May 2005 Cruise News
Carnival Legend to Offer Pair of Bermuda Cruises Beginning in April of 2006
Carnival Cruise Lines proudly announces two spectacular new cruise itineraries
to the charming and exotic tropical island destination of Bermuda. These
exciting 6-day voyages, departing from New York, are being offered aboard the
majestic Carnival Legend, and will include an overnight stop in the thriving
port city of King's Wharf, as well as a full day in the charming sea-side town
of Newport, RI.
May 31, 2005
Carnival Liberty to Feature 'Seaside Theatre' with Enormous Outdoor Poolside T
Free popcorn in one hand and a drink in the other, lounging on oversized chairs,
guests can now enjoy a feature film poolside on one of the biggest screens ever
installed on a cruise ship. 270-square feet of LED technology, concert quality
sound and the sparkling Mediterranean all make for another great cruising
experience with Carnival.
May 24, 2005
Three Cruise Lines Dominate the Cruise Industry
Carnival Corporation, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian Cruise Line dominate the
midlevel-priced cruise market. In 2006 alone, these three cruise lines will
create a total of 17,000 new births, enough for close to a million more
passengers to experience what cruising is all about.
May 19, 2005
Baltimore Cruise Industry Continues Steady Growth with Series of Royal Caribbean
Cruises to Bermuda and the Caribbean
Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas departed from Baltimore, Maryland
yesterday on the first of 28 summer 2005 sailings to Bermuda and the Caribbean.
Baltimore is just one of several smaller U.S. ports that has been competing over
the past several years for the mid-Atlantic cruise line business, yet appears to
be increasing in popularity due to its highly convenient location as well as the
extremely popular and cost-competitive itineraries being offered from this
vibrant east coast city.
May 16, 2005
'Fun Ship' Cruises to Return to the Mediterranean in 2006
Due to the overwhelming excitement and success of Carnival Cruise Lines' first
season of Mediterranean cruises aboard Carnival Liberty, a return to Europe in
2006 is in the works---and scheduled aboard a 110,000-ton, un-named new build!
May 13, 2005
Princess Cruises Announces 2006 Alaska Inside Passage Cruises
Princess Cruises will continue its tradition in 2006 of offering the very best
Alaska Cruise options in the industry. Sun Princess, Dawn Princess, and
Regal Princess will all be offering a wide variety of thrilling Alaska Cruise
itineraries, each cruising through the breathtaking Inside Passage, and each
sailing from the extremely convenient home port cities of San Francisco, CA and
Seattle, WA.
May 11, 2005
Holland America Cruise Line and Food & Wine Magazine Have Teamed Up
The leader in premium cruising, Holland America, and the
trend-setting Food & Wine magazine have gotten together to offer
guests on HAL ships a unique experience. On several
sailings and on sever ships, world renowned chefs will be
brought onboard to give cooking demonstrations and classes.
Guests can learn secrets of the kitchen, as well as be
entertained at the same time.
May 10, 2005
Royal Caribbean Releases New Ship Details for Freedom of the Seas
Freedom of the Seas has just unveiled a top-deck aqua environment beyond
compare! Featuring three massive pool regions, each area introduces innovative
new concepts including an interactive water park for families, the largest, most
dramatic whirlpools afloat and a pool dedicated solely to water sports.
May 9, 2005
Cunard's QE2 Celebrates 36 Years of Dedicated Service
As she ever so elegantly made her way into the port of Southampton, England on Monday, May 2, 2005, the
magnificent Queen Elizabeth 2 reached an incredible milestone, marking 36 years
of service for Cunard Cruise Lines. After traveling a total of more than 5
million nautical miles throughout the duration of her impressive career, this
spectacular vessel has a pretty amazing history to look back at and be proud of.
May 5, 2005
Norwegian Cruise Line Moving Forward Despite Some Delays
Several new ships will be a part of NCL's fleet within the next few years. It's
all part of an effort to update the cruise line's fleet with younger vessels.
Now, after a couple delays, the company is moving forward.
May 4, 2005
CruiseNetwork.com to Commemorate Mother's Day by Giving Away Free 5-night
Caribbean
This Mother's Day, CruiseNetwork.com is giving you the chance to say thanks to
the special mother in your life in a very big way! Now through May 16, 2005, you
can nominate your own mother, or a deserving mother you know, as one of the
nation's most extraordinary mothers. Ten finalists will be chosen and rewarded
with a 5-night Caribbean Cruise for two with Carnival Cruise Lines.
May 3, 2005
Cruises Out of Norfolk - 2006 Itineraries Released
Only two out of the four cruise lines that called Norfolk, VA home in 2005 will
return in '06. While the announcement was disappointing to some considering the port's new 36 million dollar terminal is scheduled to open at Norfolk pier next
year, Nauticus Executive Director, Richard Conti, says having a quieter season
will enable construction to move along at a faster pace as workers can't get
anything done when a ship is at port.
May 2, 2005
