Luxury World Cruises Have Bounced Back From the Recession, Cruise Travel Experts Claim

Spring 2011 has certainly proved to be lucky for luxury world cruise lines as they experience a surge in cruise bookings.

2011-03-26

TORONTO, ON, March 26, 2011 (Press-News.org) Thanks to innovative marketing strategies, smart advertising and attractive discounts, the cruise industry was one of the least hit businesses by the recession wave. Cruise incentives and discounts have certainly helped maintain consumer interest, and luxury cruising is now much more affordable.

In fact luxury lines like Silversea World cruises and Seabourn World Cruises are now offering discounts of up to 65%. Princess Cruises have launched their 2012 programs with a 20% discount for early birds.

It's not only the discounts and perks that have attracted cruise clients, but also the amenities that have been included. Cruise travel agents associated with the upscale Virtuoso Network have indicated that luxury cruising is indeed a top trend for 2011, and about 22 % of agents involved in luxury cruise bookings have reported a growth in business.* This is probably a result of the combine efforts of cruise lines and cruise agencies who've helped maintain consumer interests through marketing and innovative packaging.

While luxury ocean liners remain positive about their growth, river cruises are also not far behind. River Cruises such as the Tauck River Cruises have often been associated with upscale cruising, and have been a favorite for luxury travelers looking for an enriching experience. Most river cruise lines offer theme cruises in their programs. You could choose from several different themes. These river cruises are responsible for introducing 8 of the 14 new cruise ships to the US market this 2011 year.*

Cruise travel experts too, have been a contributing factor for the surge in luxury world cruise interest.

"Cruise experts have been onboard every major cruise liner, and are well acquainted with the different personalities of these ships. People looking for help in finding the ideal cruise package, and the ideal destination are benefitted by their personalized service. Since a lot of first time cruisers have been attracted to cruising (thanks to the discounts) the advice given by these cruise travel experts has been of immense help," says Ellie Sobel, a cruise specialist at Cruises Luxury Only, a cruise travel agency that specializes in luxury world cruises.

About Cruises Luxury Only: Cruises Luxury Only is a Virtuoso Platinum Agency that focuses on luxury cruises, and specializes in 6 star luxury cruises. The agency has been in the business of arranging world cruise packages for more than 25 years.

For more information, please visit http://www.cruises-luxuryonly.com

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