Bermuda Cruise

Cruise to Bermuda

2006-12-30T08:00:00.000-04:00

Popular Bermuda cruises depart from several ports on the United States east coast. The beautiful islands of Bermuda are relatively nearby, and the weather is wonderful in the summer. Attractions include pink sand beaches, historic towns, fine snorkeling, and some of the world's most famous golf courses. Bermuda cruise passengers avoid the high cost of hotels.

The Bermuda cruise season is from April to November. Cruise from Boston, New York, Cape Liberty, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Charleston or Fort Lauderdale to Bermuda.

The best website for information is the Bermuda Cruises Guide. It has a complete up-to-date calendar of cruises to Bermuda, and all you need to know about the cruises by departure port and by cruise line. BermudaCruiseGuide.com is the only complete resource out there.

Bermuda Cruises 2006 Announcement

2006-11-10T09:00:00.000-04:00

There will be 170 Bermuda cruises in 2006. The cruises will depart from Boston, New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Charleston, and Fort Lauderdale.

The Norwegian Majesty cruises from Boston to Bermuda will continue, and it will cruise from Charleston to Bermuda in October and November. The Celebrity Cruises Zenith and the Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas will cruise from Cape Liberty in New Jersey to Bermuda.

The Royal Caribbean Empress of the Seas, sailing from Philadelphia will arrive in St. George's on Mondays. The Norwegian Cruise Line Crown, sailing from Philadelphia and New York will return to Bermuda on Tuesdays. The Grandeur of the Seas cruises from Baltimore and will berth at the Royal Naval Dockyard.

The Costa Magica will make two cruises to Bermuda from Fort Lauderdale in April of 2006. The deluxe Seven Seas Navigator will also sail from Port Everglades to Bermuda in April.

Stops in Bermuda during longer cruises will be made by the Crown Princess, Jewel of the Seas, Golden Princess, Carnival Legend, Holland America Noordam, and other ships. 2006 looks like an excellent year for Bermuda cruises.

Passport Required for Bermuda Cruises

2006-08-09T21:37:00.000-03:00

Beginning January 1, 2007 travelers from the United States must have a passport to cruise to Bermuda. This is a new requirement and some cruise passengers are going to be caught unaware. Don't be one of them. Get your passport early, there is probably going to be a rush to get them at the end of this year.

It's not difficult to get a passport. Just go to the State Department's passport website and follow the instructions.

Bermuda cruises from Brooklyn

2006-06-23T08:01:00.000-03:00

Princess Cruises' new Crown Princess will cruise from Brooklyn to Bermuda in 2006. The first cruise of the Crown Princess will be in June of 2006, and will be Princess' first ever roundtrip Caribbean sailing from New York. The ship's first season will feature nine-day roundtrip voyages to the Eastern and Western Caribbean. Through October 18, 2006, Crown Princess will offer 10 eastern Caribbean cruises with visits to Bermuda, San Juan, St. Thomas and Grand Turk in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Bermuda cruises from Fort Lauderdale

2006-04-21T08:00:00.000-03:00

Costa Cruises has announced that it will offer two cruises to Bermuda from Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale) in April of 2006. These 7-night cruises on the Costa Magica depart April 21 and 28. Priced from $799.

Enjoy this unique adventure as you set sail for the islands of Bermuda and the Bahamas. Spend two days in Hamilton, the capital of Bermuda and experience the pink sand beaches, historic forts and incredible shopping on this tropical hideaway. Then it's on to Nassau where you can shop in the famous Straw Market.

Costa is the Italian cruise line owned by Carnival Corporation. Two of their ships cruise from Port Everglades in the winter and spring months.

Bermuda Cruises Norfolk

2006-04-16T08:44:00.000-03:00

Bermuda cruises are returning to Norfolk, Virginia. Royal Caribbean has announced that the Empress of the Seas will voyage out of the port beginning in April of 2007. The 7-day cruises to Bermuda will depart every Saturday through July.

Norfolk's impressive new cruise terminal is expected to be complete in time to welcome Bermuda cruise passengers.

Another Port Everglades to Bermuda Cruise

2006-04-07T08:00:00.000-03:00

I've discovered another cruise to Bermuda from Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale). On April 7, 2006, the Radisson Seven Seas Navigator will sail from Fort Lauderdale to Port Canaveral, FL; Savannah, GA; Charleston, SC; Hamilton, Bermuda; and Nassau, Bahamas. Enjoy historic southern seaports and the beautiful islands of Bermuda and the Bahamas all on one vacation.

This 11-night cruise is a true luxury voyage. The Seven Seas Navigator is an all-suite, all-oceanview ship.

Celebrity Bermuda Cruises 2006

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There are 27 Celebrity Cruises to Bermuda from April to October 2006. 7-day cruises from Cape Liberty in Bayonne NJ on the Celebrity Zenith dock at Hamilton and St George in Bermuda. You'll be in the best locations to take advantage of all the islands have to offer.

Enjoy Celebrity Cruises' attentive service as you explore Bermuda's wonders. Ask about Celebrity's Bermuda cruises with a special golf package that includes a round of golf at Bermuda Hills Golf Course in Hamilton, a golf gift bag, seminar, and more. Follow-up your morning tee-time with the by taking in a croquet match, or simply laying back on those famous, soft pink sands.

The Celebrity Constellation also makes a 9-night Bermuda & Caribbean cruise. Leave from Bayonne and visit Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, and Bermuda. Be treated famously on a Celebrity Bermuda Cruise in 2006.

Boston to Bermuda Cruises 2006

2005-12-16T17:34:00.000-04:00

Bermuda is one of the most popular cruise destinations from Boston. Two cruise ships will sail Boston to Bermuda cruises in 2006.

The Norwegian Majesty will make 7-night Bermuda cruises from Boston from May to October in 2006. The ship docks at St. George, Bermuda.

The Royal Caribbean Jewel of the Seas will offer one Boston to Bermuda cruise in 2006. This is a repositioning cruise that will end in Fort Lauderdale. It will depart on October 31 and visit Bermuda, Puerto Rico, St Thomas, Curacao, and Aruba.

Bermuda Cruise from New York 2006

2005-11-27T09:00:00.000-04:00

Only two cruise ship will sail from Manhattan to Bermuda in 2006. In past years there were many more cruises to the islands, but some of those have moved to Brooklyn and Bayonne, NJ.

The Norwegian Cruise Line Crown makes 7-day New York to Bermuda cruises. Visit St George, Hamilton and Kings Wharf in Bermuda. 19 departures from June 25 to October 22, 2006.

2006's other Bermuda cruise from New York is on the Carnival Legend. The 6-day cruise departs April 20, 2006. Spend two days at Kings Wharf in Bermuda, then visit Newport, Rhode Island before returning to Manhattan.

Bermuda Cruise Deals - Royal Caribbean early specials

2005-10-14T08:00:00.000-03:00

Royal Caribbean is touting its current hot Bermuda cruise deals. Book now for early-bird savings on cruises from Philadelphia, Baltimore and Cape Liberty (Bayonne NJ) in 2006. These are 5- and 7-night cruises priced from $599.

Cruise Activities for Kids

2005-10-06T08:00:00.000-03:00

Taking the entire family on a cruise is becoming very popular, and the cruise lines have created activities to keep kids and teens busy while parents have their own fun. Jennifer Huget wrote a comprehensive guide to cruise line offerings for youngsters in the Washington Post.

Casual "value" cruise lines like Disney and Carnival are the best bets for families. Carnival's new Club O2 for teens 15 to 17 sounds promising for parents of this tough age group. It's an almost-adult lineup of programs and hang-outs. Luxury lines, like Crystal or Cunard, are less accommodating to kids. Their target market is couples, not families.

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Cruise to Bermuda in October

2005-09-25T08:00:00.000-03:00

Bermuda is a top summertime cruise destination for a sophisticated island getaway. Yet in October, when the island's visitors begin to thin out, Bermuda is still a fine vacation spot. Great festivals keep things lively, and the weather is comfortable for shorts and bathing suits. And you can still take advantage of end-of-the-season cruise deals.

There are two major festivals in Bermuda in October — the Bermuda Music Festival and the Bermuda Culinary Arts Festival. The Bermuda Music Festival begins Oct. 5 and features three days of performances at the Royal Naval Dockyard. Starting October 21, the Culinary Arts Festival brings some of North America's top chefs to the island for 4 days of food and wine tastings, seminars and cooking competitions.

Celebrity offers affordable seven-night cruises to Bermuda in October. Rates for Philadelphia and Cape Liberty departures start at only $400 per person.

Bermuda cruises 2006

2005-08-23T08:00:00.000-03:00

The Royal Caribbean Cruises Empress of the Seas will make 7-night Bermuda cruises from Philadelphia in 2006. The cruise will begin and end in Philadelphia, with stops at St. George Island and Hamilton, Bermuda.

Cruises depart in the spring, summer and autumn; April to October of 2006. The Empress of the Seas is Royal Caribbean's smallest cruise ship, but it was renovated in 2004 to add amenities.

Bermuda cruises from Boston

2005-08-04T08:00:00.000-03:00

7-night Bermuda cruise on the Norwegian Cruise Line Majesty. Starting in Boston with a stop at St George's Island, Bermuda.

2005 cruises: July 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28; September 4, 11, 18, 25; October 2, 9, 16, 23. 2006 cruises: May 7, 14, 21, 28; June 4, 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6, 13, 20, 27; September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1.

Bermuda cruises from Cape Liberty

2005-08-02T08:00:00.000-03:00

5-night Bermuda cruises on the Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas. Depart from Cape Liberty (Bayonne, New Jersey) and cruise to Kings Wharf, Bermuda. End back at Cape Liberty.

Sails August to November, 2005. Priced from just $499 for select cruises in September. Voyager of the Seas and its sister ships are the three biggest cruise ships on earth. Built with the active traveler in mind, these ships feature unusual amenities such as a rock-climbing wall, a nine-hole golf course, an ice skating rink and an in-line skating track. Cruise to Bermuda in big style.

New York to Bermuda cruises

2005-07-29T08:00:00.000-03:00

7-day cruises to Bermuda on the Norwegian Crown. Departing from New York with stops in St Georges and Hamilton, Bermuda.

2005 cruises: May to September.
2006 cruises: June to October.

Baltimore to Bermuda cruises

2005-07-11T08:00:00.000-03:00

5-night Bermuda cruises on the Royal Caribbean Grandeur of the Seas. Starting in Baltimore MD with a destination of Kings Wharf, Bermuda.

2005 cruises: July 17, 31; August 14, 28; September 11, 25; October 9, 23; November 26.
2006 cruises: May 21; June 4, 18; July 2, 16, 30; August 13, 27; September 10, 24; October 8, 22; November 5.

Bermuda cruise from Bayonne NJ

2005-07-10T08:00:00.000-03:00

7-night Bermuda cruise on the Celebrity Cruises Zenith. Starts in Bayonne (Port Liberty), NJ with stops in Hamilton, Bermuda and St George, Bermuda. Cruise in comfortable luxury to Bermuda.

2005 cruises: July 16, 23, 30; August 6, 13, 20, 27; September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1, 15.
2006 cruises: April 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20, 27; June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12, 19, 26; September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; October 7, 14.

Bermuda cruises from New York

2005-07-09T08:00:00.000-03:00

7-night Bermuda cruises on the luxury Radisson Seven Seas Navigator. Starting in New York with stops in Hamilton and St George, Bermuda. There is also a stop in Norfolk, Virginia.

2005 cruises: Aug 10, Aug 17, Aug 24, and Aug 31.

Bermuda cruise from Philadephia

2005-07-08T08:00:00.000-03:00

7-night Bermuda cruise on the Celebrity Horizon. Starting in Philadelphia with stops in St George and Hamilton, Bermuda.

2005 cruises: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22.

Charleston to Bermuda cruises

2005-07-07T08:00:00.000-03:00

Norwegian Cruise Lines has announced that it will offer cruises from Charleston SC to Bermuda in 2006. The Norwegian Majesty will make four 7-night cruises to Bermuda on October 21, October 28, November 4 and November 11. The Majesty already cruises to Bermuda from Boston throughout the summer.

Bermuda Cruise Deal: Norwegian Cruise Lines

2005-07-01T07:30:00.000-03:00

Norwegian Cruise Lines has a great deal on a 6-day Bermuda cruise from New York. Depart from New York on September 18, 2005 on the Norwegian Crown. Priced from only $499.

The Norwegian Crown has 527 extra-large staterooms, most with picture windows and marble bathrooms. The penthouse suites all have balconies.

More Bermuda cruise deals.

Bermuda Cruise Deals

2005-06-30T07:28:00.000-03:00

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Special deal on 7-night Bermuda cruise from Philadelphia
New York to Bermuda cruise deal
Boston to Bermuda cruise deal for seniors
New Jersey to Bermuda cruise deal
Baltimore Bermuda cruise deal

Special promotion on a 7-night Bermuda cruise from Philadelphia

2005-06-22T16:41:00.000-03:00

Celebrity Cruises is running a special promotion on a 7-night Bermuda cruise on the Celebrity Horizon. It departs Philadelphia on August 20, 2005 and sails to St George and Hamilton, Bermuda.

Celebrity cruises are sophisticated yet affordable. Unique features of the Horizon include the martini bar, Cova Cafe, and the Starlight restaurant.

Prices starting from $1,000.

Special offer on luxury cruise from New York to Bermuda

2005-06-21T07:11:00.000-03:00

Radisson Seven Seas is offering free air and a 2-night hotel stay - OR - $750 off on select 7-night New York to Bermuda cruises. The deal is good on Seven Seas Navigator cruises on August 10, 17, 24 and 31.

Imagine enjoying breakfast al fresco as vistas of pink sand beaches and emerald green fairways drift by. Or relaxing in your luxurious suite while the cry of a sea gull drifts through your balcony door. Cruising to Bermuda is a uniquely satisfying experience aboard the Seven Seas Navigator. All the cabins on Navigator are suites with glorious ocean vistas, and nine out of ten include private balconies, so you can enjoy the scenery from your own private place by the sea. This is a true luxury cruise ship.

This offer is subject to change so do not miss your opportunity to take advantage of this amazing value while it still remains.

Boston to Bermuda cruise bargain for seniors

2005-06-20T07:43:00.000-03:00

Norwegian Cruise Line has a Senior Special deal on a 7-day cruise from Boston to Bermuda. The Norwegian Majesty departs Boston on October 23, 2005. Priced from just $499 per person, it really is quite a bargain. At least one senior, identified as age 55 or older, must be in each stateroom. Offer applicable to new individual and group bookings. It is combinable with Leadership air add-on but not any other promotions.

The ship leaves Boston on Sunday afternoon and arrives in Bermuda on Tuesday morning. It leaves Bermuda at noon on Friday to return to Boston.

The Norwegain Majesty has 6 international restaurants, 11 bars and lounges, 2 pools, a casino, Internet Cafe, 24-hour fitness center, live entertainment, lots of deck space and a relaxed dress code.

Deal on cruise from New Jersey to Bermuda

2005-06-17T07:36:00.000-03:00

Royal Caribbean is offering a "hot deal" on a 5-night Bermuda cruise from Cape Liberty Cruise Port (Bayonne, NJ) to Kings Wharf in Bermuda. The cruise departs September 4, 2005 at 6PM. It is scheduled to arrive in Bermuda at 8AM on the 6th, and leaves at 5PM on the 7th.

The 138,000-ton, 3,114-guest Voyager of the Seas became the world's largest cruise ship when it entered service in November 1999. Enjoy one-of-a-kind features like an ice-skating rink and the Royal Promenade.

Prices for this Bermuda cruise start at $649. Take advantage of these great Bermuda cruise deals.

Bermuda photography

2005-06-05T09:08:00.000-03:00

Gerald Brimacombe has a lovely series of Bermuda photos. Bemuda is one of those unusual places where the man-made environment is just as impressive as the natural beauty; the architecture of the islands is obviously quite distinctive. Stunning scenery, historic towns, pink sand beaches, warm clear water ... it's easy to see why it's a vacation destination. And Bermuda is such a short trip by cruise or plane from the eastern United States.

Hot Deal on Cruise from Baltimore to Bermuda

2005-05-31T21:29:00.000-03:00

Royal Caribbean is offering a hot deal on a cruise from Baltimore to Bermuda. The ship is the Grandeur of the Seas and the sailing date is July 3. Celebrate Independence Day at sea!

It's a 5-night cruise and prices start at $849. The ship departs from Baltimore at 5 PM on July 3rd. You'll spend the 4th at sea, arriving at Kings Wharf in Bermuda at 9 AM on July 5th. The ship leaves Bermuda at 5 PM on the 6th for the sail back to Baltimore. You'll be back at 8 AM on the 8th.

While best known for its shorts and golf courses, Bermuda has much more to offer. Go snorkeling or stroll along the historic streets of St. George. Relax on a pink-sand beach or swim in the sparkling turquoise waters. From sailing to shopping to sunbathing, the only thing you'll want in Bermuda is more time.

The Grandeur of the Seas is a 2,446-guest ship equipped with a full-service spa, six whirlpools, an outdoor jogging track and a seemingly endless choice of bars and restaurants. Gotta love Bermuda cruise deals.

Featured Cruise: 7-day Boston to Bermuda Cruise

2005-05-28T08:28:00.000-03:00

The Norwegian Majesty makes 7-day cruises from Boston to Bermuda throughout the summer and into the fall (May 1 to October 23, 2005). The cruise departs from Boston, Massachusetts at 4:00pm on Sunday, spends Monday at sea, arrives in St. George's (Bermuda) at 9:00am on Tuesday, departs St. George's at 12:00 noon on Friday, spends Saturday at sea, and returns to Boston on Sunday at 7:00 am. Priced from $953 per person, double occupancy.

NCL's Freestyle Cruising ships will make you see the world from an entirely different vantage point. Each of the ships features a wide array of world-class amenities, activities and entertainment. There are rooftop Garden Villas, connecting staterooms, private balconies, and more. The Majesty offers six international restaurants, 11 bars and lounges, two pools, a dazzling casino, Internet Cafe, 24-hour fitness center, live entertainment, lots of deck space and all the pleasures of casual Freestyle Cruising.

Final Season of Celebrity Horizon Cruises to Bermuda

2005-05-26T08:04:00.000-03:00

The Celebrity Horizon is making its final season of cruises to Bermuda. It makes the short crossing from Norfolk, Virginia to Bermuda 4 times in June of 2005. You have your choice of 6-, 7-, or 8-night itineraries. Starting at $900.

The Celebrity Horizon has 677 staterooms ; 533 have an ocean view. 20 suites. The Ocean View Staterooms have 24-hour room service, 100-percent cotton towels and 172 square feet of tasteful space. The Horizon entered service in 1990 and was refurbished in 1998.

The ship makes port in both Hamilton and St George's. Hamilton is the capital and commercial, entertainment and shopping center of Bermuda. The city's focal point is Front St, a harbourfront road lined with turn-of-the-century Victorian buildings in bright pastel lemon, lime, apricot and sky blue. Many buildings have overhanging verandahs, where you can linger over lunch and watch the boats ferry across the harbour. Attractions include the Bermuda Cathedral, the Historical Society Museum and the Bermuda National Gallery. Fort Hamilton offers a bird's-eye view of Hamilton Harbour. It's one of a series of fortifications erected in the mid-19th century during a period of rising tensions between Britain and the USA.

Quaint St. George's will sweep you back through 400 years of history. Come and listen to the original masonry buildings and narrow streets tell their stories of English expansion in the 17th and 18th centuries. The United Nations named the Historic Town of St. George and Related Fortifications a World Heritage Site.

Baltimore to Bermuda cruise season opens

2005-05-20T07:19:00.000-03:00

The first cruise from Baltimore this season left the port on May 13th. The Royal Caribbean Grandeur of the Seas will sail from Baltimore to Bermuda and the Caribbean 28 times this year.

Baltimore ranked in the middle of the pack as the 14th busiest U.S. cruise port, according to a 2003 survey by the International Council of Cruise Lines. The port had 57,000 passengers, about the same number that boarded in Boston, San Francisco and San Diego. But it had far fewer than ports in Florida, where the top three ports each topped a million passengers, and New York, where closer to a half-million people boarded.

Cruise to Bermuda from New York or Bayonne NJ

2005-05-19T07:08:00.000-03:00

From the New York City Passenger Ship Terminal in midtown Manhattan, just blocks from Times Square, there are many cruise options. There's nothing quite like approaching (or departing from) the Big Apple by sea, it's one of the most spectacular cruising experiences in the world.

A pair of ships will sail from New York to Bermuda on weeklong itineraries all summer: the Norwegian Crown and the Seven Seas Navigator.

Last spring, New Jersey staked its own slice of the cruise market. On the site of a former US Navy base on the west side of the Upper Bay of New York Harbor, the renovated facilities were transformed into the Cape Liberty cruise port. Currently, Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises use the port. Though the setting is not quite as scenic as Manhattan's Westside piers -- a web of gantry cranes from the busy ports of Newark and Elizabeth frame views of Manhattan's skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Verrazano-Narrows and the Bayonne Bridges -- the location is convenient from New Jersey's main travel arteries. Cape Liberty is just a 15-minute drive from Newark International Airport and equally as close to the NJ Turnpike, Route 78 and I-95. Celebrity has positioned the Zenith at Cape Liberty all summer to do 7-night Bermuda cruises.

Learn more about New York and New Jersey cruises from Frommers.

Cruise from Philadelphia to Bermuda

2005-05-14T15:23:00.000-03:00

With more cruise lines cruising from ports outside of Florida, an increasing number of passengers are starting their voyages out of the former Navy yard in Philadelphia.

More than 92,000 travelers -- a 50-percent increase over last year -- are expected to board ships at the Cruise Terminal at Pier 1 this year, beginning with a Norwegian Crown ship on a seven-day trip to Bermuda. Philadelphia is cashing in on a post-9/11 move by cruise lines to make it so fewer passengers have to fly to distant cities to start their trips. Airports and airlines are a huge hassle now, so passengers want to sail from ports within driving distance of their homes.

The companies that will base ships in Philadelphia for the season -- Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean International -- have scheduled 32 trips from the terminal through late October. Last year, 65,000 passengers embarked on 22 cruises.

Win a cruise

2005-05-04T07:30:00.000-03:00

Win a free Star Clipper cruise. Winner will receive one cruise for two people aboard spv Star Clipper (Cat 4 outside) on the 7-night Caribbean itinerary from St. Maarten departing on select sailings between January and April 2006. The Star Clipper is a luxury tall-masted sailing ship.

Pride of America cruise ship launch

2005-04-17T07:27:00.000-03:00

Today at 3:30 PM EST in New York, Norwegian Cruise Line will launch the Pride of America. It's the first new US flagged cruise ship in nearly 50 years. You can watch the christening ceremony live on a webcast.

From June 18-24, 2005, “Live with Regis and Kelly” hosts Regis Philbin and Kelly Ripa will broadcast a full week of shows (airing June 20-24) from aboard the new Pride of America, cruising the historic ports of the eastern United States on her maiden voyage. Regis and Kelly have commandeered the whole ship, giving away free cruises to 1,000 contest winners and fans. The cruise will travel north from New York to Boston, then head south for stops in Philadelphia, Norfolk and Miami.

Pride of America is the first new U.S. flagged cruise ship in a half a century and is the biggest passenger ship ever built for the U.S. registry. The ship boasts an all-American crew and celebrates a ‘Best of America’ theme, with public rooms inspired by the diverse regions of the United States.

On June 25th, it leaves on a 13-day Panama Canal cruise from Miami to Los Angeles. The Pride of America will be based in Hawaii.

Cheap cruises now

2005-04-11T07:12:00.000-03:00

Last minute cruise deals has great bargains on cruises to all the popular destinations, including Bermuda. In today's busy world, the opportunity for a vacation sometimes opens up very suddenly. These last-minute deals get you a great price right up to the day before sailing.

Cruise lines discount the price of cabins that haven't sold as the date of a cruise draws closer. The late shopper gets much less selection, but may get an excellent buy.

It's never too late to cruise. And everyone likes a good Bermuda cruise deal.

Cruises are a sellers market

2005-03-26T07:26:00.000-04:00

The cruise business has become a seller's market. This year, expect weeklong mainstream cruises to cost about $100 more per person than they did a year ago. Don't count on travel agents to offer steep discounts to attract customers either. Cruise lines now tend to offer the same rate to all agencies and have begun cracking down on ones that advertise lower deals.

"Demand this year is well on the way to absorbing all the new capacity launched in 2004 and 2005,'' said Funk. "And if the cruise industry grows at even half its 20-year historic average, it is easy to envision a scenario similar to that of the mid '80s to early '90s, when demand far exceeded supply and those who didn't book a year in advance didn't go.''

Lessons: Plan ahead, be flexible about your choice of ship and think seriously about off-peak sailing dates.

Crown Princess to cruise to Bermuda

2005-03-14T07:09:00.000-04:00

The newest Princess Cruises ship, Crown Princess, will make Bermuda a port of call in 2006.
The ship will stay in Dockyard for just one day – arriving in the morning and leaving that same evening. The ship, which can carry up to 3,100 passengers, will make a total of ten visits to the Island.

When Crown Princess debuts next summer, the vessel will introduce Princess' first ever roundtrip Caribbean sailings from New York. The inaugural sailing season will feature nine-day roundtrip voyages to both the Eastern and Western Caribbean and will include Princess' return to Bermuda.

Beginning June 14 and running through October 18, 2006, Crown Princess will offer 10 sailings on an Eastern Caribbean itinerary with calls at Bermuda (West End), San Juan, St. Thomas and a new port of call for Princess, Grand Turk in the Turks and Caicos Islands. In addition, the lineup includes five sailings on a Western Caribbean itinerary with stops at another new port for Princess, Port Canaveral, as well as Grand Cayman, Ocho Rios, and Grand Turk.

The 116,000-ton Crown Princess will introduce a number of new design innovations to the Princess fleet, including a dramatic new piazza-style atrium, new casual dining venues and expansion of some favorite shipboard areas. Within the new street cafe environment of the atrium, passengers will find fresh pastries and baked goods in the morning and assorted other offerings throughout the day, as well as a wine and seafood bar. Several signature Princess venues have been further enhanced, including an expanded Trattoria Sabatini with a new piano lounge area and the addition of pub fare to the trademark Wheelhouse Bar. A new Steak and Seafood restaurant expands on the Sterling Steakhouse concept with an open, theater-style kitchen where chefs will custom-prepare steamed shellfish and cooked-to-order steaks and chops.

The ship will also feature the many hallmark features that define the Princess experience, including the Movies Under the Stars poolside movie screen, multiple dining and entertainment options, Personal Choice Dining featuring traditional or Anytime seating, a two-story Lotus Spa with fitness center, an extensive children and teen's center, a wedding chapel and nearly 900 staterooms with private balconies.

Crown Princess sailings will be open for booking on April 1, 2005.

Bermuda Cruises 2005

2005-03-13T08:08:00.000-04:00

Sailing to quaint, picturesque Bermuda has never been easier – and with the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) member lines, half the fun is getting there. This year, CLIA member lines will offer Bermuda sailings from six convenient East Coast cities aboard eight cruise ships, each of which boasts its own decidedly distinct ambiance and amenities. In short, there’s something for everyone: families, singles, newlyweds and seniors. There’s a reason why 40 percent of travelers return to Bermuda again and again. First, there’s the lure of the island’s sugary pink sand beaches set against turquoises seas. Pastel houses are appointed with vibrant bougainvillea hibiscus and oleander. And although Bermuda provides travelers with all 21st century amenities, it has not lost touch with its Colonial past. Horse-drawn carriages still meander down Hamilton’s Front Street, and proper British afternoon tea is still a time-honored tradition. Last but not least, the island boast more golf courses per square mile than any other destination on the planet.

This veritable paradise is in easy reach. Cruise ships depart from ports up and down the U.S. Eastern seaboard, including Baltimore, Boston, Cape Liberty (Bayonne, NJ), New York, Norfolk (VA) and Philadelphia. “Last year’s Bermuda cruises by CLIA-member lines were a resounding success, and all indications point to a stellar 2005,” said Terry L. Dale, CLIA’s president and chief executive officer. CLIA is composed of 19 member cruise lines representing 95 percent of the cruise capacity marketed in North America and 16,500 travel agencies. To ensure space on these highly popular sailings – and to obtain the very best values – Dale advises travelers to consult a travel agent and book as early as possible. “The buzz words for booking 2005 cruises are ‘book early.’ Member lines report that bookings are coming in at an extremely healthy clip.” Following is a list of vessels bound for Bermuda in 2005:

CELEBRITY CRUISES
Horizon and Zenith will operate on Bermuda itineraries roundtrip from Cape Liberty, Norfolk, and Philadelphia. Horizon will sail on seven-night itineraries roundtrip from Norfolk and from Philadelphia. Zenith, meanwhile, will sail on seven-night itineraries roundtrip from Cape Liberty. Celebrity Cruises features cuisine prepared under the guidance of award-winning Master Chef Michel Roux.

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE
Norwegian Cruise Line will position two ships in Bermuda this season. Norwegian Crown will operate on a series of six- and seven-day itineraries roundtrip from New York to Bermuda as well as a roster of six-day roundtrip cruises from Philadelphia. Norwegian Majesty will sail on seven-day itineraries roundtrip from Boston to Bermuda.

RADISSON SEVEN SEAS CRUISES
Luxury cruise operator Radisson Seven Seas will offer 13 cruises to Bermuda from May through early September aboard the 490-passenger, all-suite Seven Seas Navigator. Customizing the shipboard experience for family groups, the Club Mariner children’s program will be available from June through August for kids six to 11 and 12 to 17.

ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL
Grandeur of the Seas will sail roundtrip from Baltimore on alternate Sundays. Jewel of the Seas will operate on 10-night itineraries roundtrip from Boston to the Caribbean with an overnight at Bermuda’s King’s Wharf. Voyager of the Seas, meanwhile, will sail on five-night voyages roundtrip from Cape Liberty departing on alternate Sundays.

Cruises from Philadelphia

2005-03-13T07:22:00.000-04:00

Beginning next month more cruise passengers than ever are expected to depart from Philadelphia. In 2005, Philadelphia will host 32 cruises to Bermuda, Canada/New England, and one to the Caribbean on the newly restructured Enchantment Of The Seas. This is up from 22 cruises in 2004.

Over $16 million in business revenue in 2004 was attributed to cruise passengers. In the last 3 years the port has gone from 30,000 passengers to 60,000 passengers, and in 2005 roughly 92,000 passengers will be coming in and out of Philadelphia. The cruise season starts April 24th and runs through the end of October.

Win a cruise from Celebrity

2005-03-06T07:22:00.000-04:00

Win a cruise for 2 to your choice of the Arctic, the Antarctic or the Galapagos Islands in the Celebrity Cruises Pole-to-Pole Sweepstakes. Plus you’ll win an additional stateroom for two more guests if you refer a friend and they enter. The prize includes roundtrip airfare and transfers to the applicable departure port. Grand prize valued at up to $48,000.

There's also an "instant win game" for a chance to win prizes including Caribbean cruises!

Bermuda's new casual resort offers deal

2005-03-05T07:12:00.000-04:00

9 Beaches Resort ("Bermuda's newest and most casual resort") is offering a special Grand Opening Package available April 29 - June 9, 2005. The 5-Day/4-Night package includes a newly renovated ocean view cabana for two adults, welcome drinks, daily continental breakfast, round trip airport transfers on Bermuda, a complimentary dinner at Hi Tide restaurant, and a $100 gift certificate to spend on your choice of water sports activities at the boat house.

All for as little as $795 per couple including 7.25% government tax and gratuities based on type of cabana. Being a unique small resort, they do anticipate the cabanas will sell out quickly.

9 Beaches has 84 chic cabanas spread over 18 private waterfront acres on the western-most tip of Bermuda. You arrive by boat ... they pick you up at a picturesque cove and bring you to the resort. All the cabanas sit on stilts and all have a view of the ocean. Some cabanas are situated on one of nine beaches, and some are actually built out over the water connected by boardwalks. Those over the water have glass windows in the floor so you can see tropical fish swim by.

Each cabana has lots of windows and French doors that open to a spacious veranda facing the water. Ceiling fans and tropical off-shore breezes keep you comfortable.

Featured Bermuda cruise: 7 nights from New York

2005-03-02T07:37:00.000-04:00

The Radisson Seven Seas Navigator sails from New York on May 18th for a 7 night cruise to Bermuda. You'll depart New York at 5 pm on Day 1, spend Day 2 at sea, and arrive at Hamilton Bermuda on the morning of Day 3.

Don't miss sightseeing and shopping in Hamilton. Highlights include the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity (hilltop panorama) and Fort Hamilton (no shots were ever fired but it has more great views). Good buys can be found on crystal, china and perfumes. Cigar shops sell Cubans.

Rent a scooter and explore the island's outer reaches; from Hamilton, head out to the South Shore for a beach break, then continue to the West End where attractions include bucolic Somerset Village, Whale Bay Battery, Gilbert Nature Reserve, Hog Bay Park and Heydon Trust Estate. Rent a bicycle and ride (all or part of) the 18-mile Bermuda Railway Trail, which runs the island's length.

On Day 5, the ship makes a quick morning sail from Hamilton to St. George, designated a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, and the island's original town. It's historic forts date back to the 17th century.

At 5 pm on Day 5 you'll leave St. Georges. Day 6 is spent at sea, with arrival in Norfolk, Virginia on the morning of Day 7. Nauticus and the Chrysler Museum of Art are nearby and well worth seeing. The ship arrives back in New York on the morning of Day 8.

Cruise review: Norwegian Crown

2005-03-01T07:19:00.000-04:00

A disappointed traveler's review of his cruise to Bermuda on the Norwegian Crown. He departed from Philadelphia. Check-in and the cabin were fine, but service from the male members of the staff was poor and entertainment for teens was lacking.

12 myths about cruises

2005-02-28T06:10:00.000-04:00

12 myths about cruises from Cape Cod Today.

Myth No. 1: You have to fly to Miami or Ft. Lauderdale to get on a cruise ship.
Reality: Cruises depart from most major cities; New England in particular has a vast number of cruise line voyages departing from Boston New London, Portland as well as nearby New York City or Philadelphia, all within a reasonable drive from here with no added air fare or airport security hassles.

Myth No. 2: People only take cruises when the weather turns cold.
Reality: Cruise travel is a year-round pastime. Sure, it is a great way to beat the cold, but families also take cruises during the summer months when children are out of school. It also offers a good way to get away from the cape during our crowded tourist season. Cruises to the Caribbean and Bahamas run year-round. The Alaska cruising season runs May through September; Europe between April and November; Bermuda, April through October.

And 10 more ...

How to survive spring break

2005-02-27T07:42:00.000-04:00

One suggestion for surviving spring break is to go to a destination that doesn't cater to the college kid crowd ... like Bermuda. The islands are definitely a smarter choice than Key West or Cancun for adults on vacation during the spring break period.

More Bermuda photos

2005-02-23T07:29:00.000-04:00

Photos of Bermuda water, flamingos and even a few aerial shots by "Eric and Cynthia" at pbase.com.

Bermuda photos by Kevin Scantland

2005-02-22T07:26:00.000-04:00

Several photos of Horseshoe Bay and other famous sights on the islands of Bermuda ... by Kevin Scantland on pbase.com.

Unhappy on your cruise?

2005-02-21T07:47:00.000-04:00

Unhappy on your cruise? Know when and how to complain. Speak up immediately when there's a problem, consumer experts say. Don't wait until the end of the cruise or until you get home to complain and ask the cruise line to do something. Article from the LA Times.

Bermuda cruise photos

2005-02-20T08:21:00.000-04:00

Photos from a 2004 cruise to Bermuda, "koo22" on pbase.com. The fine selection includes town, beach and ship photos.

Reviews of Bermuda cruises on the Norwegian Crown

2005-02-19T07:58:00.000-04:00

Reviews of Bermuda cruises aboard the Norwegian Crown from CruiseReviews.com. The Norwegian Cruises Crown sails to Bermuda from New York May through September, and from Philadelphia in April, May, September and October. 7 night cruises.

Cruise lines eye growth from younger passengers

2005-02-17T08:00:00.000-04:00

Cruise lines are eyeing growth from younger passengers. No, they don't mean your waistline after eating all that cruise food. Cruises are "cool" enough to attract people of all ages.

Bermuda golf course reviews

2005-02-15T07:11:00.000-04:00

Reviews of two Bermuda golf courses from Golf World. The Mid Ocean Club casts a long shadow. Designed in 1921 by the legendary Charles Blair Macdonald, architect of National GL, Yale GC and Chicago GC, Mid Ocean is universally recognized as the finest course in Bermuda. Far less famous is its immediate neighbor, Tucker's Point Club, which traces its roots to the 1930s and was known for most of its history as Castle Harbour.

All the cruise news

2005-02-14T07:36:00.000-04:00

An article from the Seattle Times about what's new in the cruise industry in 2005. Changes include ship makeovers, new destinations, higher prices, new ships, activities for adults and programs for kids.

Celebrity cruises top the rankings

2005-02-11T07:38:00.000-04:00

Seven of Celebrity Cruise Line's ships are ranked in the top 11 in the Conde Nast Travelers annual ranking of the "Best Cruise Ships in the World". The results of the annual survey were published in the February 2005 edition. Infinity and Constellation ranked first and second, respectively, bettering their scores of 2004, which were then the highest in the history of the survey. Mercury, Summit and Galaxy ranked fourth, fifth and sixth, Millennium ranked ninth, and Century 11th. The balance of Celebrity's fleet -- the 1,354-guest Horizon and Zenith -- were among those honored in the medium-ship category.

How to stay healthy on your Bermuda cruise

2005-02-10T07:41:00.000-04:00

Four tips from the CDC on how to prevent the spread of illness while on a cruise. Simple hand washing is important.

Research, persistence pay off in good cruise deals

2005-02-09T07:55:00.000-04:00

Cruise purchasing advice from the Ahwatukee Foothill News. Really.

Themed Bermuda cruises from Boston

2005-02-08T08:00:00.000-04:00

For 2005, Norwegian Cruise Lines is offering a series of new themed 7-day cruises from Boston to Bermuda aboard Norwegian Majesty. They call them the "Patriots to Parliment" cruises. The themes include Mother's Day, bingo, Bermuda art, Father's Day, just-out-of-school, Portuguese Festival, Kids Star Seeker, Bermuda wildlife expert, cooking class, fitness and more.

Norwegian Majesty bridge cam

2005-02-07T08:15:00.000-04:00

The Norwegian Majesty sails from Boston to Bermuda on 7 night cruises from May through October. You can look in on the ship via the bridge cam at any time. The view from the bridge is updated every 15 minutes during daylight hours. Warning: this may give you an uncontrollable urge to take a cruise to Bermuda.

Cruise review: Norwegian Majesty

2005-02-07T08:00:00.000-04:00

A review of the Norwegian Majesty from CruiseDiva. The Majesty makes 7-night cruises from Boston to Bermuda. May through October in 2005.

Seven Seas Navigator at the Super Bowl

2005-02-06T08:40:00.000-04:00

The Radisson Seven Seas Navigator, which sails from Norfolk and New York to Bermuda, is one of 5 cruise ships docked in Jacksonville to provide lodging for people attending the Super Bowl. (For our international readers -- the Super Bowl is the championship game of the American football season). Because of the shortage of hotel rooms — Jacksonville is the smallest city to host a Super Bowl — five cruise ships on the St. Johns River are serving as floating hotels for NFL corporate guests. The lack of luxury hotel rooms was the greatest obstacle the city faced when it presented its bid to host the Super Bowl. The city was able to convince a first-skeptical NFL with its cruise ship proposal, which added the equivalent of 3,667 floating hotel rooms, housing about 6,400.

Grandeur of the Seas to cruise to Bermuda

2005-02-05T07:11:00.000-04:00

The Royal Caribbean Grandeur of the Seas will make 5-night cruises from Baltimore to Bermuda from May through November of 2005. The Grandeur of the Seas has a full-service spa, six whirlpools, an outdoor jogging track and a seemingly endless choice of bars and restaurants. While adults enjoy the relaxing surroundings of the Solarium or the state-of-the-art day spa and fitness center, kids have the time of their lives with the Adventure Ocean Youth Program.

Click the link for all of the Grandeur of the Seas' itineraries and for the best deals on cruises.

Bermuda weather watch

2005-02-04T08:00:00.000-04:00

The Bermuda weather forecast for Friday calls for sunny to mostly cloudy conditions, with occasional showers. Winds will be moderate to strong. A high near 67F and a low tonight of 60F. It's warm enough for golf, but that wet stuff and wind really puts a damper on play.

The Bermuda golf and spa season

2005-02-03T07:38:00.000-04:00

The Bermuda Department of Tourism has begun two new ad campaigns in an effort to redefine the slow January-to-March period as the golf and spa season, and also attract affluent African American travelers. The islands' close proximity to the eastern United States is promoted in "Putting Distance" ads. Bermuda's winter weather is certainly milder than the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic states in the U.S., so I'd say the campaign has a chance.

"No one wants to play golf when its 95 degrees," said Arnold New York executive creative director John Staffen.

Wiki Bermuda

2005-02-02T08:00:00.000-04:00

The Wikipedia entry for Bermuda provides a short but thorough introduction to the islands. It includes links to more entries about Bermuda's history, music, economy and many other topics.

The Wikipedia is an open encyclopedia that anyone can edit.

Celebrity Xpeditions expand to Bermuda cruises

2005-02-01T07:23:00.000-04:00

Just one year after launching "Celebrity Xpeditions," an extension of Celebrity Cruises offering elite, exotic travel experiences, the line is making good on its promise to offer one Xpeditions experience on every major cruise itinerary. With Bermuda cruises they offer an aquatic archaeology course.

From a 42' private Catamaran (fully stocked the Celebrity way of course), you'll sail toward the Eastern Blue Cur-Barrier Reef for snorkeling and water play with great water toys like underwater scooters, glass bottom kayaks and more. You'll also get to snorkel the famous shipwreck of The Lion Cage on a marine archeological site in Bermuda's waters.

New Bermuda tourism plan

2005-01-31T07:11:00.000-04:00

The Bermuda government's new tourism plan seeks to increase air arrivals to 400,000 over the next three years, as well as increase the number of cruise ship passengers and tourist spending. The Tourism Department’s “efficiency, effectiveness and productivity” are also in for improvement.

"It’s time to wake up Bermuda," Dr. Brown said. "The way forward is a series of bold new steps — steps that are intended to change the very nature of tourism."

The Department of Tourism's official website is here.

Bermuda cruise arrivals down slightly in 2004

2005-01-29T08:59:00.000-04:00

Air arrivals were up and cruise ship arrivals down in 2004, according to figures released by the Bermuda Department of Tourism. The cruise decrease is directly related to the Carnival Cruise Lines mega ships which visited the Island in 2003, but not in 2004. The total number of cruise ship visitors in 2003, with the aid of the mega ships, was 226,097 – the highest ever recorded. In 2004 the total was 206,133 ... which was still the third highest total in Bermuda’s cruise history.

New cruise ship terminal for Norfolk

2005-01-28T08:01:00.000-04:00

The Virginia Port Authority has approved $5 million of funding for Norfolk, Virginia's new cruise ship terminal. The new terminal is already under construction. The the 80,000 square-foot facility is located on the pier next to the Nauticus museum and the Battleship Wisconsin; it is scheduled to open in fall 2006. It will be the first cruise terminal in the nation to fully comply with Homeland Security standards put in place after the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks.

114,000 passengers are expected to depart on cruises from Norfolk in 2005. The Celebrity Horizon and the Seven Seas Navigator cruise to Bermuda from the popular port. Two other ships cruise to the Bahamas and the Caribbean from Norfolk.

Wave season - book your cruise early

2005-01-27T07:30:00.000-04:00

Wave season is the marketing term cruise lines and travel agents use for the first quarter (January to March), the period when cruisers buy the great majority of voyages for the rest of the year. Well, this year the surf is really up. According to Cruise Lines International Association, a marketing organization for the industry, cruise bookings are on a record pace and the percentage of consumers buying three to six months ahead of time is growing.

Book your Bermuda cruise early, before all the good cabins and bargains are gone.

Bermuda Living - online magazine

2005-01-26T07:13:00.000-04:00

It's a shame that Bermuda Living hasn't posted a new issue online since July (the website says they're renovating). Anyway, the back issues are well worth browsing for insight into Bermuda arts, family, flora, fauna, food, wine, fitness and homes. The design of the site is beautiful and the articles are fun. Let's hope that Bermuda Living returns with new issues in the near future.

Celebrity Zenith cruise ship review

2005-01-25T06:52:00.000-04:00

The Celebrity Zenith sails from Bayonne, NJ from April through October. CruiseMates has a review of the Zenith.

Those who place a priority on fine dining and excellent service and would rather bypass the floating mega-resorts will have a hard time beating 1,354-passenger Zenith. This beauty easily qualifies for our "Biggest Bang For the Buck" category in the mid-price category: warmly decorated with large cabins boasting terrific standard amenities like bathrobes, in-cabin massage and dining off the restaurant menu. Add to this the renowned cuisine of three-star Michelin chef Michel Roux plus waiters and stewards who remember your name. Zenith features Celebrity’s signature "Michael’s Club", for post-dinner cigars, martini and champagne bars and expanded fitness facilities.

Book a Bermuda cruise on the Celebrity Zenith.

Boston to Bermuda cruise basics

2005-01-24T07:04:00.000-04:00

An article from the Boston Globe includes cruise tips from Marcia Duffy, cruise marketing director for the Massachusetts Port Authority. If you're a first-time cruiser, take a cruise of 7-days or less. There are many special-interest cruises - check to see if there's one to match your hobby. Get help from a travel agency that specializes in cruises.

200,000 people will cruise from Boston this year, and for many the destination is Bermuda.

Bermuda Golfing

2005-01-23T11:40:00.000-04:00

One of the things that Bermuda is famous for is golf. My favorite Bermuda golf website is BermudaGolfing.com. Check out the cool features like 360-degree photos and special deals on many of the courses.

Seven Seas Navigator review

2005-01-22T10:04:00.000-04:00

A review of the Radisson Seven Seas Navigator from CruiseCritic.com. This all-suite ultra-luxury cruise ship sails to Bermuda in May, June and August of 2005.

Highlights of the Seven Seas Navigator experience include: spacious suite accommodations (301 square ft. to 1,173 square ft.); luxurious in-suite amenities; impeccable service throughout; a generous space-per-guest ratio (67.3 ft. of public space per guest); varied dining possibilities (including an Italian alternative dining option and complimentary wine at dinner); an upscale Carita Spa (formerly Judith Jackson Sea Spa); and ten Internet-ready computers.

The Navigator experience is very personal for most passengers, with a majority of the staff (at every level) quickly learning your name and preferences. The small number of passengers compared to the amount of public space typically makes for a very quiet cruise experience.

Bermuda weather watch

2005-01-21T07:15:00.000-04:00

Winter has the northeast and mid-Atlantic U.S. firmly in its grasp. How's the weather in Bermuda? The fantastic Bermuda Shorts weather page tells me that today's high will be 65 degrees (F) and the low will be 54 ... but the forecast also calls for rain. Not bad, considering what its doing here.

The Bermuda Shorts site has a really cool feature -- pick any day from the year and it can show you the actual weather on that day from every year since 1996. Sky photos from each of the years too. What a great way to see what's "typical"!

3.5 hours to Bermuda

2005-01-20T07:00:00.000-04:00

Northwest Airlines will offer direct flights Saturdays between Detroit Metropolitan Airport and Bermuda International Airport, in Hamilton, starting April 9 and running seasonally through Aug. 20. The flight will take approximately 3.5 hours.

For those living near the coast, a cruise is certainly the more fun (and probably more economical) way to Bermuda.

Bermuda golf photos

2005-01-19T07:00:00.000-04:00

Bermuda is golfer heaven. Here are a few photos of the courses on the islands to peak your interest. Celebrity Cruises offers special golf instruction on Horizon and Zenith cruises to Bermuda.

What's new in cruises for 2005

2005-01-18T07:06:00.000-04:00

The Washington Times takes a look at what's new in cruises for 2005. More than 10 million passengers went on cruises in 2004. What are you waiting for?

Bermuda memories - excellent photos

2005-01-17T07:55:00.000-04:00

Enjoy 7 pages of wonderful photos of Bermuda submitted to the Reefs Hotel by visitors to the island. Some of these tourists have a fine eye for photography. Or maybe they just get lucky once every thousand photos.

An island to yourself

2005-01-16T07:15:00.000-04:00

This is the off-season in Bermuda, which means you can enjoy it without the crowds. It may be too cool for swimming, but there's plenty of other stuff to do. Christopher Elliott found that the people make Bermuda great.

If you want an entire tropical island to yourself at this time of year, skip the Caribbean. Try Bermuda instead. Balmy but not oppressively humid, cultured but not pretentious, quaint without being antiquated, Bermuda is practically abandoned between Thanksgiving and Easter and, for all intents and purposes, visitor-free during the two weeks leading up to Christmas.

Celebrity Horizon photos

2005-01-15T10:42:00.000-04:00

Photos from a 2004 cruise to Bermuda on the Celebrity Horizon. Includes pics of the ship and the islands.

Bermuda cruise review

2005-01-14T18:46:00.000-04:00

A lengthy review of a cruise to Bermuda on the Celebrity Horizon, by Jack Welsch. Lots of nice photos too. Thanks for sharing, Jack!

It all started with a cruise to Bermuda

2005-01-13T07:16:00.000-04:00

Cruising is Jim Davis' favorite form of travel, and it started with a cruise to Bermuda. Read about Jim and Marilyn's cruise adventures.

Lonely Planet Bermuda

2005-01-12T07:12:00.000-04:00

Lonely Planet travel guides are wonderful, and their Bermuda book is no exception. Don't want to buy the book? Their Bermuda website covers all the basics. When to go, money, attractions (both popular and "secret"), history, culture, suggestions for further reading, a decent map ... and they even have virtual postcards.

Bermuda cruise deal

2005-01-11T07:51:00.000-04:00

The Washington Post weekly travel deals includes a bargain on a cruise to Bermuda. A Bermuda cruise on Celebrity's Horizon starts at $780 per person double for the Oct. 1 departure from Philadelphia. Take the same cruise in July and it'll cost more than twice as much for an inside cabin.

That's the difference between "hurricane season" and "non-hurricane season" pricing. If you're willing to gamble, you can get a bargain. Just be aware that your cruise might be interrupted by a hurricane in October.

Bermuda: stamps for 500th

2005-01-10T22:34:00.000-04:00

Commemorative stamps are to be issued for Bermuda's 500th anniversary. Next Thursday the set of five stamps will debut. This issue commemorates 500 years of the discovery of Bermuda, and displays various historical maps as well as different types of navigational instruments used by mariners who sailed to the islands over the past 500 years.

Bermuda cruise: 6 cruise ships

2005-01-09T09:43:00.000-04:00

6 cruise ships that sail to Bermuda from the eastern U.S. are described at this Bermuda cruises page. The ships depart from Boston, New York, Bayonne, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Norfolk. Included are two Norwegian Cruise Line ships, two Celebrity Cruises ships, one Radisson Seven Seas and one Royal Caribbean. That site also has information on Bermuda cruise deals.

Cruise wedding

2005-01-09T08:10:00.000-04:00

A cruise wedding is the easy, spectacular way to get hitched. Most cruise lines offer a wedding package. The cruise lines specialist will do all the hard work for you. The ship provides everything from flowers to photography, catering, and even the wedding cake. Your wedding can be as simple as an intimate just the couple and a champagne toast or as big as 100 guest and a sit down dinner. And, of course, Bermuda is a traditional wedding / honeymoon destination.

Resort wear- bermuda shorts

2005-01-08T08:06:00.000-04:00

This resort wear fashion guide says Bermuda shorts are in. Oh, and lots of color too. We thought you'd like to know.

Bermuda photos

2005-01-08T06:45:00.000-04:00

A variety of excellent photos of Bermuda are available to view online at PBase, a photo database website. Go to the site and do a search for "Bermuda". These pics by Daniel Dy are cool. Many of the photo galleries (68 of them when I searched) are of cruise trips to Bermuda. A great way to get a preview of your cruise to Bermuda.

Bermuda: fly soon and save on US Airways

2005-01-07T22:56:00.000-04:00

US Airways Vacations travelers can save $100 per room on air/hotel inclusive vacations of seven nights or longer to Bermuda when booking online. To take advantage of these savings, travelers should use promotional code Bermuda100. Savings are valid when travel is booked online Jan. 1-31, 2005 for travel Jan. 4 through March 31, 2005. US Airways Vacations travelers can save more with the Bermuda Companion Flies Free Sale or up to a $350 Companion Air Credit to Bermuda. The Companion Flies Free Sale is available to US Airways Vacations travelers who are flying from Boston, Philadelphia and New York to Bermuda. Travelers from all other origins receive a $350 Companion Air Credit to Bermuda.

Bermuda Cruise: Cruise Critic

2005-01-07T21:48:00.000-04:00

Cruise Critic has a fantastic, concise guide to Bermuda and Bermuda cruises. Lots of first-hand reviews. The inside story on what you'll find on the islands.

Bermuda Cruises: Royal Caribbean news

2005-01-06T07:44:00.000-04:00

Royal Caribbean announces its cruise news for 2005. Royal Caribbean is strengthening its Northeast lineup, with Voyager of the Seas and Grandeur of the Seas set to sail alternating five-night Bermuda and nine-night Western Caribbean itineraries from May through November 2005 from Cape Liberty (Bayonne NJ) and Baltimore respectively. In addition, the line's newest ship Jewel of the Seas returns to Boston in September 2005 to offer new 10-night Bermuda/Caribbean sailings visiting Tortola, B.V.I.; Philipsburg, St. Maarten, King's Wharf (Bermuda), and Labadee (Royal Caribbean's private destination in Hispaniola).

Bermuda: on the Travel Channel

2005-01-06T06:45:00.000-04:00

Set your Tivo or VCR ... the Travel Channel's Exotic Islands show will have an episode about Bermuda on January 11th at 10:30 am (Eastern Time). "Host Hunter Reno explores the island's charms and secrets on a moped." Ohhhh ... secrets!

Bermuda Cruise: Golf packages

2005-01-05T07:02:00.000-04:00

Golf-at-sea package cruises are growing in popularity and availability. And what better destination than Bermuda for cruises that mix a ship and the sticks? Lessons, practice areas, and shore excursions are offered on these cruises.

Bermuda: New York Times What's doing

2005-01-05T07:00:00.000-04:00

An article from the Times about Bermuda's recovery from a hurricane. Also has all the basics on island attractions, events, where to stay, and where to eat.

Culinary cruises

2005-01-04T07:01:00.000-04:00

This article about culinary cruises mentions one cruise to Bermuda from Philadelphia. Norwegian Cruise Lines has cooking classes for kids.