Royal Caribbean Sailing Down Under

Australia, New Zealand and Tasmania are the latest destination for Royal Caribbean as they continue to expand their horizons. They are customising their itineraries with highlights to enthral passengers at ports of call including a tour of Sydney Opera House, experiencing native wildlife up close and personal at the Bonorong Wildlife Park along with museum visits to discover the arts, crafts and history of New Zealand.

Whilst cruising to ports of call passengers can enjoy all the luxury and fabulous on board facilities Royal Caribbean has to offer including rock climbing walls and cantilevered whirlpools as well as a whole host of other fascinating on board facilities which have become synonymous with Royal Caribbean cruises.

Those who have dreamed of the beautiful South Pacific will relish the opportunity to experience the warmth of the sunshine both on board and ashore are in for an experience of a lifetime as Royal Caribbean Cruises make headway for the stunning South Pacific with their newest cruise deals.

Furthermore Royal Caribbean have a loyalty reward system where passengers can earn credits for future cruises. The Crown & Anchor Society, the name given to the reward system, has different levels of membership with some interesting and enticing benefits for joining and moving up the levels!

Carnival Cruise Lines Bring 'Magic' Into Passenger's On-Board Experiences!

Carnival Magic, Carnival Cruises latest ship is expected to leave the Italian shipyard on time to begin its itinerary of seven, nine and twelve day Mediterranean cruises operating round trips from Barcelona May to October 2011. Carnival magic is scheduled to run 21 round trip cruises along with a special one off nine day voyage from Venice to Barcelona departing May 1st 2011.

carnival Cruises have listened to their passenger's needs by having the voyages start and end on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday to enable them to add on pre and post cruise stays in the vibrant city Spanish city.

Considered one of the best cruise terminals in Europe, Barcelona provides a cosmopolitan city from which their cruises will depart and return. The itinerary for Carnival Magic includes a wide attraction of first class regional cuisine, fabulous sightseeing opportunities, combined with stunning landmarks and museums for those who wish to enjoy some time exploring the beautiful Mediterranean historical towns and cities.

For the first time in three years Carnival Cruise will once again bring the delights of the Mediterranean to their passenger's. For those new to Carnival Cruises full ranges of cruises can take advantage of Early Saver rates which go on sale today for their ship Carnival Dream, sister ship to Carnival Magic.

Building on the reputation as being the leader in family cruises, Carnival magic will include a full and very extensive range of on board activities and entertainment to appeal to families of all ages, with an emphasis on informal dining for those who prefer a more casual approach to their cruise. Not withstanding formal dining areas are also include for passengers who still love to indulge in the finer things in life along with staterooms with deluxe ocean views and two bathrooms.

Turning The Tide - Less Is Definitely More

The world of luxury cruises will be turned on its head in 2011 when P&O Cruise Lines introduce their latest ship, which will not be bigger and have the capabilities of holding more passengers than their competitors, quite the reverse!

P&O Cruise Line's new ship the Adonia will hold only 710 passengers and due to its size is to go to the places the larger cruise ships cannot reach! Maybe more importantly the Adonis will be an adult only ship, which is a real advantage to those who love cruising but are becoming disillusioned with the 'family fun' anecdote which other cruise ships are using to encourage a 'new wave' of cruising passengers.

Although the Adonia was originally built in 2001 over three-quarters of her 355 cabins have balconies, public rooms which will have a traditional cruising ambience created by wood panelling, sumptuous leather armchairs as well as fine artwork. Adonia's library will have over 4,000 titles, catering for all book lovers needs.

The grand lounge will play host to an extensive range of entertainment, including after diner speakers and shows by P&O Cruises Headliners Theatre Company. Adonia will also boast a Crow's Nest lounge bringing a real nautical feel and excellent observation vantage points for her passengers.