http://the-cruise.org Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:10:39 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en After the success of last year’s ‘Destiny Dance Fever’ on the Thomson Destiny, Thomson Cruises has once again joined forces with Strictly Come Dancing champions, Darren Bennett and Lilia Kopylova, for ‘Darren and Lilia’s Get Up & Dance’ onboard the Thomson Celebration. From the Caribbean to the Crimea, Thomson Cruises, the ... http://the-cruise.org/thomsons-strictly-come-dancing/ Widely recognized as one of the top passenger loyalty programs in the cruise industry, the Princess Captain's Circle is adding even more benefits for Platinum and Elite members. Frequent cruisers can now use their free Internet packages to access the ships' wireless Internet networks, they'll receive a complimentary upgrade to ... http://the-cruise.org/princess-rewards-loyal-passengers/ Staying fit on a cruise has never been easier or more fun, as Princess Cruises introduces new ways for passengers to stay active on their vacation -- including the industry's first in-room fitness program, fun yoga classes for kids and teens, and a new array of Lotus Spa classes featuring ... http://the-cruise.org/princess-gets-fit/ In response to the overwhelming success of the keyboard classes offered through Yamaha's "Passport to Music" program, Crystal Cruises and the pioneering music company are adding a series of progressively challenging classes called "Passport to Music PLUS". Geared toward more accomplished piano and keyboard players, the new curriculum builds from ... http://the-cruise.org/crystals-passport-to-music/ Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced a revision to itineraries for two of its ships for the summer 2009 and winter 2009/2010 seasons. The new programme affects Braemar and Boudicca, and dramatically reduces the number of fly/cruises the company will be offering over the next two years. Originally scheduled to operate ... http://the-cruise.org/fred-olsen-revised-itineraries/ In addition to the widespread praise already received from the film and travel communities, Princess Cruises' "The Heart of Alaska" video has earned a special level of recognition by winning the "Best Cinematography" award at the New York Independent Film & Video Festival, one of the largest independent film festivals ... http://the-cruise.org/princess-cruises-best-cinematography/ Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has been named a finalist in Condé Nast Traveler magazine's 2008 World Savers Awards. The awards honor 38 travel companies from around the world for their leadership in social responsibility in five key areas: poverty alleviation, cultural and/or environmental preservation, education, wildlife conservation and health. The 2008 ... http://the-cruise.org/ncl-leader-in-social-responsibility/ Carnival Cruise Lines will deploy the 2,052-passenger Carnival Elation on a new three- and four-day cruise schedule from San Diego beginning Feb. 12, 2009.  The ship currently operates four- and five-day cruises from San Diego and will continue that program through the departure of Feb. 7, 2009. On its new route, ... http://the-cruise.org/carnival-cruises-san-diego/ Carnival Cruise Lines – which operates the only year-round cruise program from New Orleans – will increase capacity by 34 percent when the 2,758-passenger Carnival Triumph replaces the 2,056-passenger Carnival Fantasy from the Big Easy in November 2009.            In addition to providing an exciting new “Fun Ship” cruise option from New ... http://the-cruise.org/carnival-cruise-new-orleans/ Condé Nast Traveler has named Holland America Line a finalist in the magazine's 2008 World Savers Awards. Holland America Line is one of 38 companies selected worldwide as a leader in social responsibility in the September issue. Holland America Line won an honorable mention in the health category based on its ... http://the-cruise.org/hal-world-savers-award/