What to do with kids in Ocho Rios
January 26, 2010 by Phil Stilton
Filed under Travel
Ocho Rios, Jamaica – Ocho Rios, or Ochi is a very popular cruise ship destination set far away from the hustle and bustle of Jamaica’s major ports of Kingston and Montego Bay. For many family travellers, Jamaica is sometimes a nervous experience the first time you go after hearing stories of depressed inner city political strife, gang violence and unsafe places for tourists. Those...
read full storyRoyal Caribbean CEO fires back at harsh criticism
Royal Caribbean International CEO Adam Goldstein responded to criticism over the cruise line’s stop at Labadee Haiti today. An internet furor has begun to heat up over the ship’s docking in a nation that has just been devastated by an earthquake. Some guests chimed in on internet message boards saying they were disgusted, but the company’s CEO explained that continued service...
read full storyNCL enters into agreement with Nickelodeon
Although it may rank as a distant third in size (behind Carnival Corp. and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line), Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) again demonstrated that it is an innovative giant within the cruise industry At a presentation by Executive Vice President Andy Stewart and CEO Kevin Sheehan onboard the Norwegian Gem in the port of New York, two of the cruise line’s newest innovations were revealed...
read full storyReal time cruise ship tracking website prepares for 2010 launch
Jackson, NJ - In 2007, Stilton Company, LLC a independent software developer in New Jersey teamed up with Tropical Ports, an online cruise and travel information site to develop the world’s most unique cruise ship tracking application, the Tropical Ports Cruise Ship Tracker. For the past year, the website has been in a public developmental beta stage, but it will soon launch it’s live...
read full storyManalapan travel club scam Modern Destinations Unlimited exposed
Manalapan, NJ – A Monmouth County travel club has been slapped with a lawsuit by the New Jersey Attorney General for frauding hundreds of would be vacationers out of thousands of dollars each. Modern Destinations Unlimited who also operates as Away We Go Promotions has been operating their newest scam since June. The scam begins with a post card in your mailbox offering victims...
read full storyCruise Ship Tracker looks for the Norwegian Perl
Miami – The Norwegian Pearl, a cruise ship in the fleet of Norwegian Cruise Lines left Miami on Saturday to embark on a 7 day Eastern Carribean voyage. Today, the ship docked just a couple hours ago in beautiful Samana in the Domincan Republic. Tonight, the Perl departs from Samana and heads to St. Thomas, an island in the U.S. Virgin Islands also known for its pristine beaches and home...
read full storyCarnival Cruise Lines has best children’s programs on the high seas
Carnival Cruise Lines, the world’s largest cruise operator, took top honors in eight categories, including Best Value, Entertainment and Best Children’s Programs, in the annual Readers Choice Awards sponsored by Porthole Cruise Magazine, the leading consumer cruise magazine. The awards are based on surveys of Porthole readers who rated their favorite cruise line in a wide variety of product- and...
read full storyHas Aruba’s tourism industry recovered from the Natalee Holloway case?
Oranjestad, Aruba – Prior to May 30th, 2005, Aruba had always been considered a tropical island paradise by many. It is an island unlike any other in the Caribbean whichresembles Northern Mexico and the American Southwest more than the Caribbean we’re all familiar with. The Dutch owned island lies just 14 miles north of Venezuela and has a vibrant mix of cultures inhabiting...
read full storyNorwegian Dawn cruise ship breaks down near Puerto Rico
November 28, 2009 by NJ News
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On Friday, the Norwegian Dawn, a cruise ship owned and operated by Norwegian Cruise Lines broke down on its way back to Miami after a week long trip around the Caribbean which included the Dominican Republic, Tortola, St. John, Barbados and St. Kitts. Passengers on board say the ship completely lost all power and Coast Guard ships and helicopters were dispatched to the scene. All activities...
read full storySt. Maarten’s Divi Little Bay one of Caribbean’s top resorts
October 15, 2009 by Phil Stilton
Filed under Travel
St. Maarten – If you’re looking for a quiet slice of paradise in the Caribbean, you may want to consider the Divi Little Bay, located on the 45 square mile island that is St. Maarten/St. Martin. The island itself offers visitors to experience Caribbean culture with a mixed Dutch and French influence. St. Martin was discovered in 1493 on Christopher Columbus’ second voyage...
read full storyTwo cruise ships collide in the Caribbean
Cozumel, Mexico -- An accident has occured on the high seas in the Caribbean. On September 30th, as the the Carinval Legend and Royal Caribbean Enchantment of the Seas cruise liners were pulling out of Cozumel, the two ships collided in extremely high winds. The Enchangement of the Seas was docked when the Carnival Legend plowed into the stern of the ship. While sustaining minor damage,...
read full storyThings to do in Barbados: Charles Fort Cannon Walk at the Barbados Hilton
September 18, 2009 by Phil Stilton
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Bridgetown, Barbados - Just south of Bridgetown in Barbados, you’ll find one of the nicest stretches of beaches in the Caribbean from Carlisle Bay to Needham Point. Mixed in these beautiful and picturesque beaches, you’ll find Charles Fort on the grounds of the Barbados Hilton. The fort was built in 1650 by the British Navy to protect the capital of Bridgetown and Carlisle Bay from...
read full storyAltun Ha Mayan Ruins in Belize a kid friendly archaeological expedition
September 17, 2009 by Phil Stilton
Filed under Travel
Belize City, Belize - There’s many places in life you never expect to go or would not plan on visiting and Belize was subconsciouslyalways on that list for me. Belize was that Central American country in high school geography that was always the easy test question as were most Central American countries whose capital city is just some form of the country name with city thrown at the end...
read full storyThe hidden gem of Honduras
Roatan, Honduras – On my first trip to Honduras, I didn’t know what to expect. I was an illinformed American with visions of worn out beach side shanties on stilts as my only other impression of Central America had been Belieze City. I figured Honduras surely must be a notch down. I admit, I was cautious about bringing my family to Roatan because of the troubles of mainland Honduras. I...
read full storyJamaica Travel: Fun things for kids to do in Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, Jamaica – Ocho Rios, or Ochi is a very popular cruise ship destination set far away from the hustle and bustle of Jamaica’s major ports of Kingston and Montego Bay. For many family travellers, Jamaica is sometimes a nervous experience the first time you go after hearing stories of depressed inner city political strife, gang violence and unsafe places for tourists. ...
read full storyThe tallest police officer in Jamaica
September 16, 2009 by Phil Stilton
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Ocho Rios, Jamaica (Cruise News Network)- I’ve been to Jamaica several times over the years and each visit to this beautiful island is more different than the next. We’re not your typical hotel and resort family. We like to get out and meet the people where we go and do what they do, not what Sandals wants you to do. We like to introduce our children to cultures around the world...
read full story5 Must do activities on your next Bahamas vacation
By Orson Johnson If you are vacationing in the Bahamas, here are five activities that can make your trip more interesting.1. Go diving – The Bahamas is the place to visit if you are a diving enthusiast. Every island in the Bahamas is guaranteed to have its share of coral reefs and serene waters, ideal for divers. You will never find a lack of experts or equipment to help you dive. The Andros...
read full storyCape May bed and breakfasts popular with New Jersey residents and visitors
Cape May, New Jersey is a serene location in south New Jersey and is also the southernmost point in New Jersey State. Cape May has a large number of bed and breakfast style hotels that are perfect for the worn out traveller. If you are planning to check out the best bed and breakfast Cape May NJ has to offer, you should check out a large number of listings on the internet. Cape May B and B’s are...
read full storyTagged bird found 8,000 miles from home
Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) scientists studying shorebirds in western Arctic Alaska recently made a serendipitous discovery when they spotted a bar-tailed godwit with a small orange flag and aluminum band harmlessly attached to its legs. Further research revealed that scientists in Australia had banded the bird and attached the flag near Victoria – more than 8,000 miles away. While banded...
read full storyAtlantic City makes it easier for New Yorkers to visit
Atlantic City (www.atlanticcitynj.com) is helping bring a taste of the city that is “Always Turned On” to the “City That Never Sleeps” this summer with its presence at the Jersey Shore Store located at 813 Broadway between 11th and 12th streets in New York City. The Jersey Shore Store, hosted by the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism, celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, May 28th...
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