In
the midst of 2014’s summer vacation season, cruise lines are planning voyages and
putting finishing touches on ships that will delight passengers during 2015 and
beyond. And, it’s not too early to consider your options – reservations for
many 2015 cruises are being accepted now!
For
summer 2015, Royal Caribbean will move one of its Oasis Class ships from the
Caribbean to Europe. Beginning in May, the Allure
of the Seas will sail from Barcelona, Spain, to ports in Majorca, France
and Italy. In addition to wonderful port calls, passengers will enjoy the
features of Allure of the Seas’ seven
themed neighborhoods.
Celebrity
Cruises will unveil a new “Suite Class” of accommodations in April 2015. Suite
Class will be a luxurious experience, with priority check-in, butler service,
and a restaurant just for Suite Class passengers; plus, privileges in the
ship’s specialty restaurants, unlimited premium beverage service and complimentary
Internet access. That’s in addition to sumptuous suites such as the Reflection
Suite, with a glass-walled shower that cantilevers over the ocean.
Viking,
known for river cruises, will introduce Viking Ocean in 2015 – the first new major
ocean cruise line in nearly a decade. The Viking
Star is scheduled for delivery in early 2015 and will be joined by three
more ocean-going ships through 2017. The new ships will incorporate popular features
from Viking’s river ships, including an indoor/outdoor dining area. The
928-passenger ships are expected to have a boutique-hotel feel with Nordic-style
spas (think snow rooms and saunas).
Disney
Cruise Line has announced Northern European itineraries for 2015, marking a return
to the Baltic and the first time Disney ships will venture to Norway and
Iceland. The Disney Magic will sail
seven- and nine-night cruises from Copenhagen, Denmark, to the Norwegian fjords
that served as inspiration for the Disney movie “Frozen.” An 11-night itinerary
will sail on to Scotland and Iceland, too.
For
Princess Cruises, 2015 will be a celebration of its 50th year. To put a cap on it,
the Pacific Princess will depart December
3 to call on Mexican Riviera ports from the line’s very first cruise, including
Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo, along with newer destinations like La Paz and
Loreto. Guests will celebrate Princess’ half-century of cruising alongside some
surprise special guests.
Norwegian
Cruise Line is planning to return to South America in 2015 for the first time since
2010. The Norwegian Sun will sail 14-day
cruises between Santiago (for Valparaiso), Chile, and Buenos Aires, Argentina,
from November 2015 to March 2016. The ship will call on ports in Chile,
Argentina, the Falkland Islands and Uruguay.
For
help making cruise plans for 2015 and beyond, talk with Anita, your Cruise Holidays
personal cruise expert.
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