June 2010

A Brief Guide to Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships.

June 29, 2010
RCI’s Crown and Anchor

With 22 cruise ships, Royal Caribbean International (RCI) is the second largest cruise line in the world. There are six classes of vessels in their fleet. And all of them introduced exciting new features and amenities that resulted in sleepless nights for their competitors.

Sovereign of the Seas, which launched in 1988, was cruising’s first megaship. And RCI has never looked back. Sovereign’s atrium lobby influenced nearly every cruise ship that followed. And the bragging rights that come with having the biggest ship at sea, more often than not rest with RCI. Read more…

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Viking Legend – One of the Top Ten European River Cruise Ships.

June 26, 2010
Amsterdam

If you’re not familiar with river cruising, it’s a great way to see the heart of Europe in an up-close and personal way. Development of the continent followed the path of great rivers like the Danube and the Rhine. So you’ll sail through some of the most historic cities and towns. But you’ll only have to unpack when you board. Every other morning, you’ll arrive some place new without having experienced any of the hassles of travel.
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Queen Mary 2 — One of the Top 10 Luxury Cruise Ships.

June 10, 2010
Queen Mary 2

The largest and most expensive passenger ship when she launched in 2004 at a cost of $780 million, Queen Mary 2 is a true ocean liner, purpose built for crossing the Atlantic.

With grand, Art Deco public areas and ceilings that are 50% taller than conventional ships, she evokes the glamour of cruising during the gilded age.

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Top 10 Cruise Ships for Spa Lovers

June 7, 2010
Stairs to the AquaSpa on Celebrity Solstice

Cruise ship spas have come a long way. In fact, some of the best spas at sea can compete head-to-head with land-based competitors and come out on top. That’s because several lines now offer spa staterooms, restaurants, and suites that let passengers extend the spa experience into their living spaces.

From thermal suites and villas with spectacular ocean views to Japanese gardens with cascading waterfalls, cruise ship spa are also some of the most beautiful in the world. And the range of available treatments is truly impressive. Read more…

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