Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation and CLIA present grants

The Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation, in partnership with the Cruise Lines International Association, presented $50,000 in grants to three Baltimore-area foundations Sunday at a brunch aboard the Carnival Pride in the Port of Baltimore.

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Voyage to the ‘unknown’ with Hebridean Island Cruises

Experience the excitement of the unknown and join Hebridean Island Cruises for a mystery cruise this autumn.

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Royal Caribbean reports Q2 results

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd today reported second quarter results and updated its guidance for the remainder of 2012.

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Celebrity Cruises’ Reflection presents industry’s most unique shower

After revealing in April that the “Reflection Suite” on Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Reflection will feature an all-glass shower extending out over the edge of the ship, the modern luxury brand has received so much interest that it has released renderings of the intriguing space.

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Michael Bayley to head up Celebrity Cruises

Michael Bayley has been appointed as president and chief executive of Celebrity Cruises. Bayley, who was promoted from his role of executive vice president of operations, will replace Dan Hanrahan.

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Celebrity Cruises adds even more class to ‘ConciergeClass’

Holidaymakers who love the personalised services of a professional concierge are likely to relish the new, modern luxury amenities Celebrity Cruises has added to its plush “ConciergeClass” accommodations.

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Magic Castle appears on Crystal Cruises

Ultra-luxe Crystal Cruises has pulled the ultimate rabbit out of a hat with a new, industry-first program entitled “Magic Castle at Sea.” Thanks to an exclusive arrangement magically orchestrated by Master Magician Rich Bloch, magicians from Hollywood’s renowned private magicians’ club, the Magic Castle, will come aboard to entertain and mystify guests of all ages.

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Cunard selects LBi for website overhaul

Global marketing and technology agency, LBi, has been appointed by Cunard Line to oversee the development of its new website. UK-based LBi won the brief to re-design the luxury cruise line’s site, initially for the UK, US and Australian markets.

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Royal Caribbean slips to second quarter loss

Royal Caribbean said earlier it had slipped to a loss for the second quarter of financial 2012, as increased fuel prices offset a rise in revenues. Excluding unique items, the Miami-based Royal Caribbean reported second quarter net loss of $3.6 million or $0.02 per share, compared to net profit of $93.5 million or $0.43 per share last year.

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New venue for Cruise Shipping Asia-Pacific

UBM Live’s Cruise Shipping portfolio announced today that they will be evolving their Cruise Shipping Asia-Pacific conference and tradeshow by moving to the Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore (MBCCS). Taking place from September 17-18, 2012 this event will bring together the global cruise industry in the rapidly growing Asian marketplace.

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Senior officers announced for Royal Princess

When the new Royal Princess launches in June 2013, Captain Tony Draper will be at the helm of Princess Cruises’ newest vessel, leading a senior officer team with more than 100 years of seagoing experience among them. The senior four-stripe team will also include Relief Captain Dino Sagani, Chief Engineer Fabio Braccelli, Hotel General Manager Dirk Brand, and Staff Captain Tim Stringer.

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Holland America Line to increase departures, guest capacity in Alaska for 2013

For the 2013 Alaska cruise season, Holland America Line is increasing its presence in the region with more departures and more guests than in previous

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Paul Gauguin Cruises offers two holiday cruises

Paul Gauguin Cruises, operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, the m/s Paul Gauguin, offers two 7-night Tahiti & the Society Islands voyages on The Gauguin providing the perfect way to celebrate December holidays. Both sailings feature special savings of 50% off standard cruise fares plus included airfare from Los Angeles.

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Royal Caribbean reports loss

Royal Caribbean has reported a loss in the second quarter, hit by the ongoing economic uncertainty in Europe and an industry downturn after the Costa Concordia disaster in January.

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Crystal Cruises focuses on the ‘New’ in New England/Canada 2012 season

Crystal Cruises’ fall voyages through America and Canada’s ‘East Coast’ roots offer dozens of new boutique adventures ashore; new chic spaces on board; and a brand new, exotic Quebecois itinerary with three off-the-beaten-path maiden calls.

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Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation and CLIA Present Grants to Three Baltimore-Area Youth Organizations

The Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation, in partnership with the Cruise Lines International Association, presented $50,000 in grants to three Baltimore-area foundations Sunday at a brunch aboard the Carnival Pride in the Port of Baltimore.

Cruise Lines International Association finds optimism in industry

Halfway through the year, travel agents cite optimism about selling cruises in 2012, according to a new survey of members of Cruise Lines International Association. Over 50 per cent of respondents report they are already selling more vacations at sea than in 2011 and 64 per cent expect cruise booking volume over the course of 2012 to increase over last year.

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Princess Cruises unveils Royal Princess fitness facilities

Princess Cruises today revealed the sports and fitness features that will be aboard the new Royal Princess when the ship debuts next June.

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