Articles - Cruises en-us http://www.smarttravelreport.com N/A http://www.smarttravelreport.com travelgirl12866@yahoo.com 20 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4896/1/Asia-Wellness-Cruise-Offers-Crystal-Guests-Peace-of-Mind-Body--Spirit/Page1.html In keeping with the traditions of a region steeped in spirituality and ancient wellness practices, Crystal Cruises is announcing a "Mind, Body & Spirit" focus on its March 27 Asia cruise. Complementing the destination's heritage, the Experience of Discovery sailing will feature guest experts for yoga, Pilates, stress management and general physical and mental health classes. Departing from Hong Kong, the 15-day itinerary to Japan and China offers a 12-day cruise and includes a three-night post-cruise land program in Beijing. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4866/1/Viking-River-Cruises-Welcomes-Ocean-Cruisers/Page1.html If you have ever taken an ocean cruise, Viking River Cruises(R) wants you to give river cruising a try -- because if you like ocean cruising, you will love river cruising! To encourage more ocean cruisers to discover the joys of river cruising, Viking River Cruises(R), which offers river cruises and cruisetours through Europe, Russia and China, is giving anyone who has taken an ocean cruise a special promotional discount of $500 ($1,000 per couple) on any 2009 itinerary. This savings is in addition to early booking discount of up to $2,000 per couple currently available. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4848/1/EcoHangers-Help-Luxury-Cruise-Line-Stay-Crystal-Clean/Page1.html Extending the same care for the environment as it does for guests on its luxury cruises, Crystal Cruises has partnered with the Hanger Network -- the creator of EcoHangers -- to green the guest staterooms on its ships. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4843/1/Celebrity-Cruises-Takes-The-Keys-to-Celebrity-Solstice/Page1.html The most widely heralded cruise ship to enter the market this year, Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Solstice, was delivered today at a ceremony in Emshaven, Netherlands, marking the formal transfer of the ship -- the first in a class of five -- from shipbuilder Meyer Werft to Celebrity Cruises. The ship will begin its transatlantic voyage October 25, with arrival in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., anticipated November 3. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4832/1/Oasis-of-the-Seas-to-Feature-Ultimate-Wonderland-for-Young-Adventurers/Page1.html The final neighborhood to be added into the deck plans of Royal Caribbean International's Oasis of the Seas was announced last night during an online unveiling sponsored by American Express Travel. The Youth Zone, a haven for children and teens, joins the ranks of six other previously-announced, diverse neighborhoods that will be aboard the world's largest and most revolutionary cruise ship due to launch in November 2009. Oasis of the Seas features a unique concept that will provide guests with the opportunity to seek out relevant experiences based on their personal style, preference or mood in seven neighborhoods, including Central Park, Boardwalk with the AquaTheater, the Royal Promenade, the Pool and Sports Zone, the Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center, Entertainment Place, and the Youth Zone. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4828/1/Cruise-Critic-Editors-Pick-Worlds-Best-Cruise-Ships/Page1.html Cruise Critic(R) (http://www.CruiseCritic.com), the world's leading resource for cruise reviews and news, today announced the winners of the 2008 Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards. The awards honor the world's top cruise lines for outstanding performance in 10 major areas. "The Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards recognize cruise lines that are best in class," said Editor in Chief Carolyn Spencer Brown. "This year's winners are setting standards in the cruise industry by offering a consistently superior cruising experience." mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4812/1/Cruise-West-Returns-to-Vietnam-in-2009/Page1.html Cruise West (http://www.cruisewest.com), the global leader in small-ship exploration voyages and the largest American-owned cruise line, is reintroducing its Vietnam itinerary in 2009. Back by popular demand, Cruise West's Vietnam voyage will take place upon the company's flagship and most luxurious vessel, the 120-guest Spirit of Oceanus. The itinerary will give travelers the chance to experience Asian destinations such as Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Hue while discovering Vietnam's architecture, art, and ancient shrines. Along the way, guests will sample traditional Vietnamese cuisine, enjoy beautiful dance, martial arts and colorful puppet theater. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4810/1/A-Dream-Trip-Within-Reach-Costa-Cruises-Offers-Dubai-Sailings-From-799/Page1.html Costa, Europe's Number One Cruise Line, brings travelers the opportunity to enjoy a dream trip within budgetary reaches with a variety of seven-night sailings from Dubai beginning at just $799 per person. These special fares are available on the Costa Classica and Costa Victoria on select dates from December 2008 through April 2009. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4801/1/MSC-Cruises-Holiday-Sailings-From-699-Plus-Kids-Sail-Free/Page1.html Limited space is available on MSC Lirica's Caribbean holiday sailings at rates that make a holiday away from home an exceptional value. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.smarttravelreport.com/articles/4800/1/Families-Give-Top-Marks-to-Cruising/Page1.html Families take cruises and they cruise often because the price is right, the value for money spent is outstanding and the cruise experience offers unique advantages over comparably priced land-based vacations. Those are the conclusions to be drawn from a just released online survey of more than 1,000 households by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and Cruise Critic, the top online resource on cruise information. mylyn.c@agentsofvalue.com (Maggie Thornburg) Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700