http://repositioningcruisesguide.com Repositioning cruises information, tips, and cruise deals. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 22:46:59 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en It’s been a long, wet winter, and a vacation sounds pretty good right about now.   But there’s not a lot of discretionary income left over this year, and it’s hard to take much time off from work because things are so busy. If any of this strikes a chord with you, ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/03/west-coast-repositioning-cruises-on-holland-america-line-in-april-and-may-2010/ The economy isn’t bouncing back as quickly as everyone had hoped, so travel sales are still down.  And the cruise industry is responding by slashing prices to the bone.   Right now, transatlantic repositioning cruises to Europe this spring are a fantastic deal with fares under $50 per person, per day. Even ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/03/incredible-deals-on-transatlantic-repositioning-cruises/ “Bigger is better” seems to be the Royal Caribbean motto. Over the years, a RCCL ship has frequently been the biggest cruise vessel in the world. And today, the 5,400-passenger Oasis of the Seas holds that distinction. Royal Caribbean’s cruises appeal to active travelers who want to have ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/02/royal-caribbean-transatlantic-repositioning-cruises-in-april-2010/ Those who’ve had the good fortune to cruise aboard one of the Yachts of Seabourn know that their service, food, and accommodations are absolutely top of the line. With amenities like Hermes and l’Occitane toiletries, all-suite staterooms, and menus created by celebrity chef Charlie Palmer, everything is a cut above.  And ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/02/save-up-to-70-off-seabourn-transatlantic-repositioning-cruises-in-spring-2010/ Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) began offering week-long Caribbean cruises from Miami in 1966.  In 1979, they introduced the first “megaship,” the SS Norway, and they’ve never looked back. NCL has been responsible for many popular cruising innovations, not the least of which is Freestyle Cruising, which lets passengers dine wherever, and ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/02/transatlantic-repositioning-cruises-in-april-2010-on-norwegian-cruise-line/ MSC started out as a cargo shipping company. In the late 1980s, they began carrying passengers, and today, they’re one of the fastest growing cruise lines in the world – with one of the newest fleets. They add new ships and itineraries to their repertoire often. Most of their ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/02/transatlantic-repositioning-cruises-in-april-2010-on-msc-cruise-lines/ Holland America Line transatlantic repositioning cruises in April 2010. In business since 1873, Holland America Line has one of the most impressive legacies in the cruising industry. Over the years, they’ve established a tradition of excellence in every area of cruising. And today, they’re offering new services and amenities ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/02/transatlantic-repositioning-cruises-in-april-2010-on-holland-america/ April is the peak month for repositioning cruises from Florida or the Caribbean to Europe.  Because there’s so much competition, fares for these cruises are some of the best cruise deals ever.  Just be sure to calculate the cost of airfare before you count your savings.  Because you’ll need an ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/02/transatlantic-repositioning-cruises-in-april-2010-on-disney-and-fred-olsen-cruise-lines/ April is when most of the cruise ships that will spend the summer sailing in the Mediterranean or North Atlantic return to Europe. Springtime in the Mediterranean is pleasant, and you’ll miss the heat and crowds of summer. Most of these sailings are a terrific cruise bargains too with per-day ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/02/transatlantic-repositioning-cruises-in-april-2010-on-azamara-and-celebrity-cruise-lines/ By the middle of April, many of the ships that have spent the winter cruising in the Caribbean reposition to be ready for the summer cruising season in Alaska. The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, which is also known as the Jones Act, prohibits foreign-flagged ships from embarking and disembarking passengers ... http://repositioningcruisesguide.com/2010/01/repositioning-cruises-to-alaska-in-spring-2010/