Category: Cruise News

Carnival Freedom Updated with New Experiences

Chris Cardona
Carnival Freedom Refurbishment

The Carnival Freedom cruise ship has just returned from a three-week multi million dollar dry dock where she received several new enhancements. This refurbishment is part of Carnival Cruise Lines $2 billion ship enhancement program that is adding the line’s popular Funship 2.0 innovations across the fleet. The new and enhanced experiences include: 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 SplashZone area for kids. Bonsai Express: the success of the full-service Bonsai Sushi restaurants has spawned this…

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Chef Emeril bringing Bam to Carnival Mardi Gras

Chris Cardona
Emeril's Bistro Carnival Mardi Gras

Carnival Cruise Line has announced a new partnership with celebrity chef and restaurateur, Emeril Lagasse. A brand new specialty restaurant will debut onboard Carnival’s new mega ship Mardi Gras. 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. Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line said: Named after Mardi Gras’ hull number at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, the bistro will celebrate New Orleans’…

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Navigator of the Seas Back from $115 Million Dry Dock

Chris Cardona
Navigator of the Seas 2019 Refurbishment

Navigator of the Seas has just returned to PortMiami after a $115 Million Dry Dock where she was outfitted with incredible upgrades. Navigator of the Seas is the third Royal Caribbean cruise ship to receive an “Amplification” following similar refurbishments to Independence of the Seas and  Mariner of the Seas in 2018. There is no shortage of incredible new things to do, see and eat on the new Navigator of the Seas. New Water Fun The Blaster – the cruise line’s first aqua coaster and the longest waterslide at sea…

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Virgin Voyages will Feature Beach Experience in Bimini

Chris Cardona

Along with the opening of bookings to the general public today, Virgin Voyages also announced details of their onboard entertainment program and exclusive island experience on all itineraries. Previously identified as the “secret location” on initial itineraries, Virgin Voyages has confirmed that they will be stopping in Bimini in the Bahamas on each voyage. Exclusive Bimini Destination The Beach Club at Bimini will provide an exclusive experience that will be featured on all Scarlet Lady sailing where sailors can enjoy an epic beach day and/or explore the island flavor and culture…

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MSC Cruises to Offer (AI) Personal Assistant Onboard

Chris Cardona
MSC Cruises ZOE Personal Cruise Assistant

MSC Cruises, already known for employing technology to enhance the guest experience, have announced that they are introducing the world’s first virtual personal cruise assistant. Named ZOE, the voice-enabled artificial intelligence (AI) tool will be found in every stateroom. ZOE can speak seven languages, answer hundreds of questions about the cruise and provide information about on board services, guidance and suggestions or help to book a service. An easy to use device – guests simply say, “OK ZOE”, and she’s ready to help. The advanced voice recognition feature makes it…

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