July 2005 Cruise News
Fall Foliage Cruises Offer Breath of Fresh Air
Sweating it through triple digit temperatures? Sick of the heat, the beach and everything that comes along with it? Start planning a different sort of vacation
getaway to New England, and let a cruise ship be your guide.
July 29, 2005
Carnival Cruise Line is Holding the Second Annual "Mind/Body" Cruise from October 23-30
Carnival Cruise Line's second annual "Mind/Body" cruise on the Carnival Pride will give guests an opportunity
to not only listen to and train with fitness and health experts, but also change their life with good eating and exercise habits. Plus, they'll get to
experience the "Fun Ship" experience in the beautiful destination of the Mexican Riviera.
July 28, 2005
Cruise Network.com Announces Winners in Ultimate Mother's Day Carnival Cruises Giveaway
After more than two months and thousands of entries, Cruise Network.com has officially announced the 10 lucky winners in the
company's exclusive Ultimate Mother's Day Carnival Cruise Giveaway contest.
July 27, 2005
New Stage Show Aboard Disney Cruise Line Presents a Twist on Cinderella's Happily Ever After Story
As the largest theatrical production ever produced aboard a Disney cruise ship, Disney Cruise Line's magnificent new stage
production, " Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story," offers passengers an elaborate new take on this time honored Disney classic tale of happily ever
after. With one of the most talented and experienced casts at sea today, this lavish new production will be showing aboard the Disney Magic for the
remainder of the 2005-2006 cruise vacation season.
July 26, 2005
Holland America Line & Food and Wine Magazine Announce New Participating Gurus in Culinary Arts
Center Program
Holland America's partnership with Food and Wine Magazine is attracting some of the world's most celebrated chefs. Newly
announced culinary aficionados for 2006 include the lovely and talented Chef Cat Cora, host and producer of the Food Network's
Cat Cora Show, as well as the highly regarded food journalist and award-winning cookbook author Chef Mark Bittman.
July 25, 2005
New Online Check-in Process Making it Easier to Board Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Ships
Not only will passengers be able to complete their check-in documents online and at home, they'll spend less time standing in line at the pier because of it. It's simply another way that
Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises are streamlining the embarking procedure.
July 22, 2005
Holland America's New ms Noordam to Debut in February Complete with Signature of Excellence Enhancements
When Holland America's newest cruise ship, the ms Noordam, makes her debut early next year, she will come complete with all of
Holland America's latest Signature of Excellence Enhancements, along with a wide array of other innovative new features and
amenities including more fine dining options, a larger and more luxurious spa, upgraded youth facilities, and some of the most
spacious and comfortable accommodations available at sea.
July 21, 2005
Radisson Cruises' New Travel Concierge Program Offers Tailor-made Destination Experiences
Radisson Cruises has answered the plea of its most adventurous passengers with enhancements to the line's Travel Concierge
Program which is now prepared to make your brightest, most imaginative shore experiences come true.
July 20, 2005
Tips For Those Who are Using One of the Cruise Lines for Their First Vacation
When it comes to preparing for your cruise vacation, here are a few things you should think about before trying to hop
aboard.
July 19, 2005
Carnival Cruises Takes Official Delivery
of New Carnival Liberty
After months of anticipation, Carnival Cruise
Lines has finally taken official delivery of their newest mega-vessel, Carnival Liberty. Weighing in at a massive 110,000 tons, this innovative new ship
will be the first in the Carnival fleet to offer Mediterranean cruise itineraries. Her magnificent onboard features include everything from 4
swimming pools and an enormous health spa and fitness club, to some of the most spacious accommodations at sea.
July 18, 2005
Norwegian Cruise Line to offer Southern Style Special Interest Sailings aboard Norwegian Majesty for
Caribbean Departures out of Charleston
If you've ever dreamed of cruising with the whole gang, now is the time. Norwegian Cruise Line's Majesty will service Western
Caribbean tours roundtrip from Charleston that will incorporate several special interest sailings your family and friends are
sure to enjoy, including everything from golf clinics to cooking classes and wine & beer sampling.
July 15, 2005
Celebrity Cruises Unveils New Ship Plans
Celebrity Cruises recently announced that it will soon begin construction on an extraordinary new ship. The new vessel will
be the first in an innovative new class of cruise ships from Celebrity, taking the incredible onboard features and amenities
and other luxurious extras that Celebrity Cruises is famous for to an exciting new level.
July 14, 2005
Cruise Ships Disrupted by Dennis, but Passengers' Safety
Remained Intact
Amidst the destruction caused by hurricane Dennis, cruise ships stay safe. While several ships were forced to delay their return to port or cut short a cruise,
no cruise ships were ever in danger during Dennis' path.
July 13, 2005
You Rub My Back, I'll Rub Yours: How Cruise Network and
Massage Therapists are Working Towards a Common Goal
Cruise Network is offering its clients a pat on the back for their loyalty and
massage therapists a chance to earn extra business. On July 1, the cruise agency
initiated a Massage Therapy Deal that allows customers to receive a one-hour
massage when they purchase selected cruises.
July 12, 2005
Discovery World Cruises Now One of Select Few Cruising
Galapagos Islands
Only in the Galapagos Islands will giant tortoises, sea lions and rare birds
like the blue-footed boobies charm you--even parade along with you--unbothered
by your presence. Now you can experience this magical feeling with Discovery
World Cruises as they have just joined the select few cruise ships certified to
visit this tightly restricted cruising region.
July 11, 2005
Holland America Offering Spectacular Family Savings on
Winter Escapes to a Number of Exotic Destinations
From the Caribbean, to Mexico, Hawaii, South America, and even Antarctica,
Holland America Cruise Line is inviting families from all across the country to
come celebrate the holiday season in a different way this year, aboard one of 20
different exclusive holiday journeys sailing to these and many more beautiful
and exotic destinations all over the world. Families can also take advantage of
the special savings and upgrade incentives offered by Holland America's elite
family reunion cruising program.
July 8, 2005
The Yachts of Seabourn Send your Taste Buds to Exotic
Places
The ultra-luxury Seabourn Cruises is seeing the addition of 50 new Charlie
Palmer recipes. Whether it is the exciting itineraries or the simple Signature
Delights such as a mint on the pillow, Seabourn has always been about
excellence. One example of that is the revamped menu with more recipes from the
award winning chef.
July 7, 2005
Seabourn Cruises' 2006-2007 Itinerary & Fleet-wide
Enhancements
Life onboard the stunning Yachts of Seabourn is simply overflowing with
personal luxuries including everything from complimentary on deck massage
moments to caviar in the surf. Next year's schedule, complemented by the
announcement of fleet-wide refurbishments before January 2006, is bursting with
truly remarkable award-winning itineraries and flexible enough to build your own
itinerary.
July 6, 2005
Princess Cruises Heading South of the
Border with Three Ships in 2006 and 2007
Princess Cruises majestic Golden Princess will
introduce her first West Coast cruises ever next season as part of Princess'
spectacular new Mexican Riviera cruise program, which will be taking place
throughout the 2006 and 2007 cruising season. These very special
itineraries will feature a wide array of exciting south-of-the-border cruises
departing from the convenient west coast port cities of San Francisco and Los
Angeles, California.
July 5, 2005
Carnival Cruise Line Offers Military Discounts on Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line is offering active and retired military personnel huge
savings on selected cruises. While the sailing can take place any time
between September 15th, 2005 and March 31, 2006, the cruise must be booked
before July 31, 2005. Cruises can be booked directly through Cruise Network.com.
July 1, 2005
