Jan115

Not much info coming forth on the new ships yet. RCI already offers the option for prepaid tips, as well as a $45-55/pp per day drink package and $149/pp unlimited Internet. I wouldn't call it all inclusive as it's all added over and above the cruise fare, but are available options for prepayment.

Ahhhh, yes, back in the day when a cruise ship meant you could actually feel like you were on the ocean. These days, it would have just been felt as a little sway - no fun in that, is there. Sounds like a voyage to remember, Sarge!

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I just re-fared my upcoming cruise to Alaska with a new Princess promo - Spring into Savings. Saved $$ off the cabin, upgraded myself, and got an additional $100 OBC. Not too shabby! Just wanted to pass along my good fortune. Just keep in mind that the deposit is non-refundable with this sale.

Carnival has every right to be concerned over inaccurate reporting and unfair attacks by the media. The cruise line has been forthcoming all along with the status of investigation and remedy of the situations, and this well-written statement by Carnival makes it very clear that they are trying hard to polish up their image. I sincerely hope that Carnival will get through this unscathed and able to get back to the business of cruising. The sad thing is that both the media and now the cruise skeptics will be lying like jungle cats waiting to pounce on any little cruise mishap they can get their hairy paws on.

I think it's a good move on Cunard's part - although loyal traditionalists among their fans may not agree. It seems to be a good compromise - cutting back on the number of nights requiring formal wear may appeal to a wider audience, while at the same time still retaining some tradition.

Bill, your clients made the right choice and will be grateful for the good advice when they return and have nothing but glowing comments. Please keep us posted and let us know how they liked their cruise.

Enjoy your cruise on the Coral Princess this summer!

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I agree ... Any extra day at sea is a good one, in my book!

I am already in ... San Francisco to Glacier Bay in July!

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Mgtc - As a matter of fact, some of the Princess ships do have a covered pool. The Grand, for instance, which just arrived to its new home port of San Francisco, installed a retractable cover with the latest refit. It will come in very handy on those 10 day Alaska cruises!

Wow - glad to hear all went smoothly for mom and baby Jubilee! But I agree - I wouldn't risk it either.

Looks like it happened at a convenient time, as the ship will be going for a refurb on March 22.

Just what we need - political interference in the cruise industry. By the way, Senator - Carnival Triumph passengers did receive a full refund - and more - without the assistance of any new laws. Read more and let me know what you think. http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/world_news&id=9031409

Just ran across this article on Philly.com, about an expectant couple who discovered a short time before their day of embarkation on a 5-night Carnival Fascination cruise that they would be denied boarding. Carnival decided to hold fast to their rule of banning passengers who are 25 weeks or more pregnant. In addition, the cruise line did not refund them the fare. <br /> <br /> Here's the article - feel free to weigh in!<br /> <br /> <a href='http://mobile.philly.com/travel/?wss=/philly/travel&id=196627331'>http://mobile.philly.com/travel/?wss=/philly/travel&id=196627331</a><br /> <br /> I, for one, even if I were just 12 weeks along, would prefer to stay close to home where I have access to my own doctor and hospital. If an emergency should happen, the last place I would want to be is in the middle of the ocean or in a strange land.<br /> <br /> Secondly, in the case of this couple, they seemed unaware of the pregnancy rule when they booked, nor were they advised of such by their TA, even though it is clearly stated in the cruise contract. <br /> <br /> By the way, this is purely coincidence (I hope) that this concerns a Carnival ship. All cruiseline's have pregnancy policies in place.

Congratulations on your upcoming cruise on Celebrity Century this fall!

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