Our preferred supplier for travel and trip protection is Allianz. They now include in just about all our policies Hurricane Warning clause and how it can protect you. Not as black and white as most clauses, but it gives you a lot. Read the scenarios they have provided
How do you know if your cruise cruise by Antarctica or provide a landing in Antarctica
I often get the comment that we don't want to fly, is there a cruise port near me? Obviously that depends on your location and what you consider drive able, and how much time etc you have. But there are 30 cruise ports you can choose from in the USA and Canada. You might be surprised to find one you may not have thought of. Every one know of Seattle or Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. but did you know about Bayonne, NJ also called Cape Liberty now.
I can only think of a few thousand words to describe this, but i'll just go with gorgeous!
Its complicated. But a short answer is all of them. It whether its a separate charge or included. Here's a list as of November 2018.
Viking Ocean Cruises will operate a 245-day ( 8 months! ), 113-port world cruise in 2019, calling it the longest continuous cruise itinerary.
For a place that is fiercely protected for both its indigenous species, marine life, flora and fauna, you would think something new would be treated like a non indigenous species with plans to eradicate it. Not in this case though, and thanks to one of the most environmental thoughtful and conscientious entities of those serving the public in the Galapagos Islands, 600+ miles from the coast of Ecuador.
I was reminded the other day when I received Celebrity's 2020 itineraries for the Galapagos Islands cruises how quickly these and other cruise lines and small ship island sailings in the Galapagos sell out. it always causes me to think about the market there and how regulated the park is, and limited the total quantity of berths are available.
The Symphony of the Seas joins her sister ships. Mediterranean this summer, then Caribbean this fall.
There is only one cruise line offering this, but what a great idea for those desiring to get certified for scuba with PADI.
There have been a lot of announcements related to Cuba. As of January 2017 many cruise companies have announced some sailings, and several airlines began scheduled departures from many airports in the USA. But where's the beef so to speak?
Azamara Club cruises not a line that generally sails from US ports has announced a 13 Night cruise including an overnight stay in Havana. Departs Miami 21 March 2017.
Five major cruise lines brands announced they are approved to sail to Cuba. Fathom to cease cruises.
I have been asked many times if someone could travel to Europe with accessibility issues or could take a river cruise in a wheel chair. Unfortunately the answer has always been that the standard tours and motor coaches could not accomodate them. Well now we have a partner in accessible travel whom I can feel comfortable in using for my clients and their friends and relatives who need to fully accessible features in all regards, not just the ships, or motor coaches but no steps tours, special logistics and more. So Contact us with your destination in mind and let us get you there and back as you wish. Here are some examples:
Edie Rodriquez can not wait to get into the river cruise market. They have moved up their deployment by a year! An excerpt from Crystal press release.
Its not too early to enquire but in 2017 Crystal Cruises, constantly named the worlds best cruise line, announced they are entering ther European river cruise market, and in a typical Crystal way. Here is an extract from an River Cruise Currents and their interview with the CEO and key staff of the new operation. Here are just the FAQs :)
Not only a major refurbishment of the ship but a much more varied set of itineraries you can choose from. It all starts now. Call us to get the latest schedules and features.
The world's biggest and most incredible ships, Oasis of the Seas® and Allure of the Seas®, welcome Royal Caribbean's latest architectural marvel to the class that revolutionized the cruise industry. Harmony of the SeasSM introduces the first waterslides on Royal Caribbean with a splash, featuring exhilarating twists and turns three decks high. Plus much more to come.
A brand new cruise line to the USA waters is Haimark Lines, and while they have been sailing with great reviews in Asia, they saw a demand and a market here in underserved USA, So great ship, great itinerary, and easily accessible without big air fares. They have other cruises around our waters, lakes and rivers, as well as during winter they will ply the waters of Central and South America with this 104 stateroom ship. One of their inaugral sailings will feature onboard speaker Dan Rather.
Princess has announced that as part of the celebration of the cruise lines 50th year, they have created a Special Mexico Itinerary Aboard Pacific Princess. And, it will departs on the Anniversary of the Line's First Cruise in 1965. See whats included.
