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Article by Cindy Heller

The winter season affects our mood and if you feel like getting out of the rut, an eastern Caribbean cruise might be the cure. That what your physician might prescribe; a trip to energize and restore you to the usual vibrant self again. At times the cold, harsh winter makes you feel less lively but the sun soak Caribbean will reinvigorate you.

If there is a lack of vibrancy in your life, consider a cruise vacation to the eastern Caribbean and that might restore you. The idyllic and beauty of the eastern Caribbean islands has so much to offer, not just to relax and revitalize but adding the zest that is missing at the moment.

Lacking a focus in your life and negativity creeps in but a vacation to the eastern Caribbean island will take your mind of it as you will be too busy enjoying the cruise to think about it. The charm of the local, beguiling sights of the islands, sun basked beaches and the fun-filled activities will make you forget the dull, monotonous routine that have engulfed your life. Once done with the cruise, you will want to consider a second trip.

The trip can be by yourself or with your folks but an eastern Caribbean cruise will have everything for everyone. Plenty of entertainment such as casino, shopping, dancing to live music and be treated like royalty by crew members serving you meal and drinks when you are lounging by the deck pool. The cruise can be for just a few days to weeks, depending on how long you want to be pampered.

Do not hesitate; book you ticket right now and have the cruise of a lifetime as there are just about every package for all budget types. Caribbean is a world away from your monotonous and dull existence and a cruise to re-energize your spirit and soul as well as your body.

On the other hand a western Caribbean cruise can offer just as much. Majority of the Caribbean cruise liners provide the cruise to western Caribbean as it is very popular with vacationers. Among the benefits are the opportunity to tour various islands and partake in their history with locations such as Mexico and South America and occasional ports of Key West and New Orleans.

Get ready the necessary documentations as you will require it and now majority of the cruise liners requested for it to deal ahead with the modification of the travel laws from 2008. From there, you can check up the offer for western Caribbean cruise by checking up the places you will like to stop over as well as the right vessel for you.

Majority of the cruise liners strictly abide by a quality standard in service and dining but they have different packages for diverse types of travelers. For instant if you are bringing along the kids, then check up one which has plenty of activities centered on them

It is necessary to plan ahead to avoid disappointment, for instant, the types of programs they offer and the appropriate type of attires to bring along. Both formal and casual wears are necessary and some vessels require you to adhere to strict dress codes. Check with the western Caribbean cruise liner and pack accordingly. A sturdy and comfortable shoes is essential for the trip to the islands, thus with sufficient preparation, you can enjoy your cruise to the western Caribbean with assurance.

You can seek romance and bask in the sun on the beautiful beaches for your southern Caribbean cruise. Similar to the eastern and western Caribbean cruises, you will be treated like royalty. All sort of entertainment will be on offer on the southern Caribbean cruise and you will get plenty of meal, beverages, music and activities. Like-minded people seeking romance just like you and you might find your companion onboard.

Get rid of your inhibitions as everybody will be just like you and with plenty of activities on the southern Caribbean cruise organized around couples, you will have a partner for all programs. Most will be unknown to you but that where your journey begins on your search for a partner.

After the entire introduction and mixing around, you can spend time with the special someone on a dining date. As the vessel is so huge, with plenty of private dining areas; it just likes your personal yacht. You can also spend time exploring the idyllic islands. Take in the sights; mix with the charming local, shop for souvenir you’re your chosen companion. You may never know that it will spark a romance to last a lifetime, so let loose of the inhibitions and enjoy yourself fully on the southern Caribbean cruise.

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (PRWEB) January 31, 2012

Princess Cruises is looking for 1,000 passenger-submitted cruise vacation photos to permanently showcase aboard its new Royal Princess when the ship debuts in spring 2013.

The line has launched a ?1,000 Memories at Sea? contest inviting passengers to submit their best cruise vacation shots, which will be displayed on the walls of hallways between staterooms and in other locations around the ship. In addition, one lucky photographer will win a cruise for two, including airfare, on Royal Princess.

Whether they captured the perfect Caribbean sunset, caught Alaska wildlife in action, found a breathtaking rainbow over Hawaii, or snapped a meaningful moment onboard, passengers can submit their favorite cruise photos on Facebook, at princess.com/royalprincesscontest or by mail. The ?1,000 Memories at Sea? contest will be judged by a panel which is looking for creativity, originality, style, and images that capture the spirit of what it means to ?escape completely.? Contest judges include Rai Caluori, Princess? executive vice president of fleet operations; Teresa Anderson, the line?s vice president of interior design, and Ian Johnson, director of photography and video for Princess.

?With the introduction of Royal Princess, we wanted to pay tribute to our passengers and their vacation memories made aboard our ships,? said Jan Swartz, executive vice president for Princess. ?This contest will be a fun opportunity for 1,000 of our passengers to be permanently recognized aboard our new ship, so they should start sifting through their travel photos now, and submit a remarkable shot to be considered.?

The ?1,000 Memories at Sea? contest runs through March 31, 2012 and is open to entrants 21 years of age or older, residing in the United States, Canada (excluding Quebec), the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand.

Full entry details for the contest can be found at princess.com/royalprincesscontest.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company’s website at http://www.princess.com.

About Princess Cruises:

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 16 modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries 1.3 million passengers each year to destinations around the globe ranging in length from seven to 107 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc.

Princess Cruises is a proud member of World’s Leading Cruise Lines. Our exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises and Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest and a commitment to quality and value, World?s Leading Cruise Lines inspires people to discover their best vacation experience. Together, we offer a variety of exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world’s most desirable destinations. Visit us at http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com.

Find us:

Blog: InspiredToCruise.com

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For further information contact:

Karen Candy, kcandy(at)princesscruises(dot)com, 661-753-1540

Julie Benson, jbenson(at)princesscruises(dot)com, 661-753-1530

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(PRWEB) February 08, 2012

Looking forward, P&O Cruises has a bright future with yet another new ship on the horizon and this new book celebrates the remarkable history and future of the line, combining British innovation with glamour and service excellence.

The book, by Sharon Poole and Andrew Sassoli-Walker, covers the history of the company since 1837, when the Peninsular Steam Navigation Company won a lucrative mail contract to the Iberian Peninsula. Not long afterwards the concept of cruising was born and since then has evolved into a mainstream holiday choice.

The authors, keen maritime historians, who have previously published the definitive history of P&O Cruises? Artemis, give a compelling account of the company?s varied and impressive history, highlighting key milestones in the history of P&O Cruises and intriguing personal stories and anecdotes from the early days of first-class cruises in the nineteenth century to Canberra?s crucial role in the 1982 Falklands war, to the current day logistics and running of a major cruise line, and then on to the future with a new ship planned for 2015.

P&O Cruises managing director, Carol Marlow, said: ?We are delighted that this fascinating book will be part of our anniversary celebrations in 2012. We can trace our roots back 175 years and during that time our ships and crews have been at the cutting edge of maritime and cruising innovation, served with distinction in several conflicts, and, most importantly, offered our customers a cruising experience that they have loved, year in and year out. We have seen countless weddings, honeymoons and proposals on board, along with all manner of other remarkable events. It?s excellent to have a book which sheds some light on some of these personal stories, as well as the current day operation of our brand and our ships.?

?The anniversary will be celebrated on 3 July 2012, when for the first time in the company?s history, our entire fleet of seven ships will be docked together for our ?Grand Event? in Southampton. After a spectacular send-off, the ships will form a procession in the Solent as they depart for seven special anniversary cruises.?

Further pivotal moments covered in the book are:

In 1844, P&O ships were offering tourists passages to Gibraltar, Malta, Athens, Constantinople and Egypt, establishing P&O as one of the world?s first cruise companies. In that year, the author William Thackeray was also offered a free voyage ? the first ?press trip? ? if he would write about his experience for the company, bringing welcome publicity to P&O.

In 1904, P&O introduced Vectis as its first full-time cruise ship and in the same year offered its first cruise holiday programme ? a first class only cruise with shore excursions arranged by Thomas Cook.

By the 1920s, cruising had become a huge part of the company?s business and, post-war, the company grew this business on the back of its lucrative ?Ten-Pound Pom? contracts with the Australian government.

In 1929 – P&O launched Viceroy of India, its first turbo electric-powered ship and the first to have an indoor swimming pool.

By 1981, P&O Cruises Canberra was carrying almost half of all cruise passengers from the UK, and in 1982, Canberra ? along with Cunard?s QE2 and the Uganda from P&O Cruises educational cruise brand British India ? was requisitioned by the British Government for the Falklands War.

Post-Falklands, P&O Cruises began to expand with new vessels. Today, the company has seven cruise ships – Adonia, Arcadia, Aurora, Azura, Oceana, Oriana and Ventura. The ships? celebrity godmothers include HM The Queen, HRH The Princess Royal, Dame Kelly Holmes, Dame Helen Mirren, Darcey Bussell CBE and Dame Shirley Bassey.

A further new addition to the fleet is being planned and will be launched in 2015, to cater for the future needs of P&O Cruises passengers.

P&O Cruises: celebrating 175 years of heritage by Sharon Poole and Andrew Sassoli-Walker ?25 ? 978-1-4456-0596-8 ? Paperback.

For further details about P&O Cruises visit http://www.pocruises.co.uk or call 0845 3 555 333.

About P&O Cruises

P&O Cruises can trace its roots back to 1837 when the Peninsular Steam Navigation Company was awarded the lucrative Admiralty contract to carry mail to the Iberian Peninsula and beyond. Not long afterwards the concept of cruising was born and since then has evolved into a popular holiday choice and now P&O Cruises carries more British cruisers than any other cruise line. Today, as trusted cruise experts, P&O Cruises has a fleet of seven cruise liners offering holidays tailored to British tastes combining genuine service, a sense of occasion and attention to detail, ensuring passengers have the holiday of a lifetime, every time. Azura was launched in April 2010 ? officially named by Godmother Darcey Bussell CBE. Small ship Adonia was added to the fleet in May 2011, named by Dame Shirley Bassey, DBE, and a new 141,000 ton as yet unnamed ship will be added to the fleet in spring 2015. P&O Cruises offer passengers the most stylish and contemporary holidays afloat including eastern Caribbean cruises, eastern Mediterranean Cruises, & luxury short cruises. P&O Cruises offer direct cruises from Southampton or fly-cruise holidays from many regional airports. Don?t miss your chance to book a cruise with P&O Cruises today, with plenty of cruise deals & offers online.

For further press information please contact:

Michele Andjel, michele.andjel(at)carnivalukgroup(dot)com 023 8065 6653/07730 732 072

Kate Rist, kate.rist(at)pocruises(dot)com 023 8065 6652/07730 732 065

Jess Reid, jessica.reid(at)pocruises(dot)com 023 8065 6650 / 07795 052 973

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Santa Clarita, Calif. (PRWEB) February 03, 2012

Princess Cruises? new blog, ?Inspired to Cruise: A Year of Reasons to Get Away From the Everyday? has chronicled its first five reasons to cruise, offering readers a collection of intriguing passenger stories about what inspired them to vacation at sea.

With tales of rekindling romance, spoiling grandchildren, getting away with a group of ?princesses,? bonding with kids before they leave the nest, and finding a special way to enjoy an anniversary dance, the blog, found at http://inspiredtocruise.com, illustrates the myriad of reasons people take cruise vacations.

Each week during 2012 the blog will explore the celebrations, accomplishments, milestones and other inspired reasons to cruise, each told by a different passenger. This diverse group of contributors ? from long-time cruisers to those who set sail for the first time ? will share a total of 52 stories throughout the life of the blog.

The first five reasons to cruise are:

Story #5: To Dance with My Husband? Susan Galuski of Annapolis, Maryland tells how she had high hopes of dancing with her husband on their 40th anniversary cruise, but her self-conscious spouse kept putting the moment off. Would he ever ask her to dance?

Story #4: Getting Away with Girlfriends? ?The Royal Order of the Grand Princesses? is the ultimate group of girlfriends who cruise to get away from their daily routines so they can enjoy some pampering and fun. Carol Aldy and Mickey Farmer describe how their group finds their inner ?princesses? and embrace the spirit of fun as they dress up in ?royal? attire and flaunt their princess roles to the hilt as they escape on their yearly cruise together.

Story #3: Spoil the Grandkids ? Pam Carlson of Arlington Heights, Illinois, is a grandmother who has started a family tradition of taking each grandchild on a cruise when they turn 13. In her story, she describes her surprise when granddaughter Catherine picked a cruise to Egypt, and the joy of being able to make memories with her in the land of the pharaohs and throughout their Holy Land cruise in the Mediterranean.

Story #2: Before the Kids Leave the Nest ? Beth Shaw of Dublin, Ohio, is a single mother who cruised to take one last vacation together with her three sons before they ?flew the nest.? She shares her mixed emotions about her sons leaving home and her desire to get away with them one last time before they grew up and moved on. Their Caribbean cruise proved to be the perfect send off for two of the boys, headed to college and the military.

Story #1: Marrying Each Other?Twice ? In the first blog post, Nancy Chamberlain-Fox of Trabuco Canyon, California tells the story of cruising to celebrate the second time she and her husband were married?..after a span of being apart for 27 years. Their love story takes an unexpected turn when they discover that their multi-generational dinner table mates each share the same anniversary date.

Also featured on the blog is a weekly ?Escape Inspiration? video. Each 30-second favorite moment at sea is introduced by a Princess crew member who describes why the scene is meaningful to them. Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company’s website at Princess.com.

About Princess Cruises:

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 16 modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries 1.3 million passengers each year to destinations around the globe ranging in length from seven to 107 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc.

Princess Cruises is a proud member of World’s Leading Cruise Lines. Our exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises and Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest and a commitment to quality and value, World?s Leading Cruise Lines inspires people to discover their best vacation experience. Together, we offer a variety of exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world’s most desirable destinations. Visit us at worldsleadingcruiselines.com.

For further information contact:

Karen Candy, kcandy(at)princesscruises(dot)com, 661-753-1540

Julie Benson, jbenson(at)princesscruises(dot)com, 661-753-1530

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SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (PRWEB) January 12, 2012

Princess Cruises has revealed story #2 on its blog ?Inspired to Cruise,? featuring a single mother who cruised to take one last vacation together with her three sons before they ?flew the nest.?

In the story, found at http://www.InspiredtoCruise.com, Beth Shaw of Dublin, Ohio, shares her mixed emotions about her sons leaving home and her desire to get away with them one last time before they grew up and moved on. Their Caribbean cruise proved to be the perfect send off for two of the boys, headed to college and the military.

Each week during 2012 the blog will feature a new reason to cruise, gradually sharing a total of of 52 inspiring passenger stories about what compelled them to take a cruise vacation.

The blog also showcases a short ?Escape Inspiration? video about a favorite moment at sea. This week?s video features a sensational sunset at sea introduced by Filipina Dela Cruz, Security Staff aboard Dawn Princess.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company’s website at http://www.princess.com.

About Princess Cruises:

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 16 modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries 1.3 million passengers each year to destinations around the globe ranging in length from seven to 107 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc.

Find us:

Blog: InspiredToCruise.com

Facebook: facebook.com/PrincessCruises

Twitter: twitter.com/PrincessCruises

YouTube: youtube.com/princesscruises

Flickr: flickr.com/photos/princesscruises

Pandora: princess.com/radio

Newsroom: princess.com/news

Google+: plus.google.com/112949289750199509638/posts

For further information contact:

Karen Candy, kcandy(at)princesscruises(dot)com, 661-753-1540

Julie Benson, jbenson(at)princesscruises(dot)com, 661-753-1530

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All Inclusive Cruises Caribbean Locations are Easy to Book Online

Article by Ken Cunningham

General Tips for Caribbean Cruises

When the air begins to chill and the snow begins to fall, the minds of many flee to warmer places. This is often the perfect time to book one of the dozens of Caribbean cruises that are available. Although booking a cruise may seem easy with the endless options on offer, there are still a few things to keep in mind when you’re picking a destination and a cruise company.

Large Ship versus Small Ship

There are as many advantages to deciding on a large ship voyage as choosing to cruise on a small ship. Large cruise ships may well offer more high-end entertainment such as Broadway shows, contests and tournaments. However, when cruising on a large ship, it takes much longer for passengers to get to and from the shore for land excursions. Passenger transfers to shore can take up to 90 minutes each way.

This consumes valuable shore time. Cruising on a smaller ship may mean less people and quicker transfers. 

Shore Excursions

There is no doubt you will want to participate in several, if not many, land excursions. A piece of advice is to book them in advance. The best or most popular shore excursions tend to fill very quickly, usually before the ship even sails. To make sure you get a place on the excursions you want, book them through your travel agent or online. If for some reason you cannot do this prior to the trip, make the effort to be the first in line when the ship’s onboard excursion desk opens. If you have already missed out, you can always request to be added to the waiting list.

Caribbean Towns and Tours

Unlike Europe, most Caribbean towns share a similar feel and look.

If you are at a port of call, your time may be better spent devoted to touring native or special sites rather than touring the towns. Head off on your own if you have to, but seek out the culture, monuments, historical places of interest and even seaside nature sites. The town can be quickly explored on the way back to your ship. This is also true with the type of tours you book. Read the itinerary to make certain a large amount of your valuable shore time is not devoted to more shopping and less sightseeing.

Excursions

Once you begin booking your excursions you may find the costs suddenly adding up. If you’re concerned about the prices, booking independently is an option. It can be a creative way to save a few pounds however, there is something you need to know. When you book the land excursions independently and encounter an issue, such as broken down transportation, the ship may not always wait for you. This means if you’re delayed returning to the ship, you may find it has sailed without you. Passengers who book their land excursions with the ship are given some time to return. If the ship is unable to delay its departure, they will often make free transportation arrangements for you to meet them at the next port of call.

Royal Caribbean Cruises for Mega Moments of your Life!

Article by Cruise Holidays

Royal Caribbean is a celebrity cruise that offers a striking and lavish cruise to give you an imperial vacation on the water. In 1997, Celebrity cruise merged with Royal Caribbean International to become Royal Caribbean Cruise Ltd. Royal Caribbean cruises are full of delights and they offer on board aft-glass dining rooms, formal foyer areas, alternate dining venues, balcony and suite staterooms. Not only that! They offer large pools, lounging areas, signature bars, lounges, libraries, elegant spas, gyms and relaxation areas, what all one could wish for in life! Doesn’t this entice you for having cruise vacation surfing with the waves of the ocean and sunbathing and sipping your favorite drink being in the pool in the middle of the ocean? Royal Caribbean cruises offer picture perfect vacation for individual, families and couples. There are two types of Royal Caribbean cruises, one sails towards east and the other towards the west. All you have to do is decide on whether you want to head east or west to go for your favourite sail. Ports of call on an Eastern Royal Caribbean itinerary often include the Bahamas, St. Thomas, St. John, Puerto Rico, and St. Martin. If you are looking fun on the beaches then an Eastern Royal Caribbean itinerary might be more appealing to you. Western Royal Caribbean itinerary generally include Cozumel or Playa del Carmen, Mexico; Grand Cayman; Key West, FL; the Dominican Republic; Jamaica; Belize; or Costa Rica.. The ports of call in the western Caribbean are sometimes on the mainland or at larger islands. Therefore, the shore excursion options are more varied. You can explore ancient Mayan ruins, hike the rain forests, or go for scuba diving in some extraordinary locations. Live a life of millionaire for peanuts this season! Royal Caribbean cruises are offering heavy discounts for cruisers. Hurry up and log onto any one of the various Meta search engines providing travel services and book the best deal on Royal Caribbean cruises today while it lasts. Good things in life don’t last for long!

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