On The Move: Disney Cruise Line Adding US Homeports & Itineraries In 2012

Since the launch of Disney Cruise Line in 1998 the line has focused on its core strength—combining a Disney theme park vacation with a cruise from Florida or, more recently, California. Sure, they have spent some time in European waters and have added Alaska to the mix this year, but they haven't expanded much in the US. Until now, when, for the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line will set sail

Carnival Valor to Operate 6- & 8-Day Cruises from Miami in 2012

Building upon its distinction as the leader in Caribbean cruising, Carnival Cruise Lines will introduce a series of 6- and 8-day voyages from Miami aboard the 2,974-passenger Carnival Valor operating mid-Jan through Oct 2012. Carnival Valor’s 6- and 8-day departures provide consumers with new itineraries featuring unique combinations of Caribbean destinations and opportunities to visit islands

Celebrity Cruises Plans to "Go Big" in Summer of 2012

“Go big or go home” is Celebrity Cruises’ mantra for the summer and early fall season of 2012. That’s when the premium cruise line will return to Alaska and Bermuda; sail revamped voyages to Canada and New England; and offer more opportunities to enjoy Europe cruises than ever before, with five ships visiting 70 ports in 22 countries, sailing from six departure ports, and featuring 19 distinct

Princess Cruises Plans to Sail Wherever You Want to Cruise in 2012-2013

No matter what’s on your personal “bucket list” of must-see places, chances are good that Princess Cruises can take you there. Their entire 2012-2013 season of cruises and cruisetours–a whopping total of nearly 600 cruise options on 150 itineraries to more than 300 destinations around the world–is now open for booking. For the first time, Princess has simultaneously launched its full slate of

You’ll Love Where Azamara Club Cruises Can Take You

Known for delivering destination immersive travel experiences on their intimate deluxe vessels, Azamara Club Cruises has launched a series of informative videos called “You’ll Love Where We Take You.” Hosted by Azamara’s Manager of Deployment and Destinations Claudius Docekal, each video provides in-depth knowledge about the most compelling attractions at the cruise line’s ports of call, where

Port of Galveston Welcomes Crown Princess for 2012-13 Caribbean Season

The last time a ship from the Princess Cruises fleet homeported in Galveston, Texas was 2007. That’s about to change next year when a “Love Boat” will once again set sail from the port of Galveston every week, offering cruises to the popular Western Caribbean. “We’ve received a great deal of feedback from cruisers interested in sailing from Galveston again,” said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises

Norwegian Pearl to Make Her Debut in the Big Apple

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced its Northeast deployment schedule for the 2012/2013 fall and winter season, which features two, large Freestyle Cruising ships sailing from New York on a variety of itineraries.For the first time, the 2,394-passenger Norwegian Pearl will sail from New York beginning in Oct 2012, offering a series of 21 week-long Bahamas and Florida cruises, along with three 12-

Celebrity Cruises to Introduce Solstice-Class Style “Down Under”

Another thing of beauty will share Sydney Harbour with the iconic Sydney Opera House when premium cruise brand Celebrity Cruises sends its award-winning Celebrity Solstice “Down Under” for the winter of 2012-13.“Celebrity Solstice has satisfied guests around the world since we introduced her in 2008, and the obvious next step is to send her to Australia,” said Dan Hanrahan, President and CEO,

Disney Fantasy Maiden Voyage Set; Reservations For Disney Cruise Line 2012 Itineraries Now Open

While we're waiting for Disney Dream to "float out" at the Meyer Werft Shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, later this month, Disney Cruise Line has announced that Disney Fantasy will sail her maiden voyage on April 7, 2012, bringing even more innovation, unique guest experiences, and personalized service for which Disney Cruise Line is known.A sister ship to the Disney Dream, the Disney Fantasy will

Princess Cruises Details Their 2011-2012 Asia/South Pacific Cruise Season

The diverse lands of Asia evoke images of exotic cultures, ancient mysteries and modern bustling cities. Whether visitors long to see the ornate gilded pavilions, ancient temples, towering skyscrapers or distinctive natural beauty, an Asia cruise offers a truly unique cruise vacation. For the Fall 2011-Spring 2012 Asia season, Princess Cruises will offer 14 itineraries that include more than 60