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Celebrity Cruises; Chloe Rice/Disney Cruise Line; Holland America Line; MSC Cruises; Fotan/Alamy Stock Photo
CRUISE NEWS BRIEFS
THE SHOW MUST GO ON
In addition to fun itineraries, MSC Cruises has always been known for
top-notch onboard entertainment. And now, the performance offerings
on the MSC Seaside are set to exceed even those standards. The ship’s
934-seat Metropolitan Theatre is home to seven new and original
Broadway-style spectacles, including My Life in Music, based on popular
movie soundtracks, and TheWizard, focused on jaw-dropping illusions.
There’s also a new improvised comedy show staged by the BeerProv
troupe that promises to have audiences rolling in the aisles. And that’s
not all —with Lego rooms for young cruisers, an F1 racing simulator,
and more, it’s time to get the show on the road!
EVOLUTIONARY DESIGN
Celebrity Cruises’ new 100-passenger Celebrity Flora is arguably
the most unique cruise ship ever conceived. Yes, innovative design
concepts (more outward-facing spaces, modern cocoon loungers)
were incorporated to ensure guest comfort, but what truly makes
Flora so distinct is that it was purpose-built for one of the world’s most
singular destinations: the Galápagos Islands. Indeed, every detail of
the ship — from the anchorless sea-positioning system to the
Observatory’s floor-to-ceiling windows to the multiple Zodiac boat
tenders — allows passengers to more fully experience this unspoiled
environmental wonderland, without interfering with the daily habits of
the archipelago’s natural residents.
LIGHT SABERS OR SPIDEY SENSES?
Whether your family leans to a galaxy far, far away
or prefers our current universe (albeit one patrolled
by a band of rambunctious superheroes), Disney
has an immersive cruise experience for you in early
2019. Star Wars Day at Sea is back for nine Disney
Fantasy trips departing from Port Canaveral, Florida,
between January and March. During the same time
period, the Disney Magic will host Marvel Day at Sea
on 10 itineraries sailing from Miami, Florida. Daylong
festivities include character interactions (with both
heroes and villains), themed activities, special food
and beverage options, and more.
Western Caribbean Cruise Aboard the Carnival Dream
Price is per person, double occupancy. Price is subject to availability and to change without notice.
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of $77 per person are additional. Airfare, cruise line surcharges, and
insurance are additional.
or call 800-622-1540 or
305-668-3496. Interval Gold and Interval Platinum members: You can trade
your week or points for this or any other cruise through Interval Options.
Call 888-335-9366 to make a cruise exchange.
5-Night Sailing:
$559 Embarks May 27, 2019
CRUISES
The secret is out regarding quick cruises: They make for
delightful long weekends or serve as hassle-free extensions
to land-based vacations. Which is why Carnival’s short
cruise program — mostly four- and five-night voyages —
has become more popular. So, beginning in May 2019,
Carnival will reposition two grand vessels — Carnival
Dream and Carnival Valor — to sail from Galveston and
New Orleans respectively, to fun Mexico destinations
year-round. The bottom line is a greater selection of quick
cruises. Not to mention incredibly affordable. Many of
the short program itineraries are similar in price to a few
nights at a nice hotel — except food and certain activities
also are included!
QUICK — CONVENIENT — ESCAPE
Round-trip from Galveston, Texas, to Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico
BIG ACCOMMODATIONS, BIGGER VIEWS
Alaskan cruises — through the Inside Passage, among wilderness reserves,
and alongside dramatic glaciers—might be the most visually striking itineraries
in the industry. Yet, the coastal scenery really is just the tip of the iceberg, so to
speak. Alaska is as stunning inland as it is along the shore. Holland America
Line’s Land+Sea Journeys provide wonderful opportunities to experience both
regions, and starting in 2019, the company will add 99 rooms — including 55
spacious junior suites — to its Denali accommodations. The junior suites will all
have a balcony so guests can soak up the mesmerizing views for the duration
of their excursion.