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While cruises can be and often are a family-friendly vacation, it is rare that children receive the same loyalty benefits that their parents do. This makes sense to an extent, as children won’t be hitting up the Complimentary Mini Bar or Free Grapevine Wine Tastings, but what about loyalty benefits like complimentary internet packages? Though family members under 18 aren’t throwing down the cash to book a cruise, these third and fourth members are onboard just as much as their parents, but without the benefits. Princess Cruises recognized this pattern and has just announced the opening of Captain’s Circle Loyalty benefits to all ages! Now young cruisers can build their very own loyalty levels and receive perks like priority embarkation, free laundry services, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

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Rooms aboard cruise ships tend to follow the same general scheme; interior, ocean view, balcony and suite. Every now and then there are extended or bigger designs, but rarely does a cruise line announce something we’ve never seen before. In 100 days, Royal Caribbean will be doing just that aboard Oasis of the Seas with the new “Ultimate Panoramic Suite.” This bold new accommodation option features floor to ceiling windows from wall to wall! With 914 square feet of breathtaking 200 degree views, guests will experience sailing the seven seas like never before. In addition to the awesome sights, the suite has a posh feel with the addition of a walk-in closet and exclusive amenities.

 The Ultimate Panoramic Suite will be a part of the Royal Suite Class, meaning that a ton of perks are included for its guests. Ultimate beverage packages, a Nespresso coffee maker, luxury bathroom amenities, back stage tours, exclusive complimentary dining and a personal Royal Genie are only some of the top-tier advantages to Royal Class living. It’s safe to say that staying in a brand new Ultimate Panoramic Suite will be out of this world, but you’ll have to act fast as there will only be two Ultimate Panoramic Suites onboard Oasis of the Seas, each accommodating up to four guests.

Space is extremely limited, so you’ll have to book far in advance to snag an Ultimate Panoramic Suite. Better yet, call 1-800-377-9383 or visit our website to have The Cruise Web’s expert consultants take care of it for you!

SOURCE: Royal Caribbean International 

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Royal Caribbean has officially chosen the beautiful Island Nation of Vanuatu as the home of their newest private island destination. They see this jewel of the South Pacific as the “perfect” location for Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu.

Not only will this destination offer glorious refuge for experienced cruisers, it will also include sustainability features to safeguard the island’s precious ecosystems. In fact, it will be the first carbon neutral private cruise destination on the planet!

Royal Caribbean CEO, Michael Bayley, who is in favor of the earth-friendly model, said, “We believe our destinations should be sustainably designed. That idea goes beyond simply protecting the ecological features of Lelepa and includes showing respect for the people and traditions that make this a special place.”

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Royal Caribbean International recently announced the name and homeport of its newest Oasis Class ship: Wonder of the Seas, and she will set sail from Shanghai, China during her highly anticipated debut in 2021. As one of the world’s largest cruise ships, she will have the distinction of being the first Oasis Class vessel to tour the Asia Pacific.

Wonder of the Seas will have a similar design to her four sister ships with a few new innovations. She’ll come equipped with the iconic seven-neighborhood concept and will feature exquisite dining, unforgettable experiences, riveting entertainment, and the latest technology the world has to offer.

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Building upon the success of Princess Cruises’ Royal Class of ships, Sky Princess debuts with even more to love! Check out our latest cruise ship infographic below to discover the best of what to expect aboard Sky Princess. In addition to fleetwide favorites, like Sabatini’s, Discovery at Sea and the Lotus Spa, Sky Princess offers the SeaWalk platform, an infinity pool, a new jazz venue, an expanded adults-only Sanctuary and a high-tech Princess Theater presenting TWO new original productions!

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Oceania Cruises has just announced their entirely holistic approach to exploring the world. In December of 2019, Oceania Cruises will be debuting the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center across the entire Oceania fleet. The goal of the program is to curate the highest quality of life during one’s voyage in order to heighten the travel experience. Aquamar is much more than just a spa, and will cover all aspects of physical and mental health, including exercise, cuisine, balance, enrichment, and renewal. Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center will debut on Oceania Riviera on December 5, 2019 followed by Oceania Sirena and Oceania Nautica on December 7, 2019.

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On December 4, 2021, Antarctica will experience a total solar eclipse plunging everything into temporary darkness. The phenomenon is beautiful from anywhere on Earth, but there is nowhere more dramatic to witness a solar eclipse than on the white continent. Silversea Cruises has just announced two Antarctic Solar Eclipse Cruises for the true seekers of something unique and miraculous. Silver Wind will take the journey into the shadows on November 20, 2021, followed by Silver Cloud Expedition on November 30, 2021.

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Carnival Cruise Line has the unique distinction of operating the only shipboard breweries in North America. This October, they also became the first cruise company to present at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver. They showcased their most popular craft beers, including: ParchedPig Toasted Amber, ParchedPig West Coast IPA, and ThirstyFrog Caribbean Wheat. Carnival also took the opportunity to introduce ParchedPig Pumpkin Ale, a new seasonal beer that will be available on tap, in bottles, and in 22-ounce “bombers” throughout their fleet by late October.

Currently available in kegs and cans, this Pumpkin Ale wowed the festival’s more than 60,000 attendees with its bold, full-bodied flavor. Carnival’s in-house brewing team, in conjunction with Brew Hub, spiced up this autumn treat with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, caramel, and cloves. Available only for a limited time, ParchedPig Pumpkin Ale is the ideal refreshment for fall cruising.

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Princess Cruises’ sixth and final Royal-class ship has been named Discovery Princess and she will be hitting the high seas in November of 2021. Discovery Princess is the third of Princess’ vessels designed from the start with Princess MedallionClass and OceanMedallion amenities in mind. The ship will hold just over 3,600 guests and 1,300 crew members, while also featuring more staterooms and suites than any other Princess ship!

Destinations for Discovery Princess are hot, featuring the Eastern Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Italy, Greece, Spain and more! Discovery Princess will host the largest inaugural launch in Princess’ history, and she’s already available to book now! Don’t miss out on the event, call The Cruise Web’s experts at 1-800-377-9383 or visit us online.

SOURCE: Princess Cruises

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Coming in June of 2020, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will be bringing back the long-time favorite “Floating Paint & Wine Workshop” hosted by artist, Davi D’Agostino. Attendees will be taught tricks and techniques for painting with acrylics, all the while sipping the fantastic regional wines of Europe. Classes are very small, not exceeding 12 students, so the experience is personalized and intimate. Any painter or lover of art looking to see the world through a new lens will find themselves in heaven aboard Uniworld’s River Queen on June 14, 2020.

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