On 13 November, 2002, the structurally deficient Prestige tanker split up and sank off northern Spain, causing thousands of gallons of crude oil to wash up on European beaches with devastating consequences on countless fish, birds, and mammals. Dreadful enough on its own, but a more insidious threat quietly sails our waters in plain sight …
Cruise ships, especially the more modern ones, are like giant floating cities with a plethora of enticing features like spas, rooftop bars, and swimming pools. It’s hard to imagine, but most of these will eventually become unseaworthy and sail off into their final sunset. This is because the average lifespan of a cruise ship is …
Carnival Corporation is currently the largest leisure travel company in the world, providing travelers from around the globe with exceptional vacations at a great value. The name Carnival Corporation did not actually come into existence until 1994, but the company’s foundation was laid in 1972 when the late Ted Arison founded what is now one …
If you are trying to book a trip with Celebrity Cruises, you have probably noticed some discrepancies in the pricing depending on the suite you choose. Indeed, Celebrity Cruises stands out from other cruise lines because of its emphasis on suite offerings – with almost all of its ships equipped with broad suite privileges. The …
