Adults Afloat It's no secret that a Disney cruise can be the perfect getaway for a family traveling with kids - activities, tropical islands, and Disney Characters are just a few of the elements on a cruise that almost guarantee a good trip with th
Published on: January 29, 2008 (Modern Agent) Cruise Planners, a South Florida-based national cruise agency with a franchised network of more than 700 travel professionals, has been ranked as the No. 1 cruise agency franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine
First Look at the Norwegian Gem December 19, 2007 The Norwegian Gem is the newest and last vessel in NCL's Jewel Class, which has brought NCL's signature Freestyle Cruising to the next level. Those who have not sailed NCL in a while will see pl
Try a theme cruise Sunning yourself by the pool and stuffing yourself at the buffet are indulgences that cruise ship passengers expect to enjoy at sea. But an onboard performance by Grammy Award-winning blues singer Taj Mahal? Or a cooking class give
Published on: April 9, 2008
Grand Turk Cruise Center announced an increase in the number of ship calls as well as the opening of additional retail stores in 2008. In addition to vendors selling local crafts and souvenirs, the facility also features such recognizable names as Margaritaville, Little Switzerland, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Bruno Fine Art, Goodmark Jewelers and the cruise center's anchor retail tenant, duty-free giant Dufry. Officials at the Grand Turk Cruise Center expect more than 200 cruise ship calls accounting for 400,000 passengers in 2008, up from 180 calls and 380,000 passengers last year. Located on 13 acres of beachfront property on Grand Turk, in the Turks & Caicos Islands, the Grand Turk Cruise Center boasts more than 40 retail shops. For more information, visit www.grandturkcc.com.
Girlfriends' getaways - where women travel with other women and leave the menfolk home - are booming. And the phenomenon is not just about bachelorette parties or 20-somethings on spring break.
Celebrity Cruises once again will offer four- and five-night Caribbean sailings in the 2009-10 winter Caribbean season on the Celebrity Century.
An African Safari is an opportunity of a lifetime.
When deciding on a short holiday or tour, it can be hard to choose between soaking up a destination's culture and going out to have fun and party. If you like beer, you can do both at once. Beer has never been more popular than now, and brewery and pu
Welcome to paradise. We're counting down Caribbean resorts with crystal-clear waters, powder-soft sands, sumptuous settings and world-class accommodations. These aren't your average cookie-cutter beachfront hotels either. These Caribbean hot spots
Below, Ron talks about the state of accessibility in the cruise industry and describes how Royal Caribbean is reaching out to travelers with special needs.
Travel agents continue to play a vital role in selling cruises says the 2008 Cruise Market Profile Study, just released by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).
Is it worth the risk to plan a cruise to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Mexican Riviera or even Canada/New England during hurricane season? Absolutely, with one major caveat: To paraphrase a cliche, prepare for the worst — and hope for the best.
The Caribbean in summer? It’s a more appealing option than you might think, especially if you’re looking for a bargain vacation this year.
This week’s blog, I'll try to answer one of the most common questions our customers ask: "If I book my cruise now, and later the price goes down, will I be able to get the lower price?" Unfortunately, the decision of whether to allow a cu
the cruise business is certainly not immune to them. In fact, in addition to rising fuel costs, the cruise industry is especially exposed to another problem most of us do not worry so much about - the weakened dollar.
Splendor offers spa, kids' areas, new itineraries — and, of course, fun
Rules we strongly adhere to in our agency: Always purchase travel insurance and arrive the day before your cruise to allow for the unexpected.
Travelers who take the risk of booking a cabin guarantee face two big questions: Do you really save enough money to make the suspense worth it? And, perhaps even more important, what are the chances you'll wind up with an upgrade?
