The name for the latest addition to the famed Holland America fleet was recently announced as the ms Koningsdam; a name that tributes both the company’s history and the new era of luxury cruising that Holland America Line will usher in with this 2,650 passenger ship. Throughout its 141-year history, Holland America Line has bestowed the “dam” […]
Princess Cruises has brewed up a new way to celebrate their upcoming 50th anniversary – with their own craft beer! “Seawitch”, as it is known, owes its moniker to the company’s logo. This tasty and unique brew, which is set to debut aboard the Regal Princess this November, was created in partnership with Strike Brewing […]
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., otherwise known as “Norwegian” has announced their bold move to acquire two premium cruise brands, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises through their $3.025 billion purchase of Prestige Cruises International Inc. “The acquisition of Prestige represents an extraordinary opportunity for Norwegian Cruise Line to expand our market presence by […]
On August 15, 2014, Princess Cruises proudly announced its new epicurean dining program, set to begin this November. Now each cruiser will have masterfully created specialties designed to reflect the culture and character of the destinations being visited by their grand ships. Local ingredients, spices and produce will be used to create these exciting dishes […]
By Raquel Grinnell, Cruise Consultant, The Cruise Web, Inc. Summer, and especially August, is the time of year when you find the most gorgeous, fresh vegetables and fruits in the farmer’s market. Gardens are bursting with sunny tomatoes, crisp peppers, cool cucumbers and all kinds of bright, green herbs. If you have your own backyard […]
By The Cruise Web, Inc. For the third year in a row, The Cruise Web was invited into Oceania Cruises‘ Cruise Connoisseur Club. This prestigious honor is reserved only for the top North American travel agencies that show an outstanding level of support for the Oceania Cruises brand. In honor of this achievement, Tina White, regional sales director […]
Take a “Chocolate Journey” aboard a Princess Cruises vessel, an exclusive chocolate lover’s experience like no other. Taste the creations of one of the world’s greatest chocolate experts, Norman Love, as this sweet program debuts on the Regal Princess this November 2014. Each main dining room and specialty restaurant will feature unique and world-class chocolate […]
Big changes are blowing in the wind, literally. Starting on November 1st, Norwegian Cruise Line is expanding their no smoking policy to prohibit smoking on the balconies and all public areas, as well as limiting smoking in the casino to players only. This sweeping new policy includes both traditional lit tobacco products as well as electronic […]
