More West Coast Passengers Boarding Hawaii Cruises

More than 104,000 travelers arrived in the islands on cruise ships - mostly from the West Coast - in the first 11 months of last year, according to the most recent data available.

That's a 14.5% increase from the same period in 2010. There were 59 cruise liners that pulled into Hawaii ports during that time, an increase of 11.3%.

There are several reasons for the growth, industry experts say, including the presence of more cruise ships in the Pacific - and a fear among some travelers of ongoing drug-cartel related violence in Mexico.

The industry still hasn't recouped a pre-recession peak of about 130,000 passengers reached in 2007, but travel agents say demand for West Coast to Hawaii cruises is strong.

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Princess Cruise Line - Hawaii, Pacific Cruises 2012-13

Princess Cruise Line announces 10 itineraries to Hawaii, Tahiti and the South Pacific for the Fall of 2012 and Spring 2013.

Four ships  will sail roundtrip to the Hawaii islands from Los Angeles and San Francisco - and the newly renovated Grand Princess will make its debut to Hawaii.

Itineraries include 10-day “Tahiti & Polynesia” routes sailing roundtrip from Papeete, Tahiti.

11-day “Hawaii & Tahiti” cruise offers Hawaiian Islands and French Polynesia.

28-day “Hawaii, Tahiti and Samoa” itinerary offers two roundtrips from Los Angeles to American Samoa, visiting Hawaii and Tahiti along the way.

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Disney Makes Historic Hawaii Call

Be a part of Disney history!

The first Hawaii cruise in April 2012 has just about sold out - and the line has added a second trip in the Fall of 2012.

For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line is visiting Hawaii. Set sail on an island-hopping adventure that blends tropical scenery and exhilarating activities with the modern comforts and conveniences of a Disney cruise. Enjoy world-class dining, shopping, entertainment, museums and aquariums - all amid magical surroundings.

Best of all, you can choose from 2 Hawaii sailings in 2012! While the 15-night cruise is now limited in availability, the newly added 14-night cruise offers the same spectacular ports of call. Please note, online booking is not yet available for the 14-night cruise.

15-Night Hawaii Cruise - Embark on an epic journey from Los Angeles to Hawaii and back, with a stop in Ensenada, Mexico. Visit all 4 major Hawaiian islands—the Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai.

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Princess Aloha Spirt Cruises

Princess Cruises offers more than 50 sailings to the Hawaiian Islands in the 2011-12 and 2012-13 seasons, with cruises departing from both Los Angeles and San Francisco.

While at sea, passengers will experience a special "Aloha Spirit" program with Hawaii-themed activities, parties, menu items and learning opportunities.

Whether choosing to enjoy an Aloha sailaway party, learn about local wildlife and volcanoes, or simply want to relax and enjoy the poolside Hawaiian melodies or an island-themed Movies Under the Stars selection, cruisers will find numerous ways to feel the Hawaiian spirit.

Included in the program are a number of hands-on ways for passengers to immerse themselves in all things Hawaii, such as:

• Hula dance lessons

• Hawaiian language lessons

• Lei making

• Playing the ukulele

• Hawaii-themed culinary demonstrations

• Kona Coffee tastings

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Latest Cruise Line Deals

Cruise Line Deals

Royal Caribbean - Get Dinner for 2 on Enchantment of the Seas

Carnival - Enjoy Free Stateroom Upgrades

Celebrity, Norwegian and Disney - Up to $100 Onboard Credit

Azamara - Up to $300 Onboard Credit

Costa - Call in Special - Kids Sail FREE or for $199

Also check out Popular Cruise Destinations Deals:

Alaska - from $71 / night

Bahamas from $25 / night

Bermuda from $62 / night

Caribbean from $36 / night

Europe from $37 / night

Hawaii from $71 / night

Mexico from $42 / night

Canada / New England from $61 / night

Carnival Cruise Line Newest Promotion

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest promotion incorporates its cash back options, best available upgrades and “Fun Select” rates on three- to eight-day cruises departing from August 2010 through February 2011.
 
Including voyages to The Bahamas, Caribbean, Mexico, Alaska and Hawaii, passengers can take advantage of the promotion running July 12-30.

Upon boarding, guests will be automatically receive a shipboard credit that can be applied to purchases on the ship.

On three- to five-day cruises, guests will get up to $80 per state room; on six- or longer-day trips up to $160 per state room. Any unused credit will be received at the end of the cruise in the form of a check.

Best available upgrades can be used on new individual books for categories 4A and higher and are available within specific room accommodation types (for example, interior to interior, ocean view to ocean view, balcony to balcony).

"Fun Select" rates give guests their state room based on deck, location and accommodation category.

Holland America Goes Hawaiian

Holland America has plans to discover the Hawaiian Island chain in 2010.

The ms Zaandam 1,432-passenger ship will sail five 14-day roundtrip San Diego cruises and one 15-day voyage from Vancouver to San Diego. The sailings are from October through December.

The cruise features back-to-back calls at Hawaii, Oahu, Kauai and Maui—plus a call at Ensenada, Mexico—before returning to San Diego.

Included in the Hawaii cruise roster is a holiday sailing departing December 19.

Departing Sundays from San Diego, guests will have several days at sea before arriving at Hawaii. Ship board activities include hands on cooking classes, digital photo workshops, fabulous new Greenhouse Spa, and an speaker series to give travelers insights into the Hawaiian island culture, islands, music and dance traditions.

Cruise fares begin at $1,499 per person for the full 14-day Circle Hawaii and $1,699 per person for the 15-day voyage.