Information about the latest cruises, what's happening in the industry and how Pleasant Vacation can help you get on the right ship and do the right activities.
Submitted by patrick on April 9, 2012 - 8:06pm
Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines is a Norwegian/American company that operates out of Miami, Florida. Royal Caribbean operate 5 different cruise lines: Royal Caribbean international, Celebrity Cruises, Pullmantur Cruises, Azamara Club Cruises, and CDF Croisieres de France.
Royal Caribbean International
With 42 cruise ships in service, Royal Caribbean International owns a 24% share of the worldwide cruise market. It broke vacationing ground in 1986 by leasing coastal property in Haiti, now called Labadee, which is exclusively for the travelers or their cruise lines. Since then, they have been continuously adding new and improved ships to their fleet.
Allure of the Seas
Royal Caribbean keeps stunning the world with its incredible cruise vacations. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, they add the unbelievable Allure of the Seas to their line of cruise ships.
Allure of the Seas is the largest cruise ship in the world, at 50 millimeters longer than its sister ship, Oasis of the Seas. The steel hull weighs 100,000 metric tons and the ship features a two-deck dance hall, all-you-can-eat buffets, an ice skating rink, and a theatre with 1,380 seats. You will love this vacation!
Caribbean Vacations
And where do you want to go on your Royal Caribbean cruise? Well, why not take advice from the cruise line’s name?
Yes, Caribbean vacations are a terrific way to enjoy some sunshine and tropical living. You can water ski, ride horses, fish, sunbathe, snorkel, visit local landmarks, and dine on fine cuisine in exotic locations, like Jamaica, Bermuda, and Punta Cana.
Check out options for this and other cruise vacations from Pleasant Vacation and check back for outstanding deals on last minute vacations. Follow us on Twitter @Pleasantvac
Submitted by patrick on February 7, 2012 - 8:34pm
Cruise vacations usually involve over-the-top theatrics including live Vegas-like shows, casinos, and huge buffets. Sometimes, you just want the peace and relaxation of a fun cruise where the scenery off the ship is more of a draw than the activities aboard. If this sounds appealing, then Avalon Waterways are the perfect cruises for you!
Avalon River Cruises
Avalon Waterways isn’t a large trans-Atlantic cruise ship. No, Avalon provides river cruises through areas like Europe, Egypt, Asia, and the Galapagos Islands. These smaller ships create very intimate cruise vacations and allow you to fully discover the locations set on the itinerary. It is more about the voyage than the destination.
Avalon Waterways have been steadily adding to its impressive fleet of river cruises. The interior décor of these ships is stately and elegant. Discover the old-fashioned charms of Europe via a relaxing trip down the river.
As always, Pleasant Vacation has great deals on Avalon river cruises in places like Amsterdam, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. You don’t have many opportunities for experiences like this, so take it while you can!
Vacation Specials
Check out the amazing deals the Pleasant Vacation offers at up to 10% lower than the competition. We save our best deals for the Vacation Specials section of our website, so you can look in one spot for all of the premier bargains. Check out the blog from last week that explains how the Vacation Specials work and how to get the most savings.
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Submitted by patrick on January 24, 2012 - 9:34pm
Carnival Cruise Lines are the most popular cruise vacations around! Specializing in shorter, cheaper cruises, along with full-scale journeys, this fleet of ships is beloved for the options they provide.
You can find great cruise vacations whether you are travelling alone, with a spouse, or with your family. The Caribbean cruises are an unforgettable experience. You stop in various ports to visit island cultures while soaking in the warm sunshine.
Last Minute Cruises
When you’re single, last minute cruises are not only a possibility, they are a necessity! Sometimes you just need to escape the cold winter months or boring work schedule and ship off on a week-long voyage with gambling, fine cuisine, and entertainment in a tropical paradise.
Even if you have a girlfriend, boyfriend, or spouse, you can still pack up at a moment’s notice to for last minute cruises. Take a romantic getaway with your loved one in a trip you won’t soon forget. Soon enough you will have too many responsibilities or be too old to just leave when the fancy strikes, so enjoy it while you can!
Carnival Breeze
In June 2012, our newest ship, the Carnival Breeze, will be launched from the Miami homeport. It is a Dream-class vessel; like the Carnival Dream it is a 128,000 gross ton ship. The Carnival Breeze is the third Dream-class ship, joining the Dream and Magic. Check out Carnival cruise lines for this new liner in the summer.
Vacations Specials
Check out more travel deals in our Vacation Specials section where we present our best bargains. These deals are up to 10% below competing travel websites. You’re sure to find the perfect vacation specials for your price range.
Also visit our blog, with articles like this one about Destination Weddings in Hawaii.
Submitted by patrick on January 9, 2012 - 11:10pm
If you are looking to take cruise vacations in the coming months, consider Norwegian cruise lines. These luxury ships are built to accommodate all sorts of travelers with a wide array of desires and tastes. This company believes that cruises should be… well… vacations. You shouldn’t have to be worried about seating arrangements or schedules or pre-planned activities. Instead, you should determine what you want to do and when you have time, a concept they call “freestyle cruising.”
Freestyle Cruising
Norwegian Cruise Lines motto of freestyle cruising gives the traveler the option to make his or her own decisions. This simple, but brilliant, philosophy gives more freedom to the paying customer, creating a more rewarding experience.
Instead of being forced to eat a predetermined meal, the wait staff will ask what you want.
Are you in the middle of a cleansing facial wrap when the ships docks at port? Don’t stop exfoliating to go on land, wait until you are finished.
Would you rather dress up or go casual? The choice is all yours!
Freestyle cruising is the epitome of what cruise vacations are about; avoiding the obligations of everyday life in order to do what you want to do.
Cruise Specials
Right now Pleasant Vacation is offering cruise specials on some of the most exciting vacation destinations we feature. Trip locations include the Canary Islands, Western Mediterranean, and Southern Caribbean.
Purchase the vacation packages that best suit your needs. You can find unbelievably affordable cruise specials on Norwegian cruise lines or additional cruise vacations.
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Submitted by patrick on October 18, 2011 - 8:36pm
When summer is approaches and you need to determine what you want to do with your family on your days off, there are plenty of options. Many families take a road trip to see Mount Rushmore or Yellowstone National Park. Some choose to visit other family members; grandparents, aunts and uncles, or distant cousins. The latest, budget-based craze is the stay-cation, where remaining at home to save money becomes the most financially viable option.
But what if there was a vacation options that blew those others out of the water? Something that was fun, yet affordable, shouldn’t you at least consider it?
Luckily, Pleasant Vacation offers great bargains on cruise vacations to multiple destinations around the world. There is no better way to spend your vacation than lounging on a week-long cruise.
Not all cruises are the same, so there are some things you need to know before you plan a cruise in order to pick the ideal one.
1) Decide on the best vacation destination: What do you want from your cruise? Are you looking for great beaches with sunshine to just relax? Do you want to tour beautiful countries with amazing landscapes? Are you trying to immerse yourself in a new culture?
Depending on what you want, you should be able to find the vacation destination with a cruise to match it. For a tropical paradise, try Hawaii or Caribbean cruises. You will not believe the majestic mountains on Alaska cruises. And European vacations allow you to learn about the different peoples and cultures with each port you stop at.
2) Pick your amenities: Cruise ships are like floating hotels and each has unique amenities to offer you. Some feature fantastic entertainment with celebrity comedians, performers, and singers taking the stage. Others have elaborate casinos where you can spin the roulette wheel, play Black Jack, or watch the flashing lights on a slot machine. Don’t forget about the delicious cuisine served on these luxury ships, including dinner buffets and meals made by world-class chefs.
Decide which features you cannot live without and look up the amenities offered by potential cruises lines. That will help you make choose between potential cruises. But remember that all of them will work their hardest to satisfy you and leave you pleased afterwards.
3) Calculate how much you are willing to pay: This is obviously a huge issue. It is not merely one of preference, but of capability. Some people simply cannot afford the most luxurious cruise lines, like Holland America Line and Princess Cruises.
But you’re in luck, because Pleasant Vacation has terrific deals on many cruise vacations that will relieve your burden and allow you to take that perfect trip. There are also a myriad of less expensive options on some of the smaller ships that will still be quite memorable for you and your family.
Family Vacations
Don’t give up hope on taking a fun family vacation; instead shop Pleasant Vacation for our discount vacations that are up to 10% lower than competing travel agents. Besides, would you rather be crammed into a car for a week or enjoying the fresh sea air aboard a cruise vacation? That choice isn’t even difficult.
