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How to know if You’re Getting a Good Cruise Deal

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When booking a cruise you are presented with many choices, such as, when to go, where to go, what kind of accommodations and you can even select the promotion you want. With all those choices required at the time you make your booking, wouldn’t it also be great to know whether you are getting a good or even a great cruise deal right from the start. General Guidelines for the Best Cruise Deal Let’s start with general guidelines to follow in order to maximize your potential for receiving the best…

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Latest Symphony of the Seas October Construction Photos

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Symphony of the Seas October Construction Photos

Symphony of the Seas October Construction Photos from the STX Shipyard in France show a lot of progress from last month. Highlights of the progress are the installation of the Ultimate Abyss slide, the perfect storm water slides and rock walls, plus a lot of finishing details in Central Park and Royal Promenade areas. Symphony of the Seas October Construction Photos Following her maiden voyage in April 2018, Symphony of the Seas will spend her inaugural summer season sailing to awe-inspiring destinations in the Mediterranean, visiting places such as Barcelona,…

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Major Independence of the Seas Revitalization in 2018

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In April 2018, Independence of the Seas will undergo a multi-million refurbishment bringing new features, activities, dining and even new staterooms. While Independence of the Seas will be receiving many of the same upgrades her sister Freedom-Class ships Freedom of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas received in recent dry docks, there are other new features inspired from other ships in the fleet. Independence of the Seas Revitalization Here’s what we know is coming so far. Escape Room – Sometimes when you’re on vacation, you can feel your mind…

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Symphony of the Seas Construction Photo Update

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The Symphony of the Seas construction is progressing nicely at the STX Shipyard in France. With eight months left to go until her maiden voyage, the hurried pace of construction is evident all over the ship. Back by popular demand: A new and bigger-than-ever #Hairspray will take the stage on #SymphonyoftheSeas. Stay tuned for more details. pic.twitter.com/Qj0l9emVIq — Royal Caribbean Public Relations (@RoyalCaribPR) September 25, 2017 Construction Photos – September 2017 Following her maiden voyage in April 2018., Symphony of the Seas will spend her inaugural summer season sailing to…

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Fun things to do and see near Port Canaveral

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With its location just 45 miles east of Orlando, Port Canaveral is a convenient port to embark from and with lots of things to do close by, a fun place to explore as a port day stop on a cruise. With being so close to Orlando, you may be wondering; Is it possible to visit Disney World or Universal Studios for the day while your ship is in port? With some cruise lines offering extended port times into the evening, visiting either theme park is possible and packages are available…

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