March 2006 Cruise News
One More Reason for Mexico Cruises: The Port of Chiapas
Mexico has opened up the Port of Chiapas and thereby given cruise passengers another opportunity to visit the country south of the border. With many Mayan sites nearby, as well as a reservoir of other attractions, the Chiapas is sure to be a hit with cruisers.
March 31, 2006
Regent Seven Seas' Paul Gauguin -- $6 Million Makeover
After a $6 million refurbishment, the Regent Seven Seas cruise ship Paul Gauguin is set to take another set of lucky travelers to the exotic Polynesian Islands in the South Pacific.
March 29, 2006
Disney Cruise Line is Heading to Europe
Disney Cruise Line is adding European ports of call to the list of places its ships now visit. Its beautiful cruise ship, Disney Magic, will head to the Mediterranean on 10- and 11-night cruises. Based in Barcelona, Spain, the cruise ship will spend several months offering cruises to mostly American families who want a safe and fun way to experience Europe.
March 24, 2006
The International Council of Cruise Lines' Environmental Efforts
Together with the environmental group, Conservation International, the ICCL has established an initiative to help further protect the world's valuable oceans. Setting their sights of a variety of issues such as wastewater discharge, environmental stewardship, and the protection of marine eco-systems, the two groups are putting forth an effort to protect the seas.
March 22, 2006
Red Hook, Line, and Sinker-Part II
In less than a month, cruise passengers will have one more option when sailing to or from the northeast: Red Hook Terminal in Brooklyn, New York. Initially, only Carnival Corporation's Cunard and Princess cruise ships will be using the terminal. Soon, Norwegian and possibly others will make they're way into this state-of-the-art terminal.
March 16, 2006
Regent Seven Seas Breaks the Code
Regent Seven Seas (formerly known as Radisson Seven Seas) is offering passengers and fans of the best-selling novel, The Da Vinci Code, the opportunity to explore the sights of Paris, as well as some of the landmarks from the smash best-seller. Seventeen cruises with pre- and post-cruise packages are available.
March 15, 2006
Radisson Seven Seas Cruises changing name to Regent
As of March 7th, Radisson Seven Seas Cruises will be known as Regent Seven Seas Cruises. If there are any other changes besides the one to the name, it will only be that the level of service and accommodations will be even higher than it was before.
March 09, 2006
The Great Carnival of China
Carnival Cruise Lines has become the first North American cruise line to market specifically to Chinese travelers. Through its subsidiary, the Italian-based Costa Cruises, Carnival Corporation will give Chinese travelers a chance to experience the thrill of cruising Carnival style.
March 08, 2006
Carnival Cruise Lines' Cruise to Nowhere
The 6-month contract with FEMA has come to a close for Carnival Cruise Lines, thereby putting an end to the cruise line's housing of Katrina victims. The ships will now be renovated and refitted to start their regular passenger cruises.
March 01, 2006
