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08/02/2011
02/02/2011
Cruise Factor.. Vote now!!!!
We all have our favourite cruise lines.
Whilst some offer excellent value for money and others have wonderful entertainment. I thought it a good idea to find out who is the most popular cruise line.
So now All Dans on Deck brings you CRUISE FACTOR.....
What I want you all to do is vote for your favourite cruise line from the selection on the right hand side of this page.
The vote will be split into 3 rounds.
Rounds 1 and 2 - A selection of cruiselines will be on the list. The top 4 will go through to the final
Round 3 - The final.
Everyone who votes will receive a copy of the Cruise.Co.Uk Complete Cruise Brochure. A comprehensive guide to cruising with everything from smoking policies to drinks prices.
1 lucky voter will also receive a Fodors Guide to Cruising 2011. RRP £16.95.
Please pop on a comment with your email address or send me an email to let me know you have voted. danielt@cruise.co.uk
Should be interesting to see who you all vote for.
Whilst some offer excellent value for money and others have wonderful entertainment. I thought it a good idea to find out who is the most popular cruise line.
So now All Dans on Deck brings you CRUISE FACTOR.....
What I want you all to do is vote for your favourite cruise line from the selection on the right hand side of this page.
The vote will be split into 3 rounds.
Rounds 1 and 2 - A selection of cruiselines will be on the list. The top 4 will go through to the final
Round 3 - The final.
Everyone who votes will receive a copy of the Cruise.Co.Uk Complete Cruise Brochure. A comprehensive guide to cruising with everything from smoking policies to drinks prices.
1 lucky voter will also receive a Fodors Guide to Cruising 2011. RRP £16.95.
Please pop on a comment with your email address or send me an email to let me know you have voted. danielt@cruise.co.uk
Should be interesting to see who you all vote for.
25/01/2011
And now for something completely different....
Are you looking for cruise ideas for 2011?
Have you done it all and got those cruise t-shirts?
Well here are a few ideas for 2011 you may not have considered.
Round Britian.
Long a favourite among American tourists, round-Britain cruises visiting England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland, and including Guernsey or Jersey, have become popular with the locals recently.
It's a lot to do with convenience, and with ever-increasing number of Britons avoiding airports (particularly after a year marked by strikes, snow, ash clouds and rising taxes). Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Holland America Line joining stalwarts such as Fred Olsen, P & O Cruises and Cunard.
Dubai
Dubai is the "cruise hub" of the Arabian Gulf as first Costa Cruises and then Royal Caribbean International launched winter cruises from here. MSC Cruises has become the first cruise line to base a ship in the city. The seven-night cruises, are great but do not allow enough time to see the main sights, so it will be worth adding extra days at the start or end.
Israel
After years of falling out of favour with the cruisers, Israel is back on the cruising map. You might expect smaller cruise lines with more adventurous passengers to go there, but big-ship companies have added it to their itineraries, too, calling at Haifa and/or Ashdod for excursions to Jerusalem, Nazareth and Tiberias. These include Celebrity's brand new ship the Celebrity Silhouette, Norwegian Cruise Line's winter Holy Land cruises from Civitavecchia and Costa Cruises's almost-weekly visits in 2011. The Luxury line Crystal Cruises has an eastern Mediterranean voyage too.
Australia
The Aussies have found cruising! – that's why the Ocean Village was closed and its two ships moved to P & O Cruises Australia. Princess Cruises is to divert a ship from the Caribbean to give it four vessels down under. Celebrity Cruises is back in Australia in October after a two-year break, while Silversea will be circumnavigating the continent for the first time later this month.
Have you done it all and got those cruise t-shirts?
Well here are a few ideas for 2011 you may not have considered.
Long a favourite among American tourists, round-Britain cruises visiting England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland, and including Guernsey or Jersey, have become popular with the locals recently.
It's a lot to do with convenience, and with ever-increasing number of Britons avoiding airports (particularly after a year marked by strikes, snow, ash clouds and rising taxes). Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Holland America Line joining stalwarts such as Fred Olsen, P & O Cruises and Cunard.
Dubai is the "cruise hub" of the Arabian Gulf as first Costa Cruises and then Royal Caribbean International launched winter cruises from here. MSC Cruises has become the first cruise line to base a ship in the city. The seven-night cruises, are great but do not allow enough time to see the main sights, so it will be worth adding extra days at the start or end.
After years of falling out of favour with the cruisers, Israel is back on the cruising map. You might expect smaller cruise lines with more adventurous passengers to go there, but big-ship companies have added it to their itineraries, too, calling at Haifa and/or Ashdod for excursions to Jerusalem, Nazareth and Tiberias. These include Celebrity's brand new ship the Celebrity Silhouette, Norwegian Cruise Line's winter Holy Land cruises from Civitavecchia and Costa Cruises's almost-weekly visits in 2011. The Luxury line Crystal Cruises has an eastern Mediterranean voyage too.
The Aussies have found cruising! – that's why the Ocean Village was closed and its two ships moved to P & O Cruises Australia. Princess Cruises is to divert a ship from the Caribbean to give it four vessels down under. Celebrity Cruises is back in Australia in October after a two-year break, while Silversea will be circumnavigating the continent for the first time later this month.
19/01/2011
Silversea expeditions
Prince Albert II - 6 star expeditions
Silversea’s Prince Albert II is a purpose built expedition ship for guests wanting to visit some of the worlds most remote destinations including Antarctica. A strengthened hull, allows the ship to push safely through ice flows and deliver passengers to the most off-beat locations. Named after Prince Albert II of Monaco, a name synonymous with exploration and the environment.
With a maximum guest capacity of only 132 and a staff level of 117, Silversea’s usual ratio of staff to guests is maintained. At only 6072 tonnes and 354ft long, she is a lovely ship allowing entry into any waters of the world.
Onboard
The Prince Albert has a casual dress code. The amount of equipment and clothing required for such voyages far exceeds the need for those tuxedos and dresses.
The all inclusive nature of Silversea remains part of the package.
Daytime
For those days when not adventuring, why not take in a lecture, relax in the spa or take in one of the daily workshops on such topics as photography, the environment or how to make the perfect Martini? There are 10 mini Zodiac boats onboard to whisk you off to the sights each day.
Evenings
Have a lovely meal with a nice bottle of wine, relax in a lounge with cocktail or go see the show in the theatre.
Essential Items to pack.
Trips of this nature require a lot of planning. Clothing and equipment is essential to the enjoyment of the cruise. Here are a few ideas to think about if this kind of trip is on your horizon.
Rain Jacket and Trousers – Both waterproof and breathable
Thermal clothing and underwear
Insulated hats, gloves and socks – 3 of each should do it
Heavy skiing type gloves
Heat treatment foot and hand warming devices
Waterproof knee high rubber boots (Wellingtons) with none slip soles.
Dress with many thin layers and this counteracts wind chill, make sure you try these layers on before the trip so you know what items go together.
Field Gear
Camera with film/memory cards. Always bring to many as you don’t want to run out.
Waterproof and sealable bags for equipment that may be damaged by the conditions.
Writing implements for adverse conditions
A good pair of Hiking boots
Energy snacks.
Binoculars
Equipment Check List
Ensure all equipment is in full working order and is clean
Ensure clothing has no dirt, seeds or insects in hoods and seams etc
Vacuum all equipment to reduce contamination of the environment you are travelling to.
Silversea have teamed up with a leading expedition retailer to offer a host of equipment and clothing for sale prior to the trip.
The Prince Albert offers trips to trips to the Antarctic from November to March each year and book up very quickly with people from all over the world. With all the excursions and sightseeing included ith in the price, the Prince Albert is definitely leading the way.
Have you done an expedition? Any other items you would recommend people take along?
Silversea’s Prince Albert II is a purpose built expedition ship for guests wanting to visit some of the worlds most remote destinations including Antarctica. A strengthened hull, allows the ship to push safely through ice flows and deliver passengers to the most off-beat locations. Named after Prince Albert II of Monaco, a name synonymous with exploration and the environment.
With a maximum guest capacity of only 132 and a staff level of 117, Silversea’s usual ratio of staff to guests is maintained. At only 6072 tonnes and 354ft long, she is a lovely ship allowing entry into any waters of the world.
Onboard
The Prince Albert has a casual dress code. The amount of equipment and clothing required for such voyages far exceeds the need for those tuxedos and dresses.
The all inclusive nature of Silversea remains part of the package.
Daytime
For those days when not adventuring, why not take in a lecture, relax in the spa or take in one of the daily workshops on such topics as photography, the environment or how to make the perfect Martini? There are 10 mini Zodiac boats onboard to whisk you off to the sights each day.
Have a lovely meal with a nice bottle of wine, relax in a lounge with cocktail or go see the show in the theatre.
Essential Items to pack.
Trips of this nature require a lot of planning. Clothing and equipment is essential to the enjoyment of the cruise. Here are a few ideas to think about if this kind of trip is on your horizon.
Rain Jacket and Trousers – Both waterproof and breathable
Thermal clothing and underwear
Insulated hats, gloves and socks – 3 of each should do it
Heavy skiing type gloves
Heat treatment foot and hand warming devices
Waterproof knee high rubber boots (Wellingtons) with none slip soles.
Dress with many thin layers and this counteracts wind chill, make sure you try these layers on before the trip so you know what items go together.
Field Gear
Camera with film/memory cards. Always bring to many as you don’t want to run out.
Waterproof and sealable bags for equipment that may be damaged by the conditions.
Writing implements for adverse conditions
A good pair of Hiking boots
Energy snacks.
Binoculars
Equipment Check List
Ensure all equipment is in full working order and is clean
Ensure clothing has no dirt, seeds or insects in hoods and seams etc
Vacuum all equipment to reduce contamination of the environment you are travelling to.
Silversea have teamed up with a leading expedition retailer to offer a host of equipment and clothing for sale prior to the trip.
Have you done an expedition? Any other items you would recommend people take along?
17/01/2011
MSC Yacht Club.... A world of Difference
MSC Yacht Club... A World of Difference.
When it comes to MSC you know what your going to get. Excellent value cruises with a cosmopolitan flavour. Some people love them, some people don't.
I've been on the MSC Magnifica and it was an excellent, fun filled break.
People often say that MSC offer great itineraries but would like a higher quality product. Well... Let me introduce you to the MSC Yacht Club.
Two of MSC's ships currently offer Yacht Club, The Fantasia and Splendida. Sailing out of Genoa throughout 2011 with various 7 night Med cruises. This is a totally different cruise experience to the standard MSC offering. The ratings of Yacht Club compare with grill experience on Cunard, but retain the excellent value for money MSC is known for.
So what do you get included at no extra cost?
All Suite accomodation with balconies.
24 hour Butler service and private reception
Exclusive lounge and pool area
Gournet dining with exclusive restaurant
Drinks including wines and beers
Spa area with Sauna and Steam Facilities and Turkish Baths
Priority check in and check out
All of your luggage unpacked and packed
Shoecare
Newspapers
Exclusive excursions
Internet and Wii Consoles within the suite
And much much more
So next time your looking for a luxury break in the Med, don't forget MSC Yacht club. 5 star cruising and 3 star prices!
Prices start from only £1199pp for 7 nights.
When it comes to MSC you know what your going to get. Excellent value cruises with a cosmopolitan flavour. Some people love them, some people don't.
I've been on the MSC Magnifica and it was an excellent, fun filled break.
People often say that MSC offer great itineraries but would like a higher quality product. Well... Let me introduce you to the MSC Yacht Club.
So what do you get included at no extra cost?
All Suite accomodation with balconies.
24 hour Butler service and private reception
Exclusive lounge and pool area
Gournet dining with exclusive restaurant
Drinks including wines and beers
Spa area with Sauna and Steam Facilities and Turkish Baths
Priority check in and check out
All of your luggage unpacked and packed
Shoecare
Newspapers
Exclusive excursions
Internet and Wii Consoles within the suite
And much much more
So next time your looking for a luxury break in the Med, don't forget MSC Yacht club. 5 star cruising and 3 star prices!
Prices start from only £1199pp for 7 nights.
10/01/2011
Galápagos - A Theory of Natural Selection.
The Galápagos archipelago is world-renowned for its unique and fearless wildlife- much of which was inspiration for Charles Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection. The islands are therefore very popular amongst natural historians, both professional and amateur. Giant tortoises, sea lions, penguins, marine iguanas and different bird species can all be seen and approached. The landscape of the islands is relatively barren and volcanic, but beautiful nonetheless.
The Galápagos Islands are a small archipelago of islands belonging to Ecuador in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The islands are quite remote and isolated, lying some 1000 km (620 miles) west of the South American continent. The Galapagos archipelago consists of 13 main islands and 6 smaller isles, which together embrace some 50,000 sq km.
Visitors to the Islands are strctly controlled to ensure the preservation of this natural wonder.
Celebrity Cruises are one of the very few cruise lines to offer the chance of exploring the islands. The Celebrity Xpedition ship offers just 92 passengers the quality and luxury of 5 star cruising around the fantastic waters of the Galápagos.
Here is a cruise and stay package one of my customers has enjoyed booking today.
Day 1 - Fly London Heathrow to Madrid, Madrid to Guaya Quil in the Galápagos.
Day 2 - Private transfer to the Celebrity Xpedition, board the Xpedition for 7 night and 14 ports around the Islands.
Day 9 - Private transfer to Airport for flight to Quito, transfer to Radisson Hotel for 7 nights B&B
Day 16- Private transfer back to Airport, fly to Madrid
Day 17-Arrive Madrid for connecting flight to Heathrow.
The cruise is very intensive and a stay either end of it is recommended. Sometimes you will visit 3 ports in one day and all by tender, so good shoes and reasonable fitness is required.
If you have been to the Galápagos and have any travel tips to share please let us know.
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Visitors to the Islands are strctly controlled to ensure the preservation of this natural wonder.
Celebrity Cruises are one of the very few cruise lines to offer the chance of exploring the islands. The Celebrity Xpedition ship offers just 92 passengers the quality and luxury of 5 star cruising around the fantastic waters of the Galápagos.
Here is a cruise and stay package one of my customers has enjoyed booking today.
Day 1 - Fly London Heathrow to Madrid, Madrid to Guaya Quil in the Galápagos.
Day 2 - Private transfer to the Celebrity Xpedition, board the Xpedition for 7 night and 14 ports around the Islands.
Day 9 - Private transfer to Airport for flight to Quito, transfer to Radisson Hotel for 7 nights B&B
Day 16- Private transfer back to Airport, fly to Madrid
Day 17-Arrive Madrid for connecting flight to Heathrow.
The cruise is very intensive and a stay either end of it is recommended. Sometimes you will visit 3 ports in one day and all by tender, so good shoes and reasonable fitness is required.
If you have been to the Galápagos and have any travel tips to share please let us know.
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06/01/2011
A New Year Guide to 2011 Cruise Deals
A New Year Guide to 2011 Cruise Deals.
As the cruise lines clamber for your business here’s some of the offer around right now.
Celebrity – Up to $200 on board credit. Free Car Parking and free upgrades from outsides to balcony. Plus save up to £500 per stateroom on selected sailings.
P&O – Double on board credit. Double brochure discounts. 5% early payment discount. Up to £2500 per person savings on world cruises with up to £740 on board credit.
Princess – All European prices reduced. Free upgrades from outside to balcony and upgrade to suites from £149pp
Cunard - Double on board credit. Double brochure discounts. 5% early payment discount. Up to £2500 per person savings on world cruises with up to £740 on board credit.
Fred Olsen – Up to £200 on board credit and Free car parking/coach travel. Additional 5% discount for Previous Fred Olsen Passengers on selected sailings.
MSC – Free parking on Southampton sailings. Over 55’s to get up to £150 on board credit. Free Shore excursions and free upgrades.
Luxury Lines – Silversea are offering up to $1000 on board spend with free flights.
So now is the time to grab a new year bargain and have a wonderful cruise to look forward to.
So the resolutions have been made…. Waistbands are slightly larger …. and now we enter the busiest time of year for cruise holiday bookings. Let’s just hope I have time for the gym.
I thought a guide to what’s on offer in 2011, would be a good idea for those of you thinking of booking a cruise. So whether you’re new to cruising or have nothing but cruise membership cards in your wallet, have a quick look at what’s on offer in 2011.
New Year Deals Guide.
Royal Caribbean - Look out for on board credit on some sailings
Celebrity – Up to $200 on board credit. Free Car Parking and free upgrades from outsides to balcony. Plus save up to £500 per stateroom on selected sailings.P&O – Double on board credit. Double brochure discounts. 5% early payment discount. Up to £2500 per person savings on world cruises with up to £740 on board credit.
Princess – All European prices reduced. Free upgrades from outside to balcony and upgrade to suites from £149pp
Cunard - Double on board credit. Double brochure discounts. 5% early payment discount. Up to £2500 per person savings on world cruises with up to £740 on board credit.
Fred Olsen – Up to £200 on board credit and Free car parking/coach travel. Additional 5% discount for Previous Fred Olsen Passengers on selected sailings.
MSC – Free parking on Southampton sailings. Over 55’s to get up to £150 on board credit. Free Shore excursions and free upgrades.
Luxury Lines – Silversea are offering up to $1000 on board spend with free flights.
So now is the time to grab a new year bargain and have a wonderful cruise to look forward to.
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