Princess Cruises: Introducing the new Royal Princess

Princess Cruises - Royal Princess

Royal Princess  - Atrium

PrincessCruises has revealed further details on its new vessel Royal Princess, set to launch next year.

The Royal Princess weighs in at 141,000 tons and can carry 3,600 passengers, making her slightly bigger than last year’s major debuts, the Disney Dream, Carnival Magic and Celebrity Silhouette.

Princess has revealed more details about the atrium it plans for the Royal Princess, which will be 50% larger than the atriums on other recent Princess ships.

 As well as featuring existing outlets present on current Princess ships, the plans will see the addition of a new ice cream outlet and a luxury gift shop, targeted at those celebrating major events such as birthdays and weddings on board.

A new cocktail bar called Bellini’s will also debut, along with a seafood bar selling sushi, sashimi, ceviche and caviar.

Outside, guests will be able to walk along a new glass-bottomed walkway which extends over 28 feet (8.5 meters) from the edge of the vessel.

In a preview video (below), the atrium is shown as a ‘street-cafe’-style open space, with glass staircases, backlit floors and venues that appear to float in mid-air, a new design style which the line describes as an ‘evolution’ of its current atriums.

On the top deck, there will be a new adults-only pool and other new pools which surround a tropical “island” that offers sunbathing by day and an outdoor nightclub in the evenings.

The first preview cruise will depart in June and the Maiden Voyage will see the Royal Princess tour the Mediterranean, Princess confirmed.

Princess Cruises' President and CEO, Alan Buckelew, and Executive Vice President of Fleet Operations, Rai Caluori, take you on a virtual tour of the new Royal Princess Atrium.

Coming in June of 2013



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Italy Italy - Why visit Italy?

Italy- Why visit Italy?

Italy is renowned for its effortless class and culture. Famous for its art, food, fashion and with no shortage of destinations to consider; from a city break to the lakes, or the Amalfi Coast and jewels like islands such as Capri, to Sicily for a summer escape with all the family; Italy has the charm and a variety to suit everyone.

Italy Honeymoons

It is not surprising at all that Italy routinely ranks among the top honeymoon destinations in the world. But where in Italy should you spend your honeymoon? That might be the most challenging question to answer, because there are so many places in Italy that seem tailor-made for a romantic vacation of any kind.

Flying to Italy

There are many flight links to Italian airports. The main airports are two in Rome: Fiumicino and Ciampino.

Useful Information for your Holiday to Italy

Best Time to Travel: May to October for summerholidays or December to mid March for skiing

Time difference: GMT + 1

Weather in Italy: Italy can be divided into three distinct geographical regions: the southern side of the Alps where Italy borders France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia; the great plain of the Po valley from Turin to Venice; and the long and mountainous peninsula of central and southern Italy together with the large islands of Sardinia and Sicily. Each of these regions has a distinctive and different type of weather and climate. Occasionally all parts of Italy experience very high temperatures in summer and even autumn when the sirocco blows. This is a warm, humid wind that originates over North Africa and acquires its humidity over the Mediterranean. A spell of sirocco weather in autumn often ends with very heavy rain accompanied by thunder. Sea temperatures around Italy are usually sufficiently warm to make bathing pleasant from mid-May until October, but the water can be surprisingly cold on warm sunny days in spring.

Currency: Euro
Visa requirements: Holders of a valid EU  Passport do not need a visa to enter Italy.
Health: No vaccinations are required to enter Italy

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Holidays to France. Why choose France?

Eiffel Tower, Seine river

Arc de Triomphe

 Suite in Paris

Cannes, La Croisette

St. Jean Cap Ferrat

Cap Ferrat

Private relaxing

Arriving at the Grand Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat

 Gourmet - Foie gras

Holidays to France

L'Art de Vivre is a French expression which translated means "The art of living". For the French, especially in southern France, the art of living means profiting from the riches that daily life has to offer. The beauty of the sunrise, a delicious meal, a delicate glass of wine, or an evening spent with friends.

Calling all Francophiles, along with those who love to discover more about French culture. From prehistoric caves to the standing stones of Carnac; from the finest art collections in the Louvre or Orsay museums, to parks and gardens that offer a moment of reverie; from the architectural masterpieces of the past abbeys, cathedrals and châteaux such as Chenonceau, Blois and Chantilly, to today's impressive monuments like the Arch at La Défense, or the Centre Georges Pompidou; from sites of intimate charm like the Clos-Lucé d'Amboise, where Leonardo da Vinci once lived, to the château of Auvers-sur-Oise where Impressionism blossomed, each tells its own story - its traditions, its residents, its character.

France for Weddings and Honeymoons

A wedding ceremony or a honeymoon in France will combine the traditional values of marriage and the most exciting celebration in romantic scrivener! A civil wedding in France requires legal procedures and advance planning, as well as a minimum stay of 4 weeks to complete the necessary documentation prior to the legal ceremony. Or you can have a legal wedding in your own country, and then choose either a religious ceremony or your honeymoon in France. From a royal chateau to a yacht wedding, France offers a great variety of memorable places and fabulous experience.

There are many daily flight and train services to the major cities in France. Please be aware that the air travel market is constantly changing, therefore, we recommend to contact us for an updated version of flight destinations, timetables and fares.

Useful Information when Traveling to France

Time difference: GMT +1 in winter, GMT +2 in summer

Weather in France: Continental France is divided into four climatic zones:

Oceanic and humid climate with often cool summers to the west of a line from Bayonne to Lille

Semi-continental climate with harsh winters and hot summers in Alsace, Lorraine, along the Rhône corridor and in the mountainous massifs (Alps, Pyrenees and Massif Central)

Intermediate climate with cold winters and hot summers in the north, and in the Paris and central regions

Mediterranean climate with mild winters and very hot summers in the south of France.

Currency: Euro

 Visa requirements: Holders of a valid EU  Passport do not need a visa to enter. For more information
                                          contact the French Embassy / Consulate in your country.

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Prestigious Suites at the Ritz Paris

Vendôme Suite

Majestic chandeliers reflecting amber light and prestigious Louis XV furnishings mark the Vendôme Suite’s unique elegance and style, where the warmth of the carmine and ivory surroundings recreate the comfort of a private home. Through the large windows, the view spans across the sumptuous place Vendôme – a detail of the utmost significance.

The Vendôme Suite comprises one or two bedrooms, a living room and Carrara marble bathrooms.

César Ritz Suite

As a tribute to its founder, this suite prevails over the Place Vendôme, where César Ritz envisioned the most distinguished of hotels. Representing the comfort, warmth and elegance of the “Ritz style” par excellence, the decoration of this unique suite features precious works of art, Louis XV furnishings, and gold-leaf doors that glorify the splendour and intimacy of one of Paris’s most exquisite homes. 

The César Ritz Suite comprises one bedroom, a living-room, and two Carrara marble bathrooms.

Elton John Suite

A tribute to the famous artist and loyal guest to the Ritz Paris.

Overlooking the Place Vendôme, this spacious apartment with soft pink Mansart-style walls is an inspiring haven of tranquility.

The Elton John Suite is comprised of one bedroom, a living-room, and two bathrooms, one with a sauna, and the other with a separate shower.

Windsor Suite 

This supremely romantic suite bears witness to a passionate love affair that dramatically rocked the English throne.

The Louis XV furnishings and gold-leaf mouldings offer the perfect counterpart to the Wallis blue, a colour dear to the Duchess. The Duke of Windsor is said to have written a portion of his memoirs in this suite, where the vast windows provide a stunning view out onto the Place Vendôme. Breathe in the rich history of this suite and experience the sensation of tranquility.

Coco Chanel Suite

Coco Chanel bathroom

 “The Ritz is my home”, Coco Chanel.

Exquisite and serene, the Coco Chanel Suite  is unique. The elegance and the femininity of the suite is heightened by its breathtaking view onto the Place Vendôme. Amidst the boisterous affairs of Parisian High Society in the Roaring Twenties, the famous designer made this suite her home. To this day, Coromandel laquerware, rock crystals and large mirrors pay tribute to Mademoiselle Chanel’s personal taste and elegance

This Prestige Suite is comprised of a living-room, one or two bedrooms, two bathrooms, one of which has a jacuzzi and a steam room, and a view onto the gardens

The Ritz Paris

15, Place Vendome

75001 Paris

Tel: +33 1 43163030

Email resa@ritzparis.com 

www.ritzparis.com

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TRAVELERS' CHOICE AWARDS 2012

Shangri-La Hotel Tokyo

Tripadvisor, the world's largest review portal release this week the winners of its TRAVELERS' CHOICE AWARDS 2012 as voted by its contributors. Surprisingly, the Top 10 Worldwide Best Luxury Hotels only include three luxury hotel chains, Shangri-La, whose Tokyo property holds the top spot, Ritz Carlton (Osaka at no 7) and St Regis (Bali resort at no.10). Opened less than 2 years ago, Shangri-La Tokyo has managed to beat established players and was voted number one of all luxury hotels in Asia. In Europe, the Imperial Vienna ranks no 1 among the top 25 luxury hotels, while Ritz Carlton's Al Bustan Palace in Muscat holds the top spot in the Middle East. To the detriment of established travel print magazines, Tripadvisor has become a critical influential rating platform for hotels worldwide, most hotel chains recognizing its importance by placing direct review links on their websites for each property. Accor's SOFITEL and FOUR SEASONS are among the luxury chains which feature Tripadvisor reviews on the webpage of all their properties worldwide.

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