Fuel Supplement Suspended

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd has announced that they are to suspend the fuel supplement for Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises. This suspension applies to all sailings that depart from the 1st January 2009 to anywhere in the world.

This suspension in the fuel supplement is due to the lower prices of fuel that are currently in place.

Guests who now book a cruise that departs from 1st January 2008 will not be charged the fuel supplement and those who have already booked for sailings after this date will receive a refund.

For the full press release see The Cruise News.

2009 Debut for Oasis

Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas is scheduled to make her debut in December 2009. She is currently under construction in Finland and has just reached an important maritime milestone. Oasis of the Seas was floated out in mid November ready to begin the final stages of interior work. The cruise ship will feature a unique concept whereby the ship will be divided into seven areas which will enable guests to find an area that best suits their personal style, preference and mood. Guests will also find a wide array of accommodation options to suit all needs and tastes. Oasis of the Seas will weigh in at 220,000 gross tons and will cater for 5,400 guests in 2,700 staterooms. Facilities onboard will include a sports zone, fitness centre, youth zone and entertainment place on a total of 16 decks. For the full press release see The Cruise News.

Royal Caribbean Connecting Flights

When travelling to your Royal Caribbean cruise you will be transferred to wherever your cruise starts with minimum fuss. A lot of the Caribbean cruises depart from Texas and Florida and so a connecting flight is important for UK customers. You will be flown over the day before your cruise is due to depart and will be transferred to a hotel for the night. You can then board the cruise at your own pace the day after. The cost of the flights from the UK are included in the price so you do not need to worry about any extra charges.

Royal Caribbean Suites

A suite on board any of the Royal Caribbean fleet is spacious, airy and everything you could need whilst on board. Suites have their own private balcony with ocean views. You can enjoy a bottle of wine or read a book with the sea as your back drop- peace and tranquillity. Inside the suite there is a sitting area separated from the bed area, which is 2 twin beds or a queen size bed. The room also comes equipped with a TV and telephone as well as a fridge or minibar fully stocked with a wide range of liquors and snack food.

No Fuel Supplement For Royal

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd has announced that they will cut fuel supplement charges for Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises on all bookings made after 10th November 2008.

They have chosen to cut fuel charges to coincide with the recent reductions in global fuel prices. The price cuts apply to cruises anywhere in the world on sailings that depart after 1st January 2010.

Guidelines have been established to determine whether fuel supplement refunds will be provided for sailings that begin in 2009 and later and were booked prior to 10th November 2008.

Royal Caribbean will closely monitor the changes in global fuel prices and therefore may have to reinstate a fuel supplement charge.

For the full press release see The Cruise News.

Youth Zone For Oasis

Royal Caribbean has announced details of the final stage to be added to the deck plans of Oasis of the Seas.  A youth zone is to be added that will cater for children and teens onboard the ship when it is launched in November 2008.

The youth zone will include various themed play areas, a nursery for infants and toddlers, a central boulevard and much more. Many activities will take place in the youth zone including arts and crafts, scavenger hunts and talent shows that will be designed for the different age groups.

Oasis of the Seas will also see the addition of a kids arcade, science lab, a play area for a variety of sports activities and a theatre.

The teen area will see the addition of two FlowRider surf simulators, a golf course and sports courts.

For the full press release see The Cruise News.

Visa Waiver Scheme

Many people do not realise that travelling to the States does not require a visa; it is operated by what is known as the Visa Waiver Scheme. As long as you have a new and machine readable passport you will be fine.

However, if you have been arrested for any crime, even if you where not found guilty, it could effect your chances of getting onto the US. If you have any doubt contact the Consular Information unit, United States Embassy, 24 Grosvenor Square, London W1A 1AE or U.S. Embassy Dublin 42 Elgin Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Further information can be obtained by visiting www.usembassy.org.uk.

Royal Caribbean Travel Insurance

You have just booked your cruise with Royal Caribbean; you’ve just paid it off. Have you made your sure you have booked your Travel Insurance?

Royal Caribbean insists all passengers have Insurance before boarding any of their cruise ships to ensure every passenger is covered in the case of an emergency. So make sure you get your travel insurance to ensure piece of mind when relaxing on board with Royal Caribbean.

Travel Insurance can be purchased nowaday at fairly reasonable prices through companies such as Money Supermarket who offer some great insurance policies.

Accessibility For All

Did you know that Royal Caribbean cruise are suitable for anyone? You may think that a cruise may not be suitable for you but you’ve always wanted to go on one. Well, now is your chance.

Royal Caribbean offers an onboard experience that is accessible to everyone. Each of the twenty one ships offer staterooms that are easily accessible to wheelchairs as well as easy access around the ship, allowing you to enjoy the cruise you want.

With visual impairment Royal Caribbean use Braille to make the cruise as enjoyable and easy as possible. They have also installed facilities enabling guests with hearing impairments to travel easily. Facilities include portable room kits, assisted listening systems and even sign language interpreters.

With a cruise that has been made accessible and enjoyable for everyone you will be sure to be left wanting more.

100 Different Ports of Call

Royal Caribbean visit more than 100 different ports of call around the world offering plenty of shore excursions to keep everyone entertained.

Destinations on the itineraries for Royal Caribbean include Alaska where you can experience the wildlife and glaciers, Asia and Australia which are both filled with culture, fascinating sights and plenty to explore.

For a destination that promises to be sunny the Bahamas is the place to go; where you can swim in the crystal clear waters and sunbathe on the incredible beaches.

Other destinations on offer include Canada, Hawaii, Mexico and South America.

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