Carnival Cruise Lines is making spa reservations much easier to obtain with the new pre-cruise online spa booking program.  Instead of running to the spa the second you board a Carnival ship in order to book a treatment, you’ll now be able to reserve it from your computer before departure.
Registered passengers with fully deposited cruise bookings can visit Carnival’s web site [...]

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A decade ago, when your cruise ship pulled into St. Thomas your options were shopping, lounging at the beach or snorkeling in nearby St. John. Today’s Caribbean cruise ship passengers will find activities ranging golf, 4×4 nature excursions, riding in high-speed jet boats along the coast to joining the crew of an ocean [...]

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In increasing numbers, families are exploring the historic, heritage and cultural appeals of Europe aboard a cruise ship. Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean report that the number of younger passengers grows each year along with an increase in the number of families with children. And, when Carnival Cruise Lines and Disney Cruises position ships in [...]

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While the flood of discount cruises is a big plus for budget-conscious travelers seeking a terrific deal, the downside is worrying that the fare won’t decrease further after you’ve booked your cruise.  And, boarding the ship to discover that a fellow passenger sailing in the same cabin category paid less than you did is very upsetting indeed. 
Previously, only Royal [...]

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During the past week I’ve been getting terrific cruise discounts from cruise lines and travel agents.  But even I was surprised to see the 2008 “it” ship, Celebrity Cruises’ brand new Celebrity Solstice, with balcony prices so steeply discounted.  Here are cruise discounts too good to pass up. 
Online Vacation Center has peak season Celebrity Solsticewinter Caribbean deals that [...]

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Like many Americans, my family skipped exchanging gifts this year, which is a good thing since I have a bit more money to buy a cruise vacation when prices are at all-time lows.
While stores make most of their income during the Christmas season,  the first quarter of the year is a make-or-break time for cruise lines.  [...]

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