Pride of America

Cruises combine the very best elements of the very best vacations all in one place. A single ship will house accommodations, recreation, and fine dining venues all while sailing the ocean blue. On a cruise you have the comfort of a resort while being able to visit many locations. The Pride of America is just one of many ships that Norwegian offers; it has the utmost in guest amenities and services.

Nine bars and lounges will keep adults busy while onboard. Bars such as Mardi Gras Cabaret Lounge, Napa Wine Bar, and Waikiki Bar are themed to reflect different parts of America. Other themed areas onboard the ship include the South Beach inspired pool area, the Santa Fe fitness center, and many others. If themes are not what you are looking for, there are a wide array of activities; one unique feature of the ship is the Conservatory. This location features a tropical garden and many bird species.

In addition to the interesting features onboard, many traditional cruising amenities are offered. A spa, casino, internet center, beauty parlor, and video arcade are offered. Other great amenities include the basketball court, fitness center, two swimming pools, and golf simulator.

Carnival Miracle

For those who decide that the perfect vacation for them is to cruise the world in an ocean liner, there are many options one can choose among. Cruises are great for people who want to see many different ports of call, while still enjoying the amenities of a fine resort. The Carnival Miracle is one ship that affords passengers the luxury of both aspects of cruising; you see exotic ports of call while engaging in the many recreational opportunities afforded by the Miracle.

The many features that make the Miracle special include 24-hour room service, a showroom, internet access, onboard weddings, and a library. Other such amenities available onboard include the three swimming pools, four hot tubs, video arcade, and beauty shop. While onboard, relaxing, having technological fun, or just getting your hair done are all options.

With dance clubs, fine restaurants, and eighteen bars and lounges, adults will find no end to the fun onboard the Miracle. A spa, jogging track, fitness center, and casino afford adult guests quite a bit to do on their vacation. Kids can enjoy the kiddie pool, youth programs, teen center, and children’s playroom. The Carnival Miracle also offers services such as babysitting, which helps parents have alone time while onboard the ship.

• 88,500 tons
• 963 feet in length
• 106 feet wide
• Passengers: 2,667
• Crew: 934
• Built: 2004
• Inside Cabins: 213
• Outside Cabins: 849
• Balcony Cabins & Suites: 682
• Suites: 50
• Maximum Occupancy per cabin: 4
• Adjoining Cabins: 24
• Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins: 16
• Registry: Panama

Carnival Miracle Pictures

Jolly Beach Resort

Jolly Beach Resort is Antigua’s largest resort built on 40 acres of tropical gardens and exotic Palms, just 9 miles from the airport and 7 miles from St. John’s. Its 462 rooms with contemporary style interiors come with their own personal patios and sea views.

With its 5 restaurants, 7 bars, fitness center, 4 tennis courts and 2 fresh water pools this resort provides an incredible experience. Enjoy the warmth of a friendly staff and quality service. Enjoy the soothing Caribbean breeze and swim in the turquoise waters of the Sea or enjoy the Fantasy Pool. During the day, a wealth of activities awaits you at the beach or you can join in the fun by the poolside. Spend the afternoon touring St. John’s, shopping and sightseeing or just relax at the spa.

• The Hemisphere with its Caribbean décor and island music set in the palms is a casual semi outdoor restaurant.
• The Coconut Grill by the beach servers hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken and fish sandwiches from the grill.
• Lydia’s Caribbean Seafood serves island cuisine and fresh grilled seafood on the beach.
• Ristorante Bocciolo serves pasta and other Italian specialties indoors.
• Utsav Indian Restaurant serves different Indian style cuisine alfresco prepared in an outdoor kitchen

The rooms in the resort cater to all budgets, from supersavers to superior king sized and junior suites. They all have patios and ocean views. So whether you are a newly wed or a couple, a family or a tired executive, Jolly Beach Resort will provide you with a relaxing Caribbean vacation.

Jolly Beach Resort Pictures

Divi Aruba Resort

Divi Aruba is a beautiful resort and ideal for a family vacation. It is a low-rise beach front resort with tropical gardens. There are 203 air conditioned rooms with large patios or balconies with ocean or garden views.

Relax and unwind or be active with water sports in one of the 3 pools, go to the fitness center, relax at the spa, bike, play tennis, or receive windsurfing instructions. Take a snorkeling tour to view the incredible marine life in its natural surroundings. Whatever you choose to do is included at this resort.

The Red Parrot has indoor/outdoor dining on the beachfront. The Pelican Terrace is a poolside restaurant offering breakfast, lunch and dinner in semi open-air surroundings.

The Coco Grill Bar serves brick oven pizzas and grilled sandwiches. Take in the evening’s entertainment or just stroll across to the beautiful Alhambra Casino.

The oceanfront Pelican or Sandpiper Bars serves unlimited beverages.

So whether you are a family with children, a couple, a single or a business executive, Divi Aruba Resort is the ideal place for a wonderful Caribbean vacation.

Divi Aruba Resort Pictures

Carnival Legend

Sailing the sea is much more fun if one is cruising onboard a ship; for seafarers, there is no better way to go than to take a cruise. Engage oneself in the many activities onboard, visit exotic ports of call, or simply watch the gorgeous scenery pass by while you dine in luxury. Heading out to see on the Carnival Legend is one way in which you can experience all of the glory of taking a cruise.

Part of the Spirit class, the Legend offers guests all the amenities of a world-class resort with the added bonus of visiting different locales. Adults will fine many opportunities for fun aboard the ship, including, a casino called the Club Merlin Casino, a performance theater/lounge known as Follies, and an exclusive dining club called The Golden Fleece Supper Club. With sixteen bars and lounges, a fitness center, library, and two dance clubs, every interest can find appeasement onboard the Legend.

Other amenities are offered onboard the ship; many are suited to both adults and children. Some are exclusively for the kids. Three swimming pools, a jogging track, and mini-golf offer kids and adults something to do. Children can participate in the youth program or visit the children’s playroom or teen center. One other great amenity is the babysitting service that is available on the Carnival Legend.

• 88,500 tons
• 963 feet in length
• 106 feet wide
• Passengers: 2,667
• Crew: 930
• Built: 2002
• Refurbished: 2008
• Inside Cabins: 213
• Outside Cabins: 849
• Balcony Cabins & Suites: 682
• Suites: 50
• Maximum Occupancy per cabin: 4
• Adjoining Cabins: 28
• Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins: 16
• Registry: Panama

Carnival Legend Pictures

Carnival Imagination

Taking a cruise around the ocean is an amazing way to spend a vacation; doing it on the right ship will make for the best vacation. Choosing the correct vessel requires knowing what you want out of your cruise vacation. There are many options; one such option is the Carnival Imagination, which offers many amenities for cruise guests.

Two swimming pools, Waterworks Water Park, children’s pool, children’s playroom, and supervised youth programs offer some fun for the whole family. Babysitting services, a video arcade, and a teen center offer even more family-oriented activities. For more adult-oriented fun, the ship offers a casino, twelve bars/lounges, and a fitness center. A jogging track, two dance clubs, spa, beauty salon, and six hot tubs can also be found onboard the Carnival Imagination.

The ship also offers an art gallery, the Pride Dining Room, and the Spirit Dining Room. All of this fine dining and recreation can be had amidst the scenic backgrounds of the Bahamas and the Caribbean. For lovely ports of call and fine amenities, check out the Carnival Imagination.

• 70,367 tons
• 855 feet in length
• 103 feet wide
• Passengers: 2,654
• Crew: 920
• Built: 1995
• Refurbished: 2004
• Inside Cabins: 408
• Outside Cabins: 618
• Balcony Cabins & Suites: 54
• Suites: 54
• Maximum Occupancy per cabin: 5
• Adjoining Cabins: None
• Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins: 24
• Registry: Bahamas

Carnival Imagination Pictures

Carnival Conquest Review

 

Carnival Conquest

The Carnival Conquest a 110,000 ton, 3,700 passenger cruise ship truly has something for everyone. On board you’ll find that 60% of the cabins feature an oceanview and 60% of those cabins also have balconies. So finding a great cabin shouldn’t be a problem. Many of the public rooms are named after classic painters such as Van Gogh, Degas, Renoir and Manet. Scattered about the ship you’ll find murals copying the works of these art masters.

On each night aboard the Carnival Conquest, passengers can enjoy the Vegas style shows or comedy acts in the Toulouse Lautrec lounge. Younger passengers can have a blast in the supervised programs of Camp Carnival. Also be sure to check out the Nautica Spa where you’ll find a steam sauna and massage rooms, a salon, and fitness center.

Dining

In addition to the dining mentioned below the Carnival Conquest also has breakfast served by room service until 10am. A full breakfast and lunch served on deck, including a salad bar and sushi in the late afternoon, and 24 hour Pizzeria.

Renoir Restaurant & Monet Restaurant are the 2 main dining rooms. Breakfast is open seating from 7:45am – 9:00am, and lunch which is also open seating is served from 12:00 noon – 1:30pm. There are two dinner seatings and both require reservations. The early dinner seating is at 6pm and the late seating is at 8pm.

• 110,000 tons
• 953 feet in length
• 116 feet wide
• Passengers: 3,700
• Crew: 1,150
• Built: 2002
• Inside Cabins: 577
• Outside Cabins: 910
• Balcony Cabins & Suites: 556
• Suites: 52
• Maximum Occupancy per cabin: 4
• Adjoining Cabins: 65
• Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins: 28
• Registry: Panama

Carnival Conquest Pictures