Necessiteu ajuda per planificar les seves vacances
7 juny 2011 pel administrador
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A continuació es presenten algunes de les diferents línies de creuers i operadors turístics que oferim i l'ús per donar-li el major valor pels seus diners i millors vacances. La meva agència ofereix tant la conveniència d'efectuar la reserva a Internet per a aquells que els agrada fer a un en una planificació de les seves vacances.
Podeu fer clic a qualsevol dels enllaços de baix i fa una ullada a ofertes especials d'estalvi de diners, les dates de sortida, les revisions de les línies de creuers i tours per veure si és l'adequat per a vostè i la seva família.
Necessites ajuda per planejar una reunió familiar o que especial d'aniversari, Lluna de Mel o d'una manera ràpida per fer una escapada-? Doni'ns una oportunitat!
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Tenint en compte un creuer per passar les vacances
5 juny 2011 pel administrador
Filed under Blog , Notícies de viatge
Per què prendre un creuer?
Alguna vegada has considerat la possibilitat d'un creuer de vacances, però simplement no està segur de si seria adequat per a vostè? Amb totes les línies de creuers, totes les opcions de destinacions diferents, la gamma de preus, hi ha un creuer que és la correcta per a vostè i la seva família! Una de les millors maneres de trobar, si és un creuer de les vacances adequat per a vostè és preguntar als teus amics, familiars i professionals de viatges amb experiència que està versat en els viatges de creuer.
Embalatge i desembalatge només una vegada!
Penseu en això, en un creuer no conduir en qualsevol lloc de 7, 10, 14 dies o més. Ara, fins i tot si estigués en un recorregut amb autobús sense vostè condueix, vostè encara ha d'arrossegar maletes o el paquet d'almenys i descomprimir a cada parada. En un creuer, de revisar el seu equipatge quan et registres i per art de màgia apareix en seva cabina, cabina o suite. The cruise staff will tell you when to place your bags outside your accommodations at the end of the cruise and, just as magically, your luggage will be waiting for you on shore at a designated pick-up point. Descarregada d'una vegada, sentir-se com a casa durant la durada del creuer. El personal del creuer se li indicarà quan de col · locar les seves bosses fora del seu allotjament al final de la travessa i, igual que per art de màgia, el seu equipatge estarà esperant per vostè a la costa en un designat punt de recollida. Prendre un creuer de vacances l'allibera de moltes de les molèsties i mals de cap de viatjar.
Estic segur que ha pres unes vacances a la conducció
Sempre hi ha la qüestió d'on i quan deixar de menjar quan la seva forma de conduir. Tots els menjars i els snacks estan inclosos en el preu del seu creuer i bon menjar és un dels principals atractius de prendre un creuer. La majoria dels creuers contemporanis tenir en compte l'estil de vida casual modern i ofereixen una varietat de restaurants i bars a bord. Típicament, hi ha un esmorzar variat i abundant, i esmorzars tipus bufet similars al que et trobaries en qualsevol estació. Vostè pot menjar l'esmorzar, dinar o sopar en un dels restaurants del vaixell, ordenar exactament el que vols al menú ampli, acabada de preparar només per a vostè. Els restaurants de la nau s'obren generalment per als àpats durant horaris estesos i bufets solen romandre oberts tot el dia i la nit. També tenen els aliments de la comoditat com les hamburgueses, gossos calents, pizzes i gelats per als nens i adults per igual. I sempre hi ha bufet de mitjanit disponible a la majoria dels creuers? Servei a l'habitació (gratuït) està disponible les 24 hores del dia. Les seves opcions són il · limitades per als plaers del vostre sopar. Llagosta a ningú el sopar! Per la forma en què pot tenir més d'un!
El sopar és un esdeveniment important en un creuer
Això és tradició que es remunta, quan els creuers eren de la reialesa i els rics, que espera elegants sopars formals. En l'estil de vida d'avui, una elegant sopar és opcional i per a aquells que prefereixen sopar casual, el bufet del sopar està disponible en general fins a les 9 pm o més tard. La majoria dels creuers tenen unes opcions de restauració, sobretot en el sopar, en els menjadors principals (hi ha 2 o 3 sales) o oferir àpats en restaurants d'especialitats d'alt nivell a càrrec de cobrir addicional per persona. Creuer base de les línies de gran part de la seva reputació pel seu servei d'aliments i els termes com ara "cuina de classe mundial" i "dinars gourmet" es combinen amb "un servei impecable" per assegurar que l'experiència gastronòmica a bord és una experiència memorable. Per cert, servei d'habitacions és gratuït i disponible les 24 hores del dia, i vostè aconsegueix els mateixos oferim una dinars al balcó oa l'habitació. Per a aquells que prefereixen un sopar romàntic per a dues persones molt, totes les línies de creuers ofereixen, per un càrrec nominal, un sopar romàntic per a dues de xampany, amb tots els adorns, en la seva cabina i vostè pot afegir altres favorits com les flors per sorprendre a aquella persona especial en seva vida. Molts creuers segueix oferint un o més sopars opcionals formals on les dames porten vestits llargs o vestits formals de nit i els altres senyors usen esmòquing o vestits foscos. Esperar a veure aquest va oferir almenys una vegada en un creuer de set dies a dues vegades durant llargs creuers de 14 dies o més.
Un cop a bord del seu creuer
Hi ha activitats de les 24 hores del dia. Els vaixells moderns de creuers tenen l'estat de la tècnica 900, més, més seients per a sales d'espectacles de qualitat i entreteniment, tot inclòs en el preu del creuer. Sempre hi ha entreteniment única al teatre cada nit del creuer, i si s'oblida de primera mostren que hi ha un segon que el segueix. La majoria dels vaixells també tenen una sèrie de bars temàtics, salons i discoteques amb música en viu que estan oberts fins a altes hores de la matinada. La majoria de les línies de creuers tenen diferents actes vénen a bord en cada port d'escala i navegar i veure el seu espectacle fins al pròxim port d'escala. Les begudes alcohòliques i begudes no alcohòliques poques vegades s'inclouen en el preu del creuer. Vostè pot comprar cafè i targetes de refrescs en el primer dia del creuer. Això li estalviarà molts diners perquè la targeta és bona per a tot el creuer. Tots els creuers també ofereixen un casino que està obert mentre el vaixell està en aigües internacionals. No oblidis que també tenen una sala de cinema a bord en cas que es va perdre de que acaba de llançar la pel · lícula que planejava veure. No requereix entrada i aperitius durant la projecció. He esmentat el Cinema Sota les Estrelles!
Si la vida nocturna no és el seu estil
Vostè i la seva família poden gaudir de la piscina a bord, botigues, l'spa, biblioteca, centres de classe mundial de fitness i altres serveis, mentre que a bord. Molts creuers ofereixen ara classes d'instrucció en una varietat de temes durant cada dia de la seva creuer per a adults i nens. Cada activitat es publica diàriament a la seva habitació. Molts també ofereixen classes especials amb oradors famosos del món. Cada línia de creuers ofereix als amants de l'art, ja que ofereixen espais d'art de tot el món per ser subhastats durant el creuer, alguns són un de tipus. El casino està obert només quan el mar i ofereixen una varietat de pòquer a les franges horàries als tornejos de bingo amb premis en efectiu als guanyadors! Mai va jugar abans, però li agradaria aprendre, que tenen el personal del casino que li mostri els extrems i fora dels Jocs i sense cost per a vostè. Sempre hi ha alguna cosa per a tota la família a fer, mentre que a bord del vaixell!
Penseu en la possibilitat de treure els seus fills en el creuer
Les línies de creuers ofereixen s'especialitza àrees de joc i programes dirigits a diferents grups d'edat, cadascun amb el seu propi personal capacitat. Algunes línies de creuers ofereixen "els nens navegar gratis" allotjant-vos en els seus pares els altres cabines ofereixen això com una promoció per a tota la família participa en creuer. Hi ha unes poques regles i té a veure amb les línies de creuers per assegurar la seva seguretat els nens i la seva pròpia tranquil · litat. No et preocupis, els teus fills tindran molt a fer, mentre que la Junta i obtenir el seu programa propi vaixell diari d'esdeveniments només per als lliurar a la seva cabina. Alguns vaixells tenen les seves pròpies àrees de menjadors per a nens.
No s'oblidi de les destinacions de creuers en si
Creuers solen parar en un port diferent de cridar a cada dia o cada dos dies, depenent de les distàncies i temps de navegació entre els punts d'interès. Vostè té l'opció de romandre en a bord del vaixell durant tot el dia o desembarcar en qualsevol parada. Sou lliure per explorar cada destinació pel seu compte, sempre que torna a la nau pel temps designat. Si hi ha lloc al món que li agrada explorar, consideri un creuer. Un creuer li donarà un sabor de cada port per tu per considerar si li agradaria tornar i quedar-me per unes vacances més llargues. Recordi que el seu hotel es troba al port esperant el teu retorn.
Les línies de creuers ofereixen una varietat d'excursions en terra a un cost addicional
Vostè ha d'organitzar les seves excursions abans de la sortida o mentre es doni a bord. Recordeu una cosa, l'excursió més popular pot no ser-hi un cop que el vaixell abandoni el port. Consulti amb el taulell d'excursions, quan arribes per primera vegada per comprovar la disponibilitat de l'excursió que li agradaria tenir. Excursions de vaixells es dirigeixen a les característiques úniques de la destinació. Per exemple, creuers pel Carib ofereixen excursions de snorkel, busseig oa la platja, mentre que els creuers d'Alaska ofereixen recorreguts en helicòpter per les glaceres, viatges a dogsled el rentat d'or. Per als menys aventurers, hi ha viatges en autobús o excursions supervisades de compres al port local. Tot, incloent les parades per menjar, està arreglat per endavant. Tot el que necessites fer és trobar la línia correcta a la costa i un guia experimentat s'encarrega de la resta del seu tour. Però no es preocupi dels vaixells té un munt de gent allà fora per ajudar a trobar l'excursió que vostè va pagar, en general el vaixell tindrà sessions d'informació sobre on trobar el seu excursió abans de sortir de la nau.
No t'oblidis de celebrar les ocasions especials
Aniversaris, aniversaris, graduacions, casaments, llunes de mel són especials i un creuer és una gran manera de mostrar quant et fa res. El personal dels vaixells faran una queixa sobre la seva ocasió molt especial de cantar feliç aniversari a penjar un anunci fora de la seva porta dient-li al món que ets especial. Assegureu-vos que la línia de creuers saber per endavant, per la qual cosa estaran preparats per ajudar a celebrar que tota ocasió important.
Els tipus de cabines
Quin tipus de cabina ha de considerar? Aquesta és una pregunta que només vostè pot respondre. Depèn de molts factors, el cost, el nombre de convidats que va a compartir una cabina. Normalment, una línies de creuers ofereix una varietat de cabines en la mateixa categoria. Les seves opcions són una cabina interior, Cabina exterior Veure, cabines i suites Balcons.
Dins de cabina
Són generalment prop de 160 a 180 peus quadrats, equipada amb 2 llits estàndard (es converteix en una reina) amb un petit armari, dipòsit d'equipatge està sota el llit, un tocador amb cambra de bany amb dutxa, telèfon i televisió i és generalment la forma menys costosa de creuer. Dins de cabines amb capacitat per a quatre, segons la mida i nombre de llits. Alguns creuers ofereixen l'interior de les cabines de competir amb el millor balcó a peus quadrats, però amb un punt de vista. Alguns dels creuers més grans ara ofereixen cabines individuals vistes al passeig marítim de passatgers a un preu raonable.
Cabina exterior
Són en general al voltant de 180 a 220 metres quadrats i té 2 llits estàndard (convertir una reina) amb un armari de mida mitjana, dipòsit d'equipatge està sota el llit, un tocador amb cambra de bany i dutxa, telèfon, televisió i de manera general amb un complet mida de planta a la finestra de sostre que s'obre per permetre que l'aire fresc entre a l'habitació. Aquestes habitacions poden allotjar fins a 3 o 4 segons la mida i nombre de llits a l'habitació. Alguns d'aquests cabina exterior s'ofereixen a la vista obstruïda (mig fora de la vista pot ser bloquejat per bots salvavides o altres objectes), que sol ser més barat per a la butxaca, però ofereix menys privacitat.
Cabines amb balcó
Són en general al voltant de 220 a 350 peus quadrats que inclou el balcó i ve amb 2 estàndard o 2 llits que es converteixen en reines ja sigui un rei o reina. Té un peu en zona de bany amb lavabo, armari més gran que s'acomoda una mica d'equipatge a guardar l'equipatge sota el llit, telèfon, televisió i mini-bar, més una nevera. Aquests cabines tindrà en compte 3 o 4 persones, segons la mida i els llits. Avantatge a un balcó versos una cabina exterior o interior és la privacitat. La seva habitació dóna a un balcó que té cadires i una taula perquè pugui relaxar-se després d'un dur dia d'exploració. Mirant un augment sol del matí d'hora amb el cafè del matí o una tarda en la nit de vela-a-way amb la seva beguda preferida és la pena el preu.
Mini-Suites
Són en general entre 250 a 350 peus quadrats i compta amb un balcó. Vénen amb 2 llits estàndard o una reina que es converteixen ja sigui un rei o reina amb una àrea d'estar independent. També s'inclou una zona de bar, un passeig en un bany de vanitat, dipòsit d'equipatge en els armaris de la grandària, els telèfons, més d'un o dos televisors. Mini-suites amb capacitat per a 4 de nou depenent de la ubicació i la grandària.
Suites
Generalment es troben entre 350 a 14.000 metres quadrats i vénen en diferents categories. Estan equipades amb totes les comoditats de la mini-suite, però amb dos o tres o més dormitoris amb habitació dels nens al costat. Altres coses que es troben en les suites són reproductors de DVD amb pel · lícules de pagament, connexió per a iPod i terminals d'ordinador. Els banys són generalment una àrea separada amb la caminada en tines tipus jacuzzi i dutxes separades amb vestuaris grans i walk-in closets separats. Les suites tenen una sala d'estar i àrea de servei de majordom. Totes les suites (a excepció de Mini) tenen un majordom a temps complet i servei de consergeria que es farà càrrec de tot el seu sol · licitud i necessitats (de l'organització d'excursions als acords de restaurants amb una simple trucada telefònica) des del moment del check-in fins que surten de la nau. Un altre dels avantatges d'adoptar un conjunt és que se'ls dóna preferència al facturar o fora de la nau.
Penseu en la possibilitat d'actualitzar!
Mai està de més demanar a la d'una comparació de costos entre categories de cabines. Vostè pot ser sorprès de trobar per menys de $ 100 per persona a la que pot estar en un balcó o suite. Sempre pregunti al seu agent de viatges sobre les ofertes de creuers especials i ofertes d'última hora. Vostè pot estalviar centenars de dòlars al meu treball en estreta col · laboració amb la seva agència de viatges. Amb tots aquests grans serveis disponibles a un cost raonable, per què no prendre un creuer? Segueixi l'enllaç al meu lloc de creuers.
Windstar presenta el seu Calendari 2012
31 maig 2011 pel administrador
Filed under Creuers i Viatges de bloc , les idees de viatge , les Notícies de viatges
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Carnestoltes oferirà creuers de Canadà de Boston i Nova York
29 maig 2011 pel administrador
Filed under Creuers i Viatges de bloc , les idees de viatge , les Notícies de viatges
Carnival Cruise Lines operarà, per primera vegada, un ampli horari dels viatges de Boston amb una sèrie d'anada i tornada de quatre i cinc dies de l'Est a bord de creuers de Canadà al començament del Carnaval 2974, Glòria de passatgers al juny de 2012. Carnestoltes serà l'única línia de creuers ofereixen creuers curts de Boston a l'Organització Marítima canadenca.
En el nou programa, Carnival Glory sortirà de la recentment renovada Terminal Falcó Negre Creuer per quatre dies "llargs" de cap de setmana els creuers que surten de dijous a Saint John, New Brunswick, i els viatges de cinc dies amb sortida els dilluns i els dissabtes a Halifax, Nova Escòcia, i Sant Joan. El programa operarà 10 juny fins 26 juliol 2012. Un creuer de set dies s'oferiran 03-10 juny, 2012, amb la visita a Portland, Maine, i Saint John, Halifax i Sydney, Nova Escòcia.
"Les instal · lacions Massport són motors econòmics de la regió de Nova Anglaterra i s'espera que dels $ 11 milions en millores de capital en el Falcó Negre Terminal de creuers que no només s'aprecia pels més de 300.000 passatgers que utilitzen les instal · lacions cada any, però generaria un interès renovat de les línies de creuers al Port de Boston ", va dir Thomas J. Kinton Jr, conseller delegat Massport i director executiu. "Portar a Carnival Cruise Lines a Boston per al servei regular no només les bones notícies econòmiques, que proporcionarà els residents de Nova Anglaterra més opcions en vacances en creuer."
Després dels seus creuers de Boston, Carnival Glory tornarà a col · locar a Nova York per una sèrie de quatre dies de viatges a Sant Joan i els viatges de cinc dies a Sant Joan i el Halifax 1 agost a través de 03 de setembre 2012. Carnival Glory també oferirà cinc creuers d'una setmana de durada fullatge de tardor d'anada i tornada des de Nova York a Halifax, Saint John, Boston i Portland, Maine. Dates de sortida inclouen setembre 8, 15 de setembre, 22 de setembre, 29 de setembre i el 6 octubre 2012.
El vaixell també operarà un seguit de creuers d'anada i tornada des de Norfolk, Virginia, a la primavera i la tardor. Primavera de sis dies de sortides Bahames estarà disponible el 15 de maig, 21 de maig i 27 de maig. A la tardor, hi haurà sis dies de creuers Bahames surten 14 d'octubre i 22 d'octubre, un període de cinc dies de creuer per les Bahames el 28 d'octubre, i un creuer de dos dies el 20 d'octubre de 2012.
Les reserves estan sent acceptades per als viatges del Glory Carnival de Boston, Nova York i Norfolk. Per obtenir més informació, truqui al 800-308-3077 i parlar amb un agent de viatges Avoya avui.
Princess Cruise Lines Celebra gossos guia
29 maig 2011 pel administrador
Filed under Blog , les idees de viatges , Travel News
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NCL Per basar 5 vaixells al Carib el 2012 i 2013
5 gener 2011 pel administrador
Arxivat sota Idees de viatges , Travel News
Norwegian Cruise Line va anunciar el seu desplegament el Carib per a la temporada 2012-13 amb els itineraris de Miami, Tampa i Nova Orleans.
Aquests creuers a la venda avui per al públic en general el 5 de gener. Per reservar us plau truqui al 1-800-308-3077 per parlar amb un agent.
A Miami, l'epopeia de 4.100 passatgers de Noruega
Es continuarà alternant set dies d'Orient i Occident creuers pel Carib surten els dissabtes de 03 de novembre 2012, al 13 d'abril de 2013. Els creuers del Carib Oriental, una crida a St Maarten, St Thomas i Nassau. Els creuers pel Carib Occidental parada a Costa Maya i Cozumel, Mèxic, i Roatán, Illes de la Badia, Hondures.
Norwegian Jewel
Amb Nickelodeon a la programació familiar del Mar, juntament amb el Norwegian Epic, també navegarà alternant set dies d'Orient i Occident creuers pel Carib sortint des de Miami el diumenge del 14 d'octubre de 2012, del 14 d'abril de 2013. Els creuers del Carib Oriental, una crida a Samaná, República Dominicana, St Thomas, Tortola i Nassau. Els creuers pel Carib occidental visiten Great Stirrup Cay, l'illa privada de Noruega a les Bahames, Ocho Ríos, Jamaica, Gran Caiman i Cozumel.
Norwegian Sun
Navegarem a 10 - i 11 dies de creuers pel Carib Sud des de Miami del 14 d'octubre de 2012, al 10 d'abril de 2013. El creuer de 10 dies demana a St Thomas, Dominica, Barbados, Santa Lucia i Sant Martí. El creuer de 11 dies demana a Cartagena, Colòmbia, Aruba, Curaçao, St Maarten i St Thomas. Norwegian Sun també navegarà a una de set dies de creuer pel Carib Occidental de Port Cañaveral el 14 d'abril de 2012, amb escales a Cozumel, Gran Caiman, Ocho Ríos, i Great Stirrup Cay.
Norwegian Dawn
A Tampa, el Norwegian Dawn 2224 passatgers reemplaçarà a vela Norwegian Star 23 de set dies pel Carib Occidental creuers que surten els diumenges d'11 de novembre 2012 i al 14 d'abril de 2013. El vaixell recalarà a Roatan, Belize City, Costa Maya i Cozumel.
Norwegian Star
Es port base a Nova Orleans durant l'hivern i la primavera, que ofereix set dies occidentals creuers pel Carib cada diumenge amb els ports d'escala, incloent la Costa Maya, Cozumel, Belize City i Roatán.
NCL també oferirà 11 creuers de reposicionament
Que van des d'una zona costanera del Pacífic de quatre dies a un canal de 17 dies a Panamà de 15 abril-26 octubre 2012, amb sortida des de Miami, Tampa, Nova York, Los Angeles, Vancouver i Quebec. Per primera vegada, la línia de creuers ofereix un 16-dia "Amèrica Colonial" al creuer de Norwegian Dawn a la ciutat de Quebec a Tampa el 26 d'octubre de 2012, demanant a Portland, Maine, Boston, Nova York, Baltimore, Maryland; Norfolk, Virginia, Charleston, Carolina del Sud, Miami i Key West.
Dos Creuers d'un dia
D'altra banda, Norwegian Cruise Lines s'oferirà des de Miami, el Norwegian Jewel el 12 d'octubre de 2012, i des de Nova York, el Norwegian Gem el 28 de setembre de 2012. Per obtenir més informació, truqui al 1-800-308-3077 o visiti www.AvoyaTravel.com .
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Dining The choice is yours. With Freestyle Cruising, you travel a world of dining options all in one week. From elegant French bistros and Italian trattorias to sushi and tapas bars, and more, there's a different dining option for almost every night of your cruise. With up to 10 different restaurants, each featuring a diverse an ever-changing menu, you'll always find exactly what you're in the mood for. And there are no fixed seating's. Imagine restaurants open from 5:30 pm to midnight so that you can choose from an early dinner before the show or a later romantic dinner for the two of you. And of course there's always the option of 24-hour room service. You're free to dine where, when and with whom you choose.
Attire
Wear what you want. Dress according to your mood. It is your vacation. “Resort casual” attire is as dressy as you'll ever have to get for dinner. But if it's elegance you're dreaming of, we invite you to indulge. Many of our restaurants offer formal options. If you prefer more casual dress, that's fine, too. How you dress is up to you. Service
You're about to be pampered. By adding additional crew-members to every ship in our fleet we're able to offer exceptional service. With almost one crew-member per stateroom, you can be assured you'll be very well taken care of when you cruise with us.
Activities Do everything, or nothing at all. For those who prefer to be active, our new Life Style Program features adventurous Shore Excursions, art auctions, health and wellness programs, cooking demonstrations – all kinds of activities aimed at challenging your mind as well as your body. Or you can simply relax and enjoy not having a schedule to follow. We pick the ports, but the rest of the day is your call.
SeaDream Set To Debut In Norwegian Fjords Sailings This Year
January 4, 2011 by admin
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SeaDream Yacht Club's 112-guest SeaDream I will make its Baltic and Norwegian fjord debut this year, starting with an 11-night voyage May 28 to June 8 from Hamburg, Germany, to Bergen, Norway. Included on the itinerary is a transit of the Kiel Canal, the villages of Faaborg, Denmark, and Marstrand, Sweden, and eight days sailing the fjords.
SeaDream I will be the first cruise vessel to visit Faaborg on Denmark's island of Fyn (home of Hans Christian Andersen). SeaDream guests will have the opportunity to race historical sailing ships in Faaborg. Additional highlights of this voyage include a call on Lillesand, Norway. Due to the small size of Lillesand, larger cruise vessels do not visit this quaint village. Known for its charming white-painted “Captain's houses” and its maritime history, SeaDream guests will see how Norwegians spend their summers. Skjaergaarden, the tiny islands near Lillesand, have summer homes belonging to Norway's wealthiest.
The cruise concludes in Bergen, Norway, with a beach barbeque on a nearby island. As the calendar approaches June 21, the longest day of the year, the Midnight Sun bathes Norway with nearly 24 hours of light.
Rates start at $7,099 per person plus fees. SeaDream's inclusive pricing includes ocean-view accommodations, gourmet meals, wine with lunch and dinner, open bar with selected premium brands, gratuities, use of mountain bikes and more. For more information, call 800-308-3077 or visit www.AvoyaTravel.com .
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SeaDream Yacht Club takes America's Vacation Center customers to the intimate yachting playgrounds, harbors, and ports where large cruise ships simply cannot go – sailing April – November, in Europe and the Mediterranean and November – April in the Caribbean.
SeaDream Yacht Club – It's Yachting, Not Cruising
SeaDream Yacht Club's twin mega-yachts SeaDream I and SeaDream II were designed as prototypes for the ultra-luxury yachting experience. SeaDream Yacht Club ships reflect a passion for style, quality, and casual perfection.
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Travel Smart Travel News
January 1, 2011 by admin
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Gener 2011
When it comes to your vacation plans the most important person should be your Travel Planner. An expert travel planner is a person who is well traveled, knowledgeable and trained to meet your travel and vacation needs. Not only will they find you the best value for your travel dollar, they will be the go to person if things go wrong. With new rules and travel restrictions coming out daily, by our government, you need a Travel Agent to keep you informed and safe during your travel. I am proud to announce I have expanded Travel Smart to include America's Vacation Center and American Express to serve you in all your travel need. To view the most up to date information please go to my website: www.CruisesbyCaptBob.com .
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Fishing and Cruising :it can't get better than that .
12/1/2010
Princess Cruises Creates New Alaska Cruise tour Just for Fishing Fans in 2011
14-Day Cruise Vacation Package Includes Excursions to Some of State's Most Famous Fishing Grounds
Battle Ground, Washington (December 1, 2010) — Princess Cruises has introduced a new Alaska cruisetour option just for fishermen (and women) as part of the 2011 season. This new 14-day land/sea vacation includes special excursions just for anglers, with opportunities to cast their lines in some of the state's premiere fishing spots.
Els participants en el tour de nou pot provar sort en la pesca del salmó al Passatge Interior de Ketchik
una pesca, la part inferior de halibut prop de Juneau, i la pesca fluvial a dos rius d'Alaska - el Kenai i Talkeetna - en les excursions de Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge i el muntanya. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge.
"La pesca és una part tan emblemàtica de l'experiència d'Alaska, que tenia sentit per oferir un recorregut especial sobretot per a aquells que vulguin dedicar el seu temps en l'esport", va dir Jan Swartz, Princesa Cruises vicepresident executiu. "Comptem amb una varietat d'experiències de pesca perquè els nostres passatgers poden obtenir una mostra de la varietat de possibilitats de pesca a tot l'estat."
The new fishing cruisetour includes a seven-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise through the Gulf of Alaska featuring scenic cruising in Glacier Bay National Park, plus two nights at the Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge, two nights at the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, two nights at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge and one night in Anchorage. Participants will not only enjoy fishing tours throughout their vacation but also scenic travel via Princess Rail and a Natural History Tour in Denali National Park.
Fishing excursions include:
Alaska Sportfishing Expedition (Ketchikan) Participants can experience the thrill of fishing in the “Salmon Capital of the World” in the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage. Passengers will travel in a large, heated cabin cruiser and can test their salmon sportfishing skills on a five-hour expedition to troll for king salmon, pink salmon, chum salmon, and silver salmon, depending on the season.
Halibut/Bottom Sportfishing Adventure (Juneau) This excursion takes a small group on a journey to
experience bottom fishing for halibut, Pacific cod, arrow-tooth flounder and nearly a dozen species of rockfish, depending on the season. The five-hour experience includes fishing in 180 to 350 feet of water with bait or plastic lures near the ocean's bottom. Bottom fishing appeals to anglers of all experience levels, as fish are easy to hook and usually very abundant. During the trip to the fishing grounds, participants may also spot some of the region's other wildlife, including whales and sea lions.
Kenai Upper River Sportfishing (Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge) Famed for its trophy-sized fish, the beautiful upper Kenai River is one of the finest recreational areas in Alaska.
Tour participants can experience world-class fishing surrounded by dazzling mountain scenery aboard a non-motorized drift boat or raft. Anglers will be catching either sockeye salmon, Dolly Varden or rainbow trout, according to the season.
Alaska Sport fishing (Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge) Both experienced and novice fishing fans will enjoy testing their luck on the Talkeetna River. Anglers will travel by boat to a secluded fishing spot in the shadow of Mt. McKinley, where they will cast for king, silver or red salmon, rainbow trout, grayling and Dolly Varden, depending on the season. An experienced guide will steer the group to the area's optimum fishing holes.
All tours follo
w fishing seasons and regulations as determined by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G). Fishing licenses are not included in the package price; participants can purchase appropriate licenses at each location or directly from the ADF&G. Passengers must be at least 12 years old to participate in the cruisetour.
Fares for the new fishing cruisetours begin at $3,248 per person, based on double occupancy.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent at 1-800-308-3077 or , by calling 1-800-PRINCESS, or by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com.
If Golf is your Game

Hawaii està esquitxada d'alguns dels millors camps de golf i bella, sens dubte, al món. Being that courses are playable year-round, Hawaii is host to many golf tournaments throughout the year. January kicks off 2011 with some of the most prominent tournaments in the PGA tour circuit.
The Hyundai Tournament of Champions takes place at Maui's Kapalua Resort, on the Plantation Course from January 3 thru January 9, 2011 with a kick-off event on January 2, 2011. The event is free and open to the public. The 2011 tournament will feature a number of new activities that include Hawaiian cultural activities, trick shot exhibition, swing analysis, and entertainment. A Pro/Celebrity shootout will also feature Hawaii State Junior Golf Association participants. The Hyundai Tournament of Champions features the winners from the prior year's season competing for $5.6 million. Don't miss out on Hawaii's premier sporting event.
For more information on the Hyundai Tournament Championship, please click here .
The Sony Open in Hawaii is a “Friends of Hawaii” Charities event that is the first full field event of the 2011 PGA TOUR. It takes place on the island of Oahu at the Waialae Country Club. Past champions include Vijay Singh, Ernie Els and Jerry Kelly. The event raises money for local Hawaiian charities. Since 1999, over $5 million has been raised. The 2011 Sony Open in Hawaii will be held from January 10 thru January 16, 2011 from 12:00 noon daily.
For more information on the 2011 Sony Open in Hawaii, please visit: sonyopeninhawaii.com
On Hawaii's Big Island, the 2011 Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai, a PGA TOUR Champions Tour tournament competition among all official money-event champions of the 2009 and 2010 seasons, winners of the majors since 2005 and eight professionals by invitation with 15 or more career victories, including one major, will be held January 18-23, 2011 at the Hualalai Resort. The golf competition will be held on the Hualalai Golf Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus, and tournament guests will be able to enjoy the beautiful Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Kaupulehu.
For more information on the 2011 Mitsubishi Electric Championship, please click here .
Huge cruise ship favorites are making a big splash this year!
With tons of at-sea firsts in dining, entertainment, activities, and more, you'll come across endless excitement onboard some of the top big cruise ships of 2010. For an unforgettable cruise vacation to favorite destinations , now's the time to set sail on some of the world's most groundbreaking cruise ships currently at sea!
Onboard a huge cruise ship, you'll encounter many larger-than-life experiences that will make you feel like you're sailing on a magnificent floating resort! Boasting spectacular innovations such as thrilling sky-high waterslides, zip-lines, and more, these record-breaking mega ships offer guests countless options for an amazing cruise vacation.
Royal Caribbean's World's Largest Cruise Ships
On 7-night sailings onboard the Oasis of the Seas and the upcoming Allure of the Seas , you can experience Royal Caribbean's record-breaking twin mega ships. Onboard the largest ships in the world , every day of your cruise vacation will be filled with awe-inspiring adventures! Featuring many at-sea firsts such as an open-air Central Park neighborhood, a spine-tingling zip-line over the ship's Boardwalk, and a breathtaking AquaTheater that showcases high-diving aerial acrobats and spectacular water shows all in front of an ocean backdrop, your sailing will truly be exceptional onboard Royal Caribbean's newest ships . And, with the Allure of the Seas making its debut in December 2010, you can enjoy Royal Caribbean's highly anticipated DreamWorks Animation programming that will feature character parades, 3D movies, and more. With exclusive pricing and amenities valued at up to $100 , America's Vacation Center / Avoya Travel guests can enjoy the magnificence of Royal Caribbean's largest cruise ships!
Big Splendors with Carnival Cruises
Sail on 7-night Carnival Splendor cruises to experience Carnival Cruises' dazzling huge cruise ship! From the port city of Los Angeles, sail to Mexico while experiencing spectacular mega ship features that will make you feel like you're in a city of your own at sea. From taking a swing at the 9-hole mini-golf course, enjoying a rejuvenating spa treatment in the 21,000-square-foot two-level spa and gym facility , relaxing with ocean views in the private Serenity Adult-Only oasis while the kids are having a blast in the 5,500 square-foot children's playroom, and much more, there's something new to do every day onboard the Carnival Splendor ! To chill out under the sun, slide down the three-deck high Twister Waterslide or watch movies, concerts, sporting events, and more in front of the poolside jumbo-sized Seaside Theater screen. And, America's Vacation Center / Avoya Travel guests can experience the big splendors of this ship with incredible reduced pricing !
An Epic, Huge Cruise Ship from Norwegian Cruise Line
During 7-night Norwegian Epic sailings , you'll encounter a truly 'epic' huge cruise ship experience! Onboard, choose from up to 21 different dining options that include the Argentinian-inspired Churrascaria, enjoy a day of relaxation at the largest-ever spa at sea , or take a thrilling drop down the 200-foot long Epic Plunge water tube! Also featuring incredible firsts such as an Ice Bar inspired by the original ice hotels in Scandinavia, vibrant entertainment from the Blue Man Group , and unique 'New Wave' accommodations complete with modern curved architecture and domed ceilings, you'll discover many astonishing features onboard this incredible mega ship. With exclusive pricing and amenities valued at up to $137 on Norwegian Epic sailings, you can experience an unforgettable cruise vacation!
A New Era of Large Ships from Celebrity Cruises
On 7-night Celebrity Cruises Solstice class sailings , you can experience some of Celebrity Cruises newest, largest, and most innovative ships. Exclusive to Celebrity Cruises' Solstice class, you can enjoy a picnic or round of bocce ball on a real half-acre grass lawn at the first-ever Lawn Club . Also featuring the Celebrity Life series of programming, you can taste specialty wines from Celebrity Cruises' sommeliers, learn one of 13 languages during Rosetta Stone courses, witness professionals from the Corning Museum of Glass create incredible pieces of art during the interactive Hot Glass Show , and beyond.
Huge cruise ships have introduced many groundbreaking features in 2010, and now's the time to end this year with a big splash onboard these amazing mega ships. To begin your huge cruise ship vacation, contact your America's Vacation Center / Avoya Travel Personal Vacation Planner today!
For more information, call 800-308-3077 and mention Discount Code 9094# to speak with an AVC Personal Vacation Planner today!
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Getting the Best Air Fares:
There is a wide variety of air fares available to travelers. This fact sheet will help you choose the one that's best for you.
Be flexible in your travel plans in order to get the lowest fare. The best deals may be limited to travel on certain days of the week (often Tuesday through Thursday, or Friday night through Sunday morning) or particular hours of the day (eg, late-night departures). This applies to each of your flights, not just the first flight in your itinerary. After you get a fare quote, ask the reservations agent if you could save even more by flying a day earlier or later, or by taking a different flight on the same day. Or simply ask the agent what the lowest fare is, and what you need to do to qualify for it.
Discount seats are usually “blacked out” during holiday periods. However, you might be able to get a discount fare if you fly on the holiday itself (eg, New Year's day).
Plan as far ahead as you can. Most airlines set aside only a few seats on many desirable flights at the lower rates. The real best bargains often sell out very quickly. On the other hand, if a particular flight is not selling as well as expected, air carriers sometimes make more discount seats available for a particular flight just before the advance-purchase deadline expires. For example, if the lowest fare has a 21-day advance-purchase requirement but is sold out for most dates, and you can go any time, ask about fare availability on flights 21 or 22 days from when you call.
While planning ahead is a good general rule, if you can bide your time you might encounter a “fare sale.” Many airlines put seats on sale for brief periods several times a year (although you usually can purchase tickets for flights weeks or months after the end of the sale period). It is difficult to predict when these sales will occur, although they often fall during times when people are less likely to buy airline tickets (eg early autumn or right immediately after New Years).
In a large metropolitan area, the fare could depend on which airport you use. For example, if you are going to Southeast Florida and plan to rent a car, it might not make much difference if you fly to Miami or Ft. Lauderdale, except for ticket price. Also, a connection (change of planes) or a one-stop flight is sometimes cheaper than a nonstop. Always check on alternate airports and routings when pricing a ticket.
Look into all airlines that serve the market you are interested in, including low-cost carriers that offer low fares. Many times the major carriers will match the fares of a low-cost airline between the same cities; but often this will only be for a certain limited number of seats on each flight. On a low-cost carrier, find out what you get for your money: baggage transfers from one carrier to another, meals, advance seat assignments, etc. Note that small airlines sometimes have only one flight per day in many markets, and they frequently will not reroute you on another airline if your flight is canceled or delayed. In such cases you may have to wait until the next day to fly.
Ask about all restrictions on your fare. Typical requirements for discount fares include purchasing a round-trip ticket, buying the ticket a certain number of days before departure (eg, for many fares, at least 14 or 21 days before you leave), purchasing the ticket within 24 hours of making a reservation, staying over a Saturday night, traveling during a certain time of the year, staying no more than 30 days, and, as discussed below, refund/change restrictions.
Ask about your ability to change or cancel your flight if you need to. Even if you get sick, you cannot assume you will get a refund. In fact, most discount tickets now are non-refundable, but can be applied toward the purchase of other tickets on the same carrier. You must usually pay an administrative charge and any difference between the fares for the old and new flights when you do this.
Consider using a travel agent. Agents usually do not charge a fee (they get a commission from the airline), and they can tell you about “consolidators” and other sources of discounted seats that are not available directly from the airline. However, consolidator seats can have even more severe restrictions than the airlines' own deep-discount fares, particularly if the flight is delayed or canceled. A few travel agents sometimes have access to special deals with a particular airline (either discounts or extra services). If you are flying to a popular foreign destination, or to Las Vegas or Hawaii, ask the travel agent about Public Charters. These charters sometimes offer lower fares, but again with significant restrictions that are spelled out in an operator/participant contract that you should review carefully.
Ask the travel agent if the city where you live or the city where you are going is an airline “hub.” If it is, fares may be higher than for flights to other nearby cities because of reduced competition. Someone who lives at a hub might save money by leaving from another nearby city, even if they end up connecting through the hub to get to their destination.
A number of airlines send e-mail messages every week to receive notification of last-minute fare specials for departures within the next few days. See the airlines' World Wide Web sites for information about these programs, or call their reservations line. For a list of airline web sites, go to http://www.airlines.com (Do not assume that an airline reservation agent or travel agent will be aware of the fares offered to e-mail subscribers.)
Many airlines offer a seniors discount off any fare to travelers over a certain age. In addition, some carriers offer bereavement and emergency illness fares with varying documentation requirements and discounts.
If you are a member of an airline's frequent-flyer program and you are considering buying a promotional or deep-discount fare, ask if that fare will earn frequent-flyer miles.
After you buy your ticket, you may wish to call the airline or travel agent once or twice before departure to confirm your reservations and check the fare. Fares change all the time, and if that same fare goes down before you fly, some airlines will refund the difference. But you have to ask.
American Express Survey Shows Demand Up for Business Travel
Published on: June 29, 2010

American Express Business Travel says its figures show improving demand for business travel, which is giving some pricing power back to suppliers, particularly airlines. Airfare rates are holding steady and business travelers are trickling back to the front of the plane. The hotel sector still lags in pricing power, but demand will continue to better position its rebound, while simultaneously going through a shift in destination trends — signaling the on-going transition and staying power of the “new normal” in business travel.
International airfares increased 3 percent year over year, while domestic fares were up 6 percent. Historically there has been close to an even split of passengers flying businesses class versus economy for international travel. However, during the heart of the recession last year — particularly in the second quarter of 2009 — the percentage of tickets booked in business class hit its lowest rate at 36 percent. As the trend now shows, percentage rates are on the rise, indicating business travelers are moving back to the front of the plane.
American Express said that despite the modest return in business travel, hotel prices are still lagging because unlike the airlines where planes could be grounded to accommodate change in demand, the same cannot be said for a hotel. Because of this, hotel suppliers are lacking pricing power even as travelers return to the road – keeping rates low. But as the recovery continually gains momentum, higher occupancy levels will position suppliers to begin demanding premium pricing again – and buyers should work to cultivate supplier relationships now to mitigate future price increases.
London, Paris, Frankfurt, Dubai and Amsterdam were the top cities for business travelers in 2009. While the destinations have remained the same in the first quarter of 2010, ranking has not. In 2010, London remained in the top spot, with Frankfurt pushing into the number two spot, seeing a growth of 28 percent more trips, while Paris fell to number three. Amsterdam surpassed Dubai to take the fourth spot, with Dubai seeing 21 percent fewer trips this year. In Asia, the top three business travel destinations remain the same for the first quarter of 2010 compared with the first quarter 2009: Tokyo, Shanghai and Singapore. Hong Kong, however, was pushed out by Beijing as the fourth most popular business travel hot spot in 2010. For more information, visit www.americanexpress.com .
For more information please contact me at TravelSmart@WildBlue.net or call at 1-800-308-3077.
AMA Waterways Fleet Expands to 12 River Ships
Published on: June 29, 2010

AMA Waterways has expanded its fleet of vessels to 12 with the launch of the 162-passenger Amabella, which will be marketed primarily in the Australian market. The Amabella's features include staterooms averaging 214 square feet and double balconies. Amabella also has a chef's table restaurant that seats 24 and has a private chef, a library with fireplace and a swimming pool.
The vessel also features AMA Waterways' newly-upgraded infotainment system, offering complimentary high-speed Internet access, complimentary first-run movies, classic films and computing options for those maintaining email contact or blogging during their holiday. The entire vessel has complimentary Wi-Fi as do all the AMA Waterways vessels on the Danube, Rhine, Main and Mosel rivers.
Amabella joins Amadolce (2009), Amalyra (2009), Amadante (2008), Amacello (2008), Amalegro (2007) and Amadagio (2006), ships with French balconies, complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with dinner, and a fleet of bicycles for passenger use. In 2011 the line will launch Amaverde in Europe, a sister ship to Amabella.
In Southeast Asia, the new Amalotus will join La Marguerite, which debuted on the Mekong River in autumn 2009 as part of the new “Vietnam, Cambodia and the Riches of the Mekong” itinerary. The company said it is building a new Mekong ship because of the “tremendous success” of the inaugural season of the program. The 124-passenger Amalotus will feature 226-square-foot deluxe staterooms, with more than 82 percent featuring balconies. Junior suites are 290 square feet and suites are 452 square feet. Like La Marguerite, Amalotus will sail seven-night Mekong River between from Siem Reap, Cambodia, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
In Russia, the refurbished Amakatarina will launch in the spring on the Volga-Baltic Waterway between Moscow and St. Petersburg. The vessel will have 10 stateroom categories, including four suite categories and accommodations up to 432 square feet. Seventy-six staterooms have balconies, and the vessel will include an alternative restaurant, conference hall, sauna and solarium. AMA Waterways also continues to offer its “Provence & Spain ” program featuring a seven-night cruise from Lyon to Arles on the Swiss Pearl. For more information, call 800-626-0126 or visit www.amawaterways.com .
Costa Cruises' 15th Ship, Favolosa, Launched in Italy
Published on: August 9, 2010

Costa Cruises' newest ship, the Costa Favolosa, took to the sea for the first time on Friday, Aug. 6, at a ceremony held at Fincantieri's Marghera shipyard. The 114,500-ton, 3,000-passenger Favolosa will sail on its first cruise in July 2011. It is the fourth of five ships delivered or set to be delivered between 2009 and 2012 for Costa. The total investment in the five new ships is worth 2.4 billion euros. In spring 2012, the Costa Fascinosa, a sister ship to Favolosa, will complete Costa's fleet expansion program.
“The launch of the Costa Favolosa confirms the strength and leadership of our company,” said Gianni Onorato, president of Costa Crociere SpA “Despite the ongoing effects of the economic downturn in 2010 and the uncertain outlook for global tourism, our fleet expansion program has continued uninterrupted. The strength of our brand, which comes with a guarantee of over 60 years of experience, and the quality of our product have proved to be winning assets, highly appreciated by our customers. That is confirmed also by the positive results in terms of bookings achieved this summer and forecasts suggest we will end 2010 with 2.1 million total guests for the group as a whole, which works out to an increase of around 17 percent compared to last year.”
The construction of each newbuild involves the labor of around 3,000 people, comprising Fincantieri's own employees and those of about 500 contracted suppliers, most of which are Italian firms. In overall terms, the fleet investment program launched in 2000 by Costa Crociere SpA Group (comprising Costa Cruises as well as the German AIDA Cruises and Iberocruceros, which operates mainly for the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking markets) is worth some 9.3 billion euros.
The ceremony for the launch of the Costa Favolosa observed the protocol laid down for such occasions by seafaring tradition. The director of the shipyard invited the godmother, Beatrice Siri, to cut the ribbon, sending a bottle of champagne against the bow of the ship. Siri, new building and special projects deputy of Costa Cruises, has been directly involved in the construction of the fleet's last six ships, including the Costa Favolosa. On March 8, she received the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic from the president of the republic, Giorgio Napolitano. After the opening of the valves and the gradual flooding of the slipway where the ship has taken shape over the last few months, the hull of the Costa Favolosa was transferred for the first time to the sea. The launch was preceded by the welding of a coin to the base of what used to be the mainmast in a ceremony traditionally considered to augur well.
As the name suggests (Favola is Italian for “fairy tale”), the Costa Favolosa is intended to interpret the excitement and emotion of people who view the cruise as a magical voyage in a contemporary enchanted castle. The main innovations onboard include six suites with private verandas and Jacuzzis; a new entertainment area for teenagers, comprising 4D Cinema, PlayStation World, a bar with ice cream, drinks and popcorn, and a dance floor; a children's game room; and a new open-air water playground with a pirate galleon. Facilities will include the Samsara Spa; a large lido extending over two decks, with a sliding glass roof and giant movie screen; a Grand Prix driving simulator; and a golf simulator.
The Costa Favolosa will be equipped for “cold ironing,” a system whereby the ship is plugged into shoreside electrical power, enabling generators to be shut down during stopovers in port.
The Costa Favolosa is set to debut on a three-day cruise departing from Venice on July 4, 2011, and calling at Dubrovnik, Croatia, and Koper, Slovenia. This will be followed by a grand inaugural cruise, which leaves Venice on July 7. This 10-day cruise will visit Israel, Greece and Turkey with stopovers in Bari, Corfu, Haifa, Izmir and Dubrovnik. Throughout the 2011 summer season, the Costa Favolosa will offer seven-day cruises from Venice and Bari, Italy , to Olympia, Greece ; Izmir and Istanbul, Turkey ; and Dubrovnik, Croatia. For more information, call 800-308-3077 or visit www.costacruises.com .
Crystal to Host Top Chefs on 15th Annual Wine & Food Series
Crystal Cruises' 15th annual Wine & Food Experiences of Discovery series in 2011 will feature three-star Michelin Chef Heinz Beck, Master Chef Andre Soltner and celebrity Chef Jon Ashton. Seven cruises through South America, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Alaska and the Mexican Riviera will include guest chefs, wine experts and mixologists. The roster also includes Alexis Kahn, wine director at L'Ecôle French Culinary Institute, and 2010 Bartender of the Year and “Green Mixologist” H. Joseph Ehrmann of San Francisco's Elixir, renowned for its organic, locally sourced ingredients.
Days at sea will feature chefs' demonstrations, wine tastings, pairing sessions and lessons on making cocktails. The guest chefs will also craft a dinner menu of their specialties. Select voyages will offer sushi-making classes with Crystal's Nobu-trained chefs in Silk Road and The Sushi Bar. For more information, call 800-308-3077 or visit www.crystalcruises.com .
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Alaska And Cruise Lines Finally See Eye To Eye
December 12, 2010 by admin
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Cruise lines head back to Alaska
After sailing a-way from the State of Alaska, which seemed hell-bended to tax cruise ships out of their coastal waters, many cruise lines are now heading back to the ports of the land of the midnight sun with more ships, more sailings and more capacity.
Earlier this year, the Alaska legislature, on the heels of a terrible revenue and low-capacity season, voted to lower the previously raised head tax on cruise passengers. With the news of a new lower head tax , Princess Cruises announced it will be adding a fourth ship to it's popular Voyage of the Glaciers run after two years of running at reduced capacity.
“We are particularly appreciative of the efforts of Governor Sean Parnell and the Alaska state legislature that have resulted in meaningful progress toward resolving the challenges facing Alaska's recovery as a cruise destination,” said Princess President and CEO Alan Bucklew.
Today's announcement by Norwegian Cruise Lines to position it ship, the Norwegian Jewel, on an inside passage itinerary from Seattle is the latest in a string of “Thanks for reducing the head tax” moves by the cruise lines. This year, joining the Norwegian Pearl , the Norwegian Jewel will sail Alaska's inside passage, sailing to Glacier Bay from Seattle, replacing Norwegian Star that will sail to Bermuda for the first time from her new home in New York City.
As some cruise lines head back to Alaska, first timers are throwing in their lot by adding capacity to Alaska Cruise Market.
Disney Cruise Line is sailing North with Disney Wonder as the line doubles its size by adding Disney Dream debuting in January and Disney Fantasy in 2012. Another first-timer, Oceania Cruises will send their Regatta on a series of departures from San Francisco, Vancouver or Anchorage. Alaska is second most popular cruise destination in the world































































