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Cruise News Roundup: A Quick Brief on Developing Stories

We've got seven snapshots of events currently taking shape across the industry including confiscated ships, new construction, port renovations and more.

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Bankruptcy Update: Royal Olympia Surrenders Ships to Creditors

The Royal Olympia subsidiaries that filed for Chapter 11 in December will turn over the its ships to be sold at state auction, in return for release from their financial obligations.

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NCL's Pride of America Sinks at Shipyard, Delaying Launch

While NCL has not released exact details of a new schedule, representatives said the delay would be a matter of 'months rather than weeks.'

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Proud Mary: Cunard's QM2 Makes Her Big Debut

After more than five solid years of development, design, and construction, the world's most anticipated ship has finally arrived.

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Baby Onboard: Tips for Smooth Sailing

Though a cruise can be among the most convenient vacations for families with kids under two, before you take the plunge, be sure to choose a baby-friendly ship.

Article / Local Experiences

San Diego's Secret Mission: Culture on the Cheap

January 26, 2004 -- Most people know San Diego for four 'S'es: sun, sand, the San Diego Zoo and Sea World. Okay, sure, the Gaslamp District is a 'G,' but that doesn't change our point:…

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Canada

The strength of the U.S. dollar against the Canadian version continues to make Canada a bargain for U.S. travelers. The following offers a few hints about what awaits them when they…

Article / Hotels

Low Money Mattress: Online Discount Lodgings Abound

January 26, 2004 -- Everyone loves lows prices, and we love HotelDiscounts.com, which continues to send out dozens of reduced rates for hotels they represent throughout the world.Here…

Article / Family & Kids

Oh, Give Me a Home Where the Cartoon Characters Roam

January 23, 2004 -- If the idea of living in homes named Cinderella's Castle, Alice's Wonderland, or even Pooh's Playhouse isn't too saccharine for you, then look to Loyalty USA for…

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Spain

Spain grows and changes under the Mediterranean sun -- here's what's new.

Article / Hotels

Ski West, Young Man

January 23, 2004 -- With snow piled up to their eyeballs, the North American West is heaven for you slope mavens, especially with this slew of priced-right packages.From now through…

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Thailand

'Change is the only constant,' or so say Thai Buddhists, and change is coming in fits and starts to old Siam.

Article / Air Travel

All the Views Fit to Print: Photo Safaris Across Africa

January 21, 2004 -- Focus on Africa wants you to come on a safari with them, shoot some film, and, if the images pass muster, get them printed in a coffee table book. Repeating its…

Article / Air Travel

Delta Force: First-Class Treatment for Soldiers

As our troops continue to fight and die in Iraq, two airlines have stepped up to give soldiers on R&R leave a truly first-class welcome back to the USA.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Arizona

Here, in this exclusive update to our book, you'll find recent changes, information on seasonal deals, and other up-to-the-minute information.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's California

Nothing stands still on the West Coast. See what's new in California.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Chicago

The Windy City keeps on changing. Here's what's new in Chicago.

Article / Hotels

What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Honolulu, Waikiki and Oahu

This is not your parents' Honolulu anymore. The island of Oahu, which has attracted people to Hawaii since statehood in 1959, is in the process of reinventing itself.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Mexico

When the dollar dropped in value against other major currencies, so did the peso, but to an even greater degree. This makes Mexico a relative bargain for travelers compared with most…

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Virginia

Virginia is for variety and verve. Here's what's new in the state full of history.

Article / Packages

Easy on the Wallet, Enjoy Budget Budapest for a Week or Weekend

January 19, 2004 -- Long considered Central Europe's most fun city, Budapest is now for sale at super low prices until March 15. And by low, we mean under $95 a night, with air…

Article / Family & Kids

Winter's Here in Full-Force: Embrace These Snowy Bargains

January 16, 2004 -- There's a goodly amount of snow on the slopes and trails across country right now, making the time ripe for booking a winter weekend, be it sporty or relaxed. We've…

Article / Local Experiences

Cell Phone Rental Discounts For Frommer's Readers Only

January 16, 2003 -- We've praised the virtues of cell phones several times in our Newsletter. Bringing a phone with you on an overseas trip not only lets you stay in touch with people…

Article / Air Travel

We're Pro-War (If It's a Fare War): Cheap Air to the US and Mexico

January 16, 2003 -- There's nothing like a fare war. Incited by the JetBlue/American/Delta three-way, America West is helping to keep transcontinental fares at historic lows;…

Article / Family & Kids

A Second Helping of Valentine Vacations

January 14, 2004 -- Only one month from today is V-Day, so look lively if you want to have something really neat to give your loved one -- the good deals go fast. And today we have a…