August 2005 Cruise News
Gulf Coast Cruise and Tourism Industry Left in Shambles
As one of the largest natural disasters to ever strike U.S. soil, Hurricane Katrina has devastated cities and towns all along the gulf coast from Louisiana
to Alabama. As residents of these ravaged areas begin the long, grueling task of coping and rebuilding, the cruise and tourism industry of this once thriving
sea-side region faces an uncertain future.
August 31, 2005
Katrina Forces Evacuation of Residents, Carnival Cruises
Carnival Cruises offers a Mexico cruise at a substantially discounted price due to Katrina. Forced to leave the Port of New Orleans, Carnival Cruises' Sensation
is now scheduled to leave for Mexico from Galveston, Texas.
August 30, 2005
Viking River Cruises' 2006 Itineraries Announced; New Ship on China's Yangtze & Huge Savings on Early Bookings
The new 2006 sailing schedule from Viking River Cruises offers opportunities to explore the history, culture and changing landscapes of China with the ease of a
well-crafted, all-inclusive tour. Book before September 1, 2005 and receive $700 off any 2006 cruise.
August 29, 2005
Seabourn Pride to Host Third Annual America Food and Wine Festival
Departing from New York on October 16th 2005, Seabourn Pride's third annual America Food and Wine Festival at sea will give passengers the opportunity to
enjoy onboard wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, and dinner menus form some of America's most acclaimed chefs. In addition, guests will be able to
participate in a number of special culinary-themed shore excursions in nine incredible ports of call.
August 26, 2005
Carnival Cruises Extends its Contract with Mobile, Alabama for Another Year
Mobile, Alabama will be the gateway to the Western Caribbean for yet another year as Carnival Cruises extends its contract with the seaside city. Cruise
Network is currently booking 4- and 5-day cruises on Carnival Cruises' Holiday.
August 25, 2005
Joyful for All: Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's with
Crystal Cruises
This holiday season arrives with a special gift for everyone'two exciting 2005 itineraries aboard the lavishly festive Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony,
with convenient departures from both east and west coast ports.
August 24, 2005
Freedom of the Seas is Now the Largest Cruise Ship Afloat
With only eight months left until her official maiden voyage, Royal Caribbean's new cruise ship giant, the Freedom of the Seas,
made her seafaring debut as the new 158,000 ton vessel was floated out of the Aker Finnyards shipyard in Finland late last week. When she is officially
delivered to Royal Caribbean in April of next year, Freedom of the Seas will be the largest and one of the most extraordinary vessels at sea today.
August 23, 2005
Dolphin Encounters Are Coming Under Scrutiny by Cruise Lines, Countries
Dolphin Encounters are hailed by their proponents as chances for people to better understand and appreciate sea life. Yet Opponents say that separating
dolphins from their natural habitat is doing just the opposite.
August 22, 2005
FREE Upgrades All Month Long on Carnival Cruise Bookings
The dog days of August just happen to be the best days to book a 'Fun Ship' cruise this year. With prices starting at $279, Carnival is featuring FREE
upgrades on virtually any cruise booked during the entire month of August.
August 10, 2005
Cunard Cruise Line Adds Queen Mary 2 to its 2007 Grand
World Cruise Itineraries
The incomparable Queen Mary 2 is the largest and one of the most famous cruise ships on earth. Beginning in January of 2007, this colossal vessel, along with
her sea-faring sister the legendary Queen Elizabeth 2, will be simultaneously sailing two of the most incredible world cruise itineraries ever offered in
Cunard Cruise Line's long history of providing these spectacular voyages around the world.
August 9, 2005
Norwegian Jewel is a New and Shining Example of Norwegian Cruise Line's Future
Norwegian Jewel, the newest NCL ship, was released on August 4th a day ahead of schedule and amidst an ocean's worth of anticipation. Constructed by Meyer
Werft, it is the first in a series of some of the most innovative ships in the NCL fleet.
August 5, 2005
Princess Cruises and Caribbean Dreams
Princess Cruises' is already looking into the future of their cruise vacations; perhaps you should too. Never before have they offered such a great list of Caribbean
itineraries, and never before has your chance to cruise with Princess been better.
August 4, 2005
Cruise Reservations with No Hesitation
Cruise reservations don't need to be a headache, but if you've never cruised before, you might not be sure what you're looking for.Of
course, a good travel agent, such what you can find at Cruise Network, will be able to help you out with any questions you have. But it doesn't hurt if
you have a general idea about what type of experience you want your cruise to be.
August 3, 2005
Cruise Network.com Offers Special Gift to Bermuda Bound Royal Caribbean Cruise Passengers
Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas was supposed to be spending last week docked along the warm sun-drenched shores of Bermuda. Instead, more than 3,000
cruise passengers found themselves having to settle for a much cooler trip along the foggy coasts of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Canada.
August 2, 2005
Holland America Makes Exciting Ship/Port Additions to its Already Highly Anticipated 2006 Canada/New England Cruise Season
As the peak for the 2005 Canada/New England Cruise season fastly approaches, Holland America is already making big plans for its 2006 Canada and New England
cruise offerings. With the addition of a new port of call, and new ship, and numerous new opportunities for all kinds of fun and adventure in the region,
space is certain to fill up fast for what is looking to be the best Canada/New England cruise season yet!
August 1, 2005