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Cruise Ships Are the Cleanest Travel Environments

Until we sail again together ☀️🧳⚓️🚢

travelpulse.com Even before the pandemic, cruise ships were often more sanitary than many hotels.

Suspended Sailings Information | Summer & Spring 2020 | Norwegian Cruise Line

ncl.com Updated June 30, 2020: Your safety is our #1 priority—both on and off our ships. Due to the current global environment, we are extending the suspension of 2020 cruises to include:

Travel Advisor Emotions Are Shifting from Fear and Uncertainty to Hope and Excitement

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. Successfully Secures Over $2 Billion of Additional Liquidity in Oversubscribed Capital Markets Transactions | Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

Hello On Deck Family!

Please see below a press release concerning the rumors circulating yesterday regarding our financial stability. We'll have talking points later.

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Carnival is considering cutting passenger capacity on its cruise ships as it looks for ways to improve safety in wake of corona virus outbreaks, sources say Carnival Corp. is considering temporarily limiting the number of passengers on its ships when they begin sailing again, two sources close to the matter told Business Insider. The company would do so by preventing passengers from booking certain cabins, the sources said. Two possibilities include allowing passengers to only book cabins with access to fresh air or making sure there are empty… — Business Insider

Numbers Show Coronavirus Appears Far Less Deadly Than Flu, But Gov't, Media Keep Promoting Panic

It's Important to be and stay informed. That is the best way to make a decision on your future travel plans. #ondecktravel

westernjournal.com The coronavirus outbreak has people frightened, especially in the media -- and yet, there appears to be very little to be frightened of.

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[12/31/19]   As we turn the page to January, it's time to plan your 2020/21 ocean or river cruise and whether you're a cruise veteran or new to the sea, we're here to help with free consultation, quotes, booking, and assistance every step of the way. And we can often find lower fares not available to the general public.
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Wishing you and your families tremendous blessings in the New year!

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Merry Christmas from everyone at On Deck Travel! Thank you for supporting us and helping us have another amazing year! We hope to help many of you plan some fabulous getaways for 2020!!! #Holidays #CreatingMemories #blessed

Explorer of the Seas changes coming in 2020!

~Cruising with Effie~🛳⚓️

8 Night Greek Isle Cruise - leaving from Rome - July 12th 2020 on board Royal Caribbean - Explorer of the seas.
Rome - Sicily, Mykonos, Santorini, Pireus and Naples.

Come and experience Greece and Italy with this amazing price.

This ship is undergoing a $100M renovations and upgrades!

We have a few cabins left at an amazing group rates.
Balcony Rooms $1989 pp - $4212 (Publish rate $7358)
Ocean View rooms - $1479 pp
Inside rooms with a Virtual balcony - $1359 pp (publish rate $3802)

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Royal Caribbean announced $110 million in upgrades and enhancements to Explorer of the Seas coming in 2020. We have a list of all the BIG changes coming to E...

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The countdown has begun ⏳ Scarlet Lady will launch for Sea Trials in less than 2 weeks -- making her way from Italy to France for the very first time. Which has us reminiscing about her February float-out 😭 Imagine what she'll look like out on the open water this time around!

DHS Reminds Travelers that Deadline for REAL ID Compliance is One Year Away

What you need to know to travel next year.

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Top 10 Reasons You Should Definitely Use a Travel Agent

I am often asked, why use a a travel agent instead of the internet! Check out this article.

tripsavvy.com With better deals, exclusive access to exotic tours, room upgrades, and knowledge of great travel destinations, you should consider using an agent.

How to Be the Go-To Travel Resource for Your Local Media

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Top 10 Perfect Day at CocoCay secrets and tricks

Perfect Day At CocoCay! Here are some secret tips.

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Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana—the hottest new resort in the Caribbean come November! #traveltuesday

Hi On Deck Family! Happy Tax Day!! Did you get your taxes done? To save everyone a little more money, Carnival is running a promotion for Booked Guests offering a 10% discount on all Shore Excursions except Alaska and Faster the Fun. Guests will receive the discount if they purchase any tour and use promo code TAXS10 (all caps). Sale ends tonight at midnight.

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BAM! JUST ANOTHER REASON TO BE EXCITED ABOUT MARDI GRAS IN 2020!!!

EMERIL LAGASSE SPICES UP CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE’S MARDI GRAS WITH FIRST-EVER RESTAURANT AT SEA

MIAMI (March 6, 2019) – Carnival Cruise Line today announced that it has partnered with world-renowned chef and restaurateur Emeril Lagasse on his first-ever seagoing restaurant aboard Carnival’s newest and most innovative ship, Mardi Gras, setting sail in summer 2020.
Located in the heart of Mardi Gras’ French Quarter zone, Emeril’s Bistro 1396 will showcase the chef’s signature dishes that earned him the reputation as one of New Orleans’ most acclaimed and respected chefs.
“Mardi Gras is designed as the ultimate vacation experience, and that extends to the food and beverage offerings,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “Emeril Lagasse has brought the uniqueness and fun of New Orleans dining to foodies all over the world, and we’re thrilled that he’ll now bring that same experience to Carnival. There is no one better suited than Emeril to add a level of authenticity to the Mardi Gras experience that will give our guests another way to Choose Fun.”
“I’ve developed restaurants all over the country, but to create my first restaurant at sea – on a ship named Mardi Gras with its own French Quarter, no less – was an opportunity I simply could not pass up,” said Lagasse. “I’m excited to be a part of this brand new ship and bring a taste of the flavors of New Orleans cuisine to the guests sailing on Mardi Gras.”
Named after Mardi Gras’ hull number at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, the bistro will celebrate New Orleans’ rich culture with Creole favorites and daily specials.
The menu will include: oyster and cochon de lait po-boys, muffaletta sandwiches, Emeril’s signature barbecue shrimp, fresh seafood ceviche, roasted duck & Andouille sausage gumbo, jambalaya, and complements such as Creole potato salad with diced scallions, and red beans and “jazz-man” rice. Breakfast offerings will feature shrimp and grits and a shrimp Creole omelet. The New Orleans classic Bananas Foster and lemon ice box pie will be available for dessert.
Emeril’s Bistro 1396 will take center stage in Mardi Gras’ French Quarter, one of the ship’s six themed zones where guests will find fun, memorable ways to create their own personalized vacations. The French Quarter will capture the festive spirit of Louisiana with food, cocktails and, of course, live jazz.
Currently under construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, Mardi Gras is slated to enter service in Europe Aug. 31, 2020, before repositioning to New York for a series of voyages then shift to Port Canaveral for year-round seven-day Caribbean cruises beginning in Oct.

Why use a Travel Agent?

There’s a lot that goes into planning the perfect vacation. Booking a vacation can be complex as well as extremely time-consuming. Travel Agents work for YOU, not the cruise line. Travel Agents will take away the stress and make the planning process fun and enjoyable. This is YOUR vacation, and it is the Travel Agents job to make sure that you have the best possible experience on your next cruise vacation, even during the planning stages. From making sure you’ve got the perfect view, to checking the latest specials to ensuring you are getting the best value, the Travel Agents job is to be here for you every step of the way. Also, the Travel Agents knowledge, expertise, and professional recommendations are absolutely FREE. By using a Travel Agent, you are ensuring that you will get the best, most trust-worthy advice, as well as a great deal on your next Carnival Cruise vacation!
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U.S. Passports Will Cost More Starting This April

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NCL JOY coming to Alaska in 2019
Although this is the sister ship to the Bliss
Exciting new Concierge Inside family suites that sleep 6 will replace the studio Cabins
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News - Carnival Triumph to Become Carnival Sunrise in Makeover | On Deck Travel

BREAKING NEWS - CARNIVAL TRIUMPH TO BE RENAMED CARNIVAL SUNRISE AFTER EXTENSIVE DRY DOCK STARTING APRIL 29, 2019!!

Carnival Cruise Line revealed plans for a nearly $200 million bow-to-stern makeover for Carnival Triumph in the spring of 2019 that will include renaming the ship to reflect its significant transformation. The ship will join Carnival’s Sunshine class and will be named Carnival Sunrise after a two-month-long refurbishment that will take place in Cadiz, Spain, starting March 1. The dry dock makeover will add all of Carnival’s wildly popular branded food, beverage and entertainment innovations, as well as update all staterooms in a broad spectrum of new accommodations providing guests fresh and exciting seagoing vacation choices.

Following a renaming ceremony, Carnival Sunrise will re-enter service with a series of five- to seven-day voyages from Norfolk, Va., beginning April 29, 2019, a summer schedule of four- to 14-day departures from New York commencing May 23, 2019, then move to Fort Lauderdale in October.

Carnival Sunrise enhancements include the redesign of two luxurious Captain’s Suites adjacent to the navigational bridge offering floor-to-ceiling windows and extended balcony grand suites. All of the ship’s staterooms will be updated to offer island-inspired interiors with bright colors and soothing pastels inspired by the line’s Caribbean itineraries. Other new features will include:

- Cucina del Capitano: offering delicious Italian favorites and new Carnival classics served family-style in an engaging atmosphere reminiscent of a cozy Italian home.
- JavaBlue Café: this expanded version of the line’s popular coffee bars will offer lattes, cappuccinos and other caffeinated favorites, as well as “spiked” coffees made with liqueurs, and decadent confections.
- Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse: a classic American steakhouse offering mouth-watering steaks, gourmet appetizers, entrees and desserts, with impeccable service and understated ambiance.
- Bonsai Express: the success of the full-service Bonsai Sushi restaurants has spawned this casual spot, featuring a mouth-watering array of sushi, sashimi, rolls and more.
- The Chef’s Table: a new multi-course dining experience hosted in a special glass-enclosed venue in the forward dining room.
- Cherry on Top: The “sweetest spot on board,” an expanded Cherry on Top features bulk candy, fanciful gifts, custom apparel and a Carnival Adventures shop.
- Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse: a casual open-air eatery featuring “real deal” BBQ favorites created by Food Network star Guy Fieri.
- Lido Marketplace: A casual poolside eatery boasting favorites like Seafood Shack offering lobster rolls and other New England-inspired fare; The Deli with sandwiches and paninis; Pizzeria del Capitano serving hand-tossed artisanal-style pies free of charge 24/7, and an expanded Swirls venue with complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt.
- RedFrog Pub: Featuring the Caribbean’s best rums and beers – including Carnival’s own ThirstyFrog Red – enjoyed in a distinct British-West-Indies-meets-Key-West atmosphere.
- Piano Bar 88: A new twist on Carnival’s popular piano bar concept that amps up the excitement with themed nights, engaging new décor and spontaneous sing-along fun.
- Limelight Lounge: Home to the Punchliner Comedy Club featuring a hilarious line-up of comics which later transforms into a sizzling night club where guests can dance the night away.
- New Multi-Purpose Liquid Lounge: an expansive theater that’s home to captivating daytime and nighttime entertainment, including the line’s high-tech Playlist Productions revues and audience participation favorite Hasbro, The Game Show.
- SportSquare: A suspended ropes course offering heart-racing views to the sea 150 feet below, basketball court, jogging track, ping pong, foosball, pool tables, and a nine-hole miniature golf course highlight this open-area recreation complex.
- WaterWorks: Featuring a 203-foot-long AquaTunnel slide and Carnival’s signature 212-foot-long Twister slide along with a 75-gallon PowerDrencher tipping bucket and kiddie area.
- Serenity Adult Only Retreat: An adult only oasis offering plush chaise lounges, whirlpools and oversized umbrellas, enhanced by dramatic sea views.
- Cloud 9 Spa: Designed as the ultimate refuge for rest and relaxation, the health and wellness center offers an elaborate thermal suite, private treatment rooms, and the latest cardio and weight-training equipment.
- Modern, Spacious Facilities for Kids and Teens: including a new Camp Ocean, a colorful marine-inspired play area designed for kids ages 2-11, along with new spaces for Circle “C” aimed at 12- to 14-year olds and Club O2 geared to those 15-17.
- The Warehouse: promising fun for all ages with a variety of the latest video and arcade games.
Expanded Retail Spaces: a mall-style shopping area lined with retail outlets offering fine jewelry, watches, fragrances, and more along with the line’s own branded spaces like Hip Fish and The Carnival Store.

Carnival Sunrise’s Inaugural Season from Norfolk, New York and Fort Lauderdale
Carnival Sunrise’s inaugural schedule from Norfolk kicks off with a seven-day cruise departing the Half Moon Cruise Center visiting Grand Turk, the private island of Half Moon Cay and Freeport departing April 29, 2019. A pair of five-day voyages departs May 12 and 17, 2019 calling at Nassau and Freeport and three six-day cruises departing May 6, and Oct. 14 and 20, 2019, visiting Half Moon Cay, Nassau and Freeport.

The ship will then reposition to New York for a series of four- to 14-day voyages beginning May 23, 2019. The program includes four- to eight-day Bermuda cruises, including long weekend sailings to the island departing Thursdays and returning Mondays, along with seven-day fall foliage cruises to New England and the Canadian Maritimes, and two different eight-day Caribbean itineraries with stops at the region’s top destinations. Several longer voyages will also be offered, including a 10-day exotic eastern Caribbean itinerary and a 14-day Carnival Journeys Panama Canal cruise highlighted by local dining and entertainment experiences and unique shipboard enrichment activities.

Carnival Sunrise will then reposition to Fort Lauderdale for four- and five-day cruises beginning Oct. 28, 2019. Four-day long weekend cruises will call at tropical ports like Half Moon Cay, Princess Cays, Grand Turk and Nassau, while five-day cruises will visit Cuba, as well as seaside destinations in The Bahamas, Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Grand Turk.

Carnival Cruise Line has announced plans for a $200 million makeover for Carnival Triumph in the spring of 2019. The transformed ship will be renamed Carnival Sunrise. She’ll join the line’s Sunshine class of ships.

ondecktravel.agentstudio.com Carnival Sunrise will sail from the East Coast for the summer season before repositioning to Fort Lauderdale in October of 2019.