I Demand a Free Cruise!

Goldring Travel July 29, 2008

I have been reading a thread on Cruise Critic about Seabourn cancelling a March 28, 2009 repositioning cruise from St. Thomas to Ft. Lauderdale. Seabourn – giving eight (8) months prior notice – has offered a 10% discount plus a $200 onboard credit. The Host chimes in immediately that the compensation sounds low and then

American Superyacht Regatta 2008 Video

Goldring Travel July 29, 2008

For any of you interested in a bit of silly at times, but also beautiful, video of the Regatta click on this link: http://www.synfo.com/SynfoTV/synfotvLargeScreen.asp?video=1196 As they say, Yachting: Steeped in Tradition. Soaked in Beer!

Prinsendam Fans – An Unbelievable Deal – And You Can Only Get It Here!

Goldring Travel July 25, 2008

For those who want to cruise on the former Seabourn Sun, Holland America has made two incredible 2008 European sailings available to me (and to very few travel agents anywhere!) on the Prinsendam which are – ready for this – AIR INCLUSIVE at cruise only rates! Here are the details:14 day Black Sea Cruise Rome

Clipper Pacific Update – Still in Tampa and The News Is Not Great

Goldring Travel July 25, 2008

I wanted to give those of you interested an update on the Clipper Pacific…and it is not really very good news. She remains in Tampa and, according to a U.S. Coast Guard release late yesterday there is work being done to replace a 5 foot by 6 foot plate of steel along with some internal

It’s Like a Sandwich! Seabourn Spirit – New Ports for 2009

Goldring Travel July 24, 2008

It is not the bread that usually distinguishes or defines a a sandwich. Tuna or cheese, roast beef or chicken salad; you don’t usually mention the bread. It is not that the bread is unimportant, but it is just not as important for most. “Tuna on rye” or “Chicken salad on a hard roll”; never

Boat International USA 50 Largest US Owned Yachts – MSY Islander

Goldring Travel July 23, 2008

Today I received the August 2008 edition of Boat International USA and it lists the 50 largest yachts with a United States owner. I, quite proudly, saw that the superyacht that I breathed, ate, slept and drank for almost five years of my life remains – after an incredible 18 years – on the list.

Seabourn Odyssey – The Suite Details

Goldring Travel July 23, 2008

Some of you have inquired about the suites on the Seabourn Odyssey and how the compare to the triplets and other luxury cruise lines. I will give it a shot, trying not to be too numbers oriented (as many can’t tell size from reading square footage) or adding too much “stuff” about things you would

The Seabourn Pride, Legend and Spirit – Long Range Plans

Goldring Travel July 22, 2008

There has been in further inquiry about the plans for Seabourn’s current fleet of three small yachtlike ships with more than enough false rumors and innuendo that their end is near. The fact is, as I had previously posted, the triplets are part of Seabourn’s long range plans. Here are some truths: 1. The smaller

What Drives Me Crazy About Message Boards and Why I Am Here

Goldring Travel July 22, 2008

As many of you know, someone incorrectly posted on Cruise Critic that Seabourn “stole” away a Silversea ship…then it was that it was meant to be a Silversea ship and that “Some people were even crossed with Seabourn for taking over the contract! ” Where does this stuff come from? Then, on the Silversea board

Seabourn Odyssey – The Details.

Goldring Travel July 21, 2008

So what is this new Seabourn Odyssey all about? First, let me state the obvious…which might not be that obvious to those who have not cruised on Seabourn. The new ship is about service. Consistent service. The service you expect. Carnival, Princess and Royal Caribbean have far more toys and venues than the Odyssey, but

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