|
CLICK
HERE
to
sign
up
for
weekly
cruise
alerts.
MyTravelAgentFriend.com
Promote
Your
Page
Too
"I
want
you
to
feel
confident
and
excited
about
the
choices
you
have,
no
matter
if
this
is
your
first
big
vacation,
a
honeymoon,
or
if
you
are
simply
seeking
a
new
adventure.
I'll
help
you
choose
the
vacation
or
cruise
that's
right
for
you--whether
you're
traveling
alone,
with
children,
or
with
a
group
of
relatives
or
friends.
| |
 
There are so many cruise lines. Many have
changed over the years, and there are some new ones that are growing fast.
Choosing the right one makes all the difference
in your experience.
Sometimes I may ask questions such as what do you
drive, where do you like to eat out, do you like dressing up, and what are your
hobbies.
If you can give me an idea of your habits and
lifestyle it makes it easier for met to recommend the perfect cruise for you.
I've created this page to give you an idea of
what each cruise line offers and specializes in. Scroll down for more on
each line or click a logo to go directly to the description for that Cruise
Line.
    
    
 Carnival
is the largest and most popular cruise line in the world, with 22 "Fun Ships"
operating voyages ranging from 3 to 18 days in length to the Bahamas, Caribbean,
Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, New England, Canada, the Panama Canal, Europe, Bermuda,
and South America.
-
Aboard ship, you will find world class dining, pampering service, Las
Vegas-style entertainment, friendly casinos, state of the art fitness
centers, camp carnival youth program, and the relaxed, casual atmosphere
that Carnival is famous for.
-
The
line currently has three new ships scheduled for delivery between now and
2011.
-
Average age is 47.
-
Carnival targets families, honeymooners, couples, seniors and
first time cruisers.
-
REMARKABLE DESTINATIONS ALL OVER THE WORLD: With over one hundred
eye-popping destinations like Alaska, Canada/New England, the Caribbean,
Bermuda, Mexico, Hawaii and Europe, the only difficult decision guests have
to make is where to go. And our expanding cruisetour offerings make this
decision even harder.
-
Passengers on Royal Caribbean ships are moderately upscale couples & singles
from mid-30s to mid-50s (age is slightly lower on 3 & 4 night cruises, and
higher on 10 night or longer cruises).
-
25%
are repeat passengers, 50% are first-time cruisers.
-
Royal Caribbean ships are ideal for first-time cruisers, honeymooners,
fitness fanatics, sunbathers, big families on a reunion or couples who want
some time together in a resort atmosphere.
-
RCI’s hallmarks: Innovative, “first-ever” hard ware including the FlowRider®
wave simulator, rock-climbing walls, ice skating rinks, miniature golf and
more.
Friendly service Gold Anchor Service; broadway-style entertainment; family
programs including their Adventure Ocean(R) youth program; ShipShape(SM)
health & fitness center; and activities for everyone.
-
THE
ROYAL ADVANTAGE: A Royal Caribbean International® cruise vacation is unlike
any other cruise or, for that matter, any other cruise vacation. And
how do we stand out in a sea of competition? Well, we are all committed to
delivering the vacation of a lifetime. . . everytime. And we do this
through the Royal Advantage, the pillar on which our brand philosophy rests.
-
GOLD ANCHOR SERVICE: A staff that’s helpful, accommodating and outgoing - we
often hear them described as “family.”
-
Crown & Anchor rewards past cruisers with special gifts,
upgrades, special parties, and more
-
9-13 night Alaska Cruisetour Packages, 12 & 13 night Canadian Rockies
Cruisetours, 7 & 12 night Alaska, 4-14 night Caribbean, 7-14 night Europe,
14 night South America, 14 night Panama Canal, 9-15 night Hawaii, 3-4 night
Pacific Northwest, 11-13 night Canada/New England, 13-16 night Europe
Cruisetour packages, 10-11 night Galapagos package.
-
Celebrity
Target Audience- Well educated; Age 35-54+, Well-traveled;
Unpretentious; Income $75+; Appreciate quality; Informed consumers;
Optimistic; Interested in culture; Happy with Life; Socially active.
Who cruises on
Celebrity?
-
The more savvy clients. They seek not simply a
cruise, but a complete cruise experience. One where every moment
holds an opportunity to restore the mind, body, and soul. If you
are looking for an experience that truly departs from the ordinary send
them our way.
-
Perfect for clients who: Seek an opportunity not
just to unwind, but rejuvenate.
-
Appreciate comfortable, elegant style, with the
outstanding service and amenities that allow them to enjoy each moment
to its fullest.
-
Savor the experience of exquisite gourmet cuisine
served in an atmosphere of understated elegance.
-
Strive to enrich their minds by learning about
diverse cultures, history and wildlife.
-
Are interested in an array of activities, from
shopping to dancing the night away. Anticipate opportunities to connect
with interesting people.
At NCL, our purpose is very
clear: challenge traditional cruise conventions so that we can deliver the most
liberating experience at sea for our guests. Were proud of the fact that
our innovative onboard experience offers vacationers freedom from the stress and
demands of everyday life and freedom to enjoy a relaxed, resort style experience
on their own terms.
There's a big difference
between us and the other guys - it's really more of a humongous difference -
here's why:
Simply put, NCL is the only
cruise line to offer Freestyle Cruising.
What is Freestyle Cruising?
-
You keep seeing Freestyle
Cruising and you don't know exactly what it is, right? That's because
we're the only cruise line that offers anything like it.
-
We have liberated our
guests from routines, rules, and schedules.
-
Let's start with the fact
that there are no fixed dining times.
-
And you never have to eat
in the same restaurant twice. Really.
-
We won't ask you to sit
with strangers like on other cruise lines. And, you only have to dress up if
you want to.
-
We've created that kind
of freedom throughout the ship with a ton of fun things to do, or not do.
-
It's NCL's Freestyle
Cruising. Where you're free to whatever.
Target Audience
- NCL has always appealed to a broad range of demographics in most destinations.
 |
Holland America Line has been cruising for
over 135 years. While our guests can always look forward to an
elegant cruise, they can also count on us to incorporate the kind of
modern amenities that turn a cruise into an unforgettable
experience. |
 |
Consider just a few of the many details that
set Holland America Line apart – and have turned so many past guests
into loyal ones:
Target Audience -
Average age is 55. Those with a premium lifestyle between
luxury and mass market, similar to Four Seasons, Mercedes, Ralph
Lauren brands. |
-
Cunard Line has
operated the most famous ocean liners in the world since
1840 and has long been synonymous with the quest for new
discoveries and the epitome of British finesse. Cunard vessels
have a classic British heritage and is the operator of the luxury
ocean liners Queen Mary 2®, Queen Victoria® and soon to be launched
in late 2010, Queen Elizabeth®, which are destined to recapture the
glamour of the original Queen Mary. Three nautical Queens will
reign again.
|
-
Queen Mary 2 is
the grandest, most magnificent ocean liner ever built who continues
the legendary Transatlantic Crossing. She’s a true heir to the
timeless elegance, legacy and inspiration of the great Cunard liners
of the legend. You’ll notice it the moment you walk into her
soaring Grand Lobby, and be awed from the first instance you
experience the famous Cunard White Star Service™. Yet this
sophisticated monarch also boasts the most modern luxuries and
amenities from the pampering services of the only Canyon Ranch
SpaClub™ to the fascinating Cultural Enrichment Programme and Cunard
Insights™ led by prestigious experts and dignitaries. This
regal royal must truly be experienced to be believed – come live the
adventure.
|
-
Queen Victoria -
Cunard’s newest ocean liner, seamlessly fuses the distinctive Cunard
heritage of civilized travel with an array of enticing modern
amenities and contemporary elegance. She boasts stunning
double and triple height spaces such as her soaring Grand Lobby,
where you will feel as if you have stepped back to a more
sophisticated era. Enjoy the breathtaking Royal Court Theatre
with the first at sea Private boxes which bring you unobstructed
views throughout.
|
-
Cunard’s dining
rooms offer classic cuisines, prepared and presented in the grand
style of the world’s finest restaurants. In the traditional manner,
our main dining rooms are paired with accommodation categories –
your clients share an assigned table throughout the voyage, in a
restaurant determined by their stateroom or suite.
|
-
Target
Audience: Affluent Worldly Travelers. Product
appeals to both men and women. Men play a more significant
role in decision making process. Mean age 60+ (US pax run
roughly 1/3 below age 60, 1/3 60-70, 1/3 70+. Median
house-hold income of $100,000+/$200-250K for Grill passengers.
Traveled to foreign countries 2-3 times in past 3 years. Cruised at
least once in past 3 years.
|
Oceania
Cruises will appeal to a discerning, sophisticated traveler in search of
world-class cuisine, unparalleled personal service, and an enriching,
in-depth, destination- oriented experience.
-
Three 684-passenger vessels -
Regatta, Insignia and Nautica
-
Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, the
1,252-guest Marina, is currently under construction and will set sail in
late 2010.
-
Itineraries in the Mediterranean,
Greek Isles, Black Sea, Scandinavia & Russia, Asia, South America, Australia
& New Zealand and the Caribbean.
-
Affordable luxury cruising.
-
Finest cuisine at sea with menus by
master chef Jacques Pépin.
-
Impeccable service with 1.68 guest
to staff ratio.
-
Country-club casual atmosphere with
no tuxedos or gowns ever required or expected.
-
Voted Travel + Leisure’s Top 3
World’s Best Large Cruise Ship Line 2003 - 2008.
-
Free air and 2 for 1 cruise fares
always offered during new season introductory period.
-
Conde Nast Travelers Gold List 2005
– 2008.
Silversea’s all-inclusive fares are the most comprehensive in the
industry and include:
-
all
beverages including wines, champagnes and spirits from around the world;
-
all
gratuities; and a special shore side event on select sailings, exotic
itineraries and genuine hospitality.
-
Economy air transportation and deluxe pre-cruise accommodations (where
applicable) which include all transfers and porterage are also available for
an additional charge.
-
The
line’s intimate sister ships, Silver Cloud and Silver Wind, carry just 296
pampered guests in true splendor.
-
The
Silver Whisper and Silver Shadow are slightly larger than the Cloud and Wind
and carry a maximum of 382 guests.
-
The
Prince Albert II, Silversea's expedition ship carries 132 guests.
Target
Audience - Anyone with a desire for travel to exotic and fascinating
destinations in a luxurious ship with an ambiance reminiscent of an elegant
seaside hideaway.
-
Viking River Cruises offers its passengers food,
all-included shore excursions, great service and scenic cruising along
the rivers of Europe, Russia and China .
-
Cruisetours range from 8 to 17 days with a wide
variety of itineraries.
-
The fleet consists of 23 ships accommodating an
average of 150 guests per ship in Europe and 300 in China.
- Ships are
designed specially for the tastes of American travelers.
- All-outside,
deluxe staterooms (all-balcony in China) feature hotel-style
beds private bath room with shower and hairdryer, TV with
U.S./English programs, air conditioning, telephone, and safe.
- Each ship boasts
an onboard restaurant, bar, sun deck, walk-around promenade deck
and library.
Target
Audience - A perfect getaway for both novice travelers and
seasoned cruise veterans. Active senior market, age 50+.
Destinations Served | Austria |
Belgium | China | Czech Republic | Finland | France | Germany | Netherlands
| Russia | Switzerland | Thailand | Ukraine | Asia | Europe | Hong Kong |
Tibet | Cambodia |
- MSC Cruises is currently
the world’s fastest growing European and Italian cruise line. From a
fleet of three ships a mere four years ago, we have grown into a truly
global cruise line that boasts a fleet of eight magnificent ships today.
With four more vessels under construction scheduled to set sail between
2008 and 2010, MSC Cruises is the world’s fastest growing cruise line.
- MSC uniquely combines a
deep heritage at sea, Italian culture and Mediterranean cuisine to
deliver the ultimate cruise experience while displaying the finest
hospitality afloat.
- Kids sail free for
Caribbean, Transatlantic and Europe!
- Destinations Served
| South America | Europe | Transatlantic | Caribbean |
- Target Audience:
Families, Baby boomers, Seniors
Coming soon.....
|
