Cruise Lines
What is Different About Carnival?
If you’re thinking of cruising, there’s a very good chance you’re considering a Carnival cruise. Growing since they founded in 1972, Carnival Cruise Line — "The World’s Most Popular Cruise Line®" — now carries millions of passengers every year. Their newest ship is Carnival Horizon, which debuted in April of 2018, and they're introducing the new Carnival Panorama and the totally transformed Carnival Sunrise setting sail in 2019.
In a nutshell… they are all about fun vacations at sea and ashore! A Carnival cruise features day and nighttime entertainment like stage shows, musical performances, deck parties, casinos and more. (Like what? Like waterslides!) Guests come as they are, and they make everyone feel right at home with comfy staterooms, attentive service, casual and elegant dining, plus a variety of bars and gathering places indoors and out. Guests enjoy this unique experience against the backdrop of some of the world’s most beautiful seaports.
Their 26 ships operate 3- to 24-day voyages, departing from every coast in the U.S., as well as Canada, Puerto Rico and Barbados. While they are best known for Caribbean cruises, they sail to other exotic and amazing destinations like Mexico, Alaska, The Bahamas, Cuba, Europe, Hawaii and the Far East. Additionally, Carnival Cruise Line Australia now has three ships, and offers cruises from Sydney and Melbourne to New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and Singapore.

Is Carnival Right for you?
If you enjoy a fun-filled lively atmosphere this is the cruise line for you. Carnival is a great fit for everyone from kids to seniors at affordable prices. 
What makes Royal Caribbean Different?
Royal Caribbean is always bringing the WOW and introducing us to new exciting innovations and experiences at sea that we would never have thought possible. It used to be the destination that led to the cruise buying decision but now more and more people are looking at the ship as the destination and the ports of call are just not as important to most people as they used to be.
Onboard a Royal Caribbean Ship you can Rock Climb, Ice Skate Roller Skate, Zip Line, Surf or Sky Dive - Not an adrenaline Junkie? You can sit back and just watch.
Are you a fan of Broadway Musicals? If so, you will find full length productions of show like Mamma Mia, Cats and Hairspray – These productions and more are available on all Oasis and Quantum Class Ships for FREE!
If you prefer to simply take a nap by the pool or read a book on your balcony, have at it! After all it’s your vacation and you can spend if however you please.
The activities and entertainment for the whole family are certainly something that separates Royal Caribbean from the other cruise lines.

Is Royal Caribbean the right choice for you?
Royal Caribbean is a mass market cruise line that tries and succeeds in appealing to everyone.
When it comes to pricing they fall somewhere in the middle as they are not the most expensive and not the cheapest either. The prices are generally affordable to everyone in the market for a cruise. You will find that the ship, itinerary and time of year will dictate pricing. For instance, Christmas break is one of the most expensive times of the year to travel and October tends to be the least expensive time.
Royal Caribbean is a great choice for anyone as there is always something to do onboard – you are not likely to hear the famous words “I’m bored!” from any of your kids. 
Whether you are a first time cruiser or an experienced cruiser, our experienced agents can help you find the Royal Caribbean ship and itinerary that is right for you.
Royal Caribbean is the first cruise line to achieve Autism Friendly Certification from Autism on the SeasTM — an independent organization dedicated to making the cruise experience comfortable and enjoyable for all guests. 
What Makes Norwegian Different?
Some love getting dressed up for formal night and sharing a table full of people they don’t know at dinner and others just cringe at the thought. Norwegian was the first cruise line to introduce a more laid back approach to cruising with their Freestyle Cruising concept, where there are no enforced dress codes and no fixed dining times with assigned tables.
Norwegian offers a wide variety of onboard dining options such as French, Italian, Asian, Traditional Steakhouses, Brazilian Steakhouses, celebrity chef inspired restaurants and dinner shows featuring Cirque du Soleil, magicians and musicians that require reservation and an additional fee.
Norwegian is the only cruise line to offer 7-Night Hawaiian Island Cruises round trip from Honolulu.
The first cruise line to introduce Studio Staterooms designed for solo travelers. Solo travelers can connect with each other in the exclusive Studio Lounge and enjoy complimentary, coffee, tea, juices and snacks throughout the day.

Is Norwegian the Right Choice for you?
Norwegian offers innovative ships with entertainment designed to work for families with children of different ages.
If you are a single cruiser – studio staterooms are just right for you as there are no single supplements resulting in lower fares for those who prefer to sail alone.
Choose Norwegian if doing your own thing is your idea of a real vacation and you want to leave your formal attire at home.
Specialty Restaurants can be pricey. The alternative dining options on the newer ships are very good and include everything from a clam bar on deck to a sushi and regional seafood restaurant. That said, these upgrades will cost you: Meals at Margaritaville, for example, are priced á la carte, and cakes by the Cake Boss are $50.
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What is Different About Celebrity?
Celebrity Cruises, the first cruise line to grow real grass and build a serious art collection, has long been one of the most innovative lines. You can play a game of bocce or enjoy a romantic picnic for 2 at the lawn club that features a half acre of real grass. Hot Glass Show, a custom designed, outdoor glass blowing studio where you can see living art take shape - something never seen before on a cruise ship.

Celebrity offers a wide variety of daytime activities includes the educational like Apple Classes where you can learn how to use your iPhone, Mac or iPad and the fun, such as water volleyball matches with ship officers.

Specialty restaurants on Celebrity include small plate style Qsine, which serves sushi lollipops, soups in test tubes, and mini burgers along with cute little ketchup and mustard bottles and the Lawn Club Grill where you can select and cook your own meat.

The fabulous bars include the Brat Pack-style Martini Bar to Michael’s Club, which serves dozens of craft beers and offers an extensive bourbon menu.

The AquaSpa services include some of the best steam rooms at sea, complete with heated, tiled lounge chairs.
Celebrity's Concierge-class fills the gap between standard balcony staterooms and suites, with added perks such as pillow menus and priority restaurant reservations. Aqua Class cabins offer fancy showers with a foot rest to make shaving your legs easier, nicer bath products, and complimentary access to the steam rooms.

No more formal nights - now it’s Evening Chic. While dressier than Smart Casual, Evening Chis is less dressy than formal attire. For women: A cocktail dress, skirt, pants or designer Jeans with an elegant top. For Men: Pants or designer jeans with a dress shirt, button-down shirt or sweater and optional sport coat or blazer.

Is Celebrity Right for you?
Celebrity attracts couples, families, and groups who want style and comfort without luxury-line fares.  Perfect for those 40 and up who don't need a constant lineup of activities who enjoy the combination of romance, a little decadence, and opportunity to relax.  Celebrity has kids program that is very good and will keep the kids entertained but it is not the best as this cruise line is geared more toward couples and that is who you will see onboard the most.


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What is Different About Holland America?
Formed over 140 years ago, Holland America largely sailed out of Rotterdam to serve the travel needs of the Dutch. In the heydays of transatlantic crossings, before the birth of jetliner travel, they became famous for beautiful decor and lavish service on ships like the SS Rotterdam. This ship is now permanently moored as a floating hotel in that city.
Most of the crew onboard is from either Indonesia or the Philippines. Why? Holland has had a long history of trading with Indonesia and the US with the Philippines and in working together it was discovered that both Indonesia and the Philipines have a reputation for a high service ethic. It was a natural choice for Holland America Line to make as the cruise industry changed and it became harder to find staff to maintain their high level of service standards. Why Indonesia and the Phillipines? Indonesian people do not drink or serve alcohol so you will find most bartenders to be from the Philippines.
Stateroom Direct Service program simplifies the boarding process by giving guests immediate access to their staterooms upon embarkation. Under the program, staterooms will be ready as early as 11:30 a.m., and cruisers will no longer have to check their carry-on bags and wait in public areas while their staterooms are being prepared. Additionally, arriving guests will receive their luggage earlier, allowing them more time to unpack and settle into their rooms. Guests also will have the opportunity to enjoy lunch at their leisure in the line’s Lido restaurant, which features a full-service buffet.
The Staterooms are generously sized and are on average about 25% larger than other cruise lines.
Game-Changing Entertainment ~ BB King Blues Club, Billboard Onboard brings the top hits of the past 50 years to life and dueling pianos rock the house, Lincoln Center Stage entertains at a more relaxing pace, featuring world-class musicians selected by New York’s acclaimed Lincoln Center, and amped up big production LED Shows.
The intimate public spaces, such as the Silk Den, Pinnacle Wine Bar, Explorer’s Lounge, and well-stocked New York Times-branded library have a way of making larger ships feel homey.

Is Holland America Right for you?
Holland America caters to affluent adults with midsize ships that carry between 835 and 2,648 guests and a nearly 2-to-1 passenger-to-crew ratio that ensures high-quality service.
If you’re seeking sporty recreation or a constant party, a Holland America cruise is not for you.
When it’s too cool for the pool some kids could feel under-stimulated without the bowling alleys, skating rinks, and rock-climbing walls that keep kids amused on other lines.

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What Makes Azamara Club Cruises Different?
Azamara was formed in 2007, when Royal Caribbean acquired 2 ships from a now defunct cruise line. The ships, Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest are small weighing in at 30,277 tons and only carry 686 passengers, offer a more intimate onboard experience and take you to ports where larger ships won’t fit like the heart of Marseille, Amalfi, Crete or Bangkok – while larger ships dock hours away. Guests have more time to spend in port to fully experience the culture, cuisine, scenery and people.
Azamara includes amenities that other cruise likes charge for such as standard alcoholic beverages, beer and wine, specialty coffee and teas, self service laundry, transportation from the ship to the town center in most ports, and gratuities
Azamara ships often spend longer days and overnights in popular and exotic ports of call and offer a complimentary evening event ashore on each voyage.
A virtually smoke free environment, smokers on Azamara ships are restricted to a small section of the pool deck.

Is Azamara Club Cruises Right for you?
Azamara doesn’t quite hit the luxury mark, but it is a high end cruise at a more affordable price.
Azamara is ideal for those who enjoy the finer things, both in life and in their travel experiences.
Azamara Club Cruises is adult-focused and not the best choice for families who depend on child focused activities. There are no facilities or programs for children.
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