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Norwegian launches the Ultimate Freesome sale

Details: Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä; Category: Latest offers Latest offers; Published: 25 February 2014 25 February 2014

Norwegian Cruise Line is launching its biggest sale of the year, the “Ultimate Freesome,” giving guests the ultimate opportunity to save more than $1,000 when they book a new cruise reservation on Norwegian Getaway or Norwegian Breakaway from February 27 through March 10, 2014. Guests who book a balcony or a mini-suite stateroom will receive a free Ultimate Dining Package; and guests who book a suite will receive a free Ultimate Dining Package, plus a free Ultimate Beverage Package. In addition, all new reservations will enjoy free balcony upgrades and receive an e-coupon book valued at more than $300 in on- board savings. Military, Latitudes Rewards and AARP discounts may apply to select sailings.

“The Ultimate Freesome gives our guests the unique chance to enjoy an all-inclusive cruise experience,” said Kevin Sheehan, Norwegian Cruise Line's chief executive officer. “Our Ultimate Dining and Beverage Packages have proven very popular with our guests, and now, guests can take advantage of these two incredible packages while cruising on board our two newest ships.”
Guests who take advantage of this incredible offer can enjoy their complimentary Ultimate Dining and Ultimate Beverage packages on board Miami’s Ultimate Ship, Norwegian Getaway, from April 19 through September 27, 2014; or on board the ship that brings the best of NYC out to sea, Norwegian Breakaway, on all sailings from April 20 to September 28, 2014.

Norwegian’s Ultimate Dining Package***, valued at $238* per stateroom, gives guests the opportunity to have a taste of something deliciously new every night of their cruise when they experience the array of specialty restaurants found on board Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway. Diners will delight in Cagney’s, Norwegian’s signature steakhouse, featuring succulent grilled steaks, perfectly cooked double cut lamb chops and other delectable steakhouse favorites. Another one of Norwegian’s signature specialty restaurants is the French bistro, where guests will enjoy French favorites such as escargot, coq au vin and a spectacular vanilla crème brulee for dessert. Guests will also love dining in Norwegian’s traditional Italian restaurant, where they can feast on a variety of pastas, made-to-order specialty pizzas, and other Italian favorites such as chicken parmesan and osso bucco in a casual atmosphere. Those craving food from the Far East can be delighted by the entertaining chefs at Norwegian’s Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant. Meat lovers will delight in the opportunity to dine in Moderno Churrascaria, where unlimited servings of succulent Brazilian barbeque are served tableside by Norwegian’s own passadores.

Norwegian’s Ultimate Beverage Package, valued at approximately $788* per stateroom, includes a variety of spirits and cocktails, draft or bottled beer and a wide selection of wine, as well as unlimited fountain sodas and juices at all bars, lounges, restaurants and on Great Stirrup Cay.

Norwegian Getaway made her debut in her year-round home port of Miami on February 8, 2014, and is now setting sail on seven-day cruises to the Eastern Caribbean. This spectacular new ship visits tropical ports of call including Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Nassau, Bahamas. On board guests will be dazzled by the ship’s Miami flair, exceptional dining and entertainment as well as the excitement of 678 Ocean Place and The Waterfront, a variety of interconnected indoor and outdoor venues on three dynamic decks that creates a multiplex of dining, activities and more that enhance guests’ connection with the ocean. Fares start at $599**.

Guests sailing from the Big Apple can set sail on board Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Getaway’s sister-ship. Norwegian Breakaway is currently sailing seven-day cruises to the Bahamas and Florida, through April 27, 2014, visiting destinations including Port Canaveral (Orlando and Beaches), Florida; Nassau, Bahamas; and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, Norwegian’s very own private Island. Beginning on May 4, 2014, Norwegian Breakaway sails to Bermuda for the summer and early fall and includes three full days on this beautiful island. Fares start at $639**.

Norwegian offer free upgrades in Alaska and Hawaii

Details: Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä; Category: Latest offers Latest offers; Published: 24 February 2014 24 February 2014

Norwegian Cruise Line is offering guests the opportunity to take advantage of limited time savings on board the youngest fleet sailing through Alaska or on Norwegian’s seven-day interisland cruises in Hawaii on board the newly-refurbished Pride of America.

Guests who book a new Alaska or Hawaii cruise reservation, from February 24 through February 26, 2014, will receive up to $200 to spend on board plus free balcony upgrades. Air credits up to $1000, Military, Latitudes Rewards and AARP discounts may also apply to select sailings.

Adventurer lovers can sail alongside mountainous glaciers; catch a glimpse of breaching whales and so much more while cruising through the majestic state of Alaska on board one of Norwegian’s three modern ships: Norwegian Jewel, Norwegian Sun or
Norwegian Pearl. Norwegian Jewel offers seven-day cruises from Seattle every Saturday and visits some of the most spectacular Alaska destinations including Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay, Ketchikan, as well as a stop in Victoria, British Columbia, from May 10, 2014 through September 21, 2014, with fares starting at $639*.

Norwegian Sun offers a series of seven-day cruises from either Vancouver, British Columbia or Whittier, Alaska, from May 19, 2014 to September 22, 2014, with fares starting at $529*. Guests can also choose to combine these itineraries for the ultimate 14-day Alaskan family adventure.

Norwegian Pearl also provides guests with an unparalleled Alaska cruise experience, sailing a series of seven-day cruises every Sunday from May 18, 2014 through September 21, 2014, with fares from $649*.

Guests looking to cruise around the beautiful state of Hawaii can do so on board the newly-refurbished Pride of America. This incredible itinerary gives guests the opportunity to explore the Hawaiian Islands on seven-day inter-island cruises, year-round
from Honolulu. This jaw-dropping itinerary offers nearly 100 hours of port time and visits Hawai’i’s four main islands, including an overnight in Kahului, Maui; an overnight in Nãwiliwili, Kaua`i; stops in Hilo, Hawai`i and Kona, Hawai`i; as well as an afternoon
cruise by the spectacular Nãpali Coast, fares start at $999*

Princess Cruises Denali sale event offers cruise deals to Alaska

Details: Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä; Category: Latest offers Latest offers; Published: 20 February 2014 20 February 2014

The magnificent heart of Alaska takes center stage with Princess Cruises new Denali on Sale cruise deal, offering fares as low as $99 per day for a cruisetour vacation, or an upgrade from a balcony to a mini suite for just $199. The sale offers special rates on Alaskan land and sea vacations to popular attractions such as Denali National Park and Glacier Bay National Park.

Combining a seven-day Voyage of the Glaciers Alaska cruise with a land tour to the best of Alaskas interior, Princess Cruisetours begin at just $990 per person for a 10-day vacation. Travelers will enjoy accommodations at Princess own wilderness lodges and exclusive rail car service as they explore the Alaska wilderness to see the majesty of the Denali area, particularly Mt. McKinley, North Americas tallest peak.

Examples of Denali on Sale cruise fares include:

– 10-night On Your Own cruisetour (tour AAX): $990 interior, $1,599 balcony

– 10-night On Your Own cruisetour (tour BAX): $990 interior, $1,599 balcony

– 11-night On Your Own cruisetour (tour DBX): $1,090 interior, $1,699 balcony

– 12-night Denali Explorer cruisetour (tour GB5): $1,390 interior, $1,999 balcony

– 14-night Off the Beaten Path cruisetour (tour LA7): $1,590 interior, $2,199 balcony

More information about the Princess Cruises Denali on Sale event can be found at princess.com/denali.

All cruise prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Denali on Sale begins at 12:01 a.m. PDT on February 19, 2014 and runs through 11:59 p.m. PDT on April 3, 2014 and is available to residents of the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Mexico.

SeaDream Yacht Club announces limited availability on fall 2014 Caribbean season

Details: Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä; Category: Latest offers Latest offers; Published: 19 February 2014 19 February 2014

In 2014, after sailing the globe visiting small ports and harbors in Southeast Asia, Papua New Guinea, Northern Europe and the Mediterranean, both mega-yachts of SeaDream Yacht Club will conclude the year sailing the Caribbean. Offering a fully inclusive yachting experience, SeaDream I and SeaDream II will sail from departure ports in Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Barbados beginning Nov. 6, 2014. Limited availability remains on end of year Caribbean voyages with fares starting at $2,999 per person, based on double occupancy.

"As large mega-ships enter the Caribbean, SeaDream continues to offer a true yacht experience visiting small ports and anchoring in secluded coves away from the crowds," shares President Bob Lepisto. "Our guests say they favor the smaller, intimate size of our mega-yachts for an off-the-beaten path island escape with personalized service."

During fall 2014, the SeaDream twins will visit secluded islands including Culebrita and Vieques off the coast of Puerto Rico as well as Guadeloupe, Saba and Grenada. The British Virgin Islands port of Jost Van Dyke and overnights in St. Barts are among itinerary highlights. The mega-yachts also call on an astounding five ports in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, including the smallest inhabited island in the chain, Mayreau, which stretches only 1.5 miles with a population of 300 residents.

Itineraries in the Caribbean emphasize relaxation and rejuvenation. Guests can take advantage of the SeaDream Spa, with the highest therapist-to-guest ratio at sea. They can splash in the surf with a bevy of water toys, including stand-up paddleboards and wave runners, available from the yacht's marina. They can also partake in the revelry of special beachside culinary experiences like the signature Champagne and Caviar Splash, in which bubbles and caviar are served in the sea aboard a white linen-sheathed surfboard.

Norwegian launches the biggest DASH sale of the year

Details: Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä; Category: Latest offers Latest offers; Published: 17 February 2014 17 February 2014

Today, Norwegian Cruise Line is launching its biggest DASH sale of the year, offering exceptional savings on all sailings of three days or longer, fleet-wide. Guests who book a Norwegian cruise vacation today through Friday, February 21, 2014, can receive up to $500 per stateroom to spend on board (based on cruise length and stateroom category), free balcony upgrades, reduced deposits and an e-coupon worth over $300 in on board savings. Military, AARP and Latitudes Rewards discounts also apply to select sailings.

Miami's Ultimate Ship, Norwegian Getaway, made her debut in her year-round home port of Miami on February 8, 2014, and is now setting sail on seven-day cruises to the Eastern Caribbean. This spectacular new ship visits tropical ports of call including Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Nassau, Bahamas. On board guests will be dazzled by the ship's Miami flair, exceptional dining and entertainment as well as the excitement of 678 Ocean Place and The Waterfront, a variety of interconnected indoor and outdoor venues on three dynamic decks that creates a multiplex of dining, activities and more that enhance guests' connection with the ocean. Fares start at $579*.

Guests sailing from the Big Apple can set sail on board Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Getaway's sister-ship and the ship that brings the best of NYC to Sea. Norwegian Breakaway is currently sailing seven-day cruises to the Bahamas and Florida, now through April 27, 2014, visiting destinations including Port Canaveral (Orlando and Beaches), Florida; Nassau, Bahamas; and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, Norwegian's very own private Island. Fares start at $509*.

Also sailing from New York City, Norwegian Gem offers nine-day Eastern Caribbean cruises now through April 23, 2014. Guests on board will visit tropical destinations including; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Samana, Dominican Republic; with fares from $699*.

Cruisers can dash to cruise savings in Hawai`i when they book a seven-day cruise on board the newly-enhanced Pride of America, with fares from $999*. Sailing year-round from Honolulu, this spectacular cruise offers nearly 100 hours of port time and visits Hawai'i's four main islands, including an overnight in Kahului, Maui; an overnight in Nãwiliwili, Kaua`i; stops in Hilo, Hawai`i and Kona, Hawai`i; as well as an afternoon cruise by the jaw-dropping Nãpali Coast.

Norwegian Epic, the "Best Ship for Sea Days" by Cruise Critic and "Best Overall Cruise Ship" by the readers of Travel Weekly two years in a row, cruises to sunny Western Caribbean destinations on seven-day cruises from Miami, through April 20, 2014. Cruisers can explore ports of call including Ocho Rios, Jamaica; Costa Maya, Mexico; and Cozumel, Mexico; with fares starting at $399*.

Adventurers who are looking to experience the majestic beauty of Alaska can do so on board Norwegian Sun. Norwegian Sun offers a series of seven-day cruises from either Vancouver, British Columbia or Whittier, Alaska, from May 19, 2014 to September 22, 2014 with fares starting at $529*. Guests can also choose to combine these itineraries for the ultimate 14-day Alaskan family adventure.

For an unforgettable European Cruise experience, guests can set sail on a 10- or 11-day cruise on board Norwegian Jade from Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy. Ports of call on the 10-day itinerary include Olympia (Katakolon), Greece; Athens (Piraeus), Greece; Ephesus (Izmir), Turkey; Istanbul, Turkey and Naples, Italy. Guests cruising on the 11-day itinerary will visit Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy; Monte Carlo, Monaco; Provence (Toulon), France; Barcelona, Spain; Valencia, Spain; Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy; Carthage, Tunisia; Palermo, Sicily and Naples, Italy. Fares for these incredible cruises start at $749*.