The Celebrity Solstice was given a civic reception when it docked in Newcastle in 2014. The lord mayor wore his robes and chains and personally welcomed passengers to the city; such was the pageantry required for a destination to impress …

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That could spell new demand for smaller operators that can weather the storm, such as expeditions and river cruises, according to CruiseTipsTV’s Griffiths. Indeed, Steve Ebsworth, co-founder and CEO of luxury yacht operator Rascal Voyages, thinks the pandemic could accelerate a …

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Norwegian Cruise Line has expanded its “Free at Sea” promotion to include free open bar, specialty dining, shore excursions, Wi-Fi and kids on all sailings. Previously, guests could choose one, two, three or all five offers based on their cabin …

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Most businesses in Sint Maarten, however, may not be so fortunate. “Past four months,” Mr. Lee said, “I don’t know how they’ll survive.” Similar hardship is sweeping the rest of the Caribbean, and it is made still worse by the …

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Love amid the coronavirus pandemic for two young Jacksonville doctors getting married meant face masks and backyard nuptials instead of a Club Continental ceremony. It also meant a surprise drive-by parade boasting an authentic-looking, three-tier wedding cake replica, balloons, homemade …

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