{"id":55355,"date":"2019-08-06T10:49:25","date_gmt":"2019-08-06T14:49:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=55355"},"modified":"2019-08-06T11:28:09","modified_gmt":"2019-08-06T15:28:09","slug":"cruise-industry-moves-forward-with-new-developments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2019\/08\/06\/cruise-industry-moves-forward-with-new-developments\/","title":{"rendered":"Cruise Industry Moves Forward with New Developments"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruise-industry-1-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruise-industry-1-400x300.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruise-industry-1-400x300@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruise-industry-1.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-55357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruise-industry-1.jpg\" alt=\"cruise industry\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruise-industry-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruise-industry-1-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture><\/p>\n<h2>The cruise industry is constantly changing and we have the latest developments covered.<\/h2>\n<p>Technology presents itself in numerous ways in the cruise industry. From advances in green-friendly shipbuilding and performance, improved stateroom design, exciting onboard attractions, guest-friendly apps, Broadway-caliber entertainment, to dining venues, technology has played a major role in all the new developments.<\/p>\n<p>Every time a cruise lines launches a new vessel, exciting &#8220;firsts&#8221; are included in the announcement. For the cruise ship guest, it means things keep getting better and better.<\/p>\n<p>Here are CruiseExperts.com, we are always on top of the latest cruising news and ready to share all of it with our valued clients. Take a look at some of the current cruise ship news about things coming up for the various lines, and then call CruiseExperts.com at <a href=\"tel:18888042784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a> to start planning your next cruise vacation.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3>Princess Cruises<\/h3>\n<p>Bigger and better is the only description that fits the Princess Cruise Line&#8217;s new ship the Princess Sky. If you like the biggest and best, then you will love the 1,800 sq. foot Sky Suite on Princess Cruise Line&#8217;s exciting new Sky making its debut in October. Luxury, comfort, and pleasure are what you can look forward to with new suite and staterooms from Princess Cruises.<\/p>\n<h3>Windstar<\/h3>\n<p>For those lovers of small cruising vessels, the news is Windstar is expanding their three sister ships to go from accommodating 212 passengers to 312 passengers. Being able to carry 100 more cruisers doesn&#8217;t reduce the ships ability to maintain an intimate setting for its guest in a yacht-style atmosphere or to go to those delightful ports that are simply too small for the lager ships to reach.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.sigtn.com\/swift\/cruise?searchcruise=true&#038;referrer=odyssey&#038;siid=1123905&#038;destinationtype=Ocean&#038;transportid=29&#038;startdate=09\/01\/2021&#038;enddate=12\/31\/2021&#038;destinations=&#038;cruiseline=9&#038;MinDuration=4&#038;MaxDuration=30&#038;DeparturePorts=&#038;Ship=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Explore all Windstar Cruises here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Royal Caribbean&#8217;s Voyager of the Seas<\/p>\n<p>The $91 million dollars being spent remodeling the Voyager of the Sea brings 72 new cabins (inside and balcony) and new lounges. In the excitement department, two water slides (Typhoon and Cyclone) have been added to the perfect storm. There&#8217;s also a new nursery for infants and toddlers in case Mom and Dad want a quiet dinner or to head to the casino.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.sigtn.com\/swift\/cruise?searchcruise=true&#038;referrer=odyssey&#038;siid=1123905&#038;destinationtype=Ocean&#038;transportid=29&#038;startdate=09\/01\/2021&#038;enddate=12\/31\/2021&#038;destinations=&#038;cruiseline=8&#038;MinDuration=4&#038;MaxDuration=30&#038;DeparturePorts=&#038;Ship=89\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View all Voyager of the Sea sailings here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>Hurtigruten&#8217;s New Ship the Roald Amundsen<\/h3>\n<p>This exciting new expedition ship is all about the environment and sustainable hybrid technology to reduce fuel consumption. It offers everything and more for the expedition travelers who want to see the natural world at its best without causing disruption. Beautiful and comfortable cabins and excellent dining options will appeal to all guests of the Roald Amundsen.<\/p>\n<h3>American Countess<\/h3>\n<p>The latest addition to the American Queen Steamboat Company&#8217;s fleet of paddle wheelers. With many wonderful sailings around the southern U.S., experiencing majestic U.S. rivers has never been more attainable. With 123 staterooms, four decks, and a sun deck, the paddle wheeler offers six- to 15-day itineraries, including a Mississippi River cruise.<\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h3><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruising-news-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruising-news-400x255.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruising-news-400x255@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruising-news.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-55358\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruising-news.jpg\" alt=\"cruising news\" width=\"1000\" height=\"637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruising-news.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cruising-news-400x255.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture><\/h3>\n<h3>Carnival Panorama<\/h3>\n<p>The Panorama provides guests with all the perks in every room. Creature comforts are everywhere, and you&#8217;ll feel right at home in your cabin with soft cozy linens from the Carnival Comfort Collection\u00ae, a dedicated room steward, stateroom climate control. in-room safe, television, ample closet and drawers space for clothing, and bathrobes upon request. You might just want to move in!<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2019\/08\/02\/best-cruise-ships-discover-the-latest-amenities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here to discover the latest cruise ship amenities.\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>Industry-Wide<\/h3>\n<p>WiFi and Internet access is improving steadily. While some cruise ship guests are delighted to be unplugged from the world during their vacation, other travelers need to be able to keep in contact with family and jobs. As technology continues to bring improvements in this area, all cruise lines will be able to provide better WiFi connections to their guests but expect to pay extra for it.<\/p>\n<p>The first step in booking your cruise on one of these ships (or any other) is to call us at <a href=\"tel:18888042784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a>. As with every cruise we book, we&#8217;ll get you the very best deals and discounts available with no charge ever for our services. We can answer all your questions, book plane flights (when needed), hotels, your cruise, excursions, and more. Our job is to lessen your workload, save you money and time, eliminate guesswork, and give you more time to enjoy your amazing cruise. Call us today at <a href=\"tel:18888042784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a>, and let us make your cruise a reality.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We can help you with all your cruise-related questions, and we love doing it<\/strong>. <strong>Visit our webpage at <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CruiseExperts.com<\/a><\/u>, and check out our <\/strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CruiseExperts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook page<\/a> <\/strong><strong>and join the <\/strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/innercircle.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">InnerCircle<\/a><\/strong><strong> for exclusive offers. 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