Cruise Ships: February 2018

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Wednesday, February 28, 2018

American Cruise Lines Begins Construction on Second Modern ... - Cruise Critic

American Cruise Lines Begins Construction on Second Modern ... - Cruise Critic

Cruise Critic

American Cruise Lines Begins Construction on Second Modern ...
Cruise Critic
(11 a.m. EST) -- With its first modern river cruise boat set to launch this fall, American Cruise Lines has begun construction on the next vessel in its planned five-ship series. The second ship will debut in summer 2019; the line has not yet revealed ...

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Victory Cruise Lines Delays Launch of New Cruise Ship - Cruise Critic - CruiseCritic.co.uk

Victory Cruise Lines Delays Launch of New Cruise Ship - Cruise Critic - CruiseCritic.co.uk

CruiseCritic.co.uk

Victory Cruise Lines Delays Launch of New Cruise Ship - Cruise Critic
CruiseCritic.co.uk
Victory Cruise Lines' Victory II, originally scheduled to debut on May 20, has been delayed until July 27. The cruise ship, built in 2004 and being remodeled for the line in Europe, is being held to ensure there won't be any last-minute delays for ...

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New app allows Wellington workers to avoid cruise ship tourist queues - New Zealand Herald

New app allows Wellington workers to avoid cruise ship tourist queues - New Zealand Herald

New app allows Wellington workers to avoid cruise ship tourist queues
New Zealand Herald
Lambton Ward city councillor Brian Dawson said he didn't have an issue with the app but pointed out information on cruise ship arrivals was already publicly available. He said hot spots in the city included Mt Victoria, Wellington Botanic Garden and ...

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Carnival Cruise Line deploys a second ship to Cuba runs - USA TODAY

Carnival Cruise Line deploys a second ship to Cuba runs - USA TODAY

USA TODAY

Carnival Cruise Line deploys a second ship to Cuba runs
USA TODAY
Cruise giant Carnival is expanding its schedule of cruises to Cuba with its first round-trip sailings to the destination from Miami. Carnival on Tuesday announced its Miami-based Carnival Sensation would operate 17 voyages to the island nation starting ...

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Photos: The crazy things cruise lines are painting on their ships - USA TODAY

Photos: The crazy things cruise lines are painting on their ships - USA TODAY

USA TODAY

Photos: The crazy things cruise lines are painting on their ships
USA TODAY
Yes, those are giant red-and-orange lips on the front of a cruise ship. German line Aida Cruises has made the multi-deck-high lips on its ship hulls a signature. Aida is credited with starting the hull art trend way back in the 1990s. Aida Cruises ...



The Crazy Number of Cruise Ships That Failed Their Health Inspections - The Cheat Sheet

The Crazy Number of Cruise Ships That Failed Their Health Inspections - The Cheat Sheet

The Cheat Sheet

The Crazy Number of Cruise Ships That Failed Their Health Inspections
The Cheat Sheet
Carnival Cruise Lines had some unfortunate news in 2017. Five of its ships received failing grades — and three of those occurred in November and December. And another Carnival ship, The Liberty, has already failed an inspection in 2018. Carnival ships ...

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Carnival Cruise Line deploys a second ship to Cuba runs - USA TODAY

Carnival Cruise Line deploys a second ship to Cuba runs - USA TODAY

USA TODAY

Carnival Cruise Line deploys a second ship to Cuba runs
USA TODAY
Cruise giant Carnival is expanding its schedule of cruises to Cuba with its first round-trip sailings to the destination from Miami. Carnival on Tuesday announced its Miami-based Carnival Sensation would operate 17 voyages to the island nation starting ...

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Cruise news: It is the worst record in a decade for cruise ships - Express.co.uk

Cruise news: It is the worst record in a decade for cruise ships - Express.co.uk

Cruise news: It is the worst record in a decade for cruise ships
Express.co.uk
The cruise liner issued a statement: “We take these inspections very seriously and share lessons learned and best practices with every ship in our fleet. “Our most important focus is always the safety and well-being of our guests. “We remain confident ...



Sexual assault reported on Carnival Elation cruise ship, authorities say - WJXT News4JAX

Sexual assault reported on Carnival Elation cruise ship, authorities say - WJXT News4JAX

Sexual assault reported on Carnival Elation cruise ship, authorities say
WJXT News4JAX
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Coast Guard and the FBI are both investigating a reported sexual assault onboard the Carnival Elation cruise ship, News4Jax has learned. The Coast Guard was notified Tuesday evening of the incident, which reportedly happened ...

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Cruise Insider: The allure of a world voyage on a Crystal Cruises ship - USA TODAY

Cruise Insider: The allure of a world voyage on a Crystal Cruises ship - USA TODAY

USA TODAY

Cruise Insider: The allure of a world voyage on a Crystal Cruises ship
USA TODAY
What's it like sailing across the globe on a world cruise? Now you can see for yourself right here at the USA TODAY Cruises hub. Part 3 of our exclusive five-part video series on Crystal Cruises' recently revamped Crystal Symphony, in the carousel ...

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Victory Cruise Lines Delays Launch of New Cruise Ship - Cruise Critic - CruiseCritic.co.uk

Victory Cruise Lines Delays Launch of New Cruise Ship - Cruise Critic - CruiseCritic.co.uk

CruiseCritic.co.uk

Victory Cruise Lines Delays Launch of New Cruise Ship - Cruise Critic
CruiseCritic.co.uk
Victory Cruise Lines' Victory II, originally scheduled to debut on May 20, has been delayed until July 27. The cruise ship, built in 2004 and being remodeled for the line in Europe, is being held to ensure there won't be any last-minute delays for ...

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Travel Troubleshooter: Two days in a cruise ship sick bay cost me $5929 - The Mercury News

Travel Troubleshooter: Two days in a cruise ship sick bay cost me $5929 - The Mercury News

The Mercury News

Travel Troubleshooter: Two days in a cruise ship sick bay cost me $5929
The Mercury News
Dear Travel Troubleshooter: I recently took a Mediterranean cruise on Oceania's MS Marina. I bought Allianz Global Assistance trip insurance through my travel agent, and paid $789 for coverage for me and my wife. The travel insurance includes $25,000 ...



Cruise news: It is the worst record in a decade for cruise ships - Express.co.uk

Cruise news: It is the worst record in a decade for cruise ships - Express.co.uk

The Cheat Sheet

Cruise news: It is the worst record in a decade for cruise ships
Express.co.uk
The cruise liner issued a statement: “We take these inspections very seriously and share lessons learned and best practices with every ship in our fleet. “Our most important focus is always the safety and well-being of our guests. “We remain confident ...
The Crazy Number of Cruise Ships That Failed Their Health InspectionsThe Cheat Sheet

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Travel Troubleshooter: Two days in a cruise ship sick bay cost me $5929 - The Mercury News

Travel Troubleshooter: Two days in a cruise ship sick bay cost me $5929 - The Mercury News

The Mercury News

Travel Troubleshooter: Two days in a cruise ship sick bay cost me $5929
The Mercury News
Dear Travel Troubleshooter: I recently took a Mediterranean cruise on Oceania's MS Marina. I bought Allianz Global Assistance trip insurance through my travel agent, and paid $789 for coverage for me and my wife. The travel insurance includes $25,000 ...



Port Manatee wants cruise ships again - FOX 13 News, Tampa Bay

Port Manatee wants cruise ships again - FOX 13 News, Tampa Bay

FOX 13 News, Tampa Bay

Port Manatee wants cruise ships again
FOX 13 News, Tampa Bay
BRADENTON (FOX 13) - Cargo ships deliver 48 million pineapples and over a billion bananas to Port Manatee each year. With that comes $2.3 billion in economic impact. The port has become known for its cargo, but Port Manatee Executive Director Carlos ...



Toilets overflowing with vomit and nowhere to hide… on board the cruise ship from hell where up to 16000 were ... - The Sun

Toilets overflowing with vomit and nowhere to hide… on board the cruise ship from hell where up to 16000 were ... - The Sun

NEWS.com.au

Toilets overflowing with vomit and nowhere to hide… on board the cruise ship from hell where up to 16000 were ...
The Sun
All holidaymakers on the cruises between December 2016 and February 2017 may be eligible for compensation, according to Shine Lawyers. Mrs Thomas, from Queensland, saved up £1,200 for a 14-day voyage to New Zealand with a friend who was celebrating a ...
Law firm preparing class action after gastro outbreaks on Sun Princess cruisesNEWS.com.au

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Carnival's LNG fleet: ushering in a new generation of cruise ships - Ship Technology

Carnival's LNG fleet: ushering in a new generation of cruise ships - Ship Technology

Ship Technology

Carnival's LNG fleet: ushering in a new generation of cruise ships
Ship Technology
Three years ago, German cruise line AIDA Cruises made international headlines when its pilot project successfully demonstrated that a cruise ship can be powered by liquefied natural gas. LNG has been steadily growing as a leading source of energy ...
Cruise Tips From a Carnival Cruise Director | POPSUGAR Smart ...POPSUGAR

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The Crazy Number of Cruise Ships That Failed Their Health Inspections - The Cheat Sheet

The Crazy Number of Cruise Ships That Failed Their Health Inspections - The Cheat Sheet

The Crazy Number of Cruise Ships That Failed Their Health Inspections
The Cheat Sheet
Carnival Cruise Lines had some unfortunate news in 2017. Five of its ships received failing grades — and three of those occurred in November and December. And another Carnival ship, The Liberty, has already failed an inspection in 2018. Carnival ships ...