2-17-09
Carnival Sensation Leaves Drydock with Upgrades
Carnival Sensation has new facilities and features as scheduled for all Carnival Fantasy-class vessels with the “Evolutions of Fun” program. These new features include the exclusive adults-only retreat calles “Serenity,” an extensive water park, and a redecorated tropical theme for the main pool area. Ninety-eight balconies were also incorporated onto existing ocean view staterooms and a new Circle C facility for 12- to 14-year olds was added, as well.

The upgrade was accomplished during a 35-day dry dock. Sensation is the fourth Fantasy-class ship to receive the upgrades, along with the Carnival Imagination, Carnival Inspiration, and Carnival Fantasy which are already renovated. The four remaining Fantasy-class ships will be refurbished over the next few years.

Sensation resumed its Bahamas cruises from Port Canaveral last week. Three-day cruises depart Thursdays and visit Nassau while four-day voyages depart Sundays and call at Freeport and Nassau.

Open Deck Upgrades
A highlight of the upgrades is Carnival WaterWorks, a big aqua park kids will love but will appeal to guests of all ages. The expansive open-air facility includes a 300-foot-long water slide – the longest at sea – along with twin 82-foot-long racing slides and various water sprays.

The new main pool area has a distinctive resort-style ambiance, with colorful, oversized umbrellas, thatched roofing, vibrant tile work and other tropical-themed design elements.

Serenity Adults-Only Retreat
Also new on the Carnival Sensation is Serenity, an exclusive adults-only retreat located aft on Promenade Deck. Designed as an ocean-going oasis for comfort and relaxation, Serenity offers plush chaise lounges and chairs, and two large whirlpools. Shade is provided by oversized umbrellas, along with an area covered by thatched roofing. Within Serenity, guests can enjoy a wide range of icy cocktails and frozen drinks or partake in various dining options at the nearby, casual Seaview restaurant.

Ninety-Eight New Balcony Staterooms
Ninety-eight existing ocean view staterooms on the Carnival Sensation have been retrofitted with balconies, creating expansive new cabins measuring approximately 230 square feet. Twenty-four of the new balcony cabins are located mid-ship, 12 are located near the stern, and the other 62 are located aft, with several of these accommodations featuring extended balconies. Additionally, a number of the Carnival Sensation’s suites have been modified to feature larger, extended balconies to create a more spacious environment for guests.

New Circle C Facility, Other Enhancements
Carnival Sensation’s refurbishment also included the creation of a new Circle C facility on Atlantic Deck 8. Catering to the 12- to 14-old age group, Circle C includes a high-tech sound and lighting system, plasma screen televisions displaying movies and music videos, a touch-screen jukebox and gaming pods with the latest games and consoles.

All of the Carnival Sensation’s 1,026 staterooms have been completely remodeled with new wall coverings, tile work, carpeting and light fixtures. Additionally, virtually all dining, dancing and entertainment venues, as well as all guest corridors, have been renovated with a host of cosmetic enhancements.

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2-17-09
Silversea Announces 50% Discounts and Free Shore Excursions
Silversea is announcing brand new savings of up to 50% on brochure fares on selected Mediterranean, Northern European and Alaskan voyages departing between May and September 2009.

In addition, complimentary shore excursions worth in excess of $1,000 per suite are also available. Sample excursions include St Petersburg’s palaces with a private guide, an air adventure over the Misty Fjords or a helicopter tour of the Amalfi Coast. Plus, flight-packages offering great value start at £29.00, ($40) which includes airport-pier transfers on the day of embark/debark.

Silver Wind departs on 14 May 2009 on a seven day voyage (#2915) from Barcelona to Nice, with calls in Barcelona, Valencia, Calvi, Livorno (overnight) and Antibes. All-inclusive cruise-only fares start at £1,748 ($2482) for a 50% savings.

Silver Cloud departs on 10 June 2009 on a ten day voyage (#1912) from London to Stockholm, with calls in London (overnight), transit Kiel Canal, Warnemunde, Tallinn, St Petersburg (two nights), Helsinki and Stockholm. All-inclusive cruise-only fares start at £2,948 ($4186) for a 50% savings.

Silver Shadow departs 16 June 2009 on a ten day voyage (#3914) from Vancouver to San Francisco, with calls in Cruise Inside Passage, Sitka, Juneau, Skagway, Cruise Tracy Arm & Sawyer Glacier, Wrangell and Prince Rupert. All-inclusive cruise-only fares start at £2,402 ($3410) foe a 40% savings.

The special offers are valid on new bookings made before March 31. All offers and savings are subject to availability and may change at anytime without our notice. Fares quoted are cruise-only and include port charges government fees and taxes. Terms and conditions apply.

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2-13-09
Crystal Announces $2000 Per Couple Onboard Credit in Europe
In conjunction with special European pricing, called “Celebration Fares,” this summer, Crystal Cruises is announcing the “All Inclusive � As You Wish” promotion, a $2,000 per couple � or $1,000 per person � shipboard spending credit travelers may spend as follows:

Any Crystal Adventure shore excursion,
Any spa treatment,
Any wine,
Any cocktail,
Any boutique purchase,
Any gratuities,
Any Vintage Room experience,
And anything else on board except Casino gaming.

The $2,000 per couple spending credit is available with:

Every Mediterranean cruise aboard Crystal Serenity in July through November,
All 11-day Baltic and British Isles cruises aboard Crystal Symphony between June 19 and August 23, and
Crystal Symphony’s Northern Europe Transatlantic cruise from London to Boston.

Guests on Crystal’s seven-day Baltic cruise departing August 5 will enjoy a $1,000 per couple, or $500 per person, spending credit. In all, there are 17 Mediterranean and Northern Europe cruises eligible for the “All Inclusive � As You Wish” promotion.

Europe Celebration Fares

In addition to onboard credit, Crystal is offering up to $1,500 per person off most European cruises until March 31, 2009.

Travelers sailing on any 2009 Europe, Transatlantic or Crystal Symphony Asia cruise can enjoy 20 percent savings on almost every cruise in every category in 2010. The 2009 cruise must be booked by March 31, 2009, and the 2010 cruise must be booked by November 30, 2009.

Crystal Assurance Plan features Price Protection

If someone books a 2009 Crystal cruise and the fare for that stateroom category is later reduced, the guest will be protected at the reduced fare. Additionally, in 2009 Crystal reduced cruise fare deposits � as low as 5% – deadlines and cancellation periods.

Among the additional savings programs for 2009 are Low Business Class Air Upgrades with summer European cruises and the Crystal Family Memories Program, offering complimentary accommodations and other perks for family and friends group vacations.

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2-13-09
Book Oceanview Carnival Alaska Today and Get Balcony Upgrade
Buy an Ocean View, Get a FREE Upgrade to a Balcony. This offer ends today. Carnival Spirit has always had the best balcony offers in Alaska every year, but this year is unprecedented and I see no reason for any Carnival devotee to pass this offer up.

Book any ocean view stateroom for your 7 day, Alaskan “Fun Ship” vacation and receive a FREE upgrade to a balcony stateroom Get a great outside view by taking advantage of some of the lowest rates available on balcony staterooms ever. Must book February 11 – 13, 2009.

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