Oasis Sale Extended!

Just received word that the $899/person fare for the Oasis of the Seas will be extended until March 8 for the May 15 sailing only! So if you were unable to take advantage yesterday, there's still time!On the other two sailing dates, May 1 and 29, I'm still showing the fare available as well. However, I'm not sure how long they will last, so there *might* still be an opportunity to book on those

TODAY ONLY! $899/person on Oasis of the Seas PLUS $100 Onboard Credit! ++

JUST got offered a special, exclusive deal from Royal Caribbean for TODAY ONLY! Until they pull the offer, which will happen at midnight, ET, but could happen before, 3 sailings on the Oasis of the Seas are being offered for just $899/person!This rate is good for the May 1, 15 and 29, 2010 sailings ONLY and only for Inside Category Z Guarantee cabins.But wait! That's not all! In addition, we

Stay Connected on Oasis of the Seas

During the pre-inaugural activities aboard the Oasis of the Seas, mention was made of an upcoming feature to help families and friends stay connected aboard. Finally, the service is available!Called Royal Connect, in partnership with DeFi, and using specially modified iPhones which can be rented onboard, cruisers can now electronically view the daily Cruise Compass, instant message friends or

Cruise Express Technology Advances Internet Cruise Search. Faster, relevant and more personal interaction equals better results.

Cruise Express Technologybr /Advances Internet Cruise Search.br /Faster, relevant and more personal interactionbr /equals better results.br /br /br /Up until now, finding a great cruise deal could take hours, if not days browsing all over the Internet, calling a half a dozen cruise lines or visiting your neighborhood travel agent spend hours searching for the perfect cruise. A perfect cruise that's not only priced right, but one that fulfills your vacation dream.br /Just searching for a Caribbean cruise can be chore. Do I do a Western itinerary, Southern or Eastern itinerary. Should I risk sailing during hurricane season. When is the best time to cruise, and is it also the best time to save the most money? To find out, you would have to check dozens of web sites, and you’d have to check numerous date ranges to find the best cruise deals. Hours of tedious work.! Don't most of us take a vacation to get away from work!br /Now, Cruise Direct Online, The Ultimate Cruise Traveler's Search Engine takes the work out of searching. Eliminating hours of work with a process that takes just a few short minutes.br /Most travel sites show sample prices, often based on the cheapest inside cabin on a ship. Few show you a lower price, based on where you live. The industry calls them resident rates. Likewise you may not see rates for seniors, family discounts or military rates. Most sites don't post all the promotional and discounted fares cruise lines offer. Rates can change almost daily and many sites don't update their content to match the most up-to-date offers. br /Prices shown often reflect what you don't want (an inside cabin as opposed to a one with a balcony) at a price that looks too good to be true. So the price you see is almost always higher than that "displayed" price. br /You know what happens: You see a "7 Night Cruise to Alaska for $499 per person"…..you click on the link only to discover that the quoted price is only good for the first week in May, ( August is twice the price! ). The price does not include airfare, port charges or government fees, shipboard gratuities or cab fare from the airport to the pier and back. The airfare quoted from the cruise line is way too high, so you search all over the internet looking for a cheap airfare. Low and behold! The price you will have to pay is higher, much higher than $499! br /Sometimes the price is enticing, but the destination is not. You may not know enough about the ports-of-call the ship visits. You don't know what accommodation onboard to pick. What cabin locations to avoid. What value do you get for your money? We know that a number of our guests want help and advice, they may be looking for tips on how to pack, what to see and do, and when to do it. So while the technology is impressive, the service is too. Travelocity provides personalized help 24/7.br /br /How you ask?br /At Cruise Direct Online, we are members of the Travelocity Partner Network. Travelocity's discount cruise engine provides online cruise availability and real-time booking functions, allowing you to compare a number of different cruise lines at once. It features 360-degree virtual ship tours, deck plans, cabin layouts, and facts about destinations and ports of call. You have the ability to make instant reservations online and have access to a 24/7 call center for reservations and customer service.br /You can even enter your zip code to see just the cruises that offer a discounted resident rate, or tell the system you are a senior, and in seconds you can view all the senior specials. Choose from over 40 of the most popular cruise destinations. Find cruises that leave close to home, last minute cruise deals and read an extensive library of customer and Cruise Critic reviews. All, without spending hours traveling all over the Internet.br /Features.....br /br /Advanced Cruise Finder® search programbr /Instant online cruise booking br /Over 18 cruise lines featured br /Direct access to extensive inventory and low rates br /Virtual 360° ship tours, deck plans and cabin layout br /Personal cruise planner br /Seasonal specials and repositioning cruises br /Facts about destinations and ports of call br /Details on shore excursions br /FAQ and in-depth cruise resources br /Up-to-date articles and tips on cruising br /Driving directions and travel tips br /24/7 call center for reservations and customer service br /br /A Sea Of Choices.....br /All major cruise line brands are featured, like Carnival, Celebrity, Cunard, Disney, Holland America, Norwegian,nbsp; Princess, Regent Seven Seas, Royal Caribbean, Silversea, and more. Luxury, themed and specialty cruises are also available!br /br /Find out more about a href="http://www.cruisedirectonline.com/travelocity_cruise_deals.htm"Travelocity Partner Network's Cruise Search/adiv class="blogger-post-footer"img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9902695-6350306313020919040?l=cruisenews.blogspot.com' alt='' //div

More on RCCL’s Haiti Relief Efforts

Following up on the promised aid to Haiti, Royal Caribbean has detailed their future plans for relief efforts to the devastated country.Royal Caribbean is partnering with charitable organizations – such as Food for the Poor, Pan American Development Foundation and the Solano Foundation, the company’s foundation in Haiti, to provide additional assistance to the people of Haiti. Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean on Haiti Quake

Prior to yesterday, Haiti evoked varying thoughts in cruisers. Most would probably equate it with hurricanes over the years. Some who follow the news would immediately think of Papa Doc Duvalier (and Baby Doc) the dictators who are much to blame for even current day Haiti's poverty. But for cruisers on Royal Caribbean, Haiti often evokes very happy memories of a great day at the beach spent

It’s Wave Season! FULL List of Special Offers!

Once again, cruise wave season is upon us, the time when most bookings for the year are made, and the cruise lines roll out attractive specials to entice you. Below is a FULL list of wave season offers by cruise line! Most of these offers are available through February 4, 2010, though other booking dates may be listed in the specific offers:Azamara Club Cruises: Receive up to $400 in Onboard

Oasis of the Seas Delivered! Will It Sail Full?

Huge news for Royal Caribbean today: the Oasis of the Seas was officially delivered this afternoon in Finland. The delivery of a new ship is always a big day for a cruise line, but especially so this time. Brand new ship design, 50% larger than any other cruise ship, many innovative features... we all know the list. Financing was secured, the check cleared, and the ship is now officially

EXCLUSIVE Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas Promotion!

Have you been reading enviously the reports on the countdown to the Oasis of the Seas inaugural in December? Jealous of those who will be first onboard? Now you can join in the fun two different ways! I have exclusive onboard credits for December 2009 sailings, and there's a contest to win a spot on one of the pre-inaugurals!First off, there's a contest to be one of a very few "civilians"

Jumbo Happy Hour Specials - Including Thanksgiving Sailings!

Am posting this week's Happy Hour Specials early this week as they're HUGE, especially from Royal Caribbean. A little of everything, and some astonishing prices, even over Thanksgiving!.For example, Enchantment of the Seas' 11-28 8 night Southern Caribbean from Ft. Lauderdale starting at $199/person with D2 Balcony at $599/person? Egads! How about an 11 night Mexican Riviera sailing on the