Cruises

Coin Ceremony for MSC Magnifica In St. Nazaire

16.05.2008 09:00
Last week, at the Aker Yards France shipyards in St. Nazaire, one of the oldest marine traditions was celebrated once again: the Coin Ceremony. Pierfrancesco Vago, CEO of MSC Cruises,...

6-Night Luxury Baltic Cruise from $3,390

16.05.2008 04:15
Silversea's quick, six-night Baltic cruise is the perfect way to test out luxury cruising for the first time or just take a break from daily life. The itinerary includes an overnight in Copenhagen, a visit to Berlin (via Rostock) and calls at ports less visited by other cruise ships -- such as Helsingborg, Ronne, Gdansk and Visby. Prices for this voyage on the intimate Silver Wind start at $3,390 per person.

7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise from $699

15.05.2008 20:07
Take a highlights tour of Europe with Royal Caribbean's seven-night Western Mediterranean cruise on Voyager of the Seas. Explore the French Riviera from Villefranche, eat incredible pizza in Naples, tour the Colosseum and Pantheon in Rome and see some art before you hit the shops in Florence. If you're not too tired after sightseeing, you can rock climb, ice skate or dance the night away onboard. Guarantee prices start at $699 per person -- you won't be able to pick your exact cabin but you're guaranteed a stateroom (and you just might luck into an upgrade).

7-Night Alaska Cruise from $639

15.05.2008 19:53
If you haven't planned your summer vacation, there's still time to book an Alaska cruise on NCL. Norwegian Star sails roundtrip from Seattle and cruises the Inside Passage, with a visit to Sawyer Glacier. You can spot wildlife, gaze at glaciers and get a glimpse of life in Gold Rush days without having to pony up for pricey one-way airfare to and from Vancouver and Anchorage. Prices start at $639 per person for a seven-night sailing.

7-Night Mexico Cruise from $474

15.05.2008 19:46
If you want a ridiculously low price on a Mexico cruise, this is the deal for you. Prices for a seven-night Mexico cruise on Holland America's Ryndam start at $474 per person. That's less than $70 per night -- a price practically unheard of for a premium line. The September sailing calls at the usual ports -- Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo -- for a little fun in the sun. The only potential problem? September is the height of hurricane season in the Northeast Pacific.

9-Night Luxury Northern Europe Cruise from $6,716

15.05.2008 19:33
Want to cruise off the beaten path, but still travel in comfort? Then try a nine-night cruise to Iceland and Norway on Silversea's Silver Cloud. The itinerary includes three ports in Iceland with exotic appeal, two in Norway for your fill of fjords and a day at the seaside resort island of Sylt. Onboard, indulge in gourmet dining, spacious accommodations and some of the most all-inclusive amenities of any cruise line. Prices for this voyage start at $6,716 per person.

6-Night W. Caribbean from $369

15.05.2008 00:13
Those looking for a late-summer bargain to the Caribbean may want to take a close look at this offer. Visit the staples of Western Caribbean itineraries -- Key West, Grand Cayman and Ocho Rios -- during this 6-night sailing roundtrip from Miami onboard Carnival Destiny. Passage on this recently refurbished vessel starts at $369 per person.

7-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from $2,936

14.05.2008 23:49
When the autumn air turns chilly, escape to the Caribbean with a luxurious, seven-night cruise on Silversea's Silver Cloud. By day, enjoy the white sand beaches and rainforest scenery of Dominica, St. Barth's, Antigua and St. Lucia; by night, dine in style onboard and make new friends over drinks at the bar (happily included in your fare). Prices start at $2,936 per person -- a 30 percent savings off brochure rates.

12-Night Caribbean Cruise from $2,499, Free Airfare

14.05.2008 23:16
Celebrate Christmas and New Year's in the warmth of the Caribbean. Oceania's 12-night cruise visits a variety of ports in the Eastern and Southern Caribbean, including exclusive St. Barth's, romantic St. Lucia and adventuresome Dominica. Prices for a holiday onboard the 660-passenger Regatta start at $2,499 per person and include free airfare from select cities. Onboard, enjoy one of the finest dining experiences at sea (menus are by Jacques Pepin) and dreamily comfortable Tranquility Beds in every cabin.

Hiking Isla Partida in the Sea of Cortez from the Safari Quest

14.05.2008 20:00
Located in the Sea of Cortez near La Paz, Isla Partida is connected to Espiritu Santo by an ancient volcanic crater. While on a wonderful small ship cruise on the...

Wordless Wednesday - Dogs in the Shade

14.05.2008 20:00
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10-Night Canada and New England Cruise from $1,739

14.05.2008 19:32
Enjoy the fall colors of Canada and New England from the water on a 10-night cruise up the Eastern Seaboard. This one-way sailing from New York to Quebec is all about history, charm and vibrant leaves with visits to Newport, Boston, St. John, Halifax and more. Plus, passengers can be among the first to experience the innovative amenities of Holland America's new Eurodam. Prices start at $1,739 per person and include an onboard escort, complimentary shore event, exclusive cocktail parties and a commemorative gift.

7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise from $2,399

14.05.2008 06:50
The lowest prices on Europe cruises can be found on departures during the colder months of the year. If you don't mind trading your bathing suit for a windbreaker, you can find fabulous deals and avoid the crowds in major Continental cities. Prices for a seven-night cruise on Windstar's Wind Surf start at $2,399 per person and include $250 onboard credit per person ($500 max per cabin). The itinerary includes ports in Spain, Morocco and Portugal where hopefully the weather won't be too cold in November.

Air/Cruise Credit on Celebrity's Fall Mediterranean Cruises

13.05.2008 23:56
This year, more ships are spending more time in the Mediterranean -- leading to more great deals, especially on fall cruises. Celebrity is currently running a limited-time promotion on Mediterranean cruises departing this autumn. Book any sailing on Celebrity Century, Celebrity Galaxy or Celebrity Summit departing in October or November 2008, and the first two passengers in a cabin will each receive $300 off their cruise fare or airfare (each additional passenger in a stateroom receives $100 off). Choose from 10- and 11-night Eastern and Western Mediterranean voyages or 14-night "Classical Mediterranean" and "Mediterranean Legacies" itineraries. You must book by June 1.

7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise from $2,499

13.05.2008 22:06
Sailing on the intimate Wind Spirit is like taking your own mega-yacht to the Western Mediterranean. You'll travel in style to the playgrounds of the rich and famous, such as Portofino, Monte Carlo and Nice. With an October departure, you won't have to worry about crowds either onshore or onboard. Prices for a seven-night sailing start at $2,499 per person and include $250 onboard credit per person ($500 max per cabin).

12-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise from $4,840

13.05.2008 20:53
For a port-intensive tour of Italy and Spain, try a Western Mediterranean cruise on Crystal Serenity this October. The 12-night itinerary only has two days at sea, with the remaining days spent exploring cities like Naples, Valencia, Palma de Mallorca and even U.K.'s Gibraltar. You won't have too much time onboard to enjoy Crystal Serenity's luxurious amenities, but try to fit in a meal at the sushi bar or Nobu's Silk Road Asian restaurant or a treatment at the Crystal Spa and Salon -- one of the best at sea. Prices for this cruise start at $4,840 per person.

Cruising with Mom

12.05.2008 22:00
Happy Mother's Day! If you are looking for a special treat for your mom, why not plan a cruise with her? Since cruises offer activities for all ages and interests,...

Celebrity Cruises to Reprise Four- and Five-night Caribbean Sailings in 2009

12.05.2008 22:00
Celebrity's 2009-2010 winter Caribbean season will feature a series of 4 and 5-night sailings on the recently refurbished Celebrity Century. From December 12, 2009 through April 22, 2010, Celebrity Century...

Scenic Tours' River Cruising Offers Early Discounts on 2009 Bookings

11.05.2008 07:00
As an incentive for booking a 2009 departure before September 30, 2008, voyagers traveling on the Scenic Tours' Rhine and Danube "15 Day Jewels of Europe River Cruise" can choose...

11-Night Tahiti Cruise from $3,350

10.05.2008 22:10
French Polynesia is one of the most romantic cruise destinations. Regent Seven Seas' Paul Gauguin sails from island to island, taking passengers to stunning coral reefs, perfect white sand beaches and lush green mountain scenery. Fares start at $3,350 per person and include roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles and $150 onboard credit per person.