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european river cruises
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River cruising is perfect for those who want a relaxed, luxurious grand tour of Europe and for cruisers who want to explore Europe beyond the coastline. River cruising presents the grandeur and charm of Europe as well as the indelible landscapes that inspired Europe’s great artists.
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windstar cruises
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Windstar sailing ship cruises offer an intimate experience that connects you with wind and wave while providing a closer view of marine life and ship operations. It can be an exhilarating experience, feeling the power of the wind as it fuels your voyage.
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CELEBRITY CRUISES
Celebrity Cruises' new Solstice Class ships have proven an immense success...
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CRUISE NORWEGIAN
Freestyle cruising on Norwegian Cruise Line, with up to 12 restaurants per ship...
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PRINCESS CRUISES
Princess Cruises introduced the concept of affordable private balconies on cruise ships...
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MSC CRUISES
MSC Cruises has the most modern fleet in the world, featuring a refined Italian style...
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On Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam, Deck By Deck
Stepping aboard Nieuw Amsterdam last week in Venice felt much like stepping aboard Eurodam two years ago in Rotterdam. Even the events were familiar. In both cases, the inaugural ceremonies fell over America’s Independence Day, and in both cases, royalty from the Netherlands named the ships. Princess Maxima of the Netherlands named Nieuw Amsterdam, following in the footsteps of Dutch royalty who have named HAL ships over the decades.
With deck plans from either ship, you could easily find your way around the other. Indeed, during an age when other companies are introducing ships with headline-grabbing innovations — grass lawns and restaurant complexes on Celebrity, entertainment megaplexes on Oasis and Epic — Holland America Line continues to steer the course with its Signature-class ships — traditional mid-size vessels with a mix of the tried-and-true. HAL President and CEO Stein Kruse calls it “part of the beauty of Holland America Line, consistency as we build classes of ships.”
The key difference between Nieuw Amsterdam and Eurodam is largely in the decor. Through art, craftwork and photos, Nieuw Amsterdam reflects the history and spirit of New York City (known, of course, as Nieuw Amsterdam to its Dutch founders.) There’s even a New York City Checker Cab Checker Cab... »
the grand cunard experience:
queen elizabeth/victoria, qm2
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SILVERSEA CRUISES
Best all-inclusive luxury deals in the mid-size cruise ship category...
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It is a misty morning in May. Passengers cluster on the outside decks of the Queen Mary 2. Some sip cups of coffee; some stand clutching cameras; some just stand in awe. It is a memorable moment...
Yearning to turn back the clock to the Golden Age of Cruising? Turn it back on a Transatlantic cruise. -
It’s big and boxy on the outside, busy and noisy on the inside. With 20 dining options and 20 bars and lounges, Norwegian Epic features industry-first solo traveler cabins and innovative balcony staterooms, plus a lot more. Will you love it or leave it?...
Norwegian’s New Epic: Big And Boxy On The Outside; Busy And Noisy Inside, Will You Love It Or Leave It? -
Disney’s Caribbean itineraries can be blended with a stay at Walt Disney World and a cruise that stops at Disney’s highest-rated (by passengers) port: Castaway Cay, Disney’s private island. Some complain about Disney overload, but the post-cruise reaction is nearly universal: Disney does it right, whether you’re 7 or 70...
With its obvious tie-in with Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line is an absolute no-brainer for families who want to cruise.
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Tension was rising as our tender boat approached the large sailing ship that was anchored in the roadstead just off Cannes. If we had been busy earlier in the day thinking about which stars would visit the French town during the upcoming film festival, we were now facing a more immediate...
Our Writer Finds The Elusive ‘Joie De Vivre’ In An Unlikely Place: Under Sail
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The onboard atmosphere is relaxed and reminiscent of the casual elegance of a country club. Oceania Cruises strives to create a sense of warm luxury and intimacy.
The ambiance on board is personal, individual, accommodating - "upscale but not uptight."