tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.comments2012-05-14T13:00:27.044+03:00Grant Holmesnoreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-90541318942049777482012-05-14T13:00:27.044+03:002012-05-14T13:00:27.044+03:00My take. Everyone has a great time on the ships and come for the sole purpose of having a good time. However, at times, it does indeed, end in tragedy in cases such as this. People seem to be really targeting the ships and blame everything they can on the cruise line itself and forget that the people involved too have a responsibility to themselves and those around them. Serving to a minor is unacceptable, however, over the age of 21, that person can say &#39;no&#39;. Alcohol is there, it will always be there. It doesn&#39;t matter if you are on a cruise, in a hotel, traveling by plane or train, it is always going to be available. In many case, people are drinking at the beach, at a bar, at a restaurant and more, they return to the ship and continue to drink. I have had the experience of not realizing some one talking to me was plastered. Later, I found out he passed out on the stairs from intoxication. Some can hold it, some can&#39;t, some take risks, some don&#39;t, but when traveling on a ship, one can try to climb over the balcony, as easily as doing this at a hotel, it is relevant to an individual&#39;s case and exactly where they are. We have forgotten to take the 50/50 approach of responsibility and conduct. I for one feel so ill to read of someone&#39;s death during their vacation, the families have my sympathy and condolences; through their loss and pain, we can learn for the future in order not to lose another. <br />Joyce-editorGrant Holmeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-8857164088956682252012-04-23T20:22:09.818+03:002012-04-23T20:22:09.818+03:00This is great news for The United Arab Emirates. Solid proof they are gaining momentum and energy to attract passengers to the region. Costa Cruises, the largest European cruise line, has been instrumental in being the first cruise line to make UAE a home port; thus, offering pre- and post- excursion options to enhance the excitement of this cruise destination. Positive feedback from the passengers allows for more development and more ships. Looks like Dubai is prepared and ready to efficiently and professionally take care of each ship and their guests in a style and manner they will enjoy.Joyce Gleeson-Adamidisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-78093719794727856162012-04-21T18:04:33.121+03:002012-04-21T18:04:33.121+03:00I agree with Grant, As with today&#39;s expectations of giving everything, I see that all cruise lines will have to up the anty as they do everything to draw the vacationer. A wide variety is needed in order to balance all likes to what the tourist want to participate in.Joyce Gleeson-Adamidisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-74334457290051888732012-04-21T17:41:38.572+03:002012-04-21T17:41:38.572+03:00It is a wonder why more established Cruise Lines do not generate more inventive Cruise and Stay initiatives along with shore side synergies. <br /><br />Tour Operating based Cruise Lines both past and present such as Thomson Cruises, First Choice Cruises (in the past) and TUI Cruises have been doing this for years. <br /><br />Cruise and Stay programs ensure greater impact and benefit for the destinations that Cruise Ships frequent. They harmonise the Cruise business activity and offer greater balance and diversification to the Cruise Passenger.Grant Holmeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-91151838755303050402012-03-14T14:31:30.065+02:002012-03-14T14:31:30.065+02:00I am so excited for the revitalisation to take place and the new cruises sound great.Luxury Cruiseshttp://www.cruise.co.uk/cruise-holidays/luxury-cruises/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-84092462912747388682012-03-03T16:23:43.752+02:002012-03-03T16:23:43.752+02:00When it comes to business their are a lot of things to be considered, sponsoring or supporting those on the stage. <br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.commercialmoneymatters.co.uk/" rel="nofollow">business finance</a>danniapearlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-19916732889786229832012-02-28T02:26:25.663+02:002012-02-28T02:26:25.663+02:00Truckload (LTL) Shipment comments:<br /><br />I like when chefs are engaging with his/her customers. I&#39;ve read that he has plans about giving cooking instructions, personally prepare dishes and take pictures with guests and sign autographs.Progress International Mediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-82811579292872993732012-02-27T15:48:52.168+02:002012-02-27T15:48:52.168+02:00It was only a year old 197&#39; yacht I can&#39;t imagine how much it cost. I&#39;m sure the ship builders will have to answer quite a few questions if it was because of mechanical failure. It was a beautiful yacht and quite an expensive rental because the sea seems to have taken it back.marine insurancehttp://www.velosinsurance.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-36024848239968916972012-02-23T00:30:59.762+02:002012-02-23T00:30:59.762+02:00I recall an interesting development with hosts aboard Stella Solaris in the dim, distant past.<br />There were two Gentlemen Hosts aboard, one a professional dancer and one just an average Joe. After the first couple of nights, the average Joe was on his feet dancing from the start of the music until it ended every night. The professional dancer spent a lot of time sitting and chatting. Seems the ladies were intimidated by the skill of the professional and felt much more at home with the average Joe. One really can be over-qualified. I suppose personality may have entered the picture but the ladies I asked said it was just the dancing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-53013713590725132502012-02-15T12:37:11.629+02:002012-02-15T12:37:11.629+02:00I am pleased to read that you are enjoying our site, please if you do have other comments, any particular article you would like written or ideas you would like seen implemented, don&#39;t hesitate to write to me at: editor@offradarcruisenews.com<br />Joyce<br />EditorProgress International Mediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-87936531390340251362012-02-15T11:51:34.652+02:002012-02-15T11:51:34.652+02:00I enjoyed reading your blog! 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Especially the automation part I find quite interesting and relevant.Britney Spearshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16620538218530303981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-82858778147535451102012-01-29T15:37:26.291+02:002012-01-29T15:37:26.291+02:00Having been to Paris quite a few times before I was looking for a new experience of all things French. The wine tasting lunch at O Chateau was the perfect example. Taking place in the underground cellars, which have been fantastically decorated with a modern twist, the experience appeals to all the senses. The wine was great, the abundant amount of cheese and cured meats were scrumptious and the wine tutor was informed and very entertaining. I genuinely left feeling my understanding of French wine had increased! Thank you to www.privatetoursinistanbul.comistanbul tourshttp://www.privatetoursinistanbul.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-49217223593841405542012-01-28T10:07:10.844+02:002012-01-28T10:07:10.844+02:00Hi all,<br /><br />Atlantis brings the largest gay group ever to Rio de Janeiro during the finale of Carnival for the world&#39;s most famous celebration. Thanks for sharing it.......<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gay-cruising.org/" rel="nofollow">Gay Vacations</a>Moore Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01968031026295960980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-31924352851021341352012-01-22T10:33:34.918+02:002012-01-22T10:33:34.918+02:00Thank you to gcaptain.com for comments on the positive side and finding a crew member who rightfully gave a response on behalf of the crew. As there will be 3200 stories from passengers, there will be 1000 from the crew. Each with individual feelings, actions and accounts.Progress International Mediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-76892357796376348142012-01-22T10:20:30.215+02:002012-01-22T10:20:30.215+02:00The number one stress-factor is making that &#39;one&#39; mistake. I would not down the captain, what happened does not make him a bad captain, it was one decision he made that was a wrong one, it only takes one, that is the stress of the job, not to make that one.Progress International Mediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-51010649185162172132012-01-21T15:03:45.614+02:002012-01-21T15:03:45.614+02:00Great Article and thanks for sharing your cruise information.Bill Lawrencehttp://www.online-travel-agent-opportunities.com/regent_seven_seas_cruise_line.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-61136870316755939832012-01-17T13:36:17.124+02:002012-01-17T13:36:17.124+02:00Hi There,<br /><br />Im from Sydney. On this coming valentines day we have booked for a special dinner cruise on Sydney Showboats. They offer a three hour night cruise with delicious food and one hour live cabaret show for us. But after going through this passage I wish I could be there.Valentines Day Cruise Sydney Harbourhttp://www.sydneyharbourdinnercruises.com.au/valentines-day-ideas.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-90359707760451103742012-01-13T18:38:59.916+02:002012-01-13T18:38:59.916+02:00I would not normally post such a long piece; however, I must mention here that Elissa Richard wrote an incomparable piece that was well researched and organized.Progress International Mediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-29607287052718505572012-01-13T17:59:20.474+02:002012-01-13T17:59:20.474+02:00I was impressed with the explore ships and itineraries of InnerSea Discoveries; they have an incredibly intimate and unique style. If interested go to www.innerseasdiscoveries.com and read more about their company.<br />Joyce - EditorProgress International Mediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-46323570346448965422012-01-11T23:39:41.948+02:002012-01-11T23:39:41.948+02:00On a personal note, I do not like posting these kinds of events; however, there is a positive to this, that the ship indeed had a problem, but it was solved and they were able to go on. Good on the Captain how it was handled.Progress International Mediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-76183419765287051512012-01-06T17:12:30.422+02:002012-01-06T17:12:30.422+02:00Great Dubai advert!Progress International Mediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09983665690509866799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-75543665446990718562009-10-06T16:48:00.507+03:002009-10-06T16:48:00.507+03:00Elite Cruises and Travel - Certified Cruise Specialists and Personal Travel Agents. Luxury cruises, crystal cruises, mayan resorts, silversea, regent seven seas, oceania, european land tours, deluxe cruises, deluxe land toursseabournhttp://www.elitecruisestravel.com/LatestTravelOffersNewsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-72223430955076187392009-10-04T13:19:57.561+03:002009-10-04T13:19:57.561+03:00As a participant in this cruise, could I add that the MAIB report also identified the following: That the stabilisers had not been inspected or maintained in the last dry dock of the ship in Brisbane about 4 years prior to the cruise, because the dry dock chosen was TOO NARROW to allow the stablisers to be extended and checked!! Makes you wonder, doesn&#39;t it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5784688633211281367.post-58815638321300910882009-09-01T15:01:31.550+03:002009-09-01T15:01:31.550+03:00Dear Sir,<br>The Aegean I, is to operate under what Company lines?<br><br>I would like to learn more about this.x-oyranoyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10443965183348836011noreply@blogger.com