Norweign Cruise Lines to continue Hawaii sailing

Hawaiian cruises just got longer:

The announcement made by Norwegian cruise line to extend its Hawaii tourism’s profitable seven day interisland cruise through the year of 2012. Entering Hawaii in 2004, Norwegian will continue to offer this opportunity for passengers to explore the islands of Hawaii a little longer after fears when Norwegian pulled two other interisland ships from sailing.

Bank of America and Carnival Cruise Lines join efforts

Two Successful Companies, Bank of America and Carnival Cruise Lines join efforts:

In attempt to launch a North American corporate credit-card program, Carnival Corporation alongside Bank of America provides a unique program covering expenses of air-ticket purchases, travel and entertainment expenses and general procurement. Carnival, whose umbrella holds Carnival Cruise Lines, Costa Cruises, Cunard Line, Princess Cruises, Seabourn Cruise line and Holland America. Providing a single platform for application and authorization of credit card purchases provides cost savings and high efficiency to your pocket!

Miscellaneous Cruise Charges Lessen

Not only is the trip cheaper, but miscellaneous cruise charges lessen as well:

Two large cruise lines, Carnival Cruises and Royal Caribbean Cruise both have cancelled Fuel surcharges on cruises booked after November 10th, for voyages in 2009 or 2010 – with previously booked trips having rebates determined quarterly based on the price of oil. Suspending fuel supplements is potentially another offering which may make cruising another economical solution for cruise travelers onboard. Fuel surcharges can range up to 9% per person on a daily basis.

Major Cruise Lines Adapting to win your business:

Major Cruise Lines Adapting to win your business:

In the current tough marketplace, cruise lines are responding with reduced prices, added consumer perks, schedule shift in cruise schedule to capture demand with close to home cruise options, and the removal of small fees and surcharges such as fuel – offering deals customers in comfortable situations can’t refuse. Cruise lines are increasing their bargains offering enticing packages for every itinerary including free upgrades and shipboard credits. As stated by Robin Farley of UBS Warburg, “the middle class customer base is holding back now because they have difficulty visualizing what lives are like long term vs. short term,” which is making the travel industry combine intelligences and opportunity to prove that spending on travel is still important with promotional opportunity in hopes to fill their ships. Flexible travelers will find the ultimate favorable deal this winter, including prices so low it is almost cheaper to travel than stay home for example on a $299 seven night cruise. These deals are anticipated to extend into 2009-2010. Why not book your dream vacation now? With no risk, you have the opportunity to become refunded the difference if these already low prices drop even further before the trips final payment. What could be better than making plans now for your next vacation, placing a small deposit to secure your trip and experiencing a high value, low cost vacation in the near future!

Conde Nast Traveler – One of The Top small cruise line in the world
Due to personalized cruise experiences and quality customer service, Windstar Cruises was recognized on the esteemed list of Cruises as one of the top small ship cruise lines globally, from its three ship fleet of luxury yachts set to explore harbors and coves in the most treasured destinations. Characteristics known to Wndstar Cruises include Apple Ipod Nanos, Bose Sound Dock speakers, wireless internet, luxury linens/Matresses, flat screen televisions, and L’Occitane amenities in each stateroom. United Kingdom’s Conde Nast Traveler was voted Favorite small-ship cruise line and the “top 100 of the Best the travel world has to offer” “the most romantic cruise line.”

Express Tours added to 2009 Alaska trips from Holland America
Experience Alaska’s interior through Anchorage and Talkeetna for seven days including glacier viewing and port calls in Juneau, Katchikan, and Haines or Skagway and some with Sitka. Northbound or Southbound cruises have two nights in Anchorage, city sightseeing and the ANHC (Alaska native heritage center).

Disney’s 3D cinematic experience at sea
Disney Digital 3D premiers onboard the Disney Wonder during the Nov. 20 sailing and Disney Magic on the December 6th sailing before 2009 with full length Disney digital 3D films and in-theater effects of lasers, fog, streamers, and special lighting providing innovation and high quality family entertainment. The addition of the 3D cinematic experience adds to Disney’s guest experience and amenities like the Broadway style musical spectaculars, desk parties with fireworks, rotational dining, kids programs, and a family fun environment aboard their 3,4, and 7 night itinerary to the Bahamas and Caribbean.

Conde Nast Traveler – One of The Top small cruise line in the world

Due to personalized cruise experiences and quality customer service, Windstar Cruises was recognized on the esteemed list of Cruises as one of the top small ship cruise lines globally, from its three ship fleet of luxury yachts set to explore harbors and coves in the most treasured destinations. Characteristics known to Wndstar Cruises include Apple Ipod Nanos, Bose Sound Dock speakers, wireless internet, luxury linens/Matresses, flat screen televisions, and L’Occitane amenities in each stateroom. United Kingdom’s Conde Nast Traveler was voted Favorite small-ship cruise line and the “top 100 of the Best the travel world has to offer” “the most romantic cruise line.”

“Why Not” – a new vacationers campaign by Royal Caribbean

After the successful advertising campaign “Get out There”, a new ad campaign is to set sail. In the Nation of Why Not that anything is possible, set to rollout into advertising globally in 2009, vacationers on board a cruise line can secede from land to become residents of the nation with live action and animation, with onboard amenities, gold anchor service, unique activities such as ice skating on board with the beautiful surroundings of the equator or climb mountains at sea, or riding the waves in the surf simulators. Showing the philosophy of cruising behind Royal Caribbean, in addition to the current 20 ships, the line’s newest additions to the fleet include the Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas in December 2009 and late 2010.