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After previous rumors, The Daily Mail is now reporting the classic Queen Elizabeth 2, berthed in Dubai and awaiting a hotel conversation since 2008, has been sold to Far East interests for some $30 mi. 
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CruiseIndustryNews. com's 2012 Year in Review, our most read and top web updates, numbers 10-1. 10. Norway: All Pilot Services May Be Suspended 9. 2012 Deployment Trends Outlined by Cruise Industry.
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Top 2012 stories!
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The international cruise industry must proactively face up to its challenges and respond openly to criticism, according to a leading expert in the sector.
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Interesting article for us to discuss in our class. Many prices have raised for the Cruise Industry such as fuel prices; however, we as consumers have gone on cruises with approximately the same prices for years.
What are your thoughts?
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From games, to entertainment, to organizing activities, tablets are being used in a variety of new ways on cruise ships. Via Paul Sloan
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Interesting article on how different cruise lines are using ipads and technology in a variety of ways.
Students: A potential article to discuss in class.
Cristian Zablah's comment,
January 10, 2013 5:47 PM
I knew planes where using ipads but i did know cruises are using them too. I'm amazed but not because cruises are using ipads but the way they are using them. Cruises are using them to see TV. I mean, just amazing. I think it is great they are using technology to our favor.
Tré Dunbar's comment,
February 9, 2013 10:25 AM
I like how the cruise lines are beginning to integrate tablets and ipads into their operation. The increase in interaction onboard or merely checking in will help propel the industry to the next level of guest satisfaction. One thing I am against is, one of the main reasons to go on a cruise, is to get away from it all. If cruise lines are using these devices to help its passengers connect with home and work, it will take away from that one feature that a cruise trip had that other trips did not.
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Crew members on cruise ships around the world will better secure heavy objects such as pianos and televisions during rough weather as part of a new safety policy announced today by groups representing the...
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Good article!
Stephanie Gomes's comment,
January 13, 2013 9:22 PM
I'm really happy to hear about additional life jacket safety policies. I was in shock to hear that most life jackets are kept in cabins and below deck. Life jackets must be accessible and not lacking in number. I'm huge on boating, and received my license a few years ago. On passenger vessels, you can easily receive a hefty fine for having enough lifejackets for the number of passengers onboard, but keeping them in a "hard-to reach" location. I'm glad we're expanding this policy to cruise ships. It's just a much smarter idea to have these safety policies. I understand that it may very difficult to find deck space for such large quantities of life jackets, but as new ships are being built, it will be more easy to incorporate this policy is the design phase of the ships.
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Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and the European Cruise Council (ECC) are pleased with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) decision to approve incorporation of the cruise industry’s recommendation for the mandatory muster... Via koushikchakraborty
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Most cruise lines have already incorporated the recommended changes.
Cruise Line Students: please read this article for class.
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Nine cruise industry associations announced this week that they have agreed to operate under a common organization with a unified structure to serve as the voice and advocacy leader of the global cruise industry.
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February 9, 2013 10:51 AM
I did not realize there were so many other cruise industry groups. I thought that the Cruise Lines International Association was the governing industry group - since it was international. I believe that this move is the best for all parties. Whenever you can not everyone with common interest under one umbrella, you are able to more effectively streamline communication and interaction with those involved in the industry.
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SeaDream Yacht Club, a niche cruise operator with two small ships, announced the appointment of Pamela Conover as CEO on Wednesday.
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I had the honor to have Pamela Conover as the President of two cruise lines I proudly worked for! She is going to do such an exceptional job!!!
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New rules for safety on ships
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Students, Please read this article and review the 10 new safety measures.
What are your thoughts? How do you believe these changes will impact the operation/guests/costs, etc.? Thank you!
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The cruise ship industry has sailed away from sustainability and its reputation is sinking. Via Lynn Johnson Hasselberger
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I enjoyed reading this article -- I do see many cruise lilnes however making huge efforts in sustainability and green efforts. Many cruise lines have programs that educate crew, staff, and guests onboard.
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While (that most famous of circumnavigators| that famous fictional chracter|the exploits of the famous adventurer}, Phileas Fogg, inspired the notion of sailing around the world in 80 days, {most people today are lucky if they can take a two-week vacation| many vacationers have limited time and financial resources to consider|many travelers prefer the flexibility offered by shorter cruises}. Cruisin Susan Cruise Blog - TAKE A CRUISE, LIVE A DREAM!
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Great article! Most first time cruisers opt for the shorter cruise. Cruises are like potato chips....you can't just take only one. If you go on one cruise, you will probably be a cruiser for life.
Tiffany Gomez's comment,
February 17, 2013 3:25 PM
I think is really great. Many people have such busy schedules, with work, family, school, etc, that they don't have the time to go on long cruises or vacations. I'm sure there are people dying to go on a cruise and can't because they don't have time. So ,its great that there are shorter cruises so that those people have the opportunity to experience what it is to go on a cruise.
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QE2 - she made history and will always be remembered in our hearts.