2016-09-23 19:20
The concert-style production will then go fleetwideBy Patti PietschmannSeabourn Cruises is debuting a new production called ‘An Evening with Tim Rice’ on the soon to launch Seabo… Read More
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2016-09-21 17:13
The heavenly private jet will feel like a flying cruise ship flying on cloud 9By Patti PietschmannCrystal Cruises, the burgeoning bodacious top of the line travel conglomerate of the mi… Read More
2016-09-20 17:44
Invest in the future with special event organized by CEO/co-founder of popular Cruiseable.com websiteBy Patti PietschmannThe lunch will take place at The GarageHere's you chance to invest in… Read More
2016-09-19 23:30
Co-founder of Oceania Binder will also continue with Regent Seven SeasBy Patti PietschmannPhoto from Bob Binder's Facebook pageNorwegian Cruise Lines, operators of Regent Seven Seas Cruises… Read More
2016-09-19 19:13
Original shows to star 10 of the company's cruise linesBy Patti Covello PietschmannYou can now learn more about you choices of cruise lines from the comfort of your own TV room b… Read More
2016-09-15 23:34
Nothing like sailing on the open sea on Crystal Symphony or Serenity with nothing to do to but..By Patti Covello Pietschmann with photos by Richard PietschmannThe daily Reflections lists all… Read More
2016-09-15 21:22
The cruise will do double duty with added Thanksgiving festivities By Patti PietschmannPhoto from Edie Rodriquez Facebook pageBeautiful blonde dynamo Edie Rodriguez, CEO/president… Read More
2016-09-13 21:12
Earlier today a crew member was killed by a falling lifeboat on Harmony of the Seas By Patti PietschmannAnother tragic ship accident has taken the lives of two crew members, both… Read More
2016-09-13 19:28
Business Class flights plus big savings in store on Crystal Cruises 2017 European voyagesBy Patti Covello PietschmannGreat deals on Crystal Symphony for 2017Planning ahead for your next crui… Read More
2016-09-13 18:35
Accident occurs during lifeboat drillBreaking cruise news by Patti PietschmannDuring a lifeboat drill on the world's largest ship, Harmony of the Seas, in Marseille, France, one of the boa… Read More
2016-09-13 17:13
Roberto Martinoli to replace Enzo Visone in key roleBy Patti Covello PietschmannLuxury cruise operator Silversea has been busy making some management changes and additions. Earlier &nb&hell…Read More
2016-09-10 19:44
Butlers on board make your cruiseBy Patti Covello PietschmannThey can be found on such ships as Crystal and Silversea where they bring your breakfast (if you want to enjoy it on… Read More
2016-09-09 23:01
How cruise documents were packaged before GoogleBy Patti PietschmannOnce upon a time when cruise lines didn't have web sites and still sent your tickets in the mail you got handsome folders/… Read More
2016-09-09 19:53
Cruise news you can use by Patti Covello PietschmannNew VP of marketing hired at small luxury ship operator SilverseaJanet Bava, a well seasoned professional has joined upscale Silversea Cru… Read More
2016-09-09 19:35
Photos from a glorious Caribbean cruise on board Silversea Cruises Silver Spiritby Patti and Richard Pietschmann (photos mostly by Richard)Segwaying in AntiguaA tropical Antigua Sky A t… Read More
2016-09-08 17:48
It was pretty scary for the massive crowd sailing on a Carnival Legend Alaska cruise last month when all of a sudden water was flooding over the pool and the ship titled way to one &nb&hell…Read More
2016-09-07 18:06
Norwegian Cruise Lines' new ship to offer epic foodie fest at seaBy Patti PietschmannWhile you'll have to fly to Shanghai to board the Norwegian Joy, it's well worth the effort i… Read More
2016-09-06 21:33
World's largest cruise operator building a pair of behemoth 5,200-passenger shipsBy Patti Covello PietschmannCarnival the Cruise operator that brings you a fleet of Fun Ships, Fantasy ships… Read More
2016-09-02 20:12
With Dame Zandra Rhodes,Colin McDowell, Fern Mallis and Gail SackloffBy Patti Covello PietschmannQM2 Fashion Week photo provided by CunardThe Queen Mary 2 became a royal runway ye… Read More
2016-09-02 18:22
Deal includes gratuities, upgrades and moreBy Patti PietschmannHere it is your moment of seafaring Zen--an epic deal offered by Cunard Cruise Lines on more than 170 sailing from May 2017 to… Read More
2016-09-01 23:46
Suspected drug smuggler Melina Roberge 22 seen having a swell time via her Instagram accountTwo young 20-somethings Canadian women hopped on a $22,000 world cruise on the Sea Princess (opera… Read More
2016-08-31 21:04
Super stylish Silversea Cruises continues to impress with next generation shipBy Patti PietschmannThe Silver Muse will join the fleet of feisty upscale vessels in 2017 and I for one can't wa… Read More
2016-08-31 00:21
Celebrity Cruises presents Demi Lovato concert in St. Maarten, new WiFi packages on P&OBy Patti Pietschmann Demi Lovato in concert for passengers of four Celebrity… Read More
2016-08-28 18:02
A wordless photo essay about years of dreamy luxury cruises with Richard and Patti PietschmannSpa timeCrystal Cruises deck and butler for our penthouse stateroom Mornin… Read More
2016-08-25 18:59
Paul Gauguin presents paradise found for 2017By Patti Covello PietschmannHaving cruised in French Polynesia half a dozen times on different ships, among which was the perky… Read More
2016-08-25 18:18
Another industry first for Crystal CruisesBy Patti Covello PietschmannIf you can't take the cruise watch it on the web site. Continually innovative Crystal Cruises’ has added ano… Read More
2016-08-24 16:46
For first time ever a Carnival ship will sail from the SoCal port to AlaskaBy Patti Pietschmann The Cruise GuruGood news for residents of the greater Los Angeles area particularly, who want… Read More
2016-08-24 00:51
The unconventional cruiser sails to the beat of a different drummerBy Patti Pietschmann, avid cruiserWhen my first mate, Richard and I cruise on ships such as Crystal, Regent Seven Seas, Sil… Read More
2016-08-23 21:15
Secrets of a skinny seafarerBy Patti Covello PietschmannOne of the most common excuses I hear from people who are afraid to take a cruise is fear of gaining weight. And unless you're an abso… Read More
2016-08-23 17:43
Cruise line steps up to the plate to help restore devastated areaBy Patti PietschmannSince 2004 Carnival Cruise Lines has been sailing ships out of New Orleans amassing big bucks while… Read More
2016-08-19 19:36
Swimming prowess and survival instincts set in for 32-year-old Fanby Patti PietschmannFan, a 32-year-old Chinese woman who was on board Royal Caribbean’s 2,000-p… Read More
2016-08-19 19:31
VIPs attend gala ceremony in Germany By Patti Covello PietschmannCrystal's river yachts will carry on the butler theme which is offered on Serenity and SymphonyCrystal River… Read More
2016-08-19 00:05
With the virus, and other mosquito-born diseases spreading like wildfires in Florida and Caribbean they probably shouldby Patti PietschmannInternet polls are indicating the people are either… Read More
2016-08-16 23:50
The luxury cruise line has spent over two years amassing experts for the voyageBy Patti Covello PietschmannCrystal Cruises began a landmark, 32-day Northwest Passage today Aug. 16… Read More
2016-08-13 18:57
Before you sail there are a few things you need to knowBy Cruise Guru Patti Covello PietschmannPhoto by my first mate Richard J Pietschmann of ships in the CaribbeanWhether you’re a te… Read More
2016-08-12 23:29
More passengers head to the Last FrontierBy Patti Covello PietschmannRegent Seven Seas Mariner in Juneau (Richard Pietschmann)Having just did an Alaska cruise in June see my earlier article… Read More
2016-08-12 22:08
· Linkedin Even the bus ride from Anchorage Airport to Seward was remarkableExperience shared by Richard and Patt… Read More
2016-08-11 23:42
The new Seabourn program will feature famous Dr. Andrew Weilby Patti Covello PietschmannCouples massages rock on SeabournThere's nothing like pampering yourself at a seagoing spa… Read More
2016-08-09 22:23
If you always dreamed of sailing in the tropical paradise of French Polynesia here's your chanceBy Patti Covello PietschmannThese fares are so good I am ready to book now. Check out the summ… Read More
2016-08-08 21:49
Like Crystal Cruises the new web site speaks eleganceby Patti Covello PietschmannPhoto of Crystal Serenity courtesy Crystal CruisesIt's stylish, sleek and so Crystal Cruises. The new w… Read More
2016-08-06 21:02
Ambitious plan aborted after feasibility study shows no feasibility by Patti Covello PietschmannThis video was released after Crystal announced plans to restore the iconic vessel… Read More
2016-08-05 22:16
Now this is interesting. The LA Times reported a story today, Aug.5,that due to high security and distractions men's and women's Olympics contestants have been living the life of luxur… Read More
2016-08-05 15:54
More reason to sail on Crystal EspritBy Patti Covello PietschmannCrystal SerenityMany passengers on Crystal Cruises luxury ships Serenity and Symphony spend much of their time during d… Read More
2016-08-03 22:06
Photo courtesy Silversea CruisesAhoy fans/repeat passengers of Silversea Cruises (of which there are many including your Cruise Guru). The operator of small stylish luxury liners is upg… Read More
2016-08-01 19:25
The Cruise Guru's greatest dealsby Patti PietschmannAhoy mates, Cunard is still offering some really affordable fares for crossing the Atlantic between New York and England. If y… Read More
2016-07-30 23:41
A little luxury cruise that could, would and did redefine elegance at seaBy Patti Covello Pietschmann with photos by Richard J PietschmannPool time on the Symphony with PattiFirst Crystal Cr… Read More
2016-07-29 20:52
Advice on how to avoid getting bitten and moreBy Patti Covello Pietschmann (photos by Richard J Pietschmann)While I've sailed recently in areas where the Zika virus is running rampant such a… Read More
2016-07-27 23:20
Want to getaway from the madness of 2016 presidential fiasco: book a Crystal CruiseBy Patti Covello PietschmannAh the good life on Crystal (photo by Richard J. Pietschmann)Okay we've all had… Read More
2016-07-27 22:17
Like passengers, cruise ship captains have their favorite ports, islands which they would love to go as often as possible such as Bora Bora, Sydney, the Far East and beyondBy Cruise Guru Pat… Read More
2016-07-25 17:01
The changing culinary scene at sea a feast for foodiesby Patti Covello Pietschmann with photos by Richard J. PietschmannVeal chop cooked at your table at Silverseas Hot RockEven breakf… Read More
2016-07-23 21:07
The meeting of the muddy watersby Patti Covello Pietschmann with photos by Richard J. PietschmannIt's been eight months since our Amazon Cruise on Seabourn Quest and every magica… Read More
2016-07-22 20:24
An opinion piece by Patti Covello Pietschmann with photos by Richard J. Pietschmann As a veteran cruiser who has more than 300 voyages under her nautical belt I can unabashedly admit that fo… Read More
2016-07-21 18:58
A team of marine biologists, naturalists, dives and other experts will be on board to enrich passengersbyPatti Covello Pietschmann with photos by Richard J PietschmannCrystal Cruises r… Read More
2016-07-20 23:05
Cruise news you can use from Patti Covello PietschmannYou are out of luck if you had planned on, or were considering, sailing on Celebrity Equinox in 2017 in Europe. However she will be avai… Read More
2016-07-20 22:29
Cruising and all that JazzBy Patti Covello PietschmannDo you love the sounds of jazz and the sea? Then this cruise is for you. On Dec. 6, 2016, MSC Cruises will staqe its 13 annual&nbs&hell…Read More
2016-07-19 18:24
See the world from a private stateroom balcony on one of three Cunard Queensby Patti Covello PietschmannHere it is you moment of seafaring Zen: Cunard is staging a World Adventur… Read More
2016-07-18 16:25
Cheers to Cunard's Commodore Club barkeepsby Patti Covello PietschmannLift a glass and cheer your travel companion or other passengers at Cunard’s iconic cocktail bar the Commodore Cl… Read More
2016-07-16 22:59
The Cruise Guru: Regent Seven Seas exquisite Explorer makes her bow...: Seven Seas Explorer knocks 'em dead at Monte Carlo debut by Patti Covello Pietschmann &nbs&hell…Read More
2016-07-16 22:58
The Cruise Guru: 20 indispensible things to pack for a cruise: Packing for a cruise? Here's a check list of items to remember from a Diva who knows Patti Covello Pietschmann… Read More
2016-07-16 22:57
Packing for a cruise? Here's a check list of items to remember from a Diva who knowsPatti Covello PietschmannOops what did you forget? Even seasoned travelers forget to pack important… Read More
2016-07-15 21:19
Many cruise lines have pulled ships out of Turkish ports (substituting Greek Islands) and itineraries in the wake of the terrorists attacks in Istanbul and other areas so it's likely l… Read More
2016-07-14 17:36
Seven Seas Explorer knocks 'em dead at Monte Carlo debutbyPatti Covello Pietschmann The ceremonial bashing of the C… Read More
2016-07-13 16:37
Molton Brown hits the high seas creates signature scents for luxury line Seabourn CruisesbyPatti PietschmannSeabourn"Our new Seabourn Signature Scents are the result of genuine collaboration… Read More
2016-07-12 21:52
By Patti Covello Pietschmann &nb&hell…Read More
2016-07-12 21:17
Ruby Princess in Grand Turk, photo by Richard J. PietschmannAhoy seafarers seeking savings on cruises. Princess Cruises&nb&hell…Read More
2016-07-12 00:46
We took a Caribbean/Amazon cruise on the dazzling Seabourn Quest--15 glorious day of fine dining, pampering and enjoyment. The ship sailed from F… Read More
2016-07-11 20:54
While your Cruise Guru didn't attend but wish she could have in order to really write a personal review, Crystal, the Most Luxurious Travel and Lifestyle Brand Portfolio. C… Read More
2016-07-11 20:22
Unless you are sailing on a cruise line that provides all-inclusive fares, and even sometimes if you are, extra expenses can add up fast for things like shore excursions, spa treatments, WiF… Read More
2016-07-11 19:32
By Patti Covello PietschmannA witty former Princess Cruises' captain, John Young, liked to offer this pithy apology to any passengers who may have become seasick after a particularly rocky n… Read More
2016-07-09 17:25
If you want to know more about this experience on Regent Seven Seas Mariner click on this link: https://cruiseable.com/experiencing-alaska-on-a-luxury-ship Rain forest bike a… Read More
2016-07-08 18:44
One of the highlights of a Crystal Cruise from New York last year was a stop in the uber-charming city of Charleston, South Carolina. A friend met us there and showed us around f… Read More
2016-07-07 20:52
It was momentous occasion in Brooklyn, New York yesterday as Cunard's newly remastered Queen Mary2 slipped into port. Her arrival was met with much pomp and ceremony as she proudly displayed… Read More
2016-07-05 17:20
Cruise news you can use by Patti Covello Pietschmann-- If you care about such things, MSC Cruises, a Swiss-based ship operator today announced the name of its next generation ship. It … Read More
2016-07-04 23:14
Plagued by Norovirus and other problems during the earlier part of this year, one of Fred Olsen's ship named Black Watch suffered an engine fire recently and according to Cruise… Read More
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