Travel Forum / Travel Types / Cruises / August 2007

We are getting prepared to take the ROTS, RCI, cruise leaving on Sept. 2,
through the 18th  and we were wondering if there has been much storm damage
at Montego Bay, which is one of the first ports we will be visiting.
We are so anxious to take this cruise, because of recent ...

To Whom It May Concern:
We received this from Celebrity Cruises and thought it would be of interest
to this newsgroup as well.
Happy sailing,

Beginning mid November, the Norwegian Spirit will be home ported in
New Orleans. The Asian-themed Spirit will offer 7 day cruises, leaving
every Sunday. The Itinerary is as follows:
7-Day Exotic Western Caribbean, Round-trip New Orleans

Apparently we will have the services of both a butler and a concierge on
our cruise.  I'm pretty much aware of what the concierge can do for
us--make dining arrangements, book shore excursions, etc.  What can the
butler do for us?  Getting clothes pressed, shoes shined, afternoon ...

Hub had a mid life crisis and bought a Harley so 13 yr old daughter
and I are going on a cruise! Hub has no interest in going so it will
be just us girls.  We are going on RC FOTS 2/2008 out of Miami to
Labadee, Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman and Cozumel. One thing I'm wondering

The Sea Princess is currently cruising the Mediterranean, and is
apparently one of the new Pincess ships, of the 1950 passenger
class.
I first noticed its differece in appearance in both the bow and stern

Say one for the folks on Jamacia.....

My sons school is having a fundraiser and they are selling the
Entertainment Guide Coupon Books07-08. There are over 500 coupons/
discount offers including in store purchases and Ordering On-Line.
THis is a new school open its second year (still enrolling) and the

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Smoke-free cruising
Last Updated: 12:01am BST 14/08/2007
Ex-smoker Jane Archer applauds the cruise companies which are banning

To Whom It May Concern:
We received this information from Crystal Cruises and thought it  would be
of interest to this newsgroup as well.
Happy sailing,

Can anyone easily explain the difference in suites on Holland
America?  I'm trying to decide between a Superior Verandah Suite (Cat
SY) and a Deluxe Verandah Suite (Cat SC).  I know the obvious in terms
of size, but I guess I"m looking for difference in balcony, other

We are going to be on a cruise that stops at St. Maartin.  Last time
we were there it was a Sunday and the shops in Marigot were closed,
but on the way there I saw a lighthouse out of the bus window.  
This time we will not be there on a Sunday, and I'd like to go back

Here is a link to the cruisecritic report on Costa Maya, they have been
updating the information as they get it.
http://cruisecritic.com/news/news.cfm?ID=2166
The on good thing is that it seems like the people are ok and now they

I received this press release from the Carnival Corporation and
thought it would be of interest.  If you have missed any of my news'
postings, they are available on my web site.  
Best regards,

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