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Is the Europe cruise market soft?
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Europe cruising has been so popular that many lines have added ships to the region. But does the 23 percent capacity increase mean there are too many ships sailing Europe?
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Reader-submitted money-saving cruise tips
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
SmarterTravel.com cruisers are a knowledgeable bunch. Our Cruise Editor asked them for money-saving cruising tips and has printed the best in this blog entry.
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New cruise website for New York cruisers
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Since the invention of homeport cruising, New York's ports have gotten a new lease on life. Now a new website helps cruisers plan a vacation at sea from the Big Apple.
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Norwegian goes all out for Valentine's Day
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Norwegian is feeling the love as Valentine's Day approaches. The cruise line has put together special menus, treats, and packages for its mid-February cruises.
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Return to Ocho Rios, Jamaica
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Our Cruise Editor continues her voyage on Carnival, and discovers how Jamaica has changed since she was last there.
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Two sides of Grand Cayman
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Grand Cayman gives Caribbean cruising a bad name. Our cruise editor embraces the quiet and crazy sides of Grand Cayman at Seven Mile Beach and Margaritaville.
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Another cold, rainy day in Mexico
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
In Mexico, our Cruise Editor experiences unusual Caribbean weather and learns why you think twice before booking outdoor tours far in advance.
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Freedom is better than Fantasy
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Cruise Editor compares one of Carnival's newest ships, the Carnival Freedom, to one of its older ships, the Fantasy.
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Everything you wanted to know about Carnival (part 2)
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
If you have any questions about western Caribbean ports, the Carnival Freedom, or infamous Cruise Director John Heald, please send them to our Cruise Editor before her next cruise.
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Voyager of the Seas arrives in Galveston
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Cruisers from Galveston now have a new itinerary option. Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas has just arrived to sail seven-night Caribbean and Central America cruises.
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Itinerary changes for the Azamara Journey
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
The Azamara Journey will swap its South America voyages and world cruise for Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings.
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Changes onboard in 2008
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
New programs from five cruise lines will make onboard life more interesting in 2008. Here's what Crystal, Disney, Holland America, Princess, and Regent have planned.
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QE2's last world cruise
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
For fans of Cunard's Queen Elizabeth 2, this week is bittersweet. The famous ship set sail Sunday on its last world cruise.
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Survey rates top cruise destinations
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Carlson Wagonlit Travel has rated the top cruise and international destinations for 2008. Read the sometimes surprising results and see how your favorite cruise locale stacks up.
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Give your opinion on cruise ship discharges
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Ever wonder where the waste water on a cruise ship goes? Now you can read an official report on this subject and put in your two cents.
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Is Antarctica cruising safe?
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
For the second time this year, a cruise ship has run into trouble near Antarctica. Perhaps it's not as safe to ply icy waters as we originally thought.
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News roundup from premium and luxury lines
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Read the latest news from Crystal, Cunard, and Holland America, plus find out if your favorite lines garnered an award from Travel Weekly.
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News roundup from the mainstream lines
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
The news includes new itineraries from Carnival, enhancements across Norwegian's fleet, and the debut of a new easyCruise vessel.
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Norwegian Gem set to sail
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
The Norwegian Gem, NCL's newest ship, was christened today in New York harbor. The Gem is the eighth ship custom-designed for the brand's Freestyle Cruising fleet.
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Regent Seven Seas acquired by Apollo Management
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
When the deal goes through in early 2008, Regent Seven Seas will become sister lines with Oceania and cousins with Norwegian.
