Last-Minute Caribbean and Mexico Travel Deals for March 2010

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This Week’s Hot Cruise Deals

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NEW CRUISE SHIPS SCHEDULED FOR 2010
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2010 will be known as the year of the cruise ships as various cruise liners will debut their new cruise ships. The biggest of them all is Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas which is a sister ship to the 16 deck high, Oasis of the Seas.

This year will be known throughout the cruise industry as “Wave Season” with the arrival of several new cruise ships. Cruise liners introducing their new ships for 2010 include Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Holland America, MSC Cruises, and more.

MSC Cruises, MSC Magnifica - Maiden voyage: March 7
MSC Magnifica is the fourth spectacular vessel in the MSC Cruise Lines’ “Musica” family of ships. This innovative super-liner will set sail in March 2010. Magnifica will feature a large number of balcony cabins, a 16,000-square-foot spa with a state-of-the-art fitness center, an impressive three-deck theater and an inviting main dining room. Soak in the Italian inspired decor, impeccable service and sumptuous cuisine. Step onboard and discover the warmth of true Italian hospitality.

Celebrity Cruises, the Celebrity Eclipse - Maiden voyage: April 26
The third ship in the Celebrity Cruises innovative Solstice class, the Celebrity Eclipse is scheduled to set sail April 2010. Experience the joys of sinking your toes in real grass at the Lawn Club, watch an artist create a work of art at the glass blowing studio or pamper yourself with a wide array of body treatments at the AquaSpa.

Along with luxurious accommodations, sumptuous cuisine at 10 different restaurants, inviting lounges, exceptional entertainment and attentive service - the Celebrity Eclipse is sure to exceed all your vacation expectations.

Norwegian Cruise Lines Norwegian Epic - Maiden voyage: June 24
Expected for delivery in the Summer of 2010, the Norwegian Epic will feature an awesome Top Deck water park with multiple slides, a 6-lane bowling alley, innovative New Wave cabins with smooth ocean-themed architecture, and even the Blue Man Group for onboard entertainment. Freestyle cruising has taken on a whole new level of excitement and freedom aboard the all new Norwegian Epic.

Guests will be awestruck at the variety of things to do under one roof. Sample chilled vodka served in a glass made of ice at the Ice Bar, race down three different water slides at the Aqua Park or work up a sweat at the state-of-the-art Sports Complex. Choose from 20 different dining options, a plethora of nightly entertainment, from clubs, lounges and a fun-filled casino, as well as numerous kids’ activities - the Norwegian Epic is Freestyle cruising fun perfect for singles, couples and families.

Holland America, the Nieuw Amsterdam - Maiden voyage: July 4
The Nieuw Amsterdam is the second vessel in Holland America’s new Signature-class of ships and will set sail in 2010. This regal ship has many of the loved Holland America Line’s features including the Explorations Cafe - a cyber-coffee house powered by the New York Times, the Pinnacle Grill and Pinnacle Bar as well as the innovative Culinary Arts Center.

Along with an expanded Greenhouse Spa and Salon, two outdoor swimming pools (one with a sliding glass roof), a youth facility including the teens-only Loft, as well as sumptuous cuisine and impeccable service one expects on a Holland America cruise, the Nieuw Amsterdam is sure to meet everyone’s cruising needs from singles to couples and families.

Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas - Maiden voyage: Dec. 12
Discover non-stop fun aboard the newest ship from Royal Caribbean and the second in the Oasis class family - the Allure of the Seas. Ride a wave on the FlowRider, catch water ballet at the Aquatheater, or let the wind race thru your hair while you fly across the open air atrium on a Zip Line. Get lost in seven distinct neighborhoods onboard with numerous places to dine, shop and catch live entertainment.

Families will enjoy the expanded Youth Zone that includes areas for tots, kids and teens. Along with Royal Caribbean favorites such as the Viking Crown Lounge, Royal Promenade, a state-of-the-art gym and spa, the Allure of the Seas will be a destination all on its own.

*Carnival Cruise Lines introduced their newest “Fun Ship”, the Carnival Dream in December 2009 and also has two more ships on order, but they don’t debut until 2011 and 2012, respectively.

Carnival’s most innovative ship yet, the Carnival Dream. This floating resort includes many amazing features sure to dazzle and delight children young and old from the expanded Camp Carnival to the huge Carnival Waterworks aqua park.

There are scenic whirlpools that extend over the ship’s beam, a 2 level Cloud 9 Spa - the perfect spot to pamper one-self and a variety of new stateroom categories specifically created for families that feature a full bathroom with shower plus a separate washroom with sink and junior tub. Climb aboard and discover the future of cruising aboard the Carnival Dream.

With all of these brand-new ships on their way, now is the time to begin planning your 2010 cruise vacation. View the below cruise specials and set sail in 2010 for less!

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