Apparently Holland America has a policy that no customers can book a cabin and waitlist a lower category cabin, not just a lower priced cabin, but any lower category. The only allowable waitlists are to waitlist up, or to waitlist with a deposit, but no booking.
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There is a lot of talk about airline consolidation these days, what with United and Continental in talks for an alliance, and Delta’s takeover of Northwest, and rumors about just about every other domestic airline. But the real consolidation has been in the cruise industry, and it might be about to get much worse.
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Why are some cruise travelers smarter than others? Simply put, they’ve been there, done that, and through trial and error have concocted strategies that avoid travel mishaps. Here are some tips that guarantee smooth sailing from cruisers in the know.
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Cruise executives at the annual Seatrade Cruise Shipping convention in Miami said deteriorating consumer confidence, a recoiling in discretionary spending and widespread job loss has hurt their bottom line, forcing them to slash fares and pump up onboard spending bonuses just to stay afloat.
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When you cruise abroad, you might be surprised to discover immunization requirements that are confusing and little-known. Read about one cruising couple’s odyssey in dealing with the myriad of requirements for yellow fever immunizations.
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At this time of year, just about everyone devotes a column to predictions for the year ahead. I don’t have a crystal ball, but I can tell you the shape of things to come on the high seas in 2009: no fuel supplements (for now), massive tonnage, new luxury, greener ships, ship makeovers, and — would you believe? — zip-lining and a carousel.
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The Alaska cruise season may be over, but it’s never too early to start planning for the next year. A 7-day cruise to Alaska’s Inside Passage may sound like the ultimate vacation, but imagine doing it with teenagers. Find out how Anita Dunham-Potter navigates the Alaskan waters onboard Holland America’s Oosterdam with two teens in tow.
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The 86,700-ton, 2,104-passenger Eurodam is the largest and first in the new Signature-class series for Holland America Line. Compared to other new ships, Eurodam is mid-sized and doesn’t offer the recently hyped megaship trends like zip lines or ice bars. Instead the line has focused on what it says are relevant guest features like service and upgraded premium amenities.
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The economy is slumping and cruise lines are scrambling to fill their berths. What does that mean for you? Great deals on a cruise vacation — and a good excuse for spending that tax rebate check. Anita Dunham-Potter has the details.
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