http://www.thecruisingboatique.com/http://www.thecruisingboatique.com/blogPosts/view/cruise-ships-registryhttp://www.thecruisingboatique.com/blogPosts/view/cruise-ships-registryExtracted from Cruise Lines International Association August 2009 Article.Background - Maritime IndustryAll ocean going vessels engaged in international commerce must have a country of registry in order to operate in international waters. Accordingly, most countries, including the U.S., provide these registration services or flags of registry. Predominant countries offering flags of registry fo...Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:04:15 -0400http://www.thecruisingboatique.com/blogPosts/view/cruise-planners-exclusive-royal-caribbean-sailhttp://www.thecruisingboatique.com/blogPosts/view/cruise-planners-exclusive-royal-caribbean-sailRoyal Caribbean joined the Cruisitude movement. You should too!   We’ve teamed up with Royal Caribbean to deliver you an exclusive offer that is valid through August 15, 2009. You can get a 50% reduced deposit, pre-paid gratuities plus an onboard spending booklet, not to mention another wonderful add-on such as free spa treatment or specialty dining. Why not book now? There are many incredible ...Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:39:48 -0400http://www.thecruisingboatique.com/blogPosts/view/mythshttp://www.thecruisingboatique.com/blogPosts/view/mythsWhat do the “Abominable Snowman”, the “Loch Ness Monster” and “Booking Cruises Directly with the Cruise Line is Cheaper” all have in common?  Answer: They are all myths.  While we may not be experts on the first two subjects, at Cruise Planners we can certainly shed some light about direct booking myths. First of all, let’s face it, a sales representative at a cruise line gets paid to sell only...Wed, 18 Mar 2009 21:26:06 -0400http://www.thecruisingboatique.com/blogPosts/view/new-ships-in-2009-are-they-getting-too-bighttp://www.thecruisingboatique.com/blogPosts/view/new-ships-in-2009-are-they-getting-too-big      This year will be exciting with the introduction of  9 new cruise ships. The biggest and most talked about vessel is Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas.  Her first voyage is scheduled for this spring.  This floating city will rank as the largest cruise ship in history weighing in at  220,000-tons.  The 5,400-passenger ship has created quite the buzz since Royal Caribbean announced the pr...Sun, 22 Feb 2009 12:04:25 -0500