Carnival to Resume Sailing From Baltimore Starting in March 2015.

Carnival Pride to Return to Year Round Baltimore Cruises Starting March 2015.

Carnival Cruise Lines and the Port of Baltimore announced that the cruise line will resume year-round departures from Baltimore when the 2,124-passenger Carnival Pride begins seven-day cruises in spring 2015.

Carnival Pride is currently based in Baltimore where it will remain through October 2014 then reposition to Tampa for a winter cruise schedule before returning to Baltimore for year-round service in March 2015, hosting nearly 120,000 guests annually.

In anticipation of Carnival Pride’s return to Baltimore, the ship will undergo an extensive multi-million-dollar makeover in fall 2014 that will add a host of dining, bar and entertainment innovations that are part of the line’s $500 million Fun Ship 2.0 product enhancement program.

In addition to the new on-board features, Carnival Pride is one of several Carnival Cruise Lines ships that will be outfitted with exhaust gas cleaning technology – known as scrubbers –designed to reduce air emissions from cruise ships and large marine vessels. Scrubber technology will be installed on Carnival Pride prior to its Baltimore deployment in spring 2015.  This new technology will enable the Carnival Pride to exceed the stricter air emission standards established for operation within the North American Emission Control Area (ECA).

“Baltimore is a convenient mid-Atlantic embarkation point for ‘Fun Ship’ cruising and we’re pleased to resume these attractive year-round departures which offer our guests an opportunity to visit a variety of beautiful, tropical destinations,” said Gerry Cahill, Carnival’s president and CEO. “We would like to extend our thanks to officials from the port and the state of Maryland for their outstanding support in our efforts to resume year-round cruising from Baltimore,” he added.

“We are pleased to welcome Carnival Cruise Lines back to Maryland and the Carnival Pride cruise ship back to the Port of Baltimore,” said Governor Martin O’Malley. “Our Administration has a proven track record of advocating for a strong, healthy environment and fighting for high-quality jobs for Maryland families. I’m pleased Carnival and the Environmental Protection Agency and Coast Guard have agreed on a plan that will keep family-supporting jobs in Maryland and allow a cleaner and even greener Carnival Pride to return to this thriving cruise market.”

Year-Round Seven-day Cruises From Baltimore

On its year-round deployment from Baltimore, Carnival Pride will offer two distinctly different itineraries with voyages departing every Sunday beginning March 29, 2015.  Week-long exotic eastern Caribbean cruises will visit Grand Turk, the private Bahamian island of Half Moon Cay and Freeport, The Bahamas, while a Florida/Bahamas schedule will feature Port Canaveral, Fla. (Orlando), and Nassau and Freeport, The Bahamas.

During these cruises, guests can relax on beautiful white-sand beaches, participate in fun watersports activities and visit popular landmarks and attractions throughout the Caribbean, Bahamas and Central Florida.

Exciting Fun Ship 2.0 Innovations

Carnival Pride will undergo a three-week dry dock from October 19 to November 9, 2014, during which it will be outfitted with a variety of Fun Ship 2.0 innovations, including:

• Guy’s Burger Joint, a free-of-charge poolside venue developed in partnership with Food Network personality Guy Fieri serving hand-crafted burgers and fresh-cut fries in an atmosphere that celebrates the chef’s California roots and love of car culture

• BlueIguana Cantina, a complimentary poolside Mexican eatery where guests can enjoy authentic, freshly made burritos and tacos on homemade tortillas that can be personalized with a variety of salsas and toppings 
• Bonsai Sushi, a full-service sushi restaurant offering delicious Asian-inspired delicacies – sushi, sashimi, rolls and more – all enjoyed amidst a contemporary Far East décor
• WaterWorks, highlighted by Green Thunder, the steepest and fastest water slide at sea, as well as the line’s signature Twister slide full of exhilarating twists and turns and a spray park
• Hasbro, The Game Show, where guests are part of the show through a series of larger-than-life productions and entertainment activities based on the company’s iconic and popular games
• Playlist Productions, builds upon Carnival’s reputation for high quality entertainment, combining captivating live performances and high-tech special effects, all set to popular and recognizable songs
• EA SPORTS Bar, a sports and video game lovers’ paradise where guests can catch live sporting events, check out scores on the real-time 24/7 sports ticker, and play the latest EA SPORTS games on a 16-screen video wall
•  BlueIguana Tequila Bar, a fun and festive outdoor watering hole offering a laid-back Mexican-themed atmosphere and tequila-based frozen drinks and beers, perfect for chillin’ by the pool
• Alchemy Bar, a vintage-themed cocktail “pharmacy” that’s the go-to spot for guests seeking a unique experience with mixologists who “prescribe” concoctions from different elixirs and ingredients or guests’ own custom-created cocktails
• RedFrog Pub where guests can enjoy the Caribbean’s best rums and beers – along with Carnival’s own ThirstyFrog Red private label draft brew – and island-inspired pub fare while soaking up the distinct British-West-Indies-meets-Key-West ambiance
• RedFrog Rum Bar, a poolside adaptation of the RedFrog Pub offering the quintessential Caribbean vacation vibe with refreshing Caribbean rum-based frozen drinks and beers, including Carnival’s own ThirstyFrog Red
• The Library Bar, a warm and cozy venue offering self-serve wine dispensers and full bar service for those seeking a more intimate spot for before- or after-dinner drinks
• Cherry On Top, which celebrates the joys of simple indulgences with bins of bulk candy, fun fanciful gifts and novelties, custom apparel and more

Special 14-Day Repositioning Cruise from Tampa to Baltimore

Prior to its Baltimore deployment, Carnival Pride will operate a 14-day repositioning cruise departing Tampa March 15 and arriving Baltimore March 29, 2015.

The special one-time voyage will feature six magnificent seaside destinations throughout the Caribbean and Central America, including George Town, Grand Cayman; Limon, Costa Rica; Colon, Panama; Aruba; Curacao; and St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles.  Each of these destinations offers gorgeous beaches, interesting historical sites and myriad dining, shopping and sightseeing opportunities.  Optional excursions to the spectacular Panama Canal will be featured during the call in Colon. 

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Pearl Seas Cruises' Pearl Mist Slated to Begin Cruising in June 2014

Pearl Mist - Courtesy of Pearl Seas Cruises

Pearl Seas Cruises, and international off-shoot of American Cruise Lines will beginning operations on June 28th 2014 from Baltimore. The small ship, which only accommodates 210 passengers will begin a series of cruises throughout the Northeast US before heading up the Saint Lawrence Seaway for a summer season int he Great Lakes. After the season in the lakes, the ship will head back out to the Northeast US and Canada before eventually spending the winter in the Caribbean and Central America.

The Pearl Mist was constructed during 2009. Pearl Seas Cruises and the original builders in Halifax, Nova Scotia entered into a multiple year legal battle when Pearl Seas Cruises refused to take ownership stating the ship was not delivered according to specifications. Just this year (2013) that battle has been settled and the Pearl Mist's ownership was transferred from the shipyard to Pearl Seas Cruises. Pearl Seas Cruises is currently correcting the items that were not to specifications in a second shipyard (which is owned by their parent company). The work is being completed just outside of Baltimore and the ship will be ready to sail beginning in June 2014.

Pearl Seas Cruises is an international, small ship cruise line off-shoot of American Cruise Line. The Pearl Mist is registered in the Marshall Islands.

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Casinos are Open On Bermuda Cruise Ships After 9 PM.

Celebrity Ship Entering St. George Bermuda

Cruise ships visiting Bermuda are now allowed to keep their casinos open when in port since the passing of the Cruise Ship (Casino) Act of 2013.

The concession — allowing on-board casinos to operate between 9pm and 5am — would ensure Bermuda remained competitive as a cruise destination.

The move would economically benefit both the cruise companies, which would increase their on-board revenue, and the Island, which would collect license fees.

Ships would have to be in port for one night or more to qualify for permission.

The use of the casino is to be limited to passengers on board the ship only. No local residents or visitors to the ship will be allowed to participate in casino activities.

Smaller ships, capable of berthing in Hamilton and St George’s, with a passenger capacity not exceeding 2,000, would not be charged a licence fee.  

The fee is being dropped to attract smaller, high-end ships and that the exemption could encourage more visits.

Source: //www.royalgazette.com/

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Bermuda See Tourism Drop

Picturesque Bermuda

Over the past year, Bermuda has seen a reduction in the number of cruise passengers arriving.

The reduction has was mainly due to:

• Holland America choosing to deploy the Veendam in Boston instead of New York choosing to go to New England Canada instead of Bermuda.

• Royal Caribbean has also reduced the number of Bermuda sailings both out of New York and Baltimore in favor of Florida and Bahamas cruises.

In addition to these planned changes,

• Bermuda lost 4 calls at the island by the Emerald Princess. The change was due to repairs to the Heritage Wharf which meant the the ship would need to tender in passengers instead of docking.

• Three sailings were cancelled due to the fire onboard the Grandeur of the Seas.

The losses were partially offset by the new and larger Norwegian Breakaway calling at the island and bringing more passengers than the previous Norwegian Gem and Norwegian Star.

The second quarter ended with 133,676 cruise passengers arriving. A 17% decrease over last year.

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Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas Returns to Service After Repair Completed

Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas

The Grandeur of the Seas is preparing to make her grand re-introduction after completing repairs.  The stern of the ship was extensively damaged on May 27 when a fire erupted on the rear mooring deck. As a precautionary measure passengers were asked to assemble on deck in the middle of the night. The fire was quickly under control and the ship was able to proceed under her own power to Freeport, in the Bahamas

Since then, the ship has been in the Grand Bahamas Shiyard undergoing repairs.

The fully restored Grandeur of the Seas arrived in Baltimore on Wednesday  (7/10) after undergoing 6 weeks of repairs. Upon arriving in Baltimore, she sailed on an overnight cruise for the media, and travel agents to showcase the ship.

The Grandeur will resume her regular cruise schedule from Baltimore starting today - July 12. Current schedules have the Grandeur of the Seas deparing Baltimore though April 2015.

As a side note: In preparation for  her series of sailings from Baltimore, the Grandeur underwent a major, $48 Million dollar refit in Cadiz, Spain in 2012

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Newly Refit Royal Caribbean Grandeur of the Seas Arrives in Baltimore.

Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas arrived at the Port of Baltimore, Maryland on 5/3/2013 to replace Enchantment of the Seas.  Grandeur will offer six- to 10-night cruises year-round and will offer passenger cruises to Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Eastern and Western Caribbean, as well as Canada and New England.

This is the second time Grandeur of the Seas has been based out of Baltimore.  She previously was deployed to the port from 2004 through 2009.

To celebrate Grandeur of the Seas' return to Baltimore, Governor Martin O'Malley declared May 3, 2013 as "Royal Caribbean Cruise Day" in Maryland.
Grandeur of the Seas is fresh from a $48 million bow-to-stern revitalization, which incorporated six new specialty dining options, technological upgrades and new entertainment features, as well as a refresh of all furniture, carpet, upholstery and staterooms. Families with toddlers can take advantage of the newly installed Royal Babies and Tots Nursery, which caters to the cruise line’s youngest guests, ages six months to 36 months. Guests can also enjoy a 220-square foot poolside movie screen and take in a new high-flying experience whereby aerialists glide through the ship’s six-story atrium.

 “Royal Caribbean International thanks Governor Martin O’Malley and the Maryland Port Administration for their ongoing support of the cruise vacation industry in the great state of Maryland,” said Adam Goldstein, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “Maryland’s rich history and diverse cultural attractions make it an unmatched destination to pair with a Royal Caribbean cruise vacation. We are delighted to mark the beginning of Grandeur of the Seas’ year-round service from Baltimore on ‘Royal Caribbean Cruise Day’ in Maryland.”

Royal Caribbean is offering a variety of  itineraries to Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Eastern and Western Caribbean. In the summer, the itineraries alternate between seven-night Bermuda sailings, featuring a two-night call at Kings Wharf, and seven-night sailings to the Bahamas, calling at Port Canaveral, Florida; Nassau, Bahamas; and CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s private island paradise in the Bahamas. In the fall, Grandeur of the Seas will alternate between six-night Bermuda and eight-night Canada and New England sailings. The winter season will consist of rotating 10-night sailings to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, as well as eight-night sailings to the Bahamas.

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Royal Caribbean Announces 2014 Summer Cruise Schedule From New York and Baltimore.

Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas (Pictured) to Sail from New York / Cape Liberty to Bermuda, Bahamas and the Caribbean. Grandeur of the Seas to operate similar itineraries from Baltimore through August 2014.

Royal Caribbean International today announced new summer 2014 cruise vacations, sailing from the New York metropolitan area and Baltimore. Known for the most exciting itineraries to compelling destinations and friendly and engaging Gold Anchor Service, the cruise line will offer unforgettable vacations geared to families on five- to nine-night itineraries to Bermuda, The Bahamas and the Caribbean, aboard five of the industry’s most innovative ships,

            “Summertime is the best season for the entire family to share in a vacation that combines the award-winning entertainment and innovative amenities that can only be found on Royal Caribbean,” said Lisa Bauer, executive vice president of Sales and Marketing for Royal Caribbean International. “These new summer 2014 cruises continue our year-round commitment to Northeast and mid-Atlantic vacationers, as well as to vacationers from the U.S., Canada and around the world. Guests will enjoy an incomparable experience aboard these industry-acclaimed ships that are designed for WOW.”


              In the Northeast U.S., vacationers can choose seven-night Bermuda or Bahamas itineraries aboard the newly revitalized Grandeur of the Seas, departing every Friday from Baltimore. For those who don’t want to wait and wish to experience Grandeur of the Seas during its inaugural year serving Baltimore, Royal Caribbean is offering up to $200 onboard credit for all May through December 2013 sailings. The onboard credit offer applies to all new individual bookings made between February 1 through 28, 2013. Guests can enjoy $50 onboard credit per Oceanview or Inside stateroom (Option Code: SLY1); $100 per Stateroom with Balcony (Option Code: SLY2); and $200 per Suite-category stateroom (Option Code: SLY3.) Offers are not combinable with any other promotion and additional restrictions may apply.

            Explorer of the Seas also will offer convenient cruise getaways for New York metropolitan area vacationers. The ship will alternate five-night Bermuda itineraries and nine-night Bermuda and Caribbean itineraries on Saturdays and Thursday, respectively, departing from Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, N.J.

 Guests aboard Grandeur of the Seas enjoy more of Royal Caribbean’s acclaimed entertainment, dining and onboard amenities that debuted aboard the Oasis-class ships. The ship’s recent bow-to-stern revitalization includes the Royal Babies and Tots Nursery, technological upgrades, an outdoor movie screen overlooking the pool deck, refreshed furniture, carpet, upholstery and staterooms, as well as new spectacular aerial entertainment in its six-deck Centrum. The cruise line’s suite guests and valued Crown & Anchor Society members also can enjoy Grandeur of the Seas’ new Concierge Lounge and Diamond Lounge. Furthermore, guests can savor new onboard dining choices, including Giovanni’s Table family-style Italian restaurant, Izumi Asian Cuisine, Park Café, Chops Grille steakhouse, an exclusive and intimate Chef’s Table co-hosted by the Executive Chef and Sommelier for a five-course, wine-pairing experience, and a transformed Viking Crown Lounge that features a new menu of bite-size delectables, as well as a stunning new design.
            Royal Caribbean International is a global cruise brand with 22 innovative ships, calling on more than 270 destinations in 72 countries across six continents. The line also offers unique cruise tour land packages in Alaska, Canada, Dubai, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand. Royal Caribbean provides a world-class vacation experience with a wide range of signature onboard amenities, entertainment, and award-winning family programming.

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Carnival Expands Alcohol Package to Additional Ships and Private Island.

Carnival Cruise Lines has again expanded its "test" of the Cheers! all-you-can-drink alcohol packages, this time to the private island of Half Moon Cay as well.

The Cheers Package - allows up to 15 drink daily from a from a wide selection of wines, beers and spirits, as well as sodas and nonalcoholic frozen cocktails for $42.95 per person/per day, plus 15 percent gratuity. A package MUST be purchased for each (and all) adults sharing a cabin over the age of 21. As part of the package, bottled water is available at a 25 percent discount.

Ships included in the program include the: Carnival Glory (Sailing from Boston, New York and Norfolk),  Carnival Miracle (Sailing From New York), Carnival Pride (Sailing From Baltimore), and the Carnival Splendor (Sailing From New York) .

For additional details and restrictions, please check the Carnival Website.

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Royal Caribbean Offers Discounts on Select Cruises Through February 15, 2013

Make this year’s resolution to travel more and share in more unforgettable experiences with Royal Caribbean International. With all of 2013 ahead, there is no better time than right now to plan an unforgettable vacation aboard the cruise line known for the most innovative ships, sailing to exciting destinations around the world. Vacationers who act now can enjoy up to $400 onboard credit to spend on their Europe, Caribbean, Bermuda and trans-Atlantic cruise with Royal Caribbean International.

            “This is the best time for vacationers to get the best value and plan an unforgettable 2013 Royal Caribbean cruise,” said Vicki Freed, senior vice president of Sales, Trade Support and Services, Royal Caribbean International. “Our valued travel agent partners and we stand ready to help vacationers plan the perfect 2013 cruise, whether it’s for a family reunion, a couple’s getaway or the trip of a lifetime that can only be found on Royal Caribbean. Guests can take advantage of the onboard credit offer to celebrate in an onboard specialty restaurant; rejuvenate with a Vitality spa session; or share in an invigorating shore excursion to help make their Royal Caribbean vacation extra special.”

            The onboard credit offers apply to bookings made on Jan. 1 through Feb. 15, 2013 for sailings six nights or longer in 2013. Vacationers can enjoy onboard credit up to $200 per stateroom when they book a 2013 Bahamas, Bermuda, Caribbean or trans-Atlantic cruise and request one of the following option codes: SKY1 to receive $50 onboard credit per Oceanview Stateroom; SKY2 to receive $100 onboard credit per Stateroom with Balcony; SKY3 to receive $200 onboard credit per Suite-category Stateroom.

            Additionally, vacationers can take advantage of up to $400 per stateroom when they book a 2013 Europe cruise and request one of the following option codes: SKY4 to receive $100 onboard credit per Oceanview Stateroom; SKY5 to receive $200 onboard credit per Stateroom with Balcony; SKY6 to receive $400 onboard credit per Suite-category Stateroom. Offers are not combinable with any other promotion and additional restrictions may apply.

            Royal Caribbean International is a global cruise brand with 22 innovative ships, calling on more than 270 destinations in 72 countries across six continents. The line also offers unique cruise tour land packages in Alaska, Canada, Dubai, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand.

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Bermuda Contemplates Pier at St. Georges

Celebrity Cruises Horizon Entering St. Georges Bermuda

Reports are surfacing in Bermuda that government officials are contemplating constructing a pier in St Georges Bermuda. The pier will be long enough to handle the large new generation of cruise ships. Currently Bermuda only has 2 piers at the Dockyard capable of large ships.The Dockyard is a short ferry ride from the country's capital of Hamilton Bermuda - where the ships docked previously.

St. Georges, Bermuda is capable of handling 2-Mid-sized ships simultaneously but the entry to the port is too narrow for the larger, wider ships to pass through. Currently St. Georges has less than 5 ship calls per year and most shops have closed since few passengers travel from the Dockyard to the other end of the island. Under consideration for the new pier is the deep water  location near Murray’s Anchorage area.

The new port facilities at St. Georges is supposed to be decided upon in early in 2013. The Bermuda Government is partnering with a unspecified cruise line, to develop the port.

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Bahamian Government Permits Royal Caribbean to Perform Wedding at Sea

Bahamian Government Permits Royal Caribbean to Perform Wedding at Sea

Engaged couples can now experience the romance of being joined at sea by the Captain aboard a Royal Caribbean International ship through the Royal Romance weddings and vow renewal program. The Commonwealth of the Bahamas has cleared the cruise line to conduct legal weddings aboard the world’s most innovative cruise ships while they are at sea. A Royal Caribbean ship is an ideal option for a ‘multi-destination’ wedding, able to cater to large parties, attended by family members and friends, to smaller – but still unforgettable – affairs. Couples wishing to share this special moment with friends and family can enjoy the Sweethearts at Sea promotional offer, inclusive of a ceremony performed by the Captain, photography and more, when booking 12 or more staterooms on a 2013 Royal Caribbean International sailing during the special introductory offer.

“Thanks to the support of the Bahamas, our guests can now be married during the course of their Royal Caribbean cruise and bask in the romance of the sea as they exchange their vows,” said Adam Goldstein, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International.  “Royal Caribbean's staff and crew will cater the affair with our world-renowned friendly and engaging Gold Anchor Service to help make the day extra special for the couple and their guests.”

“The Bahamas is happy to participate in this venture with Royal Caribbean International,” said Senator Allyson Maynard-Gibson, Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs, the Bahamas.  “This premier cruise line has been bringing visitors to our beautiful country for many years, and we know that the Royal Romance weddings and vow renewal program will encourage even more visitors to our beautiful shores.”

The Royal Romance team of wedding specialists are poised to assist couples during this momentous occasion in their lives and are eager to help create a beautifully personalized event that reflects the bride and groom’s desires. From day one, the Royal Romance team assists in wedding planning services, including any legal requirements pre-departure, and once onboard, the Royal Romance Coordinator ensures every last detail is taken care of for the special moment.
Brides and grooms looking to marry onboard a Royal Caribbean ship will be married in a manner that is legally recognized by the Bahamas through the newly passed Marriage Act.  The act allows for marriages while in international waters, which is defined as outside the 12-mile limit of the territorial waters of any nation. The actual location of the ship when the marriage takes place is then recorded in the Marriage Record book of the Bahamas.

Couples have several customizable Royal Romance Package options that celebrate their big day and include all the essentials for creating the perfect wedding. For example, the Royal Romance at Sea package includes: the ceremony performed by the ship’s captain, a groom’s boutonniere, a rose bouquet for the bride, freshly-made cake, recorded music and a live soloist during ceremony, wine at the ceremony, dinner for the bride and groom at an onboard specialty restaurant, photography services, plus champagne and strawberries in the couple’s stateroom.

The Sweethearts at Seas promotion offers couples a complimentary Romance at Sea package when they share their happy memories with family and friends and their wedding party books 12 or more staterooms on a 2013 cruise of five nights or longer.  Those couples booking 25 or more staterooms can enjoy the above, plus a complimentary stateroom upgrade, bar service and an hors d’oeuvres reception.

Royal Romance also offers vow renewal packages, symbolic services and customized proposal packages. Complementing Royal Romance’s packages is Royal Caribbean’s Honeymoon Registry which continues the romance with friends and family contributing to a couple’s ideal Royal Caribbean honeymoon cruise.  Instead of the standard pots and pans, the couple’s family and friends can contribute to a dinner at a specialty restaurant, a couple’s massage, or an excursion.  Couples can add all of the onboard activities they’d like in the registry, where their family and friends can even contribute to the cruise fare and help make the dream of vacationing to far-off places a reality.
The Sweethearts at Seas is now available to be booked for cruises starting January 1, 2013. For more information about the Royal Romance Program contact your preferred travel agent, visit Royal Caribbean at www.RoyalCaribbean.com/weddings or call 888-WED-RCCL (888-933-7225).

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