Cruise Line Roundup: January 2015

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Super Bowl Predictions: Islanders give their best guesses about the big game

Travis, Alyson, Michaela, Claudia and Terry Lande hold the 12th man flag aboard a Holland America Line cruise ship. Terry Lande predicts a 31-24 score for the big game.

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Friday, January 30, 2015

Cruise Lines Navigate Between Strong Dollar, Cheap Oil

... while that has been positive for the industry." The extensively renovated Carnival Sunshine, owned by Carnival Cruise Lines, at the Port of New Orleans early on Nov. 18, 2013. Carnival is gradually... View Enlarged Image Royal Caribbean shares are ...

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Booking a cruise? Find the right size ship for your taste

Look at enough websites and brochures, and cruise ships tend to become a blur of happy people at sea, dining and playing. But the reality is that cruising brings together several travel experiences - sightseeing usually in multiple destinations, lounging, dining, dancing, being entertained and on and on.

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Tickets on sale for the Bite of the Methow

The 2015 Bite of the Methow is coming up on March 14, and Winthrop Kiwanis is already gearing up for the event.

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Coming to cruise ships: Snow rooms, better Wi-Fi, craft beer and more of those gee-whiz rides

... now have "value-added" prices where you pay more but get more included, like alcohol, gratuities or Wi-Fi. Many cruise lines have partnered with famous chefs to appeal "to a foodie audience," said Golden, of Porthole.com. Often the name-brand venues ...

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Nonprofit First Book Launches Campaign To Share Magic Of Storytelling With Kids In Need

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Cruise Lines Debuting Social Media Wi-Fi Packages and Snow Rooms

Disney Cruise Line will host "Frozen"-themed parties but the post-sauna snow rooms on the Norwegian Escape may be more invigorating for hardier cruisers. This photo of a rendering provided by Regent Seven Seas Cruises depicts the cruise line's forthcoming ship, the Seven Seas Explorer, which is expected to debut in the summer of 2016.

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Jason Kilar, founding CEO of Hulu, to speak at Spring Commencement

Deal watch: Norwegian Cruise Line touts new offer

Norwegian Cruise Line is rolling out a new promotion for the month of February. The Miami-based operator says customers who book a cruise of three nights or longer can choose from one of four value-added perks Deal watch: Norwegian Cruise Line touts new offer Norwegian Cruise Line is rolling out a new promotion for the month of February.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises' (RCL) CEO Richard Fain on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Good morning. My name is Erica, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I'd like to welcome everyone to Royal Caribbean Cruises Limited 2014 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call.

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Wave season cruise deals bring discounts and sweet bonuses

Wave season that begins in January means all kinds of discounts and deals in the cruise world. Here are three to consider if you're in trip-planning mode, but think fast because one ends this weekend.

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A Tiny Tuscan Island Is Suing Italy For $226 Million For Damages Caused By A Doomed Cruise Ship

The island of Giglio, its inhabitants, the Italian government and Costa Concordia cruise ship passengers are banding together to request hundreds of millions of euros in damages from Costa Cruises this week, as the trial of the 2012 cru Prosecutors have requested a 26-year prison sentence for Captain Francesco Schettino, who abandoned the cruise ship after it hit a reef doing a sail-by of the Mediterranean island of Giglio. Thirty-two people died as the ship tilted into the sea and filled with water.

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New singles cabins debut on Cunard's Queen Victoria

Good news, solo cruisers: There's yet another ship with cabins designed specifically for you. Cunard this week unveiled the first singles cabins on its seven-year-old Queen Victoria, which just emerged from a New singles cabins debut on Cunard's Queen Victoria Good news, solo cruisers: There's yet another ship with cabins designed specifically for you.

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Thursday, January 29, 2015

Cruising on a Disney Cruise Ship This Year? Here's What You Should Know

Thinking about cruising in 2015? Then say hello to our cruise specialist, MaidenVoyage . As a travel agent who spends day in and day out booking cruises for curious travelers, she knows cruise lines and ships like the back of a muster drill script.

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Royal Caribbean's Plan to Stop Last-Minute Ticket Discounts

... ended 2014 with the strongest advance bookings in its history, pointing to a 2015 in which average prices-and cruise lines' profits-are likely to rise. "Starting the year with fewer berths to fill really helps us raise our yields as the year ...

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Where to watch Super Bowl XLIX on your cruise ship

... a quarterback strong-arm challenge, trivia and casino games. Football fans won't miss the big game when at sea. Cruise lines have plans to broadcast the Super Bowl XLIX on February 1, even on ships cruising in remote places and other time zones. On ...

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Top travel pics of the week

Walkers on Divis mountain struggle with adverse weather in Belfast, United Kingdom. Continued snow fall and freezing conditions are affecting the road and rail networks across Northern Ireland and the northern part of the UK.

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New in cruises: Snow rooms, better Wi-Fi and other wows

... to exciting new ports steeped in Viking history. Photo: Jimmy DeFlippo, AP This rendering supplied by Carnival Cruise Lines shows the SkyRide, a new attraction on Carnival Vista, which will be the company's largest vessel when it debuts in 2016. The ...

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Coming to cruise ships: Snow rooms, better Wi-Fi, craft beer and more of those gee-whiz rides

This June 5, 2012 file image made available by Cruise company Cunard shows the Queen Victoria, right, Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth, left, after sailing into Southampton, southern England to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. NEW YORK - Snow rooms, better Wi-Fi and a continued emphasis on specialty food and drink are some of the trends for cruising in the next year or two.

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New in cruises: Snow rooms, better Wi-Fi and other wows

... the Disney Magic sails to exciting new ports steeped in Viking history. This rendering supplied by Carnival Cruise Lines shows the SkyRide, a new attraction on Carnival Vista, which will be the company's largest vessel when it debuts in 2016. The ...

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New in cruises: Snow rooms, better Wi-Fi and other wows

Snow rooms, better Wi-Fi and a continued emphasis on specialty food and drink are some of the trends for cruising in the next year or two. This photo of a rendering provided by Regent Seven Seas Cruises depicts the cruise line's forthcoming ship, the Seven Seas Explorer, which is expected to debut in the summer of 2016.

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New in cruises: Snow rooms, better Wi-Fi and other wows

Royal Caribbean stock drops after earnings fall below expectations

Royal Caribbean Cruises The Miami-based cruise line's stock fell on Thursday morning after its fourth quarter profits came in below analyst expectations.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) Stock Falls Today on Weak 4Q Earnings, 1Q Guidance

Royal Caribbean announced it expects first-quarter earnings per share in the range of 10 cents to 15 cents, far below the consensus estimate of 46 cents of analysts polled by Thomson Reuters . For the fourth quarter, the cruise operator posted adjusted EPS of 32 cents, up from 23 cents in the same period one year earlier but short of the consensus estimate of 41 cents a share.

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Queen Elizabeth makes first Long Beach visit during Queen Mary's 80th year

The Queen Mary will spend at least part of her 80th birthday with a royal relative. For the first time, the modern-day Queen Elizabeth will dock aside the historic Cunard ship-turned-hotel in Long Beach next Thursday.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Webcast

The following audio is from a conference call that will begin on January 29, 2015 at 10:00 AM ET. The audio will stream live while the call is active, and can be replayed upon its completion.

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First look at luxury line Seabourn's next ship

Luxury line Seabourn on Wednesday offered a first look at the new ship it has on order for 2016, which it also announced would be called Seabourn Encore. As can be seen in the artist's drawings above, the First look at luxury line Seabourn's next ship Luxury line Seabourn on Wednesday offered a first look at the new ship it has on order for 2016, which it also announced would be called Seabourn Encore.

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Carnival: Declining Fuel Costs To Lift Profits In 2015 And Beyond

Far too little has been written about the benefits of lower oil prices to the global cruise industry, which is led by Carnival. Carnival is the market leader within the cruise industry on both a global basis and in the industry's most important growth market: China.

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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

The Queen Mary shows off 21-foot-model, prepares for arrival of a niecea Queen Elizabeth

A 20-foot model of the Queen Mary has been brought to the ship for inclusion in a special ship model gallery to open Feb. 5, the same day the Queen Elizabeth comes to Long Beach. January 28, 2015 LONG BEACH >> Looking at this exquisitely-detailed, 21-foot-long scale model of the Queen Mary , you might forget you're on the real thing.

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Carnival Corporation and China Merchants Group Sign Memo of...

Carnival Corporation and China Merchants Group Sign Memo of Understanding for Two Potential Joint Ventures to Help Expand the Cruise Industry in China Carnival Corporation & plc with China Merchants Group to explore the possibility of two joint ventures designed to accelerate the development and growth of the overall cruise industry in China. Carnival Corporation & plc with China Merchants Group to explore the possibility of two joint ventures designed to accelerate the development and growth of the overall cruise industry in China.

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Cruise ship captain from Bainbridge assists in rescue of downed pilot

Eric van der Wal of Bainbridge Island will certainly have an amazing story to tell when he gets home from his cruise around Hawaii. Van der Wal is captain of the ms Veendam, a Holland America Line cruise ship that was called off course this weekend to rescue a pilot who had to ditch his single-engine airplane into the ocean after it ran out of gas hundreds of miles off the coast of Hawaii.

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Disney Cruise Line Has Announced It's Creating A Frozen Cruise

From the big screen, to a cruise ship near you: Disney Cruise Line has just announced it is in the works of creating a " Frozen " cruise. The Frozen cruise comes to life for its onboard guests coming this summer! According to Canoe , the ship will sail on select cruises to Europe and Alaska.

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Ideal Image Hits Milestone: Five Million Treatments Completed

"New Year, New You" could not ring any truer for Ideal Image , a leader in North America in laser hair removal and cosmetic medical services , as the company today announced it has completed more than five million treatments. Adding to its well-established leadership in the laser hair removal market, the company seeks continued growth with the new cosmetic and anti-aging services rolled out at the end of 2013 and throughout 2014.

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Seven Seas Explorer's inaugural 2016 cruise nearly sold out

When guests arrive aboard the Seven Seas Explorer, they'll be greeted by an atrium lobby that sets the tone for the ship's luxury. The circular inlaid marble floor and cascading chandelier depicted in this rendering are among the ship's planned "wow" factors.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings LTD. Opens Sales Office In Brazil

... in Rio. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq: NCLH) is a diversified cruise operator of leading global cruise lines spanning market segments from contemporary to luxury under the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas ...

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VIDEO: Pilot deploys plane's parachute to avoid ocean crash

Lue Morton was flying the Cirrus SR-22 from California to Maui, Hawaii, on Sunday when he started having trouble with one of the fuel tanks, reports NBC Bay Area . He waited until he was flying near a cruise ship, at around 4:45 p.m. and some 250 miles away from his destination, and then pulled the cord.

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Delphos native brings magic to Continental

Krendl, an award-winning magician who is a native of Delphos, performed for the students and teachers on Jan. 23. Several students were selected to be his assistants. His feats, which garnered howls of laughter and delight, included making an egg appear and disappear, card tricks and rope tricks.

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GBK to Host Celebrity VIP Lounge in Honor of the 2015 GRAMMY Award Nominees and Presenters

In addition to hosting exclusive, brand-driven events in honor of major award shows, GBK strives to use their celebrity gifting events as a platform to raise funds and awareness for a wide variety of non-profit organizations. This event will feature Alfalit International and The GRAMMY Museum as the honored beneficiaries.

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Cedar Point expert:a S'Dark ride' likely coming

Rumors have been flying for about 10 days that Cedar Point in Sandusky is planning to add a dive coaster to its renowned stable of roller coasters. "A dark ride is what's next up for Cedar Point," Gary Slade, publisher of Amusement Today, said Tuesday by phone from his Arlington, Texas, offices.

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Take a President Trip with Austin Adventures

The perks of using a travel company for a small group guided vacation is building friendships with your travel partners. Austin Adventures travel company's president and wife are bringing a group dynamic that promises to be far from routine.

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Podcast - 01/27/15 - Disney World Show

In this week's show Trip Advisor recognizes 5 WDW resorts and 'Frozen' will be taking over Disney Cruise Line this summer. Plus, we talk about the pros and cons of taking the various vacation experiences Disney has to offer.

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Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Regent Seven Seas marks record sales with new ship

With its 3,875-square-foot suite, gourmet restaurants and all-inclusive offerings, the upcoming Seven Seas Explorer from Regent Seven Seas Cruises is proving popular. The Doral-based cruise line said this week that bookings for the new 750-passenger ship, launching in summer of 2016, set a record for single-day revenues when reservations opened to loyalty program members on Jan. 19. Sales also set a weekly record.

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CDL's Aloysius Lee gears up for next challenge after steering S$3 billion project in Singapore

Aloysius Lee has been busy promoting the South Beach integrated development in Singapore, but is now readying for his next challenge as headof CDL's Millennium & Copthorne Hotels arm Aloysius Lee is taking charge of CDL's London-listed hotel arm Millennium & Copthorne Hotels, with a portfolio of 120 properties worldwide. Photo: Nora Tam Five years ago, Aloysius Lee Tse-sang returned to Singapore from Hong Kong after serving as chief executive of South Beach Consortium, a joint venture formed by City Developments Ltd and other parties to head a S$3 billion hotel-office-residential-retail development project.

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'Frozen' fun comes to Disney Cruise Line this summer

Beginning in summer 2015, Disney Cruise Line is adding several new " Frozen " experiences to its ships as well as to Castaway Key, Disney 's private island in the Bahamas. Depending on the ship and itinerary, guests who sail with Disney Cruise Line may be able to enjoy one or more of the following experiences inspired by the blockbuster movie: a deck party, stage show, new character meet-and-greets, and themed dining or food.

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Crystal Cruises paves the waves to Europe with innovative itineraries

... on length of the cruise). But it is the unequalled service and style that makes this one of the highest rated cruise lines with an accommodating crew, onboard diversions that go outside the box (enrichment lectures, computer classes, shows and ...

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'Extreme' cruising: The long and the short of it

... examples of both of these types of "extreme" cruises that are available from Florida ports in 2015: Carnival Cruise Lines - This line, dubbed the "Fun Ship" line, entices those in need of a quick vacation with three- or four-day Bahamas, Caribbean ...

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Incredible Footage: Pilot Deploys Plane's Parachute, Ditches in Ocean

A Seattle pilot is uninjured after the plane he was flying had to be ditched several hours into his flight to Hawaii. The plane, which took off from Tracy, CA on Sunday, had equipment issues and ended up in the waters northeast of Maui, according to officials with the U.S. Coast Guard.

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Convenient Jaunts Or Extended Vacations: Crystal Offers Expanded Selection Of European Escapes

Sailing throughout the Mediterranean and Baltic Sea, and , the shorter itineraries complement the line's more common 10-, 11- and 12+-day voyages. Each seven-day cruise offers at least one overnight stay, often upon embarkation and/or disembarkation, allowing travelers ample time to immerse themselves in destinations before, during and following their Crystal cruise.

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Carnival, China Merchants Sign MOU

MOU will explore both Port & Destination Development and Ship-Owning joint ventures with the goal of potentially launching China's first world-class domestic cruise brand. Carnival Corporation & plc has signed a memorandum of understanding with China Merchants Group to explore the possibility of two joint ventures designed to accelerate the development and growth of the overall cruise industry in China.

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Royal Caribbean President Explains The 3 Things You Need To Advance In Your Career

When people ask Adam Goldstein, the president and chief operating officer of Royal Caribbean Cruises, how to get to the next level in their careers, he always has the same answer. "You need to be excellent, you need to be patient, and you need to be lucky," Goldstein tells Business Insider.

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ZIM Launches Monitoring and Tracking Service

ZIM integrated shipping services has announced the launching of a new monitoring, tracking and security services package, specifically designed for valuable and sensitive cargo stowed in reefer containers. The service allows customers to closely monitor their cargo's status, change settings remotely and intervene to prevent damages.

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Celebrity Cruises Takes Over Next Stop Coffee Shop in Glen Ellyn

On Tuesday, January 27 from 6:15-8:15am, Celebrity Cruises will take over Next Stop Coffee Shop in Glen Ellyn by bringing modern luxury to residents with a complimentary hot beverage for everyone .

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High seas drama as Holland America ship rescues pilot

A Holland America ship on Sunday rescued a pilot who ditched his malfunctioning airplane in the Pacific. As can be seen in the U.S. Coast Guard video above, the unnamed pilot deployed an emergency parachute High seas drama as Holland America ship rescues pilot A Holland America ship on Sunday rescued a pilot who ditched his malfunctioning airplane in the Pacific.

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Boston Market Offers Guests A Delicious Escape From The Cold With 2 For $20 Meal Deal

The restaurant -famous for its fresh, never frozen rotisserie chicken - today announced its limited time only "2 for Complete Meal Deal," as well as the launch of the "Cruise in to Win" sweepstakes in partnership with Princess Cruises . . Each Individual Meal comes with a main course option such as rotisserie chicken or turkey, two classic sides and a freshly baked piece of cornbread.

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Holland America cruise ship makes another rescue; this one off Hawaiian coast

Holland America said its ms Veendam helped rescue a pilot who had ditched his plane off the coast of Maui. Seattle-based cruise line Holland America Line said another one of its cruise ship made a rescue; this one off the coast of Hawaii.

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Tighter Supertanker Market Impacts Asian Fuel Supplies

The window to sell Western fuel oil to Asia is starting to close as demand for a limited fleet of supertankers to store cheap crude pushes freight rates to multi-month highs, shipping and trade sources said. Crude prices have fallen nearly 60 percent since June and, with prices a year ahead already quoted about $10 a barrel dearer than now, crude traders have hired up to 20 supertankers to store oil with a view to turning a big profit later.

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Windstar Cruises is offering Tahiti voyages year-round starting in May 2015.

... two weeks and beyond, depending on how long you want to be at sea. () 10. Air travel isn't always a must - Many cruise lines depart from Boston, New Jersey, and New York. "Celebrity, Princess, and Royal Caribbean all have ports on the eastern ...

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Strong demand for 'most luxurious cruise ship ever'

Looks like there's heavy demand for what's being billed as the 'most luxurious cruise ship ever." Luxury line Regent Seven Seas on Monday reported both single-day and first week record bookings for its new Strong demand for 'most luxurious cruise ship ever' Looks like there's heavy demand for what's being billed as the 'most luxurious cruise ship ever."

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Oil Tankers are Front Line of Libya's Struggles

Crew members killed in tanker attack this month; West fears worsening violence could lead to civil war. Oil shippers face higher costs and the possible loss of insurance cover on Libyan voyages, caught in a struggle between the rival governments there and threatened by air attacks.

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CFE to Lift Eight LNG Cargoes

Mexican state-owned utility CFE has bought eight cargoes of liquefied natural gas , four traders said. Swiss trading house Trafigura was awarded the bulk of the volume, selling seven cargoes, while oil major BP sold the remaining cargo, two traders said.

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Regent unveils "most luxurious ship ever built"

It's being called the "most luxurious ship ever build." Regent Seven Seas Cruises unveiled plans to create the Seven Seas Explorer on Tuesday.

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'Maritime Spectrum' of CMMI a Big Draw

For The Company of Master Mariners of India, the conference "Maritime Spectrum" that comes at the turn of each year has become a brand in itself, and each one witnessing a bigger gathering of mariners both on shore leave as well as others in land-based jobs. The organizers have been putting in a lot of effort to structure the programs so that participants benefit from them for furthering their career besides providing up-to-date information and details about the latest developments.

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ms Veendam Rescues Pilot Off Maui Coast, Hawaii

On Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015, at 5:21 p.m. local time while en route to Lahaina, Hawaii, Holland America Line's ms Veendam answered a request for assistance from the United States Coast Guard to rescue a pilot who had ditched his single-engine Cirrus SR-22 after he experienced a mechanical issue with the fuel system. The pilot was located approximately 225 nautical miles off the coast of Maui, Hawaii.

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Say it ain't so.

A small drone that crashed on the White House lawn this morning apparently belonged to a "government employee" who said was using it for fun when he lost control of the flying device. You know, they really need to find more to do for Joe Biden.

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Monday, January 26, 2015

Carnival Corporation and China Merchants Group Sign Memo of...

The joint venture would explore the possibility of sourcing new ships that are designed and built in Port & Destination Development Joint Venture: In this potential joint venture, CMG and Carnival Corporation would collaborate to develop turnaround and transit ports within and around beginning with a flagship port currently being developed by CMG called Prince Bay Cruise Terminal in Shekou, which is located in .

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With new agreements, Carnival making bigger push in China

Furthering its push into China, Carnival Corp. late Monday announced plans to pursue joint ventures that could see the cruise giant owning ships and developing ports and infrastructure with a Chinese development company. Doral-based Carnival, which expects to carry 500,000 cruise passengers in China this year, was scheduled to hold an event Tuesday morning in Shenzhen to formally sign a memorandum of understanding with China Merchants Group.

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Cruise ship captain found calling thanks to grandpa's tales

In this Oct. 23, 2014 photo, cruise ship Capt. Ronny Borg, a native of Sweden, explains how the control panel works on the bridge of Norwegian Sun on a cruise in Panama.

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FOOTAGE: Pilot Who Took Off From NorCal Safe After Ditching Plane Near Maui

Princess rewards good samaritan Seahawks fan with free cruise

Proving it pays to do good deeds, Princess Cruises recently rewarded a Seattle Seahawks fan for being a good samaritan. PJ LDorze was given a free Father's Day cruise after he performed what Princess calls, in a press release, a "random act of kindness" following the Jan. 18, 2015 conference championship game when he gave his Seahawk's jersey to a young, dejected Packers fan.

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Cruise ship rescues pilot from ocean off Hawaii

A cruise ship on a tour of the Hawaiian islands rescued a pilot after his plane went down 225 miles off the coast of Maui on Sunday. Holland America Line's cruise ship ms Veendam answered a request for assistance from the United States Coast Guard to rescue the pilot, who had ditched his single-engine Cirrus SR-22 after he experienced a mechanical issue with the fuel system.

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Disney Cruise Line to bring 'Frozen' to life

Elsa, Anna and Olaf are hitting the high seas. Characters from the wildly popular movie will greet guests aboard select Disney Cruise ships this summer, the company announced.

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2 small planes run out of fuel, crash-land off Hawaii

A single-engine Cirrus SR-22 is shown after the pilot ditch the airplane off the coast of Maui, Hawaii. In this early Monday, Jan. 26, 2015 photo from video provided by the U.S. Coast Guard, a Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew hoists four passengers from the water about 11 miles off the coast of Oahu, Hawaii, after their single-engine Cessna crash landed after running out of fuel Sunday evening.

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Holland America cruise ship rescues downed pilot in Pacific Ocean

A pilot who ditched his aircraft in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Hawaii was lucky to be in the same area as the Holland America cruise ship ms Veendam. "Congratulations to the team on ms Veendam for coming to the aid of the pilot and for working together with the Coast Guard to conduct this successful rescue operation," said Orlando Ashford, president of Holland America Line.

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Cruise ship captain found calling thanks to grandpa's tales

In this Oct. 23, 2014 photo, cruise ship Capt. Ronny Borg, a native of Sweden, explains how the control panel works on the bridge of Norwegian Sun on a cruise in Panama.

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An alternative to Disney's 'Frozen' cruise packages

This image provided by Disney shows a teenage Elsa the Snow Queen, voiced by Idina Menzel, in a scene from the animated feature 'Frozen.' It may seem like the wrong time to get all excited about being frozen, but the Disney Cruise Line has nonetheless announced a new summer cruise inspired by the film "Frozen."

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26-year jail term sought for Concordia captain

An Italian prosecutor has asked a court to sentence the captain of the Costa Concordia cruise liner to more than 26 years in jail for his role in the 2012 disaster that killed 32 people. Francesco Schettino was the commander of the vessel, a floating hotel as long as three football pitches, when it came too close to shore and hit rocks off the Tuscan holiday island of Giglio.

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Prosecutor seeks 26-year jail sentence for Concordia captain

An Italian prosecutor asked a court on Monday to sentence the captain of the Costa Concordia cruise liner to more than 26 years in jail for his role in the 2012 disaster that killed 32 people. Francesco Schettino was the commander of the vessel, a floating hotel as long as three football pitches, when it came too close to shore and hit rocks off the Tuscan holiday island of Giglio.

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Cruise ship captain found calling thanks to grandpa's tales

In this Oct. 23, 2014 photo, cruise ship Capt. Ronny Borg, a native of Sweden, explains how the control panel works on the bridge of Norwegian Sun on a cruise in Panama.

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Cruise ship captain found calling thanks to grandpa's tales

In this Oct. 23, 2014 photo, cruise ship Capt. Ronny Borg, a native of Sweden, explains how the control panel works on the bridge of Norwegian Sun on a cruise in Panama.

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Disney launches a Frozena cruise

The cruise will be designed to mimic the animated children's movie about a girl whose touch turns everything into ice. The ship will turn into a "winter wonderland."

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Cruise ship captain found calling thanks to grandpa's tales

" Ronny Borg, captain of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship, first went to sea as a deckhand in 1984. "I knew early on what I wanted to do," Borg said.

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Schettino may face 26-year term

Grosseto, January 26 - Former Costa Concordia captain Francesco Schettino may face 26 years in jail for abandoning ship in Italy's worst postwar disaster, but he says he's not running away from Italian justice. The man media have dubbed "captain coward" for allegedly contributing to the deaths of 32 was speaking after prosecutors asked for the longer-than-expected term for a raft of offences including alleged dereliction of duty and multiple manslaughter.

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Cruise ship captain found calling thanks to grandpa's tales

"I knew early on what I wanted to do," Borg said. "My grandfather, especially when he'd had a cognac or two, had wonderful tales of his time on a cargo ship.

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Which cruise ship has the best pizza?

Stop by Sorrento's, a complimentary eatery on Royal Caribbean's newest ship, Quantum of the Seas, to grab a slice of New York-style pizza from the glass-case display. Your pizza will come loaded with toppings - go with classic cheese or pepperoni or try whatever special creations the chefs have whipped up that day.

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Cruise Ship Captain Found Calling Thanks to Grandpa's Tales

"I knew early on what I wanted to do," Borg said. "My grandfather, especially when he'd had a cognac or two, had wonderful tales of his time on a cargo ship.

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The Moneyologist: Must I always pay more because I'm single?

... booked." Cue: laugh track.) The Connecting Solo Travel Network has a directory of over 250 tour companies, cruise lines, resorts, spas, clubs and societies that offer vacations to people who travel alone, and the site also has tips and discussion ...

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Schettino says 'I won't run away'

Grosseto, January 26 - Francesco Schettino, the captain of the crashed Costa Concordia cruise ship that sank three years ago killing 32, said Monday that "I won't run away," from the justice system. He spoke through his lawyers after prosecutors asked he be jailed pending a court decision in his trial where the prosecution has asked for a 26-year jail term.

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Anna, Elsa and Olaf Set Sail with Disney Cruise Line

A drink in my hand My snow up against the burning sand Prob'ly getting gorgeously tanned In summer -- Olaf singing "In Summer" from Disney's " Frozen " Well it appears as if everyone's most huggable snowman will get his wish this summer. With no sign that the Walt Disney Company is ready to "let it go" when it comes "Frozen," guests on Disney Cruise Line sailings will have a chance to mix and mingle with Anna , Elsa , Kristoff and Olaf.

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See Inside The Luxury Cruise Ship With A Suite 50% Larger Than The Average American Home

Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises just pulled the curtain off its new ship, which is being called "the most luxurious cruise ship ever." And that's not an empty boast.

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26-year jail sought sentence for Concordia captain

26-year Jail Term Sought for Concordia Master

Disney launches 'Frozen' theme cruise

The cruise will be designed to mimic the animated children's movie about a girl whose touch turns everything into ice. The ship will turn into a "winter wonderland."

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Prosecutor seeks 26-year jail sentence for Concordia captain

The capsized cruise liner Costa Concordia lies surrounded by containers called "sponsons" as part of the salvage plan to remove the wreck of the ship outside Giglio harbour August 8, 2013. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini FLORENCE - An Italian prosecutor asked a court on Monday to sentence the captain of the Costa Concordia cruise liner to more than 26 years in jail for his role in the 2012 disaster that killed 32 people.

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Prosecutors seek Schettino arrest, 26-year jail term

Grossetto, January 26 - Former cruise ship captain Francesco Schettino is a flight risk and should be jailed ahead of a court ruling on a prosecution request he be sentenced to 26 years in prison for the January 2012 Costa Concordia shipwreck in which 32 people died, prosecutors said Monday. Prosecutor Maria Navarro requested that the Grosseto court order Schettino's arrest, saying he had flight options outside of Italy including a house in Switzerland and many contacts abroad.

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Prosecutor seeks 26-year jail sentence for Concordia captain

Deal watch: Celebrity sweetens Europe, Alaska offer

Celebrity Cruises is sweetening its latest promotion for customers who book a balcony cabin on an Alaska or Europe cruise. The line says customers who reserve such a cabin by Sunday under its current 123go! Deal watch: Celebrity sweetens Europe, Alaska offer Celebrity Cruises is sweetening its latest promotion for customers who book a balcony cabin on an Alaska or Europe cruise.

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Disney launches 'Frozen' cruise

The cruise will be designed to mimic the animated children's movie about a girl whose touch turns everything into ice. The ship will turn into a "winter wonderland."

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Disney launches 'Frozen' cruise

The cruise will be designed to mimic the animated children's movie about a girl whose touch turns everything into ice. The ship will turn into a "winter wonderland."

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Disney launches 'Frozen' cruise

The cruise will be designed to mimic the animated children's movie about a girl whose touch turns everything into ice. The ship will turn into a "winter wonderland."

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Celebrity Cruises and the Boston Cannons Hold First Lacrosse Clinic at Sea

The Boston Cannons of Major League Lacrosse and Celebrity Cruises are proud to announce the first lacrosse clinic at sea. Setting sail on August 16, 2015, Celebrity Summit will host lacrosse players and Boston Cannons' fans along with Cannons' All-Star Kevin Buchanan and Head Coach John Tucker for a lacrosse experience unlike any other.

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Celebrity Cruises and the Boston Cannons Hold First Lacrosse Clinic at...

We look forward to having the Boston Cannons and lacrosse community join us on the striking Celebrity Summit this summer. The Boston Cannons of Major League Lacrosse and Celebrity Cruises are proud to announce the first lacrosse clinic at sea.

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The Ocean Will Get Frozen on Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line guests can expect a magical freeze on their next high seas vacation. Beginning summer 2015 guests will find themselves immersed in the animated hit "Frozen" with brand-new experiences inspired by the film, including a spectacular deck party, a three-song stage show production number, new character meet and greets, storybook adventures ashore and more.

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Sunday, January 25, 2015

Snow is in the forecast aboard the new Norwegian cruise ship

The cruise ship, which is currently under construction at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany, will feature its first ever room full of snow. Dubbed Snow Room, the new feature is part of the Mandara Spa's Thermal Suite, which Norwegian Cruise Line is billing as the largest at sea.

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Royal Caribbean cruise ship cancels hundreds of trips

Imagine planning a beautiful trip, making all the travel arrangements, even taking time off work. Then the morning of your voyage, it gets canceled.

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A sea of changes await cruise passengers this year

... of cruise ship as resort. The insistence on formal attire and assigned seatings for dining has faded on some cruise lines. Today, you're more likely to pack khakis than a tux or a ball gown, and meals are often on your schedule, not the ship's. The ...

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Simon Sherwood from Ramsgate wins trip on Royal Caribbean Cruises'...

Simon Sherwood from Ramsgate was one of five contestants battling it to win a the Mediterranean cruise at Maidstone's branch of Thomas Cook in Fremlin Walk yesterday. The finalists had all successfully answered a question relating to the destinations that they could be visiting on the trip on the kmfm Breakfast Show with Garry Wilson and Emma Adam.

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Cruise line to offer $5,000-a-night suite

One of the key features of the Seven Seas Explorer, launching in summer of 2016, is a massive two-bedroom suite with built-in spa and eye-popping price: $5,000 per person per night. There will be one suite in the new "Regent Suite" category.

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Saturday, January 24, 2015

Cruise industry gearing up for what it hopes will be bumper 2015...

Setting sale: A survey by Saga found that 8 per cent of people approaching retirement said they would use some of their pension money for holidays The cruise industry is gearing up for what it hopes will be a bumper 2015 thanks to the Chancellor's pensions revolution. From April 6, the over-55s will be able to draw on all or part of their pensions as a lump sum, rather than being forced to buy an annuity.

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Here be dragons

Tentatively creeping through the shady forest, we're all on high alert. Speaking in hushed tones, only our feet crunching on the man-made shell path give away our position.

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Friday, January 23, 2015

IMAX, elevated bike ride coming to new Carnival Vista

... decks for a view that's 150 feet above the sea aboard the Carnival Vista that will debut in May 2016. (Carnival Cruise Lines) The Carnival Vista will debut in May 2016 with the first IMAX theater at sea. The theater will span three decks. The ...

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Cunard plying passengers with uptown perks and packages

Want to get to Europe with gourmet meals, a Canyon Ranch spa and your own bed? Cruising on the Queen Mary 2 can cost the same as a one-way flight; it will just take 10 times as long. Sara Clemence has details on Lunch Break.

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Record number of new river ships and ocean cruise ships on tap for 2015

Cruise lines are meeting consumer demand with an incredible number of new ships that will debut over the next several years. While more ships are likely to be added, there are already an astounding 52 new ships debuting through 2018, with 25 ships slated to appear in 2015 alone.

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Carnival Corporation launches mobile gaming solution powered by Scientific Games

Carnival Corporation & plc, the world's largest travel and leisure company, is using the award-winning iGaming Mobile Platform from Scientific Games to offer its adult guests the ability to wager on their mobile devices throughout its ships while in international waters. The game offerings available on Carnival's Mobile Casino include a host of best-in-class poker, slot, and table-game content from Scientific Games' Bally product line, Las Vegas From Home, Play'n GO and PokerTek.

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Carnival Corporation Launches Shipboard Mobile Gaming Solution For...

The game offerings available on Carnival's Mobile Casino include a host of best-in-class poker, slot, and table-game content from Scientific Games' Bally product line, Las Vegas From Home, Play'n GO and PokerTek. "We're excited to partner with Scientific Games and our content providers to offer our guests a new and thrilling entertainment option that will enhance their experience aboard our ships," said , senior vice president of global casino operations for Carnival Corporation.

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Carnival Corporation Launches Shipboard Mobile Gaming Solution For...

The game offerings available on Carnival's Mobile Casino include a host of best-in-class poker, slot, and table-game content from Scientific Games' BallyA product line, Las Vegas From Home, Play'n GO and PokerTek. "We're excited to partner with Scientific Games and our content providers to offer our guests a new and thrilling entertainment option that will enhance their experience aboard our ships," said , senior vice president of global casino operations for Carnival Corporation.

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Concordia prosecutor says captain fled

Grosseto, January 23 - A Grosseto prosecutor was unsparing in his criticism of Francesco Schettino during closing arguments Friday in the multiple manslaughter and dereliction of duty trial of the ex-Costa Concordia captain for a 2012 shipwreck that claimed 32 lives. "Schettino and his officers should have stayed on board until the last of the passengers had left," Alessandro Leopizzi told the court.

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'Frozen'-style partying coming to Disney cruises this summer

Expect winter in summer as the crazy popular "Frozen" show and characters set sail aboard Disney Cruise Line. The company announced Thursday that the Kingdom of Arendelle will appear on some Disney cruises to Europe and Alaska.

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US Boating On High Speed Recovery

Nearly 89 million Americans went boating last year, one of the largest boating participation figures on record. And the boat sales last year increased to $37 billion, a 3 percent increase from the year before.

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Louis Prima, Four Songs Live

In this television appearance, Louis Prima, a former student at Warren Easton and Jesuit Highs, rips through a medley of four songs in just three-and-a-half minutes: "When You're Smiling," "C'e La Luna," "Zooma Zooma," and "Oh Marie Awesome." He's performing with Keely Smith, Sam Butera and the Witnesses.

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Carnival Tries to Compete in the Big Ship Game With First New Vessel in 4 Years

Carnival is the giant among cruise lines, but it's been trumped in recent years by big ideas from Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line. The ship will also be the company's largest vessel when it debuts in 2016, with a capacity of 3,936 people .

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Treasures of the Texas Coast Children's Art Contest opens

... to any United destination in the 48 contiguous United States, one 7-night Caribbean cruise from Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines departing out of Galveston, Miami, or Ft. Lauderdale, and a class party at Schlitterbahn Waterpark in New Braunfels. The ...

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Woman Spends $164,000 Per Year Living on Crystal Serenity Cruise Ship

After Lee Wachtstetter's, 86, husband died of cancer in 1997, she decided to honor his wishes and live on the sea...permanently. She sold her 5-bedroom Fort Lauderdale home and moved to a stateroom aboard the Crystal Serenity luxury cruise ship.

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Thursday, January 22, 2015

Half Off Deposit on Disney Cruise Line for 2015 Sailings

Disney Cruise Line is starting off the year with a limited time offer for bookings made by February 15, 2015 and you'll only pay half the deposit . The "normal" deposit requirement for Disney Cruise Line is 20% of the cruise fare, so with only 10% down you'll have plenty of breathing room after the holiday crunch.

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Yelp NOLA Elites Wig Out and Wind Down with Maison de Cheveux

Maison de Cheveux, French for "House of Hair", hosted 25 Yelp Elites for a Carnival kick off crafting Mardi Gras headdresses and shades for parades under the expert supervision of the Maison de Cheveux ladies. The Yelp Elites sipped on Skinny Coladas and "Have Your Cake, and Drink It Too" cocktails, both made with Bols Yogurt by local expert Curt, also known as @geneverfever on the social-spheres whilst noshing signature crab balls with crawfish cream sauce from Oceana Grill and sparkly Sucre King Cakes.

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Grandmother Lives On Cruise Ship For $164,000 A Year, Sails Through Golden Years Beautifully

Wachtstetter and her husband were big cruise fans so she took a dying request to heart. "The day before my husband died of cancer in 1997, he told me, 'Don't stop cruising.'

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Wallet-friendly cruising: 10 money-saving tips

... to drinking the free stuff - such as ice tea, lemonade, juice and flavored water (on lines including Norwegian Cruise Lines and Princess Cruises) available at the buffet. Wet your whistle at the Captain's party (you'll receive an invite if you're a ...

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Disney Cruise Line Will Debut New 'Frozen' Experiences this Summerby...

This morning Disney Cruise Line announced new "Frozen"-themed experiences that'll be appearing for the first time in forever on their cruises this summer. In addition to being a way of life for young children and their parents, Disney's "Frozen" is, of course, the highest grossing animated movie of all time , making $1.2 billion.

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) Upgraded From Hold to Buy

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'Frozen' takeovers coming to Disney Cruise Line

Olaf, Anna and Elsa will be featured on all four Disney Cruise Line ships during meet-and-greet opportunities. Olaf, Anna and Elsa will be featured on all four Disney Cruise Line ships during meet-and-greet opportunities.

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Finding the Right Balance: Celebrity Cruises and Randi Zuckerberg...

The modern luxury cruise brand has revealed a unique program curated by Zuckerberg to encourage guests to find a tech-life balance while on vacation. Launching today, the first part of the program is a new lineup of specially designed spa treatments and services available at Canyon Ranch SpaClub onboard Celebrity's modern luxury ships beginning Zuckerberg, Editor-in-Chief of Dot Complicated, an online website that navigates the ever-evolving universe of technology and social media, curated the one-of-a-kind program to inspire vacationers to take a break from their daily dose of technology and recharge.

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'Let it Go' on special 'Frozen' cruises aboard Disney ships

Cruise ship passengers are being invited to "Let it Go" and enjoy the Kingdom of Arendelle on new " Frozen " cruises with Disney Cruise Line. Debuting this summer on select Disney Magic and Disney Wonder sailings, passengers will be transported to the popular winter wonderland of Elsa , Anna, Kristoff and Olaf .

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Water Parks in the US Industry Market Research Report from IBISWorld...

In an increasingly saturated market, water park operators will try to bring in revenue year-round through indoor attractions and winter shows, decreasing the reliance on the peak summer period. For this reason, industry research firm IBISWorld has updated a report on the Water Parks industry in its growing industry report collection.

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A look at Celebrity's new Suite Class dining coming in April

If you value private dining wherever you go, why not on your next cruise? Celebrity Cruises plans to roll out a restaurant called Luminae as part of its new Suite Class concept. Luminae, meant to evoke light and luxury, will open fleet-wide in April.

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Prosecutor lays into Concordia captain

Grosseto, January 22 - Grosseto prosecutor Alessandro Leopizzi was unsparing in his criticism of Francesco Schettino during his closing arguments in the trial of the former Costa Concordia captain for multiple counts of manslaughter and dereliction of duty in relation to the partial sinking of the cruise liner after it hit rocks off the Tuscan island of Giglio in January 2012, leaving 32 people dead. Schettino "had an exuberance that led him to be insincere," began Leopizzi, citing a report by the former Costa Cruises commander Mario Terenzio Palombo, before insisting that the accident on January 13, 2012, was due to "human factors" and that the cruise liner was not a "rattletrap".

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Land of Frozen coming to Disney cruise line

Disney officials announced Thursday that this summer, Disney Cruise Line guests can immerse themselves in the animated hit "Frozen" with brand-new experiences inspired by the film, including a deck party, a three-song stage show production number, new character meet and greets, storybook adventures ashore and more. Also this summer, friends from Frozen are making their stage show debut at sea in the Walt Disney Theatre aboard the Disney Magic.

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Maersk Drilling Mulls Leviathan Contracts

Jonas Bjork, commercial manager Maersk Drilling Denmark, a subsidiary of Maersk Group, says that Israel is in his radar in the near future and hinted that his company targets Leviathan contracts, reports Globes. Bjork added that the Israeli government may make things difficult, but it is also willing to listen and to learn.

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Beth Bodensteiner is Sr VP at Holland America Line

Beth Bodensteiner has been promoted to senior vice president, revenue management for Holland America Line. In this capacity, Bodensteiner will lead the development and execution of all revenue management programs and initiatives that support Holland America Line's revenue goals.

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Cruise calls to Falmouth to drop in 2015

... in the season more than one cruise ship will anchor off the islands. Guernsey's unique non VAT status means cruise lines specifically target the island. The big cruise companies such as Cunard, Princess, Royal Caribbean International , Holland ...

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Wednesday, January 21, 2015

BWW Interview: 'The Music of Whitney Houston' Comes To Life With Rashidra Scott

From an early age, Rashidra Scott was known as the little girl with the big voice. "She's the reason why I'm singing," Rashidra said of Whitney Houston.

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Florida widow, 86, pays $164K a year to live on luxury cruise ship

The 86-year-old widow has spent the last seven years living aboard the 1,070-passenger vessel, the Crystal Serenity, which this year will cost her about $164,000, according to the Asbury Park Press . She pays $164K a year to live on a luxury cruise ship and says it's a "fairy-tale life" http://t.co/GOOjz1J0nJ http://ift.tt/1551U8E "The day before my husband died of cancer in 1997, he told me, 'Don't stop cruising.'

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Chewbacchus 2015

I would like to send a personal invite to all to take part in the Integalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus Parade this year. It is one of the easiest of all Mardi Gras Krewes.

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FL: Mayor Buckhorn Says He'll Lead Effort to Expand Streetcar

Jan. 20--TAMPA -- Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn stepped up Tuesday to take the lead on determining the future path of the TECO Streetcar line. The mayor had vowed more than two years ago to save the struggling streetcar that travels between Ybor City and downtown Tampa, but not much has changed since then, he concedes.

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Here Comes the Sun, I Say... It's Alright

Today, the Sun poked up above the horizon in the Arctic city of TromsA , Norway for the first time since late November. From here on out the daytime will get longer and longer until the third week in May when the sun won't set at all for awhile.

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Nantucket Wine Festival Announces Full Line Up of Events

January 20, 2015--Buy tickets now to the Nantucket Wine Festival! The full schedule of events has just been posted for the 19th Annual Nantucket Wine Festival, May 13-17, 2015. Visit http://ift.tt/19tjwa4 to buy tickets now.

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Costa pays 84 mn to Concordia passengers

Grosseto, January 21 - Costa Cruises, civil defendant in the trial regarding the January 2012 shipwreck of the cruise ship Concordia, delivered documents to judges on Wednesday that show compensation payments totalling 84 million euros.

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Tin Men - No Man is an Island

The Tin Men recorded live in March 2013 at the Festival A Vaulx Jazz, in the Charlie Chaplin Cultural Center of Vaulx-en-Velin near Lyons, France. During a show from MPB last November, Aurora Nealand joins Valeria Oliveira e Candeeiro Jazz, at the Teatro Riachelo in Natal, a city in northeastern Brazil.

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Keel laid for 'most luxurious cruise ship ever'

A shipyard in Italy today officially began construction on what's being billed as the most luxurious cruise ship ever. The Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa, Italy held an official keel-laying ceremony for the Keel laid for 'most luxurious cruise ship ever' A shipyard in Italy today officially began construction on what's being billed as the most luxurious cruise ship ever.

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American Cruise Lines Unveils Plans for American Eagle's Maiden Voyage

A rendering of American Cruise Lines' newest riverboat, the American Eagle, which will debut on the Mississippi River in April. We look forward to welcoming guests aboard for American Eagle's first sailing.

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Concordia shipwreck trial nears closing

Grosseto, January 21 - Closing arguments for the prosecution are scheduled Thursday and Friday in the trial of Francesco Schettino, captain of the Costa Concordia which shipwrecked off the Tuscan island of Giglio in January 2012, killing 32 people. In Wednesday's hearings, Captain Leopoldo Manna, director of central operations for Rome's harbourmaster, testified that based on his telephone conversations with Schettino while the shipwreck was underway, Manna told operations center personnel he felt Schettino wasn't the "most suitable" person to speak to regarding the situation, and that he "seemed in shock".

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86-year-old widow pays $164,000 to live aboard luxury cruise ship

Lee Wachtstetter, 86, has paid $164,000 a year to live in a luxury cruise ship for almost seven years. After her husband, Mason, died, Wachtstetter decided to sell her five-bedroom home in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to live aboard the Crystal Serenity , a 1,700-passenger cruise ship with amenities like a movie theater, retail stores and a chef's garden.

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Asia Society Joins P21 to Support 21st Century Learning and Global Competence

Asia Society joins P21's diverse coalition of education leaders, the business community, and policymakers supporting student readiness for college, career, and citizenship along the entire continuum of learning. Tony Jackson, Vice President, Education, will represent Asia Society on P21's strategic council and contribute to P21's ongoing work in building global competence in education for all students.

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Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Widow lives on cruise ship: Crystal Serenity is luxury home for Lee Wachtstetter

Ever dream of living on a cruise ship ? Ever hoped that one day you could just go out to sea and live the rest of your life that way while dining when you want on what you want and while visiting all the places on your bucket list while not needing to pack and unpack for each individual destination? Well, according to WKRN-TV Nashville on Jan. 20, 86-year-old widow Lee Wachtstetter is doing just that. In fact, the Florida woman known as Mama Lee to the crew of one special ship has lived on the Crystal Serenity for the past seven years.

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Widow lives on cruise ship: Crystal Serenity is luxury home for Lee Wachtstetter

Ever dream of living on a cruise ship ? Ever hoped that one day you could just go out to sea and live the rest of your life that way while dining when you want on what you want and while visiting all the places on your bucket list while not needing to pack and unpack for each individual destination. Well, according to WKRN-TV Nashville on Jan. 20, 86-year-old widow Lee Wachtstetter is doing just that.

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A sea of changes await cruise passengers this year

Mad Dogg Athletics Names Aerin Shaw Chief Operating Officer

Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. announced that Aerin Shaw, formerly at Nike and Walt Disney, has been named chief operating officer. Mad Dogg Athletics is continuing to strengthen its senior management team to keep up with the significant growth in its portfolio of fitness brands which includes Spinning, Peak Pilates, CrossCore, Bodyblade, Ugi, and Resist-A-Ball.

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Holland America Line Reveals Summer 2016 European Itineraries for Newbuild ms Koningsdam

What It's Like Living Aboard a Luxury Cruise Ship

An 86-year old Florida widow has spent nearly seven years living on a luxury cruise ship, paying $164,000 a year to do so. Lee Wachtstetter, known as "Mama Lee" aboard the Crystal Serenity ship, became a permanent resident of the seas after her husband died.

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86-year-old Florida widow Lee Wachtstetter has been living on the...

After her husband died of cancer in 1997, a Florida woman decided to honour his wishes and live on the sea... permanently. Lee Wachtstetter, 86, sold her five-bedroom Fort Lauderdale home and moved to a stateroom aboard a luxury cruise ship.

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Austin Adventures Launches President's Trips Series - Opportunity to Travel with Industry Icons

The award-winning travel company will run three trips, two of which will be hosted by Dan Austin, president and his wife, Carol. The third trip will be guided by Ron van Dijk, European Director.

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Longhorn Network to Launch Nationwide on DIRECTV, 1/21

ESPN and DIRECTV announced today that Longhorn Network , the 24/7 channel devoted to The University of Texas, will be available to fans within the state of Texas and nationwide beginning this Wednesday, Jan. 21. Carriage of the network is part of a larger agreement between DIRECTV and The Walt Disney Company. Longhorn Network will be available to DIRECTV customers in Texas on channel 677 in the CHOICE package or above, and nationwide for customers who subscribe to the DIRECTV SPORTS PACK.

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Seakeeper Poised for Growth in 2015

Seakeeper reported record growth in 2014, noting that it is poised to continue the momentum through 2015 Shipments of gyros increased 46% over 2013 as more boat manufacturers added Seakeeper as standard and optional equipment on new builds. A sizable portion of its sales also came from refits.

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Mahoney Joins WR Systems as Business Director

WR Systems Ltd. has announced Mark Mahoney as the new Director of Domestic Maritime Business. Mahoney comes to WR from Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine, where he spent almost 25 years honing his technical maritime expertise in a variety of roles, including marketing, contracts and compliance.

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Contracts Boost for Maritime Developments

Specialist back-deck equipment provider Maritime Developments has won contracts worth in the region of $10.6 million and broadened its product portfolio. The company, which supports subsea industry operations worldwide, has secured the first order for its innovative portable overside vertical lay system from a leading installation contractor.

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NR Cruises Are Great Times

I've been meaning to write back to you how much I THOROUGHLY enjoyed this post-election cruise. I was hoping for a lot, and it was even better than that.

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Broadway's 'After Midnight' to debut on cruise ship

Missed After Midnight on Broadway? You'll have another chance to see the Tony Award-winning musical starting this fall on a cruise ship. Norwegian Cruise Line on Friday announced the jazz-filled show Broadway's 'After Midnight' to debut on cruise ship Missed After Midnight on Broadway? You'll have another chance to see the Tony Award-winning musical starting this fall on a cruise ship.

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German cruise ships to dominate 2015 season in Falmouth

The 2015 cruise season starts in April but already there may be one economic casualty for Falmouth with news that the German cruise ship Deutschland is up for sale. German operated ships will once again dominate the year with nine ships bringing thousands of passengers to Cornwall.

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Entries for Journalism Award Petrobras

There are only 20 days to the end of entries in Journalism Award Petrobras. Will cover the best national and regional articles published in newspaper / magazine, television, radio and news portal in the areas of Culture, Sports, Social Responsibility and Oil, Gas and Energy, in addition to the best national and regional best shot.

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PSA Container Throughput Up

PSA International Pte Ltd handled 65.44 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units of containers at its port projects around the world for the year ending 31 December 2014. The Group's volume increased by 5.8% over 2013 with the flagship PSA Singapore Terminals contributing 33.55 million TEUs and PSA terminals outside Singapore handling 31.89 million TEUs .

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An Analysis Of Royal Caribbean Cruises Using The Capital Asset Pricing Model

... I use the Capital Asset Pricing Model to demonstrate that among the listed stocks in the Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines Industry on the S&P 500 Index, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (NYSE: RCL ) has generated positive returns during both periods of ...

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Cruiseport Boston's 2015 season to feature 11 multiple-ship days

Cruise passengers who wish to see Boston in 2015 have a variety of options, according to Cruiseport Boston . Between April 24 and Nov. 8, 27 ships from 17 cruise lines are expected to dock at Black Falcon Cruise Terminal.

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Monday, January 19, 2015

Silversea Launches Included Shore Excursions and WiFi on Mediterranean Cruises

Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is kicking off 2015 with an enticing new programme that includes shore excursions and WiFi. This programme is available for new bookings made on or after 15 January 2015 on any of the line's 52 Mediterranean cruises this year.

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How to get the best cruise ship cabin

... Once you've chosen a ship and itinerary, check online to find photos and diagrams of the layout of cabins. Cruise lines describe space in terms of square feet, and it's not a bad idea to take out a tape measure and mark out the space - 175 square ...

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Ottawa Bars Use of 'Buy America' Rules at Ferry Project in Canada

The Canadian government signed an order on Monday blocking the United States from applying controversial "Buy America" purchasing rules on the demolition and reconstruction of a ferry terminal that is located on Canada's Pacific Coast but operated by Alaska's Department of Transportation. The U.S. federal rules are designed to protect U.S. companies from foreign competition in transportation infrastructure projects.

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ABB Wins Orders for Star Cruises Ships

ABB has won orders worth $60 million to deliver complete electrical power plant and propulsion systems for two new vessels for Star Cruises operated by Genting HongKong and to be built by Meyer Werft at its shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. The orders were booked during 2014.

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Charlottetown expects record 2015 cruise ship season

A couple walks on the boardwalk in Victoria Park as the cruise ship Seabourn Quest rides at anchor in the Charlottetown harbour. The season will kick off in May with nine calls, three of which are overnighting in Charlottetown.

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Prepping for spring semester

It's that time of year again, when everyone comes back with their new year's resolutions to get better grades, lose weight, earn more money, etc. However, not everyone will hold these resolutions till the end of the year.

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Luxury goes to sea: Over $6000 a night

One of the key features of the Seven Seas Explorer, launching in summer of 2016, is a massive two-bedroom suite with built-in spa and eye-popping price: US$5000 per person per night - that's US$10,000 for a couple. There will be one suite in the new "Regent Suite" category.

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Tips for taking for your first Disney Cruise

Speaking from experience, planning your first cruise can be a bit overwhelming. Then add in the magic of Disney and chances are you will find yourself thinking about the many different ways you can make your first Disney Cruise as fantastic as possible.

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More Travelers Are Seeking Long Cruises

According to recent survey of travel agents by Cruise Lines International Association , 37 percent of agents reported an increase in bookings of 14- to 100-day cruises. According to recent survey of travel agents by Cruise Lines International Association , 37 percent of agents reported an increase in bookings of 14- to 100-day cruises.

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Alaska cruise brings winning Seattle Seahawks and fans together

How about those amazing Seattle Seahawks? If you miss out on seeing them at Super Bowl XLIV next month, Princess Cruises has another idea: Take a fan cruise to Alaska in June that lets you sail with the players. Passengers on the Seahawks Fan Cruise will meet members of the Seahawks as they board at certain ports and sail for several days of the weeklong cruise, a spokeswoman says.

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TENTATIVELY creeping through the shady forest, we're all on high alert. Speaking in hushed tones, only our feet crunching on the man-made shell path give away our position.

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Transparent water slide sends riders over EDGE of Disney cruise ship

A year in the life of Dartmoor: Beautiful timelapse condenses 365 days of sunsets and changing seasons into eight minutes Air India flight from Chennai to Paris delayed by three hours after FIGHT breaks out in the cockpit between the pilot and an engineer Holidays make for a happy work-force as 61% admit they would change jobs for more time off Macau announces A 8.6 BILLION casino resort inspired by Batman's Gotham City... complete with Ferris wheel built into hotel WALL From walking the Great Wall of China to diving with great white sharks - adventurous Britons reveal their top bucket list destinations Taking music around the world! Amazing pictures show how public piano project started by British artist has united people all over the globe Meet the 11-year-old who is barely taller than his board but is set to take the snowboarding world by storm Welcome to Pet Airways! World's first ... (more)

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Sunday, January 18, 2015

Evening - Lofoten Islands

At the end of a lovely day on the Hurtigruten and a trip by land on the island of Vesteralen we were back on the ship and making several stops at small ports on or close to the Lofoten islands. It was early evening and nearly dark when we reached Solvaer, the capital of the Lofoten Islands.

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Cruise lines reinventing dining at sea

For today's tourists, enjoyable eating is an essential part of any vacation. And while cruises once got by with mediocre yet generous buffets or unexciting meal choices served only at appointed times, travellers have recently come to expect something more.

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Saturday, January 17, 2015

Canadians dominate competition on Dancing With the Stars theme cruise

Canadians dominated a dance competition on Holland America Line's MS Westerdam ship as the hit TV show Dancing with the Stars took to the seas for the Champions Cruise in the Caribbean. Brenton Mitchell of Halifax danced his way to victory, capturing the coveted Mirrorball Trophy during a week of intense competitions.

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Norwegian Cruise Line selects Rolls-Royce permanent magnet tunnel thruster

... magnet tunnel thruster as an upgrade to an existing propulsion package. Passenger comfort is a top priority for cruise lines, and the reduction of both noise and vibration, which our permanent magnet technology provides, is of paramount importance ...

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Iron Chef Jose Garces to launch first restaurant at sea

Add Jose Garces to the list of celebrity chefs with a restaurant at sea. Norwegian Cruise Line today announced that the Iron Chef star will bring his Latin-inspired cuisine to two eateries on its next ship, Iron Chef Jose Garces to launch first restaurant at sea Add Jose Garces to the list of celebrity chefs with a restaurant at sea.

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German cruise ships to dominate 2015 season in Falmouth

Canadians dominate competition on 'DWTS' cruise

Friday, January 16, 2015

5 Chances to Land a Role

Feeling like there's a shortage of jobs to apply for? Here are five that might spark your interest from this week on Backstage. This Kevin Bacon-starring series is casting background actors to play Brooklyn college students.

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After Midnight, Staged by Warren Carlyle, Heads Out to Sea This Fall

Norwegian Cruise Line announced today that After Midnight will headline in the Escape Theatre on their newest and largest ship ever-Norwegian Escape. Scott Sander s Productions , After Midnight is among a select group of partnerships with leaders in the fields of fine dining and entertainment on board Norwegian Escape, which will begin sailing from her homeport of Miami in November 2015.

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Tony-Winning Musical After Midnight Will Set Sail with Norwegian Cruiseline

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that the critically-acclaimed Broadway musical After Midnight will be the headline act on their newest and largest ship, the Norwegian Escape. The musical sets sail with the liner in November.

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Norwegian Escape bringing Broadway, Latin food, Wynwood beer and John Hughes to Miami

The District Brew House will be a craft beer hall partnering with Wynwood Brewing Company, known for La Rubia Blonde Ale but also set to create a microbrew exclusive to the ship. The District Brew House will be a craft beer hall partnering with Wynwood Brewing Company, known for La Rubia Blonde Ale but also set to create a microbrew exclusive to the ship.

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New cruise kicks up the party

Norwegian Cruise Line on Friday announced a host of new entertainment partnerships meant to improve the onboard experience of its new ship, the Norwegian Escape. Even though this new ship doesn't launch until November, there's plenty of buzz surrounding the new restaurants and leisure options onboard.

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Iron Chef Jose Garces to launch first restaurant at sea

Escape to New Flavors and Dazzling Sights

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced a multitude of new partnerships with leaders in the fields of dining, beverage and entertainment to feature innovative branded experiences onboard Norwegian Escape. During an exclusive event in New York City, the line revealed that their largest ship ever, Norwegian Escape, will include several new culinary experiences, along with two Tony Award-winning musicals, and a unique Supper Club, when she begins sailing from her homeport of Miami in November 2015.

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Eternal Light - Eternal Night

Another photo taken from the Hurtigruten ship, this time as it docked for a short time at Vardo. Vardo faces the Barent Sea in the extreme north-east of Norway.

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Escape to New Flavors and Dazzling Sights

Norwegian Escape to feature a series of branded experiences from leaders in dining and beverage, along with Tony Award-winning Broadway Musicals and all-new Supper Club )--Norwegian Cruise Line today announced a multitude of new partnerships with leaders in the fields of dining, beverage and entertainment to feature innovative branded experiences onboard Norwegian Escape. During an exclusive event in New York City, the line revealed that their largest ship ever, Norwegian Escape, will include several new culinary experiences, along with two Tony Award-winning musicals, and a unique Supper Club, when she begins sailing from her homeport of Miami in November 2015.

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Luxury line Silversea goes even more all-inclusive

Tired of being nickel-and-dimed on cruise ships? You'll love the latest news from Silversea Cruises. The luxury line on Thursday announced that it is throwing in free shore excursions and Internet access this Luxury line Silversea goes even more all-inclusive Tired of being nickel-and-dimed on cruise ships? You'll love the latest news from Silversea Cruises.

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MacGregor Wins Fujian Southeast Shipyard Contract

MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has won a contract from Fujian Southeast Shipyard in China to supply deck equipment packages for two 78m anchor-handling/offshore support vessels under construction for Singapore-based Adhart Shipping Pte Ltd. The order was booked into fourth quarter 2014 order intake. The 12,000 bhp, 150 tonne bollard pull vessels are intended for operations in Asia/Pacific, the Middle East and West Africa.

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Seanergy Maritime to Acquire Capesize Vessel

S eanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. while announcinbg their financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2014 informed that they plan to acquire a Secondhand Capesize vessel. In this regards Stamatis Tsantanis, the Company's Chairman & Chief Executive Officer stated, "Since the successful completion of the Company's financial restructuring in March 2014, we have worked towards rebuilding the Company's fleet so we can initiate the positive cash-flow generation that will deliver value to our shareholders.

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Yorkshire steam weekend, migration app, and football at La Manga: Travel agenda

Note: We do not store your email address but your IP address will be logged to prevent abuse of this feature. Please read our Legal Terms & Policies A new running race though Italian wine country is set to launch this March.

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EFC Delivers Equipment to Chinese Shipyard

EFC Group has completed a $2.2million contract to design and build a BOP and diverter control system for China-based Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Offshore Co . The system is installed onboard DSIC's newbuild jack-up drilling rig, JU2000E-13 for drilling contractor Apexindo, where it will be known as Tasha.

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Thursday, January 15, 2015

6 New Cruise Ships for Honeymooners

If you're going to start your new marriage with a cruise , why not start it on a brand-new ship? 1. Quantum of the Seas Royal Caribbean's new ship launched in November with more fun activities than a honeymooner can shake a bouquet at. Picture bumper cars, a sky-diving simulator, a food "truck" , circus classes, an amusement park ride that lets passengers soar 300-feet into the air, a rock-climbing wall, and lots of pool space .

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Two New Ways to Experience the Worlds Best Small Ship Cruise:...

Windstar Cruises, recently named as Worlds Best Small Ship Cruise Line by Conde Nast Traveler, expands their fleet from four ships to six in May 2015 with the addition of two small luxury ships from Seabourn. Today, Windstar unveils the changes planned to transform these yachts to Windstars signature style.

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Nichols Brothers to Build Washington Ferry Superstructure

Ice Floe, LLC dba Nichols Brothers Boat Builders has been contracted by Vigor Industrial to construct the superstructure portion of the third Olympic Class 144-Car Washington State Ferry the M/V Chimacum. Nichols Brothers completed the superstructures for the first and second WSF 144-Car Ferry vessels delivered to Vigor for final assembly in March and December 2013.

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EFC Delivers Equipment to Chinese Shipyard

Norwegian Orders Rolls-Royce Propulsion Upgrade

Norwegian Cruise Line has selected a Rolls-Royce permanent magnet tunnel thruster to upgrade the propulsion package onboard cruise vessel Norwegian Epic. According to Rolls-Royce, the permanent magnet tunnel thruster offers numerous advantages over traditional tunnel thrusters including reduction in noise and vibration, an increase in power output of around 25% from the same size propeller, and is removable underwater eliminating the need for dry docking.

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Silversea enhances Mediterranean cruise season with spectacular perks program

Now this is just about what every Silversea Cruises' passenger wants to hear. The company announced today, Jan. 15, via press release, that is offering shore excursions plus WiFi on its summer of 2015 Mediterranean itineraries.

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