco. This is the first time Disney Cruise Line has visited San Francisco. The ship stopped here for two days as part of a repositioning itinerary heading north to begin Disney Cruise Line’s The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-40340278650873491682011-04-27T14:19:00.002-05:002011-04-27T14:22:23.478-05:00Carnival Magic Entertainment LineupCarnival Cruise Lines' latest “Fun Ship,” the 130,000-ton Carnival Magic, is set to raise the bar on shipboard entertainment with some of the most spectacular shows ever seen at sea.In addition to three spellbinding stage shows that feature detailed sets and costumes, state-of-the-art video technology and sophisticated special effects, Carnival Magic offers an The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-87900616598527257552011-04-27T14:15:00.001-05:002011-04-27T14:17:42.202-05:00Royal Caribbean Premieres Kung Fu Panda 2 at SeaRoyal Caribbean International is rolling out the red carpet in honor of the May 26, 2011 world premiere of the highly anticipated DreamWorks film “Kung Fu Panda 2” with 3-D movie viewings, a family-themed promotion and special onboard programming throughout the summer.Guests sailing on Allure of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas, Freedom of the Seas and The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-60484220379603349532011-04-27T13:48:00.001-05:002011-04-27T13:50:05.086-05:00Princess Cruises Reinstates Calls to EgyptPrincess Cruises has reinstated calls to Egyptian ports on all itineraries where they were previously removed.In February due to political unrest, Princess modified itineraries for 18 sailings scheduled to call in Egypt through November. The cruises aboard Star Princess, Dawn Princess, Ocean Princess and Pacific Princess have now returned to their The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-61973421251639795912011-04-10T16:11:00.003-05:002011-04-10T16:16:24.419-05:00Celebrity Caribbean Winter 2012/13Celebrity Cruises plans to send its four newest Solstice Class ships and two “Solsticized” ships to the Caribbean in the winter of 2012-13, giving vacationers multiple options for luxurious getaways in stylish spaces with gourmet cuisine, extraordinary service, and fun activities. In total, Celebrity will present 103 Caribbean sailings with 21 distinct The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-35477707355965988582011-03-21T13:08:00.002-05:002011-03-21T13:11:15.044-05:00Royal Caribbean Unveils New 2012 Cruises from Northeast U.S.Royal Caribbean International announced last week new 2012 Canada, New England & Bermuda sailings from three convenient U.S. homeports, comprising a slate of itineraries ranging from five to 10 nights and providing vacationers more choices from the region than ever before. Enchantment of the Seas’ summer program will debut an entirely The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-56751155815365961552011-03-16T18:31:00.002-05:002011-03-16T18:37:11.251-05:00Princess Names New Ship Royal PrincessPrincess Cruises will name the first of its 3,600-passenger newbuilds the Royal Princess, after the original Royal Princess in 1984, which was the first purpose-built ship for Princess. Fincantieri cut the first piece of steel for the newbuild, expected to launch May 2013, on March 15.The new Princess ship will have an “open-deck sea-walk” that extends over The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-54302622566852889662011-03-13T15:49:00.002-05:002011-03-13T15:54:35.730-05:00Carnival Ecstasy Moves to Port Canaveral This FallCarnival Cruise Lines announced a unique and exciting new “Fun Ship” cruise program from Port Canaveral, Fla.The 2,052-passenger Carnival Ecstasy will operate four- and five-day Bahamas cruises from the Space Coast beginning November 7, 2011. The move further bolsters Carnival’s position as Port Canaveral’s largest cruise operator with three The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-6408230225038723692011-03-06T12:53:00.001-05:002011-03-06T12:56:30.438-05:00Princess Cruises to Return to Port of Galveston for 2012-13Caribbean SeasonFor the first time since 2007, a Princess Cruises ship will again set sail from the port of Galveston, offering cruises to the sunny Western Caribbean.Crown Princess will offer 19 departures from Galveston between December 22, 2012 and April 27, 2013. The seven-day roundtrip Western Caribbean itinerary features ports of The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-53822675635308468682011-03-01T20:30:00.001-05:002011-03-01T20:33:13.276-05:00Royal Caribbean Schedules Trial Call for Allure in St. KittsA testament to the growing infrastructure and continuing appeal of St. Kitts as a vibrant, authentic Caribbean destination for leisure tourism, the St. Kitts Tourism Authority announces that the Allure of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International’s newest and largest Oasis-class cruise ship, will be calling at the island’s Port Zante The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-42768907739830668382011-02-06T14:44:00.002-05:002011-02-06T14:47:20.276-05:00Exhibit on NASA's Mercury Space Program Opens at Grand Turk Cruise CenterA unique exhibit commemorating the National Aeronautics & Space Administration’s (NASA) Mercury space program and the historic 1962 splashdown of the Friendship 7 capsule off the coast of Grand Turk is now open at the Grand Turk Cruise Center.“Splashdown Grand Turk” is a 3,500-square-foot attraction celebrating the unique The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-23371447071124268482011-02-06T14:34:00.002-05:002011-02-06T14:38:06.299-05:00Norwegian Breaks Booking RecordNorwegian Cruise Line broke its single-day booking record on Monday, January 24, 2011 as it saw continued growing demand for its fleet of 11 Freestyle Cruising ships, particularly for its newest and most innovative ship, Norwegian Epic. Overall bookings rose substantially above the company’s previous best booking day and Norwegian Epic achieved the highest number ofThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-26319691549721760342011-01-17T13:48:00.001-05:002011-01-17T13:50:31.560-05:00Recreation Area Rounds Out Outdoor Area on Carnival MagicThe sky’s the limit when it comes to outdoor fun and fitness at the innovative SportSquare to be featured on Carnival Cruise Lines’ newest vessel, Carnival Magic, when it sets sail May 1. The line’s most expansive outdoor recreation area by far, SportSquare on Carnival Magic is an active cruiser’s on-board paradise, featuring SkyCourse, theThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-47387909650657574472011-01-17T13:45:00.002-05:002011-01-17T13:47:43.002-05:00Royal Caribbean to Receive Award for Switching to Cage-Free EggsIn recognition of its work to improve the lives of farm animals, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines is among the 2010 recipients of The Humane Society of the United States’ Corporate Progress Award. The award recognizes companies that have made demonstrable progress in reducing animal suffering and advancing animal welfare in 2010.In 2010,The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-39830835948536443372011-01-12T19:55:00.002-05:002011-01-12T19:59:42.528-05:00Carnival Spirit to Call Australia HomeIn a major boost for the tourism industry, Carnival Cruise Lines has announced that it will base one of its cruise ships full time in Australia.The 88,500 ton Carnival Spirit will be the largest cruise ship ever to sail year round from Australia when she arrives in Sydney in October 2012 to operate a schedule of 8-12 day voyages to the Pacific Islands.The The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-8671968607442453052011-01-10T15:03:00.001-05:002011-01-10T15:05:07.969-05:00Norwegian Dawn to Replace Norwegian Star in TampaNorwegian Cruise Line will deploy Norwegian Dawn to home port at the Port of Tampa for the 2012-2013 cruise season. The 2,224-passenger Norwegian Dawn will replace her older sister ship Norwegian Star, and follows NCL’s announcement just last year that it would begin home porting operations in Tampa in the Fall of 2011.Norwegian Dawn will sail 23 The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-32772861332063392902011-01-10T14:59:00.002-05:002011-01-10T15:02:43.811-05:00Vacation.com Launches a New Food & Wine Cruise ProgramVacation.com, of which we are a member, recently launched Culinary Collection, a new program filled with food- and wine-themed sailings onboard premium and luxury cruise lines enhanced with complimentary amenities.Each Culinary Collection departure features demonstrations from world-renowned chefs, cooking classes, wine and spirit tastings andThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-79286961816878560032011-01-10T14:56:00.002-05:002011-01-10T14:58:27.156-05:00Carnival's Chef's Table Dining Experience Expanded FleetwideCarnival Cruise Lines has completed the fleetwide rollout of its exquisite and exclusive fine dining experience, The Chef’s Table, which is now available on all 22 of the line’s ships.Launched as a pilot program last year, this one-of-a-kind culinary experience includes a sumptuous multi-course dinner hosted by one of the line’s master The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-20246242515633597202010-10-31T12:45:00.002-05:002010-10-31T12:48:25.290-05:00Starbucks and Royal Caribbean to Offer First Ever Starbucks at Sea on Allure of the SeasSomething unique is brewing onboard Royal Caribbean International's new Allure of the Seas, the world's largest and most innovative cruise ship - the first Starbucks at sea. Through the licensing agreement between Starbucks and Royal Caribbean International, guests seeking signature made-to-order espresso The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-90923357979403258382010-10-26T17:37:00.002-05:002010-10-26T17:41:58.769-05:00Holland America Partners with Le Cirque RestaurantHolland America Line is adding another famous partnership to its innovative culinary program as it enters into an exclusive agreement with the illustrious Le Cirque restaurant to offer “An Evening at Le Cirque” in the Pinnacle Grill aboard its fleet of 15 ships.Holland America Line’s Master Chef Rudi Sodamin is working with Le Cirque’s Executive The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-34118261732743231822010-10-25T16:46:00.002-05:002010-10-25T16:50:00.777-05:00NCL Orders Two New Ships for 2013 and 2014Following the launch of Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Cruise Line announced today that it has reached an agreement with Meyer Werft shipyard to build two new next generation Freestyle Cruising ships for delivery in spring 2013 and spring 2014.Each of the 143,500 gross ton vessels will have approximately 4,000 passenger berths and a rich cabin mix.Norwegian The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-48247188388309525982010-10-18T16:23:00.005-05:002010-10-18T16:31:09.545-05:00Princess Cruises Will Add Alaska Ship in 2012After two years operating just three ships on its Voyage of the Glaciers route, Princess Cruises announced that it will be returning a fourth ship to its signature itinerary for the 2012 summer season.The decision by Princess to increase its Alaska capacity was prompted, in part, by recent changes to the head tax structure in the state and the more The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-38488435201993669502010-10-18T16:15:00.002-05:002010-10-18T16:19:28.892-05:00Norwegian Sun Homeports in Port CanaveralNorwegian Cruise Line’s 1,936-guest Norwegian Sun now calls Port Canaveral (Orlando) home as of Saturday, October 16, 2010. The ship, purpose-built for Freestyle Cruising, will sail alternating seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises departing every Saturday through April 7, 2012.Guests can extend their vacation in Florida with easy access to pre- The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-11836433436252382272010-10-10T15:26:00.004-05:002010-10-10T15:30:37.121-05:00Royal Caribbean to Debut Saturday Night Fever: the Musical on Liberty of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International is slipping-on its boogie shoes this spring and debuting Saturday Night Fever: The Musical, the third licensed main-stage musical production at sea for the cruise line. The acclaimed-West End show will debut aboard Liberty of the Seas in April 2011, as part of the ship’s revitalization The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-88578674384698601282010-10-10T15:03:00.002-05:002010-10-10T15:13:25.619-05:00Carnival Testing New ‘Steakhouse Entrees’ on Three ShipsCarnival’s classic American steakhouses offered on several ships continue to be hugely popular with guests. Last week, Carnival began a test, offering some of the most popular selections from its steakhouse menus in the main dining rooms on three ships that don’t feature steakhouses.The entrees are being offered on the Carnival Paradise, The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-90294798722637459792010-09-22T12:43:00.002-05:002010-09-22T12:48:44.418-05:00Stowaway Finds Home on Oasis of the SeasIf the stowaway was hoping to go undetected when making her way onto the largest cruise ship in the world, her cover was soon blown.Florida burrowing owls, a species protected by federal law, are known to dig homes in some of the most inconvenient spots -- football fields, baseball diamonds, manicured lawns. But just hours before the Oasis of the Seas was The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-51963263812426939082010-08-08T12:03:00.001-05:002010-08-08T12:07:05.421-05:00Holland America Introduces Intimate Approach to Shipboard EntertainmentWith the recent launch of the 2,106-guest ms Nieuw Amsterdam, Holland America Line is showcasing its new approach to shipboard entertainment, opting to bring more intimacy to evening shows.Exemplifying this new direction is the singing group Cantaré, a quartet of male performers with a pop music repertoire covering several The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-39416326355677311532010-08-03T12:40:00.000-05:002010-08-03T12:41:54.427-05:00Celebrity Offers Onboard Credit on Select Caribbean SailingsCelebrity Cruises is offering a wide range of Caribbean sailings this winter, and a new booking promotion aims to sweeten the deal. Now through Aug. 14, 2010, guests who book select Caribbean cruises in certain staterooms can receive up to a $200 onboard credit per stateroom.The promotion applies to Caribbean cruises of seven nights or The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-56953818330724389442010-08-03T12:35:00.001-05:002010-08-03T12:40:04.042-05:00Carnival Debuts Superstar Live KaraokeWith the band warmed up, amps cranked, spotlight set and the adoring crowd ready to explode, Carnival guests will take the stage, grab the mic and live out their music-star daydreams on the open seas. Introducing Superstar Live Karaoke, Carnival Cruise Lines’ newest entertainment feature puts guests into the act, fronting a live band and performing their The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-54609058171871361122010-08-02T12:41:00.001-05:002010-08-02T13:09:15.844-05:00Holland America Rolls Out Early Advantage Savings on 2011 CruisesHolland America Line is offering exceptional Early Advantage savings of up to 50 percent off on a wide selection of 2011 cruises and CruiseTours when booked by September 15, 2010. The premium cruise line is also reducing deposits by half for all Caribbean cruises in fall of 2010, meaning as little as $175 per person guarantees a The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-54928770616217104232010-07-27T16:28:00.002-05:002010-07-27T16:33:12.339-05:00Freedom of the Seas Debuts Exclusive “Epicurean Discovery” PackageRoyal Caribbean International is offering guests the opportunity to transform their next cruise vacation into a gourmet getaway, thanks to 12 specialty voyages onboard Freedom of the Seas that are part of the cruise line’s “Epicurean Discovery” series. Designed to provide culinary enthusiasts with an experience of a lifetime, this The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-72885398477044628982010-07-21T16:51:00.001-05:002010-07-21T16:56:05.892-05:00Carnival Cruise Lines Punches Up The Fun With Fleetwide Comedy ClubsCarnival Cruise Lines is adding more laughs and upping the fun quotient at sea with the introduction of Carnival Punchliner Comedy Clubs -- dedicated comedy lounges rolling out fleetwide on all 22 “Fun Ships” by the end of the year. Building on the tremendous success of its first comedy club, which debuted on the new Carnival The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-31584673247354537172010-07-21T16:45:00.002-05:002010-07-21T16:50:10.610-05:00The Reintroduction of Paul Gauguin CruisesPaul Gauguin Cruises, operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, the m/s Paul Gauguin, is pleased to announce the “reintroduction” of the celebrated brand, aimed to better reflect the renewed focus on the illustrious ship that offers the utmost in luxury cruising. The Gauguin is very much an The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-44001316668167114062010-07-21T15:26:00.003-05:002010-07-21T16:50:50.706-05:00Celebrity Cruises Gets Personal with Enhanced Concierge ServiceCelebrity Cruises has introduced a new “Personal Concierge” program aimed at further enhancing the brand’s “Designed for you” reputation, by emphasizing the extraordinary customized onboard service that has long set Celebrity Cruises apart from its competitors. By individually communicating with guests to learn their personal The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-24023898746832349372010-06-30T18:44:00.005-05:002010-06-30T18:53:01.097-05:00Norwegian Cruise Line Partners with SVEDKA Vodka on Ice BarIn another first, Norwegian Cruise Line has announced an exclusive partnership with SVEDKA Vodka and Inniskillin ice wine to be introduced on board Norwegian Epic, its largest and most innovative Freestyle Cruising ship ever. As part of the partnership, this unique frozen bar will be called the SVEDKA Ice Bar and will feature specialty The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-54935231971771243662010-06-27T14:15:00.001-05:002010-06-27T14:25:46.924-05:00Carnival Adds New 7-Day Eastern Caribbean Options from Jacksonville and TampaCarnival Cruise Lines will introduce new seven-day eastern Caribbean cruise itineraries from Tampa and Jacksonville, Fla., in 2011. The cruises will be offered on the Carnival Legend from Tampa and Carnival Fascination from Jacksonville both of which are currently based at those ports but have never before offered these The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-59294799092467648432010-06-21T13:32:00.001-05:002010-06-21T13:40:40.346-05:00Third/Fourth Person Cruise Free on Fall Foliage Cruises with MSCThird/fourth adults and kids 17 and younger cruise free when sharing a stateroom for select fall foliage, Canada/New England cruises onboard MSC Poesia; reduced rates begin at $599 per person, double occupancy through July 31.This latest promotion offers affordable rates for guests of all ages to recognize the beauty and charm The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-68560186924086703562010-06-14T13:01:00.002-05:002010-06-14T13:08:43.191-05:00Celebrity Cruises Pairs with Food NetworkCelebrity Cruises has long been recognized for offering award-winning cuisine, and in August, the brand will pair the top-rated megaship, Celebrity Solstice, with invitation-only events sponsored by Food Network and designed for culinary enthusiasts, through the first “Food Network at Sea” program.The only cable channel dedicated to connecting viewers to The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-559544325000713882010-06-07T14:10:00.003-05:002010-06-07T14:23:33.008-05:00Royal Caribbean and DreamWorks Animation Announce New PartnershipRoyal Caribbean International and DreamWorks Animation have teamed up to bring the next evolution of family programming and entertainment onboard Allure of the Seas, sailing in December 2010.Guests sailing with Royal Caribbean International and DreamWorks Animation will discover once-upon-a-time moments filled with their favorite The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-61885391432703017152010-06-01T16:27:00.002-05:002010-06-01T16:31:47.381-05:00Carnival Spirit Commences Alaska Sailings Roundtrip From SeattleCarnival has begun its schedule of seven-day Alaska cruises round-trip from Seattle.In total, 17 week-long Alaska cruises will operate from the Port of Seattle through August 31, 2010, departing Tuesdays aboard the 2,124-passenger Carnival Spirit.Port calls on these voyages include the popular Alaskan destinations of Skagway, Juneau The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-67777473326700713452010-06-01T16:23:00.002-05:002010-06-01T16:26:36.572-05:00Celebrity Mercury to Become Second Ship in TUI Cruises FleetCelebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Mercury will become the second ship in the fleet of TUI Cruises, a cruise brand established in 2008 through a joint venture between Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. and TUI AG, tailored for the German market. The new ship, to be named Mein Schiff 2, will become sister ship to Mein Schiff (the former Celebrity The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-59330227805842781962010-05-25T19:08:00.004-05:002010-05-25T20:01:50.953-05:00Carnival Kicks Off the Year-Round Fun in CharlestonCarnival Cruise Lines officially launched its new, year-round cruise schedule from the historic city of Charleston. Carnival Fantasy will operate five-, six- and seven-day voyages to The Bahamas and Key West, Fla. from the Passenger Terminal in historic downtown Charleston. In 2011, Carnival will also offer a series of Bermuda cruises from The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-70305307767494306202010-05-25T19:04:00.001-05:002010-05-25T19:05:47.848-05:00Norwegian Epic To Debut New Entertainment Ticketing SystemNorwegian Cruise Line has announced that its largest, most innovative Freestyle Cruising ship to date, Norwegian Epic, will feature a pre-cruise online reservation system for select on-board entertainment. Norwegian Epic is changing the face of cruise line entertainment with unprecedented and world-class on-board entertainment including The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-54734771895013318202010-05-25T18:51:00.002-05:002010-05-25T18:58:58.663-05:00Royal Caribbean to Open “Historic Falmouth Jamaica” Port in 2011For the past 3 years, Royal Caribbean has been leading an initiative in collaboration with the Port Authority of Jamaica to create a brand new cruise port of call: "Historic Falmouth Jamaica". The port is located on the North coast of Jamaica midway between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. It is currently under construction and is designedThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-30450027915684325782010-05-10T10:28:00.002-05:002010-05-10T10:36:10.122-05:00Carnival Breeze Selected as Name for Newest Carnival ShipThe Carnival Breeze has been selected as the name for Carnival Cruise Lines brand-new ship which will join the fleet in spring 2012.The 3,690-passenger cruise ship will be constructed by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, the current builder of the Carnival Magic (debuting in Europe May 1, 2011!)As the third ship in the Dream-class, guests The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-30148369634452050852010-05-09T11:26:00.002-05:002010-05-09T11:33:45.765-05:00Allure of the Seas to have Chicago as Headline ShowThis December, Royal Caribbean International will once again make waves on the cruise vacation scene with the debut of the world’s next largest and most innovative cruise ship, Allure of the Seas. As did sister-ship Oasis of the Seas, the arrival of Allure of the Seas will bring an unprecedented array of brand new features and onboard amenities, The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-37361150949182337752010-05-06T14:58:00.003-05:002010-05-06T15:10:49.996-05:00Celebrity Launches Four New Drink PackagesCelebrity Cruises is now offering the ultimate in value and convenience. Whether cooling off with unlimited soda refills by the pool, or sipping a new varietal from their wine selection, Celebrity's Beverage Packages offer a host of options.Select from individual packages that include refills of your choice of water and fountain sodas for one set price, The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-18919192776824268712010-05-04T17:39:00.001-05:002010-05-04T17:41:41.411-05:00Carnival Ships Not Affected by Gulf of Mexico Oil SpillCarnival Cruise Lines said yesterday its ships sailing in the vicinity of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico are operating normally and with no interruption to their cruise itineraries.Carnival said that the 2,758-passenger Carnival Triumph arrived in New Orleans Saturday morning and departed again that afternoon, and that the 2,056-The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-1623887956117624922010-05-04T17:33:00.002-05:002010-05-04T17:37:14.018-05:00Royal Caribbean to Expand ValidFill Soda DispensersRoyal Caribbean sells a lot of Unlimited Fountain Soda Packages either in advance of the cruise or during the cruise. Until now, if you wanted to get your free refills you needed to find one of the bar staff, which on the pool deck often entailed waiting at the pool bar including for children. That is beginning to change.Freedom of the Seas will The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-80353679560100421932010-04-28T21:44:00.003-05:002010-04-28T21:50:28.719-05:00Carnival Spirit to Launch Mexican Riviera Cruise Program from San Diego in DecemberCarnival Cruise Lines will introduce a new one-of-a-kind schedule from San Diego encompassing five- and nine-day Mexican Riviera voyages aboard the 2,124-passenger Carnival Spirit beginning Dec. 10, 2010.On this unique program, five-day cruises will visit the popular resort town of Cabo San Lucas for two full days,The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-34639944245629008012010-04-28T21:30:00.001-05:002010-04-28T21:36:21.994-05:00Nickelodeon and Norwegian Cruise Line Hit the Open SeaNorwegian Cruise Line and Nickelodeon today announced the dates and itineraries for the two 2011 "Nickelodeon All Access Cruises." These special Nickelodeon-themed cruises will give guests exclusive access to a fun-filled, seven-day itinerary of Nickelodeon-themed entertainment all day, every day on board Norwegian Jewel from New York on The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-54190521601351406602010-04-20T16:20:00.005-05:002010-04-20T16:33:13.021-05:00Royal Caribbean to Upgrade its Presence in TampaRoyal Caribbean International will enhance its deployment season in Tampa beginning in November 2011, with the Jewel of the Seas.Launched in 2004, the 90,000 ton Radiance Class Jewel of the Seas holds 2,500 passengers and more than 850 crew members. At 962 feet in length, the ship will offer passengers an array of dining, entertainment and The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-91915289295174209712010-04-20T16:08:00.002-05:002010-04-20T16:14:01.273-05:00Celebrity Cruises Sends Ship To Spain To Rescue Stranded VacationersCelebrity Cruises is dispatching its newest ship, the Celebrity Eclipse, to Spain to rescue more than 2,000 British vacationers stranded by the ash-caused shutdown of flights across Europe.The Miami-based line says it is canceling the first leg of inaugural celebrations for the 2,850-passenger vessel, scheduled to begin Thursday The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-86540063045578484172010-04-20T13:59:00.002-05:002010-04-20T14:06:22.981-05:00Cunard to Promote “All Things British”Cunard Line has announced a new partnership with BritWeek Los Angeles (17 April – 8 May), a star-studded celebration of British film and television, music, fashion, art and design, entertainment, business innovation, food, and sports, highlighting the rich relationship between the United Kingdom and Los Angeles. Cunard’s participation includes co-sponsorship The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-36120156916584992442010-04-14T16:36:00.002-05:002010-04-14T16:44:40.627-05:00Norwegian Epic To Host Macy’s 4th of July FireworksNorwegian Cruise Line’s newest cruise ship, the Norwegian Epic, will be the host site of this year’s Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® display in New York harbor. The stellar fireworks display will take place on Sunday, July 4, 2010. The highlight of the event is a national, one-hour, live entertainment broadcast on NBC-TV beginning at 9 p.m. and The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-71125886557025344332010-04-01T13:25:00.003-05:002010-04-01T13:32:21.779-05:00New Lanai Barbecue Venue A Hit With Carnival Dream GuestsThe new open-air barbeque on The Lanai aboard the Carnival Dream has been a huge hit with guests, attracting upwards of 700 diners each day. Located along the ship’s expansive outdoor promenade, the new barbeque option was introduced a few weeks ago and features a variety of delectable grilled items, from sliders and chicken to quesadillas The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-37202774563931152592010-04-01T13:21:00.001-05:002010-04-01T13:24:37.112-05:00New Innovations on the Disney DreamAdding to its impressive list of cruise industry firsts, Disney Cruise Line will combine technology-infused innovations and imagination to create a whole new level of magical experiences for families sailing on its newest ship, the Disney Dream. Throughout their cruise vacation, guests will encounter unexpected magic – such as a restaurant that transports guestsThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-42978723468444381882010-03-28T12:39:00.001-05:002010-03-28T12:41:54.340-05:00Carnival Cruise Lines Launches Fundraising Initiative for St. Jude Children's HospitalCarnival Cruise Lines, the world’s largest cruise operator, has partnered with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to launch a comprehensive fundraising initiative with a goal of raising $3 million for the organization over the next three years. St. Jude is one of the world’s premier centers for the research The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-74012631258293389732010-03-25T14:48:00.003-05:002010-03-25T14:55:37.860-05:00Tour Bus Drives Into the River Maas. . .and Floats AwayNo, it’s not a accident but the newest tourist attraction in the city of Rotterdam.On Saturday, May 13, 2010, the world’s first amphibious bus hits the roads and waters in the City of Rotterdam. This unique Dutch built vehicle, will make tour through Rotterdam and the City’s port. The bus has attracted attention from around the world. So in The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-56446366999885025582010-03-25T13:18:00.002-05:002010-03-25T13:24:25.060-05:0052,000 Cruise Guests in One Day at Port EvergladesPort Everglades broke its own world record, again, when more than 52,000 cruise guests sailed in and out of Port Everglades on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at the start of the spring vacation season. The last world record was set on Saturday, January 3, 2009, when 49,234 passengers sailed in and out of the South Florida cruise port in a single day."The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-83708084835737174852010-03-18T19:40:00.003-05:002010-03-18T20:50:38.398-05:00Princess Cruises Honors Copenhagen as 2009 “Port of the Year”Princess Cruises has named Copenhagen as its “Port of the Year” for 2009 – a distinction awarded as the result of passenger satisfaction surveys. Copenhagen is the first port outside of North America to earn this honor.The annual award is given to one of Princess’ 33 worldwide turnaround ports that earn the highest scores for the year, The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-87147482030496774312010-03-14T13:34:00.005-05:002010-03-14T13:50:14.495-05:00Seeking Entertainers With Epic Talent To Perform Onboard Norwegian Epic InauguralNorwegian Cruise Line announced last week the "Search for the Epic Star" talent contest. In celebration of the launch of Norwegian's largest and most exciting Freestyle Cruising ship to date, Norwegian is searching for talented entertainers to perform on board the ship during her inaugural festivities, July 2-4, 2010The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-58888277023024461852010-03-07T13:29:00.002-05:002010-03-07T13:33:16.638-05:00Princess Cruises Making Alaska Cruisetours More AffordablePrincess Cruises is giving cruises the opportunity to see more of Alaska this year in an affordable way. Princess announced four new “A la Carte” Alaska cruisetour options for this summer’s season, giving independent-minded travelers more options to see our 49th state up close and personal. Cruisetour attendees will have an extra day at The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-19953165248979025402010-03-03T21:02:00.001-05:002010-03-03T21:07:01.527-05:00New Dining Venue for Celebrity Eclipse - 'Qsine'The world’s top-rated restaurants are often showplaces for art and design, and beginning April 26, in-the-know food followers can experience a new venue whose cuisine is an engaging combination of both. But you won’t find it through MapQuest, and your GPS will find it tough to track, too…since it’s moving. That’s because the new restaurant, “Qsine,”The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-40810450045606426312010-03-03T20:51:00.004-05:002010-03-03T21:00:29.631-05:00NCL Extends Commitment to Homeport Norwegian Sun at Port CanaveralAs Port Canaveral prepares for the first arrival of Norwegian Sun this October, Norwegian Cruise Line has extended its commitment to Port Canaveral for an additional year of homeported sailings that will run through April 2012. For the next two years from October until April, Norwegian Sun will sail alternating seven-day Eastern The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-73975907528174461182010-02-21T12:21:00.002-05:002010-02-21T12:41:13.349-05:00Celebrity Cruises Introduces 'Celebrity iLounge'With the launch of its new brand platform, "Designed for you," last month, Celebrity Cruises reinforced its commitment to delivering the ultimate combination of ship design, service, cuisine and programs for cruise lovers. And today, it announced plans for a new venue whose design, products and programming are sure to appeal to today's cruisers.WhenThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-27277655042621063132010-02-18T13:53:00.003-05:002010-02-18T14:03:13.008-05:00Royal Caribbean Announces Daily Reservations for My Time Dining GuestsRoyal Caribbean International announced Daily Reservations, an online reservation system for guests enrolled in the My Time Dining program. Through Daily Reservations, My Time Dining guests can make nightly reservations in the main dining room for themselves, as well as include other guests at their table. Guests can access, The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-7926599399268666582010-02-15T17:52:00.002-05:002010-02-15T17:57:50.680-05:00Carnival Glory Returns to Service Following Extensive RefurbishmentThe 2,974-passenger Carnival Glory has resumed Caribbean service from Miami following a multi-million-dollar renovation that added a host of new facilities and features, including a Serenity adults-only retreat, a 270-square-foot Seaside Theatre poolside LED screen, and a Circle “C” facility for 12- to 14- year olds.Eighteen new The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-52027932856221548142010-02-15T17:47:00.003-05:002010-02-15T17:51:33.856-05:00Norwegian Epic Sea Trials A Triumphant SuccessNorwegian Epic, Norwegian Cruise Line’s largest and most innovative ship to date, returned from her first successful sea trials on Sunday, February 14, 2010, after four days of sailing the Atlantic Ocean for the first time. During the sea trials, 300 technicians and engineers from STX FRANCE SA, along with 30 Norwegian Cruise Line representatives, The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-60870167016335510532010-02-11T15:37:00.002-05:002010-02-11T15:40:14.702-05:00MSC Poesia Crew Assists in Rescue of Four Passengers of Capsized Boat Near MiamiMSC Poesia was the first point of contact in assisting the US Coast Guard with the rescue of four passengers from a small, capsized boat last weekend off the coast of Miami, Fla.MSC Poesia was headed for the Western Caribbean after departing Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. at 7 p.m. on February 6. A few hours later at 9 p.m., a The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-66286715227573048132010-02-08T18:02:00.001-05:002010-02-08T18:04:36.116-05:00Royal Caribbean Expands Allure of the Seas Inaugural SeasonRoyal Caribbean International has announced that the first revenue voyage for Allure of the Seas’ inaugural season will take place one week earlier than originally planned. The ship’s first revenue voyage will be a seven-night Western Caribbean itinerary, sailing on December 5, 2010. Allure of the Seas’ new cruise for the inaugural seasonThe Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-64797024873477369242010-02-07T15:28:00.003-05:002010-02-07T15:32:45.867-05:00Costa Cruises Newest Ship - The Costa DeliziosaCosta Cruises has taken delivery of its latest ship, the $625 million Costa Deliziosa in Venice. Sister ship to the Costa Luminosa, the 92,600-ton Costa Deliziosa carries 2,826 guests in 1,130 staterooms – including 52 Samsara, 718 veranda cabins, 50 suites and four Samsara suites inside the 11,000 square foot Samsara Spa. There are a host of The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-51852281355625834502010-02-07T14:32:00.006-05:002010-02-07T14:47:39.706-05:00Carnival Fascination Returns Following Extensive 'Evolutions of Fun' UpgradesThe 2,052-passenger Carnival Fascination resumes its year-round four- and five-day schedule from Jacksonville, Fla., following a $34 million dry dock that included the addition of an expansive new water park, exclusive adults-only retreat, redesigned main pool area and 98 balconies to existing staterooms.These The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36864406.post-8775450165517370162010-01-27T15:21:00.007-05:002010-01-27T15:28:47.114-05:00Mahogany Bay Cruise Center Rated Outstanding by Guests The $62 million Mahogany Bay Cruise Center at Roatan in the Bay Islands of Honduras officially opened in November and began welcoming cruise ships. Reaction from cruise guests to the new facility has been outstanding!More than five years in development, and two years under construction, Mahogany Bay Cruise Center encompasses 20 acres of The Cruise Cafehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16613096962808005043noreply@blogger.com0