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Fred Olsen's Balmoral to Sail a Special New England, Canada, New York, Bermuda and others in September 2023 Fred Olsen Lines has announced a new 2023 cruise featuring the northeast US, including a call in New York City and stops in Canda, New England, Bermuda and more. An interesting aspect of this cruise is that the cruise is expected to head-up the Hudson River giving cruise passengers a first hand look at the Hudson River's fall colors.. Here is what Fred Olsen Said about the cruise in a special announcement. We’re delighted to announce that today we’ve released a new exciting voyage of American Waterways & Canada in the Fall! This is your first chance to book. This 34-night sailing on board Balmoral is the first launch from our forthcoming 2023 program. We’ve created an attraction-packed itinerary and we hope you’re as excited as we are. Departing Southampton, your first four stops will be along Canada’s rugged Eastern Seaboard, perfectly ...

News about cruise ships sailing the world - including ship sales, scrapping, new companies, new ships, port of call and more. There is allot happening in the cruise industry beyond the New York and New Jersey cruises scene. There are cruise lines anxious to restart service; further Center For Disease Control (CDC) Restrictions, Cruise lines scrapping ships to raise cash and prepare for re-entry into the cruise industry and more. Check out some of these stories published on our sister blog at NicksCruiseCorner.Blogspot.com covering worldwide cruise events. Here is a sampling. Revealed: P&O Cruises Oceana Has Been Sold to Greece's Ferry Operator Seajets   Saga Cruises' New Spirit of Adventure Emerges From the Indoor Dry-Dock. TUI's Mein Schiff 2 - First Large Cruise Ship To Return to Service. Carnival Cruises' Carnival Fantasy Has Just Arrived Off of Aliaga Turkey For Scrapping Royal Caribbean's Sovereign - ex Sovereign Of The Seas - Beached i...

Italian Line's Sleek and Modern Ocean Liner Michelangelo and Raffaello. The final two new liners built for the Italian Line, the Michelangelo (April, 1965) and Raffaello (1965) were the luxurious, sleek, modern liners using many new construction materials. The superstructure of the liners was primarily made of lightweight aluminum.  Despite being planned as identical ships, Raffaello was 2.3 feet shorter, 1.3 feet wider, and approximately 22 tons larger than the Michelangelo. The Michelangelo weighed in at 45,933 tons; 903 feet long; carries; 1,775 Passengers and 720 crew. Built as 3 class liners, they were not well suited for the cruising trade when airlines grew in popularity and cruising  was the life blood of the transatlantic operators. An odd design of these ships was that all of the cabin in the hull were inside cabins. It was said that the designer of the ship thought that portholes took away from the external appearance of the ships. This also proved to be a ...

Oceania Cruises Insignia Sails Unique Itinerary With New York As a Port of Call This time I figured I would spotlight an unique itinerary that does not depart from New York - but visits New York as a port of call. The 15 day cruise departs Montreal, Canada on October 26, 2020 visiting such great ports as Quebec, Canada; Saguenay, Canada; Sydney, Nova Scotia; Halifax, Nova Scotia; Bar Harbor, Me; Portland, Me; Newport, RI; New York City, NY; St. George Bermuda and Miami, Florida (where the cruise ends). The sailing is on Oceania Cruises' mid-sized cruise ship, the Insignia. Fresh from a refit this premium ship is ready to provide passengers with a refined upscale experience. - great food, attentive service, excellent entertainment and more. Cruise Only Fares for an inside stateroom start at $2,999 per person all the way to $14,799 per person. For approximately an additional $800/per person - the fare can include ONE of the following: - Round-trip Airfare or 8 Shore excur...

Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas Passengers Checked for Coronavirus UPDATE 2/8/2020 at 9:40 PM. Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas is still sitting quayside in Cape Liberty Bayonne, NJ. She has been there since her arrival early Friday morning and select passengers were taken off and tested for the Coronavirus. The Anthem of the Seas is awaiting the final clearance from the CDC to sail. Reported not all of the test results have been returned. Royal Caribbean is now stating that the Anthem of the Seas will  depart Monday at 3 PM and has replaced the itinerary's call in Cape Canaveral, Coco Cay and Nassau with Kings Wharf Bermuda. The cruise has also been shortened to 5 days. Passengers on booked on the cruise have been asked to not report to the cruise pier until Monday afternoon.  Royal Caribbean has offered generous compensation for those wanting to sail on Monday  and full refunds for those choosing not to sail. Below is a statement from Roya...

26 Day Cruise From New York On the Luxurious Seven Seas Splendor Regent Sevens Seas Cruises has announced that their new, 5 Star Luxury cruise ship,  Regent Seven Seas Splendor will sail from New York on April 16, 2020 on a 26 day cruise from the Big Apple visiting Bermuda, Portugal, 5 ports in Spain, Monaco, 4 Ports in Italy, Greece; Montenegro, Croatia and Venice = where the cruise ends. The ship, which is brand new, was delivered in January, 2020 measure 750 feet in length, 105 feet wide, carries 750 passengers in luxury suites and 542 crew. Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Veranda Suites Onboard The Seven Seas Splendor Fares start at $18,099 per person, including business class airfare and select shore excursions.  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Corner Blog - News On Cruise Ships ...

Charlottetown Prince Edward Island Offers Natural Beauty and Shopping Popular with Cruise Passengers As cruise lines continue to build more, bigger ships, the cruise lines are continually looking for various ports to utilize on cruises. As pert of this expansion, Canada is growing in popularity. Charlottetown, located on Prince Edward Island has seen a jump in passenger arrivals from 2018 to 2019 and is set for another jump in 2020. The Prince Edward Island port welcomed 120,000 cruise passengers in 2019 and expects a 40% increase in 2020 (approx 168,000 visitors). Charlottetown has about 36,100 full time residents. Since the port is growing in popularity in the Spring, Summer and Fall, the impact to the local residents is spread out over an extended season. Clemence pointed to growth is from existing partners and the attraction of new ones. The port has seen growth via ship calls, from all of our visiting lines, including but not limited to Holland America, Princess, and...

Cunard's Queen Mary 2 to Sail South America and Caribbean Cruise in 2022 Cunard Line has announced their 2022 cruises for the Queen Mary 2. One noticeable change is that the Queen Mary 2's January World Cruise has been replaced with a 71 day cruise to the Caribbean and South America.  As per Cunard Line.... The iconic Queen Mary 2 will sail a new 71-night winter escape through the pristine beaches of the Caribbean and around the vibrant cities of South America . She will call at 17 ports in 14 countries with access to 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a magnificent journey through the Chilean Fjords sailing around the bottom of the world at Cape Horn. Queen Mary 2 will also chart her first-ever Northern Lights voyage in Norway , offering guests the chance to see the elusive sights of the Aurora Borealis in the early spring. In 2022, Queen Mary 2 will embark on a new route, sailing to the Caribbean and South America , which can be taken as a roundtrip from Hamb...

Arcadia National Park - Located Just Outside of Bar Harbor Maine Bar Harbor is one of the best ports on a New England, Canada cruise. The small city is quaint and has has many shops, restaurants and attractions but still retains it nautical feel. The port's close proximity to Acadia National Park allows cruise passengers the ability to take in the beauty and roughness of the landscape as well learn how the local live. Check out the latest review of Bar Harbor and learn more details about this cruise destination.  RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Corner Blog - News On Cruise Ships Sailing World Wide. => NewShipNews - Information and News on Cruise Ships being built. ,

Princess Cruise Caribbean Princess Offers Unique Itineraries to Greenland From Brooklyn Earlier this week, Princess Cruise's Caribbean Princess left New York on a unique itinerary sailing from Brooklyn on 8/19/2019 to Halifax, Nova Scotia; Sydney Nova Scotia; Nuuk, Greenland; Qaqortoq Greenland; Nanortalik Greenland; and St. John, New Brunswick, Canada. The 15 day itinerary offers unique ports of call not normally featured on cruises from the Big Apple. During the summer various cruise lines have been trying to offer unique itineraries including northern ports like Iceland and Greenland. The 113,000 ton, 951 foot long and 118 foot wide Caribbean Princess is offering a number of  New England Canada cruises during the fall. For More information check out our 2019 Fall cruise schedule.   - --------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & Mo...

Here's some Info On Carnival Cruise Line's New Carnival Mardi Gras - Debuting in 2020. The Carnival Mardi Gras will make a 6 Day New England Canada cruise before ailing on a 15 Day repositioning cruise to the Southern Caribbean and ending on her winter home port - Cape Canaveral Florida. Carnival Cruise Line today unveiled more details on the numerous accommodation choices guests will have on its highly-anticipated new ship, Mardi Gras , which will feature more than 180 suites across 11 styles, including the new premium category Carnival Excel suites with select amenities and access to a new resort-style, open-air enclave called Loft 19. “As we continue to announce details on Mardi Gras, guests will see that this ship is going to have more choices to stay and more choices to play,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “All of our accommodations have been designed to exceed our guests’ expectations, and the suite offerings will kick that up a...

Princess Cruise Sun Princess (left) and Peaceboat's Ocean Dream (right) in NYC This weekend saw 2 unique visitors to New York, Each ship offered extended, multi-day stays in the Big Apple. First was Princess Cruises Sun Princess arriving in New York Friday Night as part of her World Cruise. Passengers were treated to two glorious days in New York. The Weather was perfect - Sunny, dry and clear making the stay enjoyable. The second ship was  the Japanese chartered Ocean Dream (aka the Peaceboat) also spent 2 days in New York bringing tourist to New York on a mission of peace and goodwill.  The Peaceboat began her career as Carnival Cruises' first new ship - the Tropicale. Both ships stayed very late, providing passengers the opportunity to enjoy an extended stay in NYC. The Peaceboat/Ocean Dream left the Manhattan Cruise Terminal shortly after 11:00 PM and the Sun Princess departed at approximately 12:45 PM. ------------------------------------------- Sister...

Holland America Offer Culinary Classes At Sea - Just one of the many activities onboard passengers can enjoy while at sea. We have compiled the list of 50 things to do at Sea. I have met with a number of potential first time cruise passengers who have expressed concerns over what to do while having a day at sea. Many ships have experiences and attractions that are unique to those particular ships such as a surfing simulator, Golf simulator, zip lines, cooking classes and more. Our list covers activities that are common to most ships so the list, in some cases, is shorter than the entire list of options. To review the list of 50+ Activities to Do at Sea at NYCruiseInfo.com .

Silverseas's Cruises Silver Wind calls at New York for overnight stay on way to Europe Silversea Cruises luxury cruise ship the Silver Wind is scheduled to arrive New York on Friday, May 3.The ship is sailing on an itinerary that left from Fort Lauderdale in April 19 and sailed the Southern Caribbean back to Florida,  up the East Coast to New York, then to Canada, Ireland and Tilbury, England where the cruise ends on May 16. The Silver Wind is a luxury cruise ship carrying a small number of passengers  in superior staterooms. The high-end cruise line specializes in attentive service, elegant dining, and excellent entertainment. The Silver Wind will spend overnight in New York before departing early Friday evening evening. -------------------------------------------------------- LEARN MORE For more information on cruises from New York  check out our website at NYCruiseInfo .com. For more information on cruising is a worldwide check out our blog at NicksCru...

Norwegian Getaway Arrives in New York For a Series of Bermuda and Florida/Bahama Cruises. This morning Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Getaway is expected to arrive in New York at around 9:00 AM. She departed Miami on 4/7/2019 with no passengers en-route to NYC. The ship has not been in New York since its maiden voyage in January / February 2014.. The Norwegian Getaway will conduct a four day cruise to Bermuda and also a seven day Florida -Bahamas Cruise from New York, before re-positioning to Europe for the summer season. Norwegian is bringing a series of their ships to New York this fall. Including the Norwegian Jade which will have a single sailing from Brooklyn. As well as the Norwegian Pearl. For the Norwegian Pearl this will be an inaugural visit to the Big Apple. Both sailings will be in April and May before they too, position to Europe for the Spring and summer season. For more information about cruise schedules from the Port of New York and New ...

San Juan Puerto Rico - A popular cruise port on longer cruises from New York. San Juan Puerto Rico is a popular cruise port on winter and longer summer sailings from the port of New York. Whether it is a stroll through the Old City on your way to El Morro Castle (Fort) which rises above the entrance to the harbor or a visit to the rain forest, this cruise port has something to offer everyone. There are shops, cafes, beaches, snorkeling, water-sports and much more. Whether you are a first time visitor or a returning guest - you will definitely find an entertaining way to spend the day. Check Out Our Sister Sites: Nick's Cruise Corner Blog to Learn About World Wide Cruising NYCruiseInfo.com to Learn About Cruises From New York and New Jersey.

Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Gem To Offer Special South America, Panama Canal  and Western Mexico, . Norwegian Cruise Line has announced a 19- day repositioning cruise between New York and Los Angeles, via the Panama Canal, onboard the Norwegian Gem. The itinerary details shown below lists some of the unique ports of calls not normally visited on cruises departing from the Port of New York. The cruise is extensively focused on  the Southern Caribbean, the North Coast of South America, Central America, the Canal and the West Coast of Mexico (Destinations made popular by the TV series - "the Love Boat". The cruise depart New York on January 2, 2019 and ending in Los Angeles, California on January 20th. The sailing will be conducted on the popular Norwegian Gem which has a strong following among Norwegian Cruise Line fans. The ship offers a rock climbing wall, water slides, extensive spa facilities, casino, pools, hot tubs and many dining establishments / freest...

Beach at Nassau in the Bahamas - A popular cruise port on sailings from New York. Nassau is a very popular cruise destination in the Bahamas offering cruise passengers, beaches, high end resorts - like Atlantis, BahMar and others, casinos and more. Located about 1,94 miles south of New York, the Island can be reached after only a single day at sea. To learn what there is to see and do in Nassau - Check out NYCruiseInfo.com Nassau Bahamas Review for Cruise Passengers. Check Out Our Sister Sites: Nick's Cruise Corner Blog to Learn About World Wide Cruising NYCruiseInfo.com to Learn About Cruises From New York and New Jersey.

Bermuda - A Popular Port Visited on Cruises From New York and New Jersey. Bermuda is a great summer cruise destination easily reachable from the port of New York and New Jersey. Today Royal Caribbean offers 5 days cruises from Cape Liberty to Kings Wharf Bermuda - spending a full day in Bermuda. Celebrity Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line offer 7-day cruises from New Jersey / New York spending 3 days in Bermuda. Carnival offers an occasion cruise from New York to the pink sand island as well. There are other cruises where Bermuda is a port of call and combined with Caribbean destinations. Bermuda Tip. Travel in Bermuda can be expensive. If you can cost effectively reach Hamilton, (most ships dock in the Royal Dockyard / Kings Wharf which is a ferry or taxi ride away to Hamilton), there is a bus terminal near Hamilton where a cost effective ticket can be purchased to almost anywhere on the island. Check out bus schedules and fares since prices and routes are subject ...

  Bermuda Back In Business After Hurricane Nicole Earlier in the week Bermuda took the brunt of a category 3 Hurricane - Hurricane Nicole. The storm packed winds topping 115 miles per hour .... Click the title to read more. Check Out Our Sister Sites: Nick's Cruise Corner Blog to Learn About World Wide Cruising NYCruiseInfo.com to Learn About Cruises From New York and New Jersey.