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NEW CRUISE PORT ~ DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

 

 

ITM Group, has plans to build a new cruise port in Puerto Plato. It will be located fairly close to Amber Cove, a port developed by Carnival Corporation about 3 years ago. This will be a major addition for the Dominican Republic.

With the cruise industry on a rise, there is a need for more ports to frequently visited islands.

The new port will be called Taino Bay and will have a theme of the Pre Columbian culture. Taino Bay will replace Puerto Plata’s old cargo port, and cruise passengers will be just a short boat ride away from Fort San Felipe, a major historic site, and the colonial heart of Puerto Plata, which will be a 16-block area that will undergo a major government-led renovation. Continue reading “NEW CRUISE PORT ~ DOMINICAN REPUBLIC”

NCL’s DANCING OF THE SHIPS ~ JOY LEAVES CHINA

Plans for Norwegian Joy to receive a $50 million renovation and relocate to the US West Coast year-round.

Norwegian Joy plans to leave China and reposition to Seattle with 7 day itineraries to Alaska in April 2019 joining the Bliss and the Jewel and replacing the Norwegian Pearl. Following the Joy’s Alaska sailings, the Joy will offer Mexican Riviera and Panama Canal sailings in the winters of 2019 and 2020 from Los Angeles. Continue reading “NCL’s DANCING OF THE SHIPS ~ JOY LEAVES CHINA”

NCL BLISS ~ UNLIMITED GO KART PACKAGES

NCL Bliss is enhancing their popular new go karts at sea by offering unlimited day and weekly passes. It is only available onboard at this time.  According to NCL the guests who purchase an unlimited pass will wait in a separate line from the ones who have purchased an individual ride.   How will that effect the wait to ride these awesome little racers?

At this time the prices are $29.95 for an unlimited day pass per guest and $99.95 for a full week unlimited pass per guest. For those wishing to just pay for an individual ride, it is $9.95 per ride. S ome may think this is a little pricey for the exciting 8 minute ride.

What do you think? Is it worth it?

Sharon at Sea

VISIT JAMAICA

Whether you’re looking to relax or be a little more adventurous, Jamaica is worth taking the time to explore. Jamaica is made up of reggae music, sugary beaches, friendly faces, natural wonders and diverse cuisine.

Jamaica is divided into three historic counties ~ Middlesex, Surrey and Cornwall. Fourteen parishes are divided between these three counties. Jamaica’s capital city Kingston, as well as Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios, are the most visited destinations on the island.  Located on the southeastern coast, Kingston is a busy city (the largest on the island) most famously known for its many reggae nightclubs and the Bob Marley Museum.  Loaded with all-inclusive resorts, duty-free shopping and the seaside hip strip, Gloucester Avenue, Montego Bay in Cornwall County, a cruise port destination is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Caribbean. Negril is known for its seven miles of white sand beaches and laidback atmosphere.  Ocho Rios, a cruise ship stop for various cruise lines is located on Jamaica’s northern coast, and is home to both large resorts and smaller family owned hotels. Vacationers come here for the beautiful natural falls and world class scuba diving. Continue reading “VISIT JAMAICA”