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Make the Most of Theme Cruises

Theme cruises are more popular now than ever before.  What started off as a way for like-minded travelers to bond at sea has turned into a multi-million dollar niche; however, cruise companies aren’t the only ones benefitting from these unique voyages.  Passengers also gain in more ways than one when booking a theme cruise.  Not only do guests enjoy all the services and amenities associated with a regular cruise, they also get the added bonus of partaking in a specific passion, be it music, cooking, writing or scrapbooking. Helping stretch passengers dollars at sea is Holland America.  The cruise company … Continue reading →

“All Shook Up” Over An Elvis Cruise

In previous posts I detailed cruises specifically designed for bloggers, country music fans, knitters, chess players, foodies, and Trekkies. Now, the masterminds behind specialty cruises have designed a cruise exclusively for fans of one of the world’s most popular entertainers—Elvis. Carnival Cruise Lines has teamed up with a reputable charter music cruise operator to offer “The Elvis Cruise.” Unlike other Elvis-themed cruises, this one is touted as the “first authentic, fully licensed specialty cruise that celebrates the music and life of the legendary Elvis Presley.” Lending authenticity to the one-of-a-kind voyage is Jerry Schilling, a longtime friend and confidant of … Continue reading →

More Theme Cruise Options

Are you a fan of caviar, Frank Sinatra, knitting, or Elvis? If you answered “yes,” you aren’t alone. There are millions of you out there—enough for cruise companies to form special packages so that you can mingle with your fellow fans. In a previous blog I listed some of the hottest theme cruises on the water. Here now is another list featuring more specialty cruises, which seemingly cater to every passion under the sun. BON VOYAGE! “Slayer Cruise” If you are a fan of the TV series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Angel” this is your ultimate fantasy come true. … Continue reading →

Is A Theme Cruise Right For You?

You’ve heard of Disney cruises, and Concert cruises, but what about Caviar cruises and Gothic cruises? Or, how about setting sail on a luxury ocean liner and being surrounded by passengers with pointed ears discussing the dangers of the Klingons? You guessed it—a voyage on a Star trek cruise. Ahoy maties! Welcome to the wonderful world of theme cruises. In a previous blog I detailed the popularity of these high seas theme outings. Hitting the water with a purpose (besides getting a tan and indulging in all-you-can-eat-buffets) is a growing trend. In the past several years cruise lines have been … Continue reading →