The new Solstice-class Celebrity Equinox will introduce new AquaSpa treatments, including an a "24-Karat Gold Facial" and a "lash and brow bar."
According to Celebrity, the treatment, which uses an alchemy of expert touch, medicinal plants, Rose Quartz and a pure 24-karat gold leaf mask, speeds up cell renewal and results in a rebalanced, nourished, brighter and more clarified skin texture and complexion.
The new ship will offer "red carpet make-up" application after every facial in its line-up, featuring a natural touch of Colorscience mineral powder and lip gloss to keep skin and lips glowingare welcome to treat themselves to indulge in the ship's AquaSpa by Elemis, which will offer its standard line-up of revitalizing, restorative experiences for individuals and couples.
Guests who experience the 24-Karat Gold Facial on Celebrity Equinox will also be able to enjoy a special cocktail inspired by the treatment itself. The "Golden Kiss Martini" will feature Golden Supreme vodka, cucumber juice, agave syrup and lemon juice, muddled with fresh mint.
Celebrity Equinox will also offer a "lash and brow bar," where guests can select from a variety of eyelash enhancements, offered in three styles: Natural Lashes, Evening Eyes or Ultra Glam, which features a sparkling touch of glitter. Brow sculpting will be offered by expert aestheticians who carefully shape and define the eyebrows to give the face an instant lift and a polished appearance. Brow tinting, which can cover gray hairs or enhance one's natural look, will be available in various shades. Lash tinting, ideal for guests whose eyelashes are light in color, will also be available.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Mariner of the Seas on the Tavel Channel
Don’t miss the Travel Channel’s Great Cruises:
Why Not the Mexican Riviera?
This Thursday, July 9 at 10:00 PM EST
Why Not the Mexican Riviera?
This Thursday, July 9 at 10:00 PM EST
Peter Deilmann Cruise Closes It's Doors
The end of summer will be the end of German river cruise line operator Peter Deilmann Cruises. The line has announced that it will cease its river cruise division at summer's end. Financial concerns are being blamed for the shut down.
Though the close is imminent, the company's UK managing director, Stuart Perl, said passengers booked on river cruises this summer have no need to worry as they will go ahead as planned. In October, the company's eight river cruise vessels will be sold off.
Interestingly, the announcement has not been officially made in the U.S.
Though the close is imminent, the company's UK managing director, Stuart Perl, said passengers booked on river cruises this summer have no need to worry as they will go ahead as planned. In October, the company's eight river cruise vessels will be sold off.
Interestingly, the announcement has not been officially made in the U.S.
Helpful Tips for Disabled Cruiser
July 1st, 2009 . by Candy B. Harrington
If you’re traveling with extra equipment, such as an additional wheelchair or a hoyer lift, try and take it aboard yourself instead of leaving it with the rest of your luggage, to be brought to your room later. That’s the best way to insure all of your equipment makes it on the ship.
If you take along a manual wheelchair, mark it clearly with your name or personalize it in some way, so it won’t be mistaken for one of the ship’s wheelchairs.
If you are traveling with a scooter or a power wheelchair, take an extension cord and a power strip. Outlets are limited in staterooms and sometimes they are not located in the most convenient places. Additionally, don’t forget to pack a converter if you need one.
If you requested any special equipment, such as a commode chair or a shower bench, contact your cabin steward if it’s not in your cabin when you arrive.
If you feel there’s a language problem and you don’t think the cabin steward understands your question, then go to the purser’s office and ask to speak to the Chief Purser or the Head Housekeeper about the matter.
After you get settled in, head down to the dining room and check on the location and height of your table. If it’s not manageable for you, talk to the Maitre d’ about a change.
Make sure and locate the accessible seating in the showrooms before show time, as sometimes it’s difficult to find when it’s crowded.
Arrive about 15 minutes early for the life boat drill. That way you will beat the crowds and still be able to take the elevator.
If you have any concerns about emergency evacuation procedures, don’t hesitate to ask your life boat captain.
Take a tour of the ship on the first day and locate the accessible restrooms on each deck. Make note of the locations for future use.
Last but not least, if you use a power wheelchair or scooter, bring along a manual wheelchair for use in port. This is especially helpful in Caribbean ports, where it’s difficult to find lift-equipped transportation. In the long run, it will help make your cruise more enjoyable.
Candy Harrington is the editor of Emerging Horizons (www.emerginghorizons.com) and the author of several best-selling books for disabled travelers. Her newest title, the third edition of Barrier Free Travel; A
If you’re traveling with extra equipment, such as an additional wheelchair or a hoyer lift, try and take it aboard yourself instead of leaving it with the rest of your luggage, to be brought to your room later. That’s the best way to insure all of your equipment makes it on the ship.
If you take along a manual wheelchair, mark it clearly with your name or personalize it in some way, so it won’t be mistaken for one of the ship’s wheelchairs.
If you are traveling with a scooter or a power wheelchair, take an extension cord and a power strip. Outlets are limited in staterooms and sometimes they are not located in the most convenient places. Additionally, don’t forget to pack a converter if you need one.
If you requested any special equipment, such as a commode chair or a shower bench, contact your cabin steward if it’s not in your cabin when you arrive.
If you feel there’s a language problem and you don’t think the cabin steward understands your question, then go to the purser’s office and ask to speak to the Chief Purser or the Head Housekeeper about the matter.
After you get settled in, head down to the dining room and check on the location and height of your table. If it’s not manageable for you, talk to the Maitre d’ about a change.
Make sure and locate the accessible seating in the showrooms before show time, as sometimes it’s difficult to find when it’s crowded.
Arrive about 15 minutes early for the life boat drill. That way you will beat the crowds and still be able to take the elevator.
If you have any concerns about emergency evacuation procedures, don’t hesitate to ask your life boat captain.
Take a tour of the ship on the first day and locate the accessible restrooms on each deck. Make note of the locations for future use.
Last but not least, if you use a power wheelchair or scooter, bring along a manual wheelchair for use in port. This is especially helpful in Caribbean ports, where it’s difficult to find lift-equipped transportation. In the long run, it will help make your cruise more enjoyable.
Candy Harrington is the editor of Emerging Horizons (www.emerginghorizons.com) and the author of several best-selling books for disabled travelers. Her newest title, the third edition of Barrier Free Travel; A
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Carnival Elation 4 & 5 Day San Diego Departures
A new four- and five-day cruise option featuring day-long calls at Cabo San Lucas will be added to the Carnival Elation’s existing schedule from San Diego in July 2009, complementing the ship’s popular three- and four-day Baja program (Ensenada/Catalina).
Carnival Elation – which emerged from a multi-million-dollar renovation in March 2009 with a host of new features -- will operate the West Coast’s only year-round three-, four- and five-day schedule, expanding upon the line’s industry-leading short cruise offerings. Roughly half of the “Fun Ship” fleet offers voyages of five days or less in length.
On its new schedule, Carnival Elation will operate a year-round series of four- and five-day cruises for a two-week period followed by another two weeks of three- and four-day Baja departures.
Beginning July 2, 2009, Carnival Elation’s four-day “long weekend” cruises will depart Thursdays and visit Cabo San Lucas. Two different five-day itineraries will also be offered. Five-day cruises departing Saturdays will feature the industry’s only itinerary that includes two full days in Cabo San Lucas, providing guests with a unique opportunity to enjoy one of Mexico’s most spectacular destinations. Five-day cruises departing Mondays will feature both Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada.
Carnival Elation – which emerged from a multi-million-dollar renovation in March 2009 with a host of new features -- will operate the West Coast’s only year-round three-, four- and five-day schedule, expanding upon the line’s industry-leading short cruise offerings. Roughly half of the “Fun Ship” fleet offers voyages of five days or less in length.
On its new schedule, Carnival Elation will operate a year-round series of four- and five-day cruises for a two-week period followed by another two weeks of three- and four-day Baja departures.
Beginning July 2, 2009, Carnival Elation’s four-day “long weekend” cruises will depart Thursdays and visit Cabo San Lucas. Two different five-day itineraries will also be offered. Five-day cruises departing Saturdays will feature the industry’s only itinerary that includes two full days in Cabo San Lucas, providing guests with a unique opportunity to enjoy one of Mexico’s most spectacular destinations. Five-day cruises departing Mondays will feature both Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada.
Holland America's New Lanai Cabins
Holland America Line's latest Signature of Excellence innovation has received rave reviews by guests on ms Veendam. Similar in size to the premium line's spacious outside-view staterooms, the new, unique lanai accommodations were recently added to the ship and feature large sliding glass doors with direct access to the Lower Promenade wrap-around teak walking deck. Lanai staterooms will be added to ms Rotterdam this year and three other ships by 2013.
The addition of 38 lanai staterooms on Veendam are a key feature in the latest round of Signature of Excellence enhancements at Holland America Line. Thirty-two new verandah staterooms also were built on the aft portion of the ship, along with eight new inside staterooms. All staterooms aboard Veendam received new decor, modern wall sconces, carpeting, drapes, pillows and bed runners and resurfaced desks and vanities. Bathrooms saw an "extreme" makeover with new vanities and cabinetry.
Each lanai stateroom also features reserved deck chairs outside sliding glass doors that have a one-way mirrored coating to ensure privacy.
A final stateroom enhancement was the creation of 15 spa staterooms -- 12 outside converted to verandah in drydock and three other inside -- featuring a variety of exclusive spa amenities. The rooms offer their own ambiance with a decor reflecting natural elements and soft earth-tones. A counter-top water feature in each stateroom provides a natural, ambient background sound and artwork reflects serene images in nature. Exclusive spa treatments and a spa room service menu are offered only in these staterooms.
The addition of 38 lanai staterooms on Veendam are a key feature in the latest round of Signature of Excellence enhancements at Holland America Line. Thirty-two new verandah staterooms also were built on the aft portion of the ship, along with eight new inside staterooms. All staterooms aboard Veendam received new decor, modern wall sconces, carpeting, drapes, pillows and bed runners and resurfaced desks and vanities. Bathrooms saw an "extreme" makeover with new vanities and cabinetry.
Each lanai stateroom also features reserved deck chairs outside sliding glass doors that have a one-way mirrored coating to ensure privacy.
A final stateroom enhancement was the creation of 15 spa staterooms -- 12 outside converted to verandah in drydock and three other inside -- featuring a variety of exclusive spa amenities. The rooms offer their own ambiance with a decor reflecting natural elements and soft earth-tones. A counter-top water feature in each stateroom provides a natural, ambient background sound and artwork reflects serene images in nature. Exclusive spa treatments and a spa room service menu are offered only in these staterooms.
Carnival will port in Roatan
Two Carnival Cruise Lines ships will call in Roatan, Honduras, this week, despite the military coup in Tegucigalpa, the country's capital city. The coup has unleashed waves of protest throughout the country.
Carnival said it is "monitoring the situation and keeping in touch with authorities there," but that its Roatan contacts have advised that there are no issues in Roatan, a tiny Caribbean island that has become a popular cruise destination in the last five years.
On Sunday, the U.S. State Department recommended that American citizens defer all non-essential travel to Honduras, but added that outside of the capital, "reports from the rest of the country indicate that calm prevails, although there have been cases of occasional roadblocks."
The Carnival Valor and Carnival Legend are scheduled to arrive in Roatan on Wednesday and Friday, respectively. They are the only two ships calling in Roatan in July and August, the island’s low season.
As many as 28 ships call in Roatan during the winter. NCL, Holland America, Princess and Royal Caribbean ship call there.
Carnival said it is "monitoring the situation and keeping in touch with authorities there," but that its Roatan contacts have advised that there are no issues in Roatan, a tiny Caribbean island that has become a popular cruise destination in the last five years.
On Sunday, the U.S. State Department recommended that American citizens defer all non-essential travel to Honduras, but added that outside of the capital, "reports from the rest of the country indicate that calm prevails, although there have been cases of occasional roadblocks."
The Carnival Valor and Carnival Legend are scheduled to arrive in Roatan on Wednesday and Friday, respectively. They are the only two ships calling in Roatan in July and August, the island’s low season.
As many as 28 ships call in Roatan during the winter. NCL, Holland America, Princess and Royal Caribbean ship call there.
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