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Alaska Cruise Ship Tax has been Lowered

Alaska Gov. Sean Parnell signed legislation Thursday that will sharply lower the state's tax to $34.5, with additional savings of up to $15 for ships that stop in Juneau and Ketchikan. Most cruises to Alaska include a stop in Juneau and Ketchikan.

Posted on 27/6/10 in Fun Family Cruising, Alaska, Europe, General News
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Well-Being Program on Holland America

How does this sound on a cruise ship? Morning Tai Chi, Sudoku, afternoon Pilates, Wii bowling, yoga, step classes, spinning, Golf Challenge, ballroom dance classes, team trivia, and more……ready to sign up?! Explore Wellbeing has extended the offerings of the Greenhouse Spa to incorporate new entertainment. Other interesting activities include the Party Planner hosting Explore Food & Entertaining events in the Culinary Arts Center. More than 70 culinary experts come onboard each year, in addition to classes and demonstrations on every sailing. The ...

Posted on 15/4/10 in Fun Family Cruising, Holland America, Alaska, Caribbean, General News, Edutainment
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Vacationing with the Teens

A family vacation with teens doesn’t have to be a trying experience......

Posted on 24/11/09 in Mediterranean Cruise, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Fun Family Cruising, Disney Cruise, Carnival Cruise, Alaska, Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Panama Canal, Luxury Cruising, Bermuda, General News, Oasis of the Seas
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Meetings at Sea

There is no better value than a Meeting at Sea….whether it’s corporate meetings, incentive meetings or seminars at sea. Cruise lines have come to recognize the necessity to accommodate the needs of group meetings on cruise ships. Newer ships have been designed with expanded, easily accessible, dedicated meeting space. Whether your group consists of 25 or 500 participants, there are ample options on board to facilitate your group's meeting requirements. From conference rooms to boardrooms, from large lounges and theaters for awards presentations t...

Posted on 7/4/09 in Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Carnival Cruise, Princess Cruises, Holland America, Norwegian Cruises, Alaska, Caribbean, Florida, Canada, Hawaii, Panama Canal, Celebrity Cruises, Meetings at Sea
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Repositioning Cruises:

Good deals can be found with repositioning cruises. Although some ships spend 365 days a year sailing the same itinerary, or in the same region, many relocate a few times a year. For example, depending on the season, they may move from Canada/New England to the Caribbean, or Alaska to Hawaii. Instead of sailing the ships empty, the cruise lines will usually sell these one-way routes at a discount. These voyages, known as repositioning cruises will often feature themes on subjects ranging from theater to wine, or are enhanced with enrichment options such as guest lect...