Posts Tagged ‘2010’
January 18th, 2012 | 
Author: Princess Increases Caribbean Capacity in Summer 2010
Santa Clarita, Calif. (Vocus) April 29, 2009
Two Princess ships will sail to the Caribbean during summer 2010, more than doubling the line’s capacity for the season. Passengers will have the option of five itinerary choices, as well as sailing from New York and Florida.
Caribbean Princess returns to offer the popular nine-day itinerary from New York to Bermuda and the Caribbean, while Emerald Princess will sail on seven-day roundtrip cruises from Fort Lauderdale to the Western and Eastern Caribbean. Together, the two ships will offer 30 departures to the sun-filled islands of the Caribbean.
“We’ve seen increased interest from passengers in sailing to the Caribbean during the summer,” said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises executive vice president. “So in response, we’ve significantly expanded our program to offer cruisers a choice of sailings and the option of two departure ports.”
Caribbean Princess from New York – Caribbean Princess’ summer season from New York will feature 10 departures between May 2 and July 29, 2010. Eight of the nine-day voyages sail roundtrip on an itinerary that includes Bermuda (West End), St. Thomas, Grand Turk and San Juan. Caribbean Princess will also offer two sailings to St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Grand Turk and San Juan. In addition, the ship sails on a special seven-day Eastern Caribbean & Bermuda sailing from San Juan to New York featuring calls in Bermuda, St. Thomas and Antigua.
Emerald Princess from Fort Lauderdale – Emerald Princess will sail on week-long Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Fort Lauderdale, departing from May 9 to September 12, 2010. The ship will offer nine Eastern Caribbean departures calling at Princess Cays, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, and Grand Turk, alternating with 10 Western Caribbean sailings to Princess Cays, Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman and Cozumel.
Caribbean Princess and Emerald Princess both offer a variety of passenger-favorite features perfect for cruising the balmy waters of the Caribbean, such as the dramatic poolside “Movies Under the Stars” outdoor theater and the line’s signature Sanctuary, an adults-only pocket of tranquility featuring plush lounge chairs and massage cabanas. Passengers will also enjoy hallmark Princess features such as the piazza-style atrium with its International Café and Vines wine and seafood bar.
Launch Fares for nine-day Caribbean Princess summer Bermuda & Eastern Caribbean cruises begin at $ 1,099 per person, and seven-day sailings on Emerald Princess begin at $ 699, based on double occupancy. A $ 50 per person Captain’s Circle Launch Savings discount is available to Princess past passengers on bookings made by December 31, 2009. Sailings open for booking on May 14, 2009.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS, or by visiting the company’s website at http://www.princess.com .
About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 17 modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess offers its passengers the opportunity to escape to the top destinations around the globe, with sailings to all seven continents, ranging in length from seven to 107 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).
Princess Cruises is a proud member of World’s Leading Cruise Lines. Our exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises and The Yachts of Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment to quality and value, our member lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Together we offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world’s most desirable destinations.
For further information contact:
Karen Candy, kcandy (at) princesscruises (dot) com, 661-753-1540
Julie Benson, jbenson (at) princesscruises (dot) com, 661-753-1530
Princess can also be found on:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Princess-Cruises/19788524059
Twitter: http://twitter.com/PrincessCruises
Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/princesscruises/
News, background information and photography are always available in our online newsroom.
# # #
Attachments
©Copyright 1997-
, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Other Cruises online
Crystal Anniversary Collection: 2010 Europe (New 2-for-1 Fares / Free Air / Price Guarantee / 2,000 USD Per Couple, Magazine-Sized Brochure)
Price:
Other Cruises online
Posted in Northern Europe Cruise | 
Tags: 2000, 2010, 2for1, Anniversary, Brochure, Collection, Couple, Crystal, europe, Fares, Free, guarantee, MagazineSized, Price | 
No Comments »
Cruise Vacation Special
Here’s how to get your VIP discount on the next Groove Cruise! Just click the this link ( www.whettravel.net ) and use the promo code “A3tv” to get your special to 0 off your Groove Cruise adventure depending on the type of cabin you choose. It’s that easy to get cheap, discounted…
Video Rating: 5 / 5
Other Cruises online
Posted in Northern Europe Cruise |
Tags: 2010, 27th, cruise, cruise specials, cruise specials week of dec 27th 2010, Dec., groove cruise, other cruises, Specials, Week |
2 Comments »
2010 Cruise Trends: Bargains and Big Ships
Eden Prairie, MN (PRWEB) February 15, 2010
What’s the best thing to hit the high seas in the past year, according to some of North America’s top cruise experts? Turns out, it may also be the biggest. The sheer size of Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas cruise ship was named the most exciting cruise ship innovation from the past year, according to the fifth Cruise Holidays Cruise Trends Survey, The Consumer Guide to Cruising. 135 Cruise Holidays business owners and frontline agents in the United States and Canada were polled on the latest cruise trends and key factors that drive their clients’ decisions.
But Oasis of the Seas’ sheer size isn’t the only thing exciting Cruise Holidays experts. The number two and three cruise ship innovations were that same ship’s AquaTheater – a water-themed amphitheater complete with high-diving shows – and its Central Park open-air “neighborhood,” respectively. Rounding out the top five innovations were features both found on Celebrity Cruises’ Solstice and Equinox ships: the Lawn Club, a country club-like area with real green grass, and the Hot Glass ShowSM, an outdoor glass-blowing studio. The Cruise Holidays experts chose from a list of 13 new cruise ship innovations in 2009, which can be seen at http://www.cruiseholidays.com.
What’s Driving Consumers’ Decisions?
The most important factors in determining a client’s vacation are pricing, itinerary and cruise line. But while 2009 saw pricing at levels not seen in 20 years, that may be changing. According to Cruise Holidays, due to a strong surge in demand those cruise prices may be on the way back up.
“It’s more about value than price,” said Mark Schiffner, vice president of Cruise Holidays. “With so many new ships and so many new itineraries, and when you compare prices to what you might be paying for with a hotel, food and transportation – especially in Europe – you really can’t afford not to take a cruise in the upcoming year,” said Schiffner.
Cruising Cost Trends:
According to the Cruise Holidays 2010 Cruise Trends Survey, across the board, cruise pricing is down when compared to the past three years. Most notably, cruise prices to the Mediterranean are down $ 28 per day, per person, for a 12-day cruise, leading to $ 336 in savings per person compared to 2009. Prices for 7-day cruises to Alaska and the Caribbean are down $ 25 and $ 24 per person, per day.*
Destination Trends:
In 2010, Caribbean cruises remain the runaway favorite. More than half the cruises already booked for 2010 will by plying the warm Caribbean waters. Alaska and The Bahamas – considered a separate destination than the Caribbean – round out the top three. Hawaii slipped in popularity, being passed by the Panama Canal and Bermuda. The full list of top destinations can be seen at http://www.cruiseholidays.com. Europe and Mediterranean cruising were cited as cruise destinations with the biggest increase in interest over the past year, specifically Rome and Barcelona.
Booking Trends:
The economy may be driving consumers to wait as long as possible to book cruises. The average “booking window,” or time between booking and the actual sail date has shrunk compared to past years, with a notable influx of people booking within three months of the sail date.
Cruising as a Group:
The most popular type of cruise group – according to The Consumer Guide to Cruising – is a friends or family group. That’s followed by senior groups, church or faith-based groups, wine lovers and dancing groups.
Passenger Age Trends:
Cruise Holidays experts were also asked to examine the mindset of their cruise clients under the age of 40. These younger cruisers cite the price point or value of cruising as the number one reason they choose a cruise vacation. That is followed by the chance to see new destinations and onboard activities, such as shows, casinos, pools and lounge areas. “With the under 40 crowd, it’s more than just the economy at play. Overall, they are more price-sensitive as they try to balance the cost pressures of budding careers, weddings, kids, and new homes, yet they still want to get away. Especially for them, the value of cruising can’t be beat,” said Schiffner.
Cruise Expert Trends:
What do real cruise experts do when they board a ship? Like most other cruisers, most Cruise Holidays experts find their stateroom upon boarding. That’s followed by exploring the ship or wandering around, getting something to eat, and going on deck to see the view. Others make reservations at the specialty restaurants or spa the first chance they get, and still others who aren’t ready to unplug go to the computer lounge and check their e-mails until their baggage arrives.
For more information on 2010 Cruise Trends see the full Consumer Guide to Cruising at http://www.cruiseholidays.com.
*See full 2010 Cruise Trends report at http://www.cruiseholidays.com for more details.
The Cruise Holidays brand currently includes more than 200 storefront and home-based franchisees in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1984, Cruise Holidays is part of the Travel Leaders Leisure Group division of Travel Leaders Group. With approximately 1,500 travel agency locations in the United States and Canada, Travel Leaders Group serves millions of individual leisure travelers, as well as select corporate clients and destinations.
# # #
Attachments
©Copyright 1997-
, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
More Europe Cruise Press Releases
Other Cruises online
Steve Read’s Cruise Diary, 16 Nov 2010 Why Prince William and Kate Middleton should marry on a cruise ship, why their wedding day might be a great time to book a cheap cruise to escape the fuss, a preview of next week’s visit to Allure of the Seas, a British ship makes the first-ever call at San Pedro on Africa’s Ivory Coast, and an update on the Celebrity shorex robbery in St Kitts…
Video Rating: 0 / 5
Other Cruises online
Frommer’s Cruises and Ports of Call 2010 (Frommer’s Complete Guides)
Completely updated every year, Frommer’s Cruises & Ports of Call features photos of all the major ship classes that sail out of North American homeports.You’ll also get up-to-the-minute coverage of all the lines servicing North America and the Caribbean, as well as in-depth ship coverage so you can choose the ship that’s best for you.Our authors, longtime cruisers, hit all the major ports of call on the North American and Caribbean cruise routes, from Oahu and Vancouver to New York and St. Tho
List Price: $ 24.99
Price:
More Cruise Products
Other Cruises online
Find out at.. intelligentcruiser.info How to find the cheapest cruises 2010. Whether you are looking for cheap Alaskan, Caribbean, Mediterranean or panama cruises, or any other cruises for that matter, then that guide is pure gold for you. It has helped many cruise fans to book cheaper cruises 2010 and whats even better is that it teaches you how you can get more out of your cruise experience while youre on the cruise ship cruising the mighty seas.
Other Cruises online
a day in LONDON 2010 shot with Canon 5D2,EF24mm-F2.8,STEADICAM MERLIN ?twitter.com
Video Rating: 4 / 5
Tom Cruise and Cuba Gooding Jr. talking about money in the film ‘Jerry Maguire’. The clip is edited, meaning profanity was removed from the scene so the clip can be used in schools, presentations, etc. Twitter: twitter.com Facebook: www.facebook.com Blog: joniwagner.wordpress.com
Video Rating: 4 / 5
Other Cruises online
CruiseLineFans Predict New Cruise Trends for 2010
Portland, ME (PRWEB) January 18, 2010
2010 is new a year full of expectation and concern for the cruise and travel industry, but with careful attention paid to consumer demands, a year that can be a successful one for large and small cruise companies, alike.
Ships versus Exotic Locales: Is the ship or the island/foreign country going to be the ultimate destination for cruisers in 2010? Large cruise companies, like NCL and Royal Caribbean, are confident that the ships are what their customers are interested in; hence the launch in 2009 of Oasis of the Seas and 2010′s upcoming launch of Allure of the Seas. Mega ships, with all the amenities and activities it’s possible to conceive will continue to be the mainstay of the larger cruise companies going forward into 2010. However, specialized cruise lines have listened to their customer base and continue to offer more specialized, themed or destination based cruise voyages, where the ship isn’t the ultimate destination. Cruise Lines like Azamara Club Cruises, Linbald Expeditions, and Seabourn Yachts, are shifting away the focus from their already exemplary fleets and drilling down on the local regions, customs and people the ships visit.
Social Media: It seemed like everywhere you looked in 2009, someone was talking about tweeting, Twitter, and Facebook. (Sorry MySpace.) Well, 2010 should see a continuation of this expansion in the use of social media networks by your favourite cruise line, agent or journalist. 2010 will be a year in which many of the major brands polish up the way they interact with their customer base, as both customers and corporate employees get used to interacting in this way. Look for discounts, special offers and promotions, as well as a multitude of ways to express your opinion, positive or negative, about your latest cruise vacation or travel experience, and look for them in real-time. Catching a major discount for your next cruise is quite possible just by following CruiseLineFans’ Twitter stream or the many other great cruise based tweeters.
Auto Tipping Programs Keelhauled: Most of CruiseLineFans predicted trends for 2010 involve the modification of company policies at the suggestion or demand of its customer base and CruiseLineFans next trend development is no different. Customers in the second decade of the 21st century are savvy, internet-friendly, and opinionated. Moreover, their dollar (or other form of currency) is ever more valuable to the cruise and travel companies as they attempt to maximize their share of shrinking profit pools. As a result customers are now able to demand more control over their travel expenditures and CruiseLineFans believe that automatic tipping, common to the US cruise market, will become a thing of the past by the end of 2010 for many major, medium size, and luxury cruise lines.
Ships, Ships, and More Ships: 2009 was full of new ships being released into the cruise market and 2010 should be a year to continue that trend. Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas, sister ship to the media-darling Oasis of the Seas, is due in December 2010. The Disney Dream, Norwegian’s Epic, the Celebrity Eclipse, Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth, and HAL’s Nieuw Amsterdam are all expected to float out and offer cruisers a huge range of diverse culinary, activity and accommodation options. The prices for cruise vacations aboard some of the mega ships have been running at about 15-20% above smaller ships in the fleets, but expect some of that premium pricing to subside during 2010, as cruise lines debut more ships and simply must keep those berths filled.
Alex Saint, CEO of CruiseLineFans commented: “There’s no doubt that 2010 is going to be an exciting year for the cruise industry as the global economy starts to shake off the malaise of the last 12 months. A number of new ship launches are bound to make pricing ever more competitive and as cruisers research habits become more and more reliant on the internet and social media we’re tremendously excited for the prospects of the online cruise sector and in particular our own developments here at CruiseLineFans.”
Conclusion: The cruise industry will continue to be filled with extreme competition for passengers, and discounted voyages will be prevalent. The reduction of automatic tipping, an increased focus on regions and destinations and a huge list of novel and incredible on-board ship activities, and the availability of access to this information and special promotions via social networks like Twitter all point to one thing: 2010 is shaping up to be a great year for CruiseLineFans.
CruiseLineFans is the fastest growing, most friendly and informative cruise travel forum on the Web. CruiseLineFans plays host to forums dedicated to this discussion of popular cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian and many others. Images galleries, polls, roll calls, special cruise deals, cruise and ship reviews, as well as off topic discussion is also available. The forum boasts in excess of 21,000 members, over 37,000 threads, and 1.4 million posts.
# # #
©Copyright 1997-
, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.