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Popular cruise line Royal Caribbean Cruises have revealed that they are to open a new art store aboard their Allure of the Seas liner. When it comes into service from November, the retail outlet will offer works by pop culture artist Romero Britto, and will see the artist's first outlet aboard a ship.

The second largest cruise operator in the world, Royal Caribbean Cruises , has revealed in its latest report that a number of new measures have impacted upon its efficiency and bettered its environmental effect. With ships that are designed better, and improved sailing practices, the firm said that fuel consumption has dropped by about 4per cent, decreasing their carbon footprint and making them more attractive to the eco conscious passenger.

The theatre industry has had a publicly tough time of late; particularly after the downturned economic climate stopped entertainment lovers from spending on shows, as they instead opted to save their money. However, with the cruise industry putting on bigger and better performances, companies such as Royal Caribbean cruises could be set to keep the theatre experience very much alive.

Booking a cruise holiday can be a complicated process, and a minefield of choice to ensure you secure the best price, cruise line, ship and destination to suit your requirements. Jetline Cruise are one of the UK's top cruise specialists and have close relationships with all major cruise lines, as well as many of the smaller, more niche product cruise suppliers. They employ the most experienced cruise specialist agents in the industry who are constantly broadening their knowledge and developing their skills and are one hundred percent committed to finding you the best cruise possible to ensure you experience the holiday of a lifetime.

For followers of Cunard Cruises the question isn't all that cryptic. The vessels, Queen Mary 2 and Victoria are being joined by the new Queen Elizabeth in October of this year. She will be the second largest liner in the company's history and of course she will be following in the wake of all the other Queens in providing luxury ocean travel.

Celebrating its third year in existence, this year's National Cruise Week is expected to draw thousands of travel agents and companies whilst highlighting the growing popularity of cruise holidays.

P&O's fleet is comprised of four ships that cater for passengers from all age groups, plus two that do not carry children - the Arcadia and the Artemis . For those passengers who prefer to be in a more adult environment, where the emphasis is on tranquillity, these two ships are the perfect answer.

Cruise holidays are becoming ever more popular, which with so much talk about cutbacks and global recession, comes as something of a surprise. So, when travel agents are desperate to sell package holidays, why is the cruise holiday market so buoyant? One reason may be the increasing disenchantment with airports, airlines and luggage restrictions. On the face of it, a low cost flight, or a late package deal may seem far cheaper than a cruise, but experienced cruising fans will argue strongly that the best bargains around are cruise deals . By the time you've bought your flights, booked your hotel, hired a car and paid out for food and entertainment you will probably have paid more for that so-called budget holiday in Spain than if you'd booked one of the many Caribbean cruises available online. This is something that many holidaymakers have realised over the past few years, and has been one of the big factors in the increased interest in cruise holidays.

Popular cruise company Cunard Cruises has revealed that they are to offer a new dining option on their Queen Elizabeth cruise liner. Announcing that they were re-launching one of their previously most fashionable restaurants, Cunard explained that the Verandah Grill would be introduced with an a la carte menu.

It has been revealed that changes to security laws in the U.S regarding the cruise line industry will promote extra vigilance and safety on cruise holidays . Whilst many may be dismayed at the strict legislations to affect identified cruise ships, the move will mean that tourists will be safer than ever to sit back and enjoy their break.

While many people opt for cruises to more exotic destinations, it is sometimes forgotten that there are great cruise deals on offer nearer to home. For instance, P&O is offering a 2-night weekend cruise to Brugge next year from just £230 per person. This is a great ‘try out' or short break cruise.

It has emerged that Carnival Cruise Lines are testing a new non-smoking policy which will restrict smoking areas within their cigar bars and alternative lounges. Welcomed by non-smoking passengers who previously have had to avoid smoking rooms, the new policy being tested includes disposing of many former areas where smoking was allowed, restricting individuals to alternative arrangements.

P&O Cruises have revealed five new world cruises to grace their portfolio for the 2011/12 season. In addition to 72 short cruise holidays and 18 voyages the five long holidays will take passengers all over the world, creating a veritable feast of once in a lifetime opportunities all in one package.

Those familiar with being wrenched awake far too early only to have disembark their cruise holidays before spending hours waiting for flights, need no longer despair after Royal Caribbean cruise lines revealed that they are to roll out their Late Departure scheme across Europe.

Windstar has revealed that its 312-passenger yacht, Wind Surf will return to the Greek Isles next year. This is the first time in six years.

The cruise line has said that the demand for such voyages has forced it to offer extra cruises with the Brilliance of the Seas being the destination liner. Cruises will take place during the 2011-12 Winter season.

George Osborne’s first Budget was always going to be a painful one. With the public sector debt exceeding £900 billion and the Budget deficit for 2010/11 expected to be in excess of £150 billion, there was inevitably a need to raise taxes and cut expenditure.

Jetline Cruise the UK's leading cruise agency has been awarded, Leading Provider of Cruise Deals award in Europe. At the 5th Birthday party of Travelzoo. Travelzoo is Europe's most popular travel newsletter, delivering the top 20 deals within the travel marketplace to approximately two million subscribers within the UK. Each offer is researched, as well as undergoing a strict testing process to make certain it is the best offer that can be found.

Princess Cruises 2011 & 2012 cruise itineraries are announced, cheap cruises specialist Jetline Cruise have a wide range of cruise deals from Princess Cruises available on line, ABTA & ATOL bonded, members of ACE.

Within the travel industry there are a number of official bodies who regulate and ensure your holiday is protected. You should always check that the agency – whether it be a travel agency or a cruise specialist is accredited to the relevant groups to have peace of mind that, not only is your money protected, but that you are taking advice and booking through a knowledgeable source.

If you are planning a cruise holiday to the Gulf area of South East United States, then you’ll be pleased to know that the Mississippi river remains open to travel. What’s more, up to now no ships entering or leaving the area have needed cleaning; nor have they been delayed or cancelled.

The company is offering guests a two-week voyage to New Zealand, the first time the company has sailed there.

Royal Caribbean cruises has announced 47 additional cruises in their 2011/12 itinerary.

Gulf States affected by the potential oil problem are being helped out by BP in their tourism promotion efforts.

Seabourn’s latest yacht, the Sojourn which has its maiden voyage later this year, will be offering guests excursions to Prague in the Czech Republic and Berlin in Germany.

Cruising had always been the ideal means of Tourism for enthusiasts to chill off from the clutches of day-to-day routine life. Speaking of Cruise Ships, The World’s Largest Cruise Vessel arrived in South Florida.

Cruise deals took a new twist when the Royal Caribbean Cruises announced switching to e-tickets as the default option for all its three North American brands- Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises.

Royal Caribbean''s Grandeur of the Seas cruised into Baltimore this week.

Princess passengers given rare glimpse of Declaration of Independence

Royal Caribbean is the best choice for an action-packed family cruise holiday, it has been claimed.