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Registration open for Cruise Shipping Miami 2012

Online delegate, exhibitor and visitor registration is now open for the 28th annual Cruise Shipping Miami conference and exhibition, scheduled March 12-15 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Those desiring to attend can complete their registration at http://www.accureg.com/csm12/regprod.html ; the form also can be accessed at http://www.cruiseshippingmiami.com . Cruise Shipping Miami is the world's premier annual cruise industry event, drawing more than 11,000 attendees and more than 900 participating companies to the four-day conference and three-day trade show. In addition, numerous...

Carnival kicks off 2012 with new campaign

Carnival Cruise Lines has unveiled a new advertising campaign that takes a fun, light-hearted approach to promoting "the quality and value of 'Fun Ship' cruising versus traditional land-based vacations."The multi-channel campaign launched Dec. 26 and blends national and regional executions across TV, out-of-home (billboards) and online media. The central theme of the campaign reinforces the notion that everyone deserves a fun, memorable vacation at a great price - and Carnival "delivers on this promise with a unique onboard experience at an exceptional value."The Land vs. Sea campaign pits...

Inspiration launches year-round cruises from Long Beach

The 2,052-passenger Carnival Inspiration has launched year-round short cruises from Long Beach, Calif. Carnival is offering a new choice on this popular itinerary which encompasses three-day cruises departing Fridays to Ensenada and four-day cruises departing Mondays to Ensenada and Catalina Island. Previously, this itinerary was operated by the Carnival Paradise, which has been redeployed to Tampa. The 70,000-ton Inspiration underwent an extensive multi-million-dollar refurbishment as part of the line's "Evolutions of Fun"enhancement program and includes such innovations as a WaterWorks aqua...

Wind Surf debuts new-look accommodations

Windstar Cruises has announced the completion of the first phase of Wind Surf's refurbishment encompassing the yacht's staterooms, suites, bridge suites and corridors. Staterooms now feature leather headboards, stately armchairs, linen wall coverings, new lighting features, elegant window coverings, plush wool carpeting, artwork and stylish bed cushions. Suites were additionally outfitted with new furniture that converts easily to lounging, dining, or accommodating a third occupant. Corridors were completely renovated from floor to ceiling with new wall coverings, carpeting, ceiling finishes,...

Celebrity expands suite selections aboard Reflection

While celebrating the highly anticipated stateside debut of its stylish Celebrity Silhouette - the fourth and newest member of Celebrity Cruises' widely heralded Solstice Class fleet - Celebrity Cruises is also intensely focused on the fifth member of the class, Celebrity Reflection, which sets sail in the fall of 2012. And when it does, it will boast all the attributes of the cruise line's Solstice Class, as well as a host of new features, including a significantly expanded array of luxury suites. This includes the line's first AquaClass Suites, "Signature Suites"and the new "Reflection...

Silversea introduces exclusive ‘Grand Prix’ tour

Guests sailing on the nearly sold-out Silver Spirit voyage of May 24 are in for a special treat, with the cruise line offering an optional two-day "70th Grand Prix de Monaco"land package. Silver Spirit guests will have the opportunity to experience the thrill of a Formula One race at the Monaco Grand Prix during the ship's overnight visit on May 26. On the Saturday, guests can witness the time trials (practice runs for the drivers and their cars) from Tribune K reserved seats. From this section of the grandstand, guests will see cars racing towards them at tremendous speed, slow down, and...