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Carnival Cruise Lines Dramatically Expands Bermuda Presence With 16 Departures From Four East Coast Homeports in 2011
Six- to Eight-Day Voyages to Sail from Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Charleston
MIAMI, May 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Cruise Lines, the world's largest cruise operator, will dramatically expand its Bermuda cruise schedule in 2011, offering 16 departures to the island from four popular eastern U.S. homeports -- Baltimore, Norfolk, Va.; New York and, for the first time, Charleston, S.C. Carnival will be the only cruise line offering Bermuda cruises from Charleston.
The 16 Bermuda voyages -- the most the line has ever offered -- will encompass a variety of six-, seven- and eight-day cruises from April through November.
"Bermuda is one of the world's most desirable cruise destinations, and offering three different cruise lengths from four East Coast homeports provides our guests an unprecedented variety of choices for visiting this beautiful island paradise," said Gerry Cahill, Carnival president and CEO.
Carnival's 2011 Bermuda departures include:
- Baltimore (seven-day cruises on Carnival Pride) – April 10 and 17, Sept. 18, Oct. 2 and Nov. 6
- New York (seven- and eight-day departures on Carnival Miracle) – April 14 and 21, and Sept. 11 and 27
- Norfolk (six-day sailing on Carnival Glory) – Oct. 16
- Charleston, S.C. (six-day voyages on Carnival Fantasy) – April 23, May 19, June 16, Aug. 25, Sept. 15 and Oct. 6
Reservations are currently open for the six Charleston departures with the line's other Bermuda cruises expected to be open over the next few weeks.
All 16 voyages will dock at King's Wharf, and while in Bermuda guests can sample the island's many fine restaurants, shops and boutiques, and visit a number of interesting sites and landmarks. Six-day voyages will offer two-day calls at King's Wharf while seven- and eight-day cruises will feature three-day visits.
During their visit to Bermuda, guests can relax on the island's legendary pink sand beaches and partake in a wide variety of watersports, including snorkeling, kayaking and scuba diving. Shore excursions visiting historic sites such as the Royal Naval Dockyard and Gibb's Hill Lighthouse, the oldest cast iron lighthouse in the Western Hemisphere, also are available.
Royal Caribbean modifies Oasis of the Seas Western Caribbbean sailings
6/15/200911:40:27 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment
The Oasis of the Seas was scheduled to start its Western Caribbean itinerary in May 2010, alternating with the Eastern Caribbean, already scheduled for the inaugural season commencing December 2009.
The Western Caribbean itinerary included, Falmouth-Jamaica, Cozumel-Mexico, and Labadee-Haiti, RCCL's private beach facility. The new pier in Falmouth will not be ready for docking until December 2010. Royal Caribbean has therefore change the itinerary to include Costa Maya-Mexico.
Costa Maya has a newly restored pier providing easy access to shore without tendering. Costa Maya has a wide variety of shore excursions, including sailing along the virgin coast on a Catamaran, before diving in search of undersea life, enjoy the natural beauty and magic of hidden Mexico atop an all terrain vehicle, stop and relax at a secluded beach, or explore the virtually unexcavated Chaccoben Mayan ruins in the jungle near the Belizean border.
The Oasis of the Seas is scheduled to resume the original Western Caribbean itinerary and make its maiden voyage call at the historic port of Falmouth during the ship's December 11, 2010 sailing.
Top Ten Reasons Why You Should Cruise
6/4/20092:36:38 PM Link 0 comments | Add comment
1. Choose to cruise for VALUE. One price buys your cabin, dining, entertainment and more.
2. Choose to cruise for ROMANCE. Secluded beaches, suite dining and a balcony overlooking the ocean and spa services for two are just some of the romantic pursuits available.
3. Choose a cruise for CUISINE. Tantalize your taste buds with gourmet fare that showcases exotic ingredients, old standbys like pizza and ice cream or spa cuisine for a healthy alternative.
4. Choose to cruise for VARIETY. With over 150 distinctive ships, 1800 ports-of-call and an unbelievable array of places to see and things to do, there is a perfect cruise for you. For even more choices, consider a pre-or post-land tour.
5. Choose to cruise for ACTIVITIES. Fill your days with sightseeing, sports activities, cultural lectures, educational tours led by naturalists and historians or simply lounge by the pool and relax. At night, enjoy dance extravaganzas, musical reviews, gaming or a quit evening gazing at the stars.
6. Choose a cruise for SIMPLICITY. Don't come back from your vacation needing a vacation. Planning a cruise is simple; your CLIA - affiliated travel agency can handle all of the details. Once you are on board, nearly all expenses are pre-paid....Taking about hassle- free.
7. Choose a cruise for new HORIZONS. Fall asleep in one destination and awake to a new horizon...and you only have to pack and unpack once!
8. Choose to cruise for FAMILY. Families love cruising. Children's programs, kid-friendly menus and tours of the ship will keep your children happy, while affording you some time alone.
9. Choose to cruise for PAMPERING. Regardless of your budget, all cruise lines pamper their guests with first class service around the clock.
10. Choose to cruise for SATISFACTION. It's a fact that cruises have a higher percentage of satisfied customers than any other vacation experience.
