http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html The Luxury Cruise News Blog keeps you up-to-date with all the latest luxury cruise news as well as updates to the fieldings-luxury-cruises.com Web site. en-us luxury cruises Thu, 07 Aug 2008 03:05:40 GMT Thu, 07 Aug 2008 03:05:40 GMT fieldings-luxury-cruises.com http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#SILVERSEA-ANNOUNCES-RECORD-GROWTH-OF-NEW-CUSTOMERS---Aggressive-Sales-and-Cooperative-Marketing-Efforts-Driving-New-to-Silversea-Business Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is seeing record growth in the percentage of its guests who have never previously sailed with the line. Thu, 07 Aug 2008 02:45:40 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#SILVERSEAS-PRINCE-ALBERT-II-SET-TO-EXPLORE-FRENCH-POLYNESIA-FROM-MARCH-TO-OCTOBER-2009 Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises revealed details of its 2009 schedule of expeditions for the Prince Albert II, calling for the ship's deployment in Papeete from mid-March to late October 2009. Thu, 07 Aug 2008 02:45:40 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#New-Crystal-Cheese-Sommeliers-Sate-Guests-Discerning-Palates---Experts-guide-guests-through-the-finer-nuances-of-cheeses-and-pairings Crystal Cruises is the first line to feature professionally trained and certified cheese sommeliers who, rather than simply suggesting cheese selections, ascertain the finer nuances of guests' palates. Thu, 07 Aug 2008 02:45:40 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#SILVERSEAS-2009-VOYAGE-ATLAS Silversea Cruises has published its new full-color, 120-page Voyage Atlas for 2009, a visually captivating brochure with a focus on luxury and exotic destinations for its four all-suite ships, Silver Cloud, Silver Wind, Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper, and the company's new expedition ship, Prince Albert II. Thu, 07 Aug 2008 02:45:40 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Regent-Seven-Seas-Confirms-New-Ship,-Refurbishes-Vessels Regent Seven Seas Cruises confirmed that a new ship is under development. During an America's Vacation Center webinar yesterday, Regent Seven Seas President Mark Conroy said the line plans to get delivery the yet-unnamed ship in 2012. Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:27:44 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Crystals-2009-World-Cruise-Segments---Extra-Perks-and-Extra-Savings Crystal Cruises is offering a host of new savings incentives and added value to guests booking the first two back-to-back segments of its 14th annual 2009 World Cruise. The 26-day voyage from Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand now offers free air transportation back to the U.S., a combination-fare discount, a full payment discount, and no fuel surcharge Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:26:10 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#$1300-per-Person-for-Crystals-Ultimate-Wine-Experience A $5,000-per-bottle 1989 Petrus and an increasingly rare 2000 Chateau Hosanna top the list of nearly-impossible-to-get wines procured for Crystal Cruises' ultimate wine experience on Crystal Serenity's August 24 Mediterranean cruise. Thu, 24 Jul 2008 05:49:37 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Seabourn-Names-Passengers-as-Godparents-of-Odyssey The Yachts of Seabourn, which will launch Seabourn Odyssey in June 2009, will honor its 450 inaugural passengers as godparents of the new vessel. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:04:02 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#THE-WORLD-LAUNCHES-A-NEW-WEB-SITE The World, the only private residential community at sea, has recently completed an extensive redesign of its Web site, www.aboardtheworld.com. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:04:02 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Regent-Seven-Seas-Cruises-Offers-Grand-Explorations:-Exotic-Winter-Voyages-in-2009 Regent Seven Seas Cruises will offer a series of Grand Explorations aboard the world's only all-suite, all-balcony ships Seven Seas Voyager and Seven Seas Mariner as they sail around the globe on exciting voyages of exploration and discovery this winter. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:04:02 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Regent-Seven-Seas-Cruises-Introduces-Enhanced-Past-Guest-Amenities Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering new enhanced insurance coverage - along with several other benefits - to members of its Seven Seas Society guest loyalty program. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:04:02 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Acupuncture-Added-to-Crystals-Wellness-Options---Ancient-Chinese-Art-Provides-Holistic-Approach-to-Curing-Wide-Range-of-Maladies Enriching its portfolio of wellness opportunities, Crystal Cruises is introducing onboard acupuncture, along with a menu of Chinese herbs revered for restoring and enhancing health, beauty and longevity. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:04:02 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Travel-the-world-in-luxury-aboard-Hapag-Lloyd-Cruises-expedition-ships:-MS-HANSEATIC-and-MS-BREMEN-offer-15-adventures-in-2009-and-early-2010 Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' small and beautifully appointed expedition ships, the MS HANSEATIC and the MS BREMEN will be offering 15 bilingual (English/German) itineraries in 2009 and early 2010. A dozen of them are published in the brand new brochure "MS HANSEATIC / MS BREMEN - Exeptional Expedition Cruises". Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:51:40 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Shoreside-Spectaculars-Set-For-Seabourn-Odysseys-Inaugural-World-Cruise The Yachts of Seabourn has announced an exciting selection of special shoreside experiences planned to entertain and enlighten the privileged guests aboard Seabourn Odyssey's inaugural world cruise. The ultra luxury, 450-guest Seabourn Odyssey will launch in June 2009, with its maiden world cruise visiting 42 ports between Ft. Lauderdale and Athens in a voyage of 108 days from January 5 to April 24, 2010. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:51:40 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Hapag-Lloyd-Cruises-Continues-to-Bring-Luxury-Cruising-to-The-English-Speaking-Markets-in-2009 Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is happy to announce the arrival of their 2009 EUROPA bilingual brochure.The EUROPA also known for its unique itineraries and worldwide destinations will be offering 7 exciting bilingual cruises in 2009 which feature an array of theme cruises including golf, music and gourmet. The ship visits over 35 countries around the world. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:51:40 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Crystal-Cruises-Voted-Worlds-Best-Of-Any-Cruise-Ships,-Large-And-Small,-By-Travel-+-Leisure-Readers With its highest score in five years, Crystal Cruises has been voted the "World's Best Large-Ship Cruise Line" by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine for a 13th consecutive year. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:51:40 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Seabourn-Celebrates-Double-Keel-Laying-Ceremony Twin blue-white flames in the noonday sun signaled the simultaneous welding of coins yesterday onto two steel keel blocks that will become the sleek hulls of two new, ultra luxury cruising yachts in 2010 and 2011. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 03:40:21 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Experiences-Of-Discovery-To-Enrich-Crystals-2009-Cruises---New-banner-exemplifies-the-uniqueness-of-17-themes For 2009, Crystal Cruises is unveiling "Experiences of Discovery," an inspired collection of theme cruises designed to enrich more than two dozen Crystal cruises with a special-interest focus. Stylish and sophisticated, the newest of the theme topics are pegged to global events (think Wimbledon and Venice Film Festival) and the arts (like Emerging Artists and Fashion & Style). Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:38:08 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Crystal-Cruises-Publishes-2009-Worldwide-Cruise-Atlas Crystal Cruises' 2009 Worldwide Cruise Atlas is now available to travel agents and luxury vacationers. The luxury line's 174-page, full year compendium - its largest and most comprehensive brochure to date - showcases the luxury line's 61 itineraries, ranging in length from seven to 106 days and visiting 185 ports throughout the world. Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:38:08 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Seabourn-Names-Capt.-Karlo-Buer-to-Command-New-Odyssey The Yachts of Seabourn appointed Capt. Karlo Buer as master of Seabourn Odyssey, the fleet's newest ultra-luxury yacht, set to debut in June 2009. Buer will be assigned to duty at the Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy, in early 2009, where he will supervise his senior officers as they familiarize themselves with the vessel during its completion. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 22:55:42 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Crystal-2009-Value-Collection---Broad-Savings,-Broad-Range-Of-Cruises Crystal Cruises, winner of the industry's most distinguished awards, has announced its 2009 Value Collection sailings, allowing savvy luxury travelers the opportunity to plan ahead and realize extraordinary savings of up to 50 off regular cruise fares aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:54:30 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#LUXURY-CRUISE:-ON-BOARD-SEABOURN-LEGEND Jane Archer tells of her cruise holiday on the luxurious Seabourn Legend. Among fine dining in the Veranda Cafe, and a relaxing massage in the ship's spa, she finds the cruise ship still lacking compared to other luxurious lines. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:54:30 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Seabourn-Odyssey-on-John-Healds-Blog---Seabourn-Odyssey-and-the-Lifestyles-of-the-Rich-and-Bill The mock ups were for Mr. Arison and the Pam Conover, the president of Seabourn, and others to see where these cabins and suggest any changes before they are built onboard. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:54:30 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Silversea-Cruises-to-Feature-Resident-Artist-on-Prince-Albert-II Silversea Expeditions kicked off its new Resident Artist and Photographer Program aboard Prince Albert II's June 12 inaugural sailing from London to Tromso, featuring Sharon K. Schafer as its first artist-in-residence. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:54:30 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Seabourn-Odysseys-hull-arrives-in-Genoa The hull of Seabourn's new luxury Seabourn Odyssey arrived in Genoa at the end of May on a barge from the new Italian shipyard of San Giorgio di Nogaro on the Adriatic coast. The hull will now be outfitted and completed by T. Mariotti Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:37:50 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#TOMMY-DORSEY-ORCHESTRA-TO-SWING-ACROSS-THE-ATLANTIC-ON-CRYSTALS-2008-BIG-BAND-CRUISE Crystal Cruises has announced an extensive schedule of performances, dancing and onboard enrichment for its 2008 Big Band cruise, headlined by the legendary Tommy Dorsey Orchestra. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:37:50 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#More-Penthouses-planned-for-Crystal-Serenity Due to high demand, Crystal Cruises is increasing the number of luxurious Penthouse accommodations on its Crystal Serenity. During a two-week dry dock beginning November 12, the luxury line is converting 12 category AA Deluxe Staterooms with Verandahs on Deck 10 into eight Penthouses. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:37:50 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#SILVERSEA-CRUISES-NEW-EXPEDITION-SHIP,-PRINCE-ALBERT-II,-SAILS-UNDER-TOWER-BRIDGE-TO-START-INAUGURAL-VOYAGE-FROM-LONDON A new era in expedition cruising began this morning when Silversea Cruises' eagerly anticipated Prince Albert II sailed under the landmark Tower Bridge to welcome her first guests aboard. Fri, 13 Jun 2008 09:16:43 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Regent-Seven-Seas-Partners-with-Private-Jet-Service Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering new private-jet and luggage transportation services to help guests avoid the "restrictive schedules, tangled routings and baggage delays associated with travel aboard the largest international airlines. Mon, 09 Jun 2008 11:01:17 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#SILVERSEAS-NEW-EXPEDITION-SHIP-IS-DEDICATED-BY-HSH-PRINCE-ALBERT-II-IN-MONACO In the heart of Monte Carlo's harbor this morning, the expedition ship Prince Albert II officially joined the Silversea fleet during a naming ceremony in the presence of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco. Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:50:50 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#CRYSTAL-CRUISES-ANNOUNCES-BUSINESS-CLASS-AIR-PROMOTION-FOR-SUMMER-2009-EUROPEAN-CRUISES Amidst the news of recent airline service cuts and fare increases, Crystal Cruises is adding comfort and value to its 2009 air program. The luxury line is offering low Business Class air supplements from selected U.S. gateways for all summer Baltic, British Isles and Mediterranean cruises. Tue, 03 Jun 2008 21:42:37 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Seabourn-Pinnacle-Club-and-the-Launch-of-a-New-Seabourn-Cruise-Guide-Website Vacation Discounters, Inc. announced today that it has earned membership in the prestigious Seabourn Pinnacle Club, an exclusive organization of agencies catering to an affluent clientele with a taste for the best the world has to offer. Thu, 29 May 2008 23:21:19 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Regent-Seven-Seas-Cruises-Orders-Ultra-Luxury-Cruise-Ship The US-owned cruise operator, Regent Seven Seas, is taken bids on a brand new ultra-luxury cruises ship. The vessel will have a projected capacity of 800 guest Thu, 29 May 2008 23:21:19 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#CRYSTAL-2009-FUEL-SURCHARGE-ANNOUNCEMENT Due to escalating fuel costs, Crystal Cruises is implementing a fuel surcharge of $7.00 per guest per day for all 2009 bookings made after June 15, 2008. Sun, 25 May 2008 19:44:53 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Regent-Seven-Seas-Cruises-to-order-new-ship Regent Seven Seas Cruises is close to finalising an order for a new ship.President Mark Conroy said three shipyards are bidding for the business and a decision is expected by September with delivery slated for 2011 or 2012. Sun, 25 May 2008 01:06:49 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#NEW-SEABOURN-CATALOGUE-FEATURES-2009-10-YACHTING-COLLECTION The Yachts of Seabourn has published a 140-page catalogue of luxury voyages aboard its yachts throughout 2009 and the first quarter of 2010. Sun, 11 May 2008 22:02:32 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Silversea-Renews-Agreement-with-Relais-&-Chateaux Silversea Cruises has renewed its culinary and marketing partnership with Relais & Chteaux, the international association of boutique hotels and fine dining restaurants, through 2009. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:26:14 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/our-luxurious-dubai-banquet.html Hi, I'm Janet Go. Perry McGinnis and I sailed on the Wonders of the World Cruise on the Queen Elizabeth 2 in 2006. As part of the trip Cunard Line Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:07:06 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/crystalnews.html "A testament to remarkable service, this fourth win for the luxury cruise ship Crystal Serenity has cemented their rightful position as the Worlds best large luxury cruise ship sailing the seven seas." Fri, 18 Apr 2008 04:51:10 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/europanews.html PRESS RELEASE - MS EUROPA wins Fielding's 'Six Star Ship of the Year'� award Thu, 17 Apr 2008 02:38:23 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/aboutus.html The 'About Us' page for Fielding's Guide to Luxury Cruises. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:01:42 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Conover-says-Seabourn-remains-committed-to-small-ship-experience Yachts of Seabourn have three 32,000 gross ton newbuildings on order that are three times the size of the existing ship of the company and with 450 beds, carry twice as many passengers. Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:19:08 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Crystal-Cruises-Passengers-Have-the-Fastest-Internet-at-Sea Unique application acceleration solution helps differentiate the leading luxury cruise line and delivers a superior online experience for its guests; F5 solution requires no changes for guests' personal laptops Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:10:29 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/europa.html The winner of the 2006 & 2007 Fielding's Guide SIX Star Ship of the Year Award. Includes photo and interview pages. Wed, 09 Apr 2008 02:21:47 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/comparison.html Your first stop. An 'AT A GLANCE' table comparing the main features of World's Best Luxury Cruise Ships. Wed, 09 Apr 2008 02:17:49 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/symphony-photogallery.html The Crystal Symphony Photo Gallery page of Fielding's Guide to Luxury Cruises Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:08:15 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Crystal-bullish-about-new-ship Sophie Higgins, UK sales and marketing director, said Crystal was already looking at designs for a new-build and was hopeful of an announcement this year Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:10:26 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#Silversea-Names-New-All-Suite-Ship-Silver-Spirit Silversea Cruises said its newest all-suite ship will be named Silver Spirit. The company made the announcement at the Seatrade Cruise Shipping Convention in Miami Beach, Florida. Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:10:26 GMT http://www.fieldings-luxury-cruises.com/luxury-cruises-blog.html#MAJOR-REFURBISHMENTS-PLANNED-FOR-SILVERSEAS-SILVER-CLOUD-AND-SILVER-WIND Silversea Cruises will upgrade the Silver Cloud and Silver Wind in an effort to reflect the new features to be found on its new Silver Spirit due out December 2009. Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:10:26 GMT