House Republican Leadership News Conference November 2, 2023

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• GOP lawmaker says 26 votes against Emmer during roll call vote
• ‘Path to 218 runs through California’: State races pivotal in fight to control the House
• Rep. Bacon says the GOP conference is not here to accommodate the 8 hardliners who voted to oust McCarthy
• House Republicans Are Fulfilling Our Commitment to Israel And Holding The UN Accountable
• Unlikely alliance clears way for House vote on Israel and Ukraine aid
• October 9, 2023 - Jim Jordan, Steve Scalise run to replace Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker

Emmer, the House majority whip, said in a letter to his colleagues shared on Saturday that he was seeking the speakership with the goal of delivering “historic change.” Kevin McCarthy backed the Minnesota Republican for speaker, which delivered an early boost for his candidacy. Meuser told CNN "there are some holdouts" to Emmer’s speaker bid, and that there are "around 10" members opposed to him in the closed-door roll call vote currently underway. There are about 10 "no" votes in the House GOP conference against Rep. Tom Emmer, the speaker designee, according to Rep. Dan Meuser of Pennsylvania. “Whoever the conference picks I'm going to support,” McCarthy said on NBC News Now. "Let the conference decide that. ... I'm not going to be a player in that." Moderate Rep. Don Bacon said that he thinks some members will nominate McCarthy for speaker tonight and argued that no one else in the conference has as much support as the former speaker, who was ousted last week.

GOP lawmaker says 26 votes against Emmer during roll call vote

First elected to the House in 2006, McCarthy has worked his way up the ranks of Republican leadership, serving a majority whip and majority leader under former House Speakers John Boehner and Paul Ryan. He took over as the top Republican in the lower chamber in 2019, when Democrats gained the House majority. "The rules are the rules, and practice and custom in our conference has always been make your case, get a majority of the majority, become the nominee. ... That's the way it should be. And I would hope that's the way it will be this week," Womack said.

‘Path to 218 runs through California’: State races pivotal in fight to control the House

On a less high-minded note, how delicious was it to see Ms. Greene on the steps of the Capitol on Saturday, raving about Mr. Johnson’s various “betrayals” and proclaiming him “a lame duck,” even as she hemmed and hawed about when she would move to oust him? All in good time, she said, insisting she felt moved to let her colleagues first “go home and hear from their constituents” over this week’s House recess. “I said from the beginning I’m going to be responsible with this,” she said, in what may be her most laughable line in weeks — a high bar for the House member known for her keen insights on Jewish space lasers. "Even though it's not the perfect legislation, it's not the legislation that we would write if Republicans were in charge of both the House, the Senate, and the White House, this is the best possible product that we can get under these circumstances," Johnson said after the vote. Several members of the Republican conference had called for a Thursday rule to include changing the threshold to bring a motion to remove the speaker — which currently is just one member.

Rep. Bacon says the GOP conference is not here to accommodate the 8 hardliners who voted to oust McCarthy

Joe Biden’s failed Far Left open border policies are attracting individuals with heinous convictions, including rapes of incapacitated children to the United St... "Trust is something people are looking for," Norman said, adding that "Tom's honest." Emmer's total is still short of the 217 total needed to win the speakership on the House floor. Rep. Tom Emmer of Minnesota has emerged as the House Republicans' latest speaker nominee after GOP members conducted a multi-round secret ballot voting session Tuesday morning, according to Rep. Elise Stefanik.

McCarthy was tapped as the nominee in an internal meeting of the Republican conference by a secret-ballot vote of 188 to 31, multiple sources in the meeting confirmed to CBS News. House Republicans are no closer to coalescing around a speaker nominee and a path forward as they debate potential rules changes and figure out who is best positioned to lead their conference, according to indications from lawmakers leaving a closed-door meeting Monday night. Jordan, who voted not to certify many election results, “was a significant player in President Trump’s efforts” to stay in power, the House Jan. 6 committee noted in its final report on Trump supporters’ 2021 attack on the U.S. “I have worked in good faith to be part of the solution and support our conference’s nominees, but it’s clear no candidate has the votes to be Speaker at this time,” she told The Times in a statement Friday. Republicans have proven unable to secure a simple majority to elect a speaker who can call floor votes on critical legislation, including bills to respond to the conflicts engulfing Israel and Ukraine and to avert a government shutdown by mid-November. South Carolina Republican Rep. Ralph Norman told CNN's Kasie Hunt that he voted for fellow Freedom Caucus member Rep. Byron Donalds of Florida for speaker three times this morning but did not rule out supporting GOP Whip Tom Emmer of Minnesota in the future.

Never mind that Senate Republicans let the former president off the hook each time. Of course, that’s the opposite of the achievement they promised two years ago, ahead of the midterm elections that gave them control of the House. Back then, some chest-beaters were vowing to impeach President Biden as well as members of his Cabinet, starting with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas, the administration’s border security czar, and sweeping up Atty. Gen. Merrick Garland, FBI Director Christopher A. Wray (a Donald Trump holdover, by the way), Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Lord knows who else.

House Republicans Are Fulfilling Our Commitment to Israel And Holding The UN Accountable

The looming fight over tying military aid for Israel and Ukraine together is the latest in a series of complicated questions a new speaker will have to navigate as the narrow Republican majority grapples with its future. “I do think the McCarthy supporters would probably rally behind one or the other two if it meant unity within the conference for a speaker,” he added. McCaul added that enemies can take advantage of dysfunction and urged the conference to work behind the scenes to pick a speaker before going to the floor.

Duarte and Garcia’s races are considered “toss-ups,” Cook Political Report, a nonpartisan congressional watchdog, noted on Friday. Cook rates Valadao and Steel’s races as leaning Republican, and Kim’s as likely to go Republican. Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan ended his bid to lead the lower chamber Friday after facing stiff opposition from moderates and other lawmakers in key districts. McCarthy fended off an 11th-hour challenge for the nomination from Rep. Andy Biggs of Arizona, a member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus who was involved in efforts both within Congress and at the state level to reverse the outcome of the 2020 presidential election. Biggs announced his bid Monday night, telling Newsmax in an interview that "we have a new paradigm here, and I think the country wants a different direction from the House of Representatives." - Speaker McCarthy after being sworn in as the 55th Speaker of the House of Representatives.

“I think it’s real important that we go to the floor with 217 votes, 218 votes,” Jordan told CNN. When pressed on whether the eight rebels who voted last week to oust McCarthy understand the urgency, McCaul said if the attacks against Israel don't "wake up members of my conference, then I don’t know what else will." “I would prefer to have that vote within the family before we go to the floor and not have a repeat of the 15 ballots," the Texas Republican said, referring to the protracted floor fight in January that ended with Kevin McCarthy winning the gavel. "I think that just projects weakness. Another Republican state representative, Jacqueline Parker, decried the GOP votes for repeal, calling abortion "akin to slavery."

Gosar's announcement came shortly after a House vote to advance foreign aid bills to Ukraine, Taiwan and Israel, which required Democrats' support to offset GOP defections. The trio of Republicans have expressed dismay that Johnson forged ahead with Ukraine aid without securing support for a bill aimed to strengthen security along the U.S.-Southern border. Thirty-eight percent of Republicans surveyed in an October Economist/YouGov poll said they wanted House members to back the candidate supported by the majority of the caucus, even if they disagree with the nominee, while 33% of Republicans said they should not. Madrid said it’s very unlikely that candidates in California’s most competitive districts will see their bank accounts dry up.

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Many months after opening an inquiry oddly based on nothing more than to-be-determined charges, Republicans have no hard evidence of an impeachable offense by the president. Voters who are paying very close attention may recall that the GOP refused to empower McHenry to get business done while the speakership race continues. Garcia is the only one of the five Californians in question who voted against certifying some election results. The proposal to grant him more power, which would probably need buy-in from Democrats, fell flat Thursday when it became clear Republicans were overwhelmingly against it, leaving the lower chamber foundering as it’s set to enter its fourth week without a permanent leader. McCarthy officially launched his campaign for House speaker last week, telling his Republican colleagues that he would be a "listener" and strive to "build consensus from the bottom-up rather than commanding the agenda from the top-down."

As a result, Johnson and his predecessor, former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, have seen several rules fail on the floor, largely over objections from the right flank of the party. Ahead of the vote, Democratic leaders had not committed to supporting the rule, as text was not yet available. But they said they were open to the possibility and they were committed to getting foreign aid passed.

“Anyone who endorses Jordan and any member who votes for him is affirmatively voting for a coup plotter, an election denier and a foe of American democracy,” the ad said. House Republicans have struggled to pick a leader since eight Republicans on Oct. 3 led a vote, joined by Democrats, to remove Rep. Kevin McCarthy of Bakersfield from the speaker’s chair. The congressman also said that Ukraine and Israel aid must be weighed by Congress in two separate votes, rather than being linked. "No," Norman responded when asked by Hunt if he feels pressure to select a speaker today. He argued the position is too important to rush and that the American people are more concerned about issues like gas prices and the border, while the speaker's battle isn't their "highest concern." "All these votes go into the equation, but Tom is an honest man," the South Carolina Republican said when pressed about Emmer's vote to certify the 2020 election.

It’s also not clear whether a future speaker —knowing the bitter divide over the Ukraine issue — would be willing to move a joint package on the House floor. The White House has yet to formalize a request for additional aid to Israel — it is expediting weapons already purchased first — but briefers on a call with lawmakers Sunday night underscored that there would be an eventual need as Israel burns through munitions. Rep. Steve Womack, a senior GOP appropriator, likened the conference to a “scattergram” as Republicans continue to debate the way forward.

Rep. Bob Good, who chairs the House Freedom Caucus, said that although he disagrees with Johnson, he doesn't think it's in Republicans' interest to remove him as speaker. Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed the motion to vacate resolution nearly a month ago, in part over disputes with the speaker on how he handled a $1.2 trillion appropriations package. “Californians demand relief from the surging cost of living, gas prices and violent crime fueled by extreme left-wing policies in D.C. And Sacramento,” Ben Petersen, a spokesperson for the National Republican Congressional Committee, said in a statement.

GOP member says House Republican Conference is back where they started

Table Of Content

• Majority Leader Scalise Speaks About Cancer Treatment
• User Clip: Speaker Johnson and FBI
• People in this video
• War in Ukraine
• User Clip: Shame on Joe Biden
• Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback
• Joe Biden’s Open Border Policies Attract Convicted Sexual Predators To Come To America

Topics included the 2022 midterm elections, border security, and the economy. Though McCarthy declined to certify some of the 2020 presidential election results, Johnson went a step further and rallied more than 100 Republicans to back his brief endorsing a lawsuit to overturn the election. Johnson has repeatedly backed measures to ban abortion nationwide and worked for a nonprofit, labeled an anti-LGBTQ hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center, that defended the state-sanctioned sterilization of transgender people.

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Majority Leader Scalise Speaks About Cancer Treatment

The five Californians’ decision to back the Ohioan could come back to haunt them. Jordan’s deep ties to Trump’s attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election may not sit well with key voters in swing districts, Democratic strategist and pollster Cornell Belcher told The Times on Friday. Capitol building and end proxy voting, which was approved by Democrats during the COVID-19 pandemic to allow absent lawmakers to have another member cast votes for them. He also vowed to entrust House committees with drafting and marking up bills, and marshal resources to allow the House to conduct oversight of the Biden administration. While McCarthy was able to corral enough backing to win the nomination from his GOP colleagues, the conference's slim control of the House gives the conservative faction more leverage. His ability to wrangle votes from his fellow GOP members is also likely to be tested when it comes to must-pass measures, such as legislation funding the government and addressing the debt limit, as the U.S. is expected to hit its borrowing limit in 2023.

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Republican voters have become more likely to hold their own party accountable for the chaos in Washington. On Sept. 11, 32% of Republicans polled said they would blame their party most ifthe government were to shut down. Forty-nine percent of GOP respondents disapprove of how congressional Republicans are handling their jobs, according to a Thursday poll conducted by Global Strategy Group and released by Navigator Research, a Democratic firm. Sixty-nine percent of all voters said they disapproved of the way congressional Republicans handle their jobs.

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The former National Republican Congressional Committee chairman was first elected to Congress in 2014 and became majority whip earlier this year. Emmer, who lost a race for Minnesota governor in 2010, was a state representative from 2004 to 2008. GOP Rep. Steve Womack of Arkansas just left the room where the Republican conference is meeting and said there is "significant opposition" to speaker nominee Tom Emmer in the room. GOP Rep. Brandon Williams of New York told CNN’s Manu Raju there were 26 votes against Speaker designee Tom Emmer during the closed-door roll call vote and said that Emmer is trying to resolve the concerns of those members in the room right now on open mic.

War in Ukraine

House Foreign Affairs Chairman Michael McCaul warned that the conference should elect a new speaker by Wednesday to avoid appearances of weakness and dysfunction amid war in Israel. The campaign has said that they have gathered more than 500,000 signatures -- surpassing the necessary threshold, but will continue to gather signatures "until the wheels fall off," a spokesperson told ABC News. "At the end of the day, your politics is important but it is not worth our souls," he said.

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The loss of McCarthy from upper leadership could have especially dire consequences for California’s state Republican party, which has long relied on him to keep money coming into the Golden State, said Mike Madrid, an anti-Trump Republican consultant who’s become a critic of the party. Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s ouster is the first of those challenges. McCarthy’s fundraising allies have said they will work with Johnson to ensure the money continues to pour into Republicans’ coffers. But Johnson is relatively unproven as a fundraiser, and McCarthy, who pulled in more than $500 million last election cycle, rose to the top of his party in part because of his ability to rake in dough. House Republicans have all but folded the Big Top on the Biden impeachment circus.

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With Gosar signing onto the effort to oust the speaker it means Johnson will likely need votes from Democrats if the resolution comes up for a vote. The GOP majority shrinks to a one-vote margin after Wisconsin GOP Rep. Mike Gallagher's resignation becomes official, which is expected after the House votes on the foreign aid package. The clownish lead investigator, House Oversight Committee chair and Fox News regular Rep. James Comer of Kentucky, last month told donors in a fundraising letter — notice a pattern here, Republican leaders playing to monied interests? — that instead of seeking Biden’s impeachment, he’ll send a criminal referral (again, crimes TBD) to the Justice Department.

Republican Rep. Max Miller called for an extra week for the House GOP to decide on a nominee and said that people in the room were “broken." The issue is likely to be put directly before voters in November's election. GOP state Rep. Alexander Kolodin likewise accused the body, including the Republicans joining with Democrats, of moving forward because of political pressures and likened abortion to the killing of "infants." The repeal of the abortion ban would then take effect 90 days after the end of the legislative session, which must be before June 30. Two Republican senators have already said they will support the repeal effort, signaling the House bill should pass that chamber and then go to Gov. Katie Hobbs' desk to be signed into law. "I've known for a while that the votes were there, it just takes a lot of fortitude, a lot of spine," Democratic state Rep. Stephanie Stahl Hamilton, who sponsored the bill, told ABC News' Jaclyn Lee.

Emmer, who voted to certify the 2020 election in a rebuke to former President Donald Trump, could face resistance from some members of the House Freedom Caucus skeptical of the current GOP leadership team and as Trump’s allies have attacked him. Womack said it's going to be up to Emmer to decide if he wants to go to the floor for a speakership vote, but that he's going to likely want to meet with holdouts and see how set they are in their stances. “I believe so,” McCarthy said when pressed on whether there will be a speaker this time next week. In multiple interviews this afternoon, the California Republican refused to rule himself out in the run for the speakership, insisting the GOP conference will decide. But Scalise allies, who believe the Louisiana Republican can secure a majority of the conference but acknowledge he won’t get 217 votes on the first ballot, are against the move.

“We already had upwards of 20 who said they could not support Tom Emmer,” he said. “We are again back to where we started.” Nehls himself voted present when his name was called, he told reporters. "I don't defend the performance of the speaker, I don't defend the actions that have been taken," Good told reporters after the Friday vote. "However, that doesn't mean that I support what I would consider to be not the most prudent action right now. We're six months before an election, we have a two-three vote margin." Trump is the likely GOP presidential nominee, is very popular among the GOP base but still deeply unpopular among swing voters. “These incumbents are going to have to run under the banner of Trump for president,” Fleischman said.

Washington — House Republicans nominated Rep. Kevin McCarthy, the current minority leader, as their candidate for speaker of the House on Tuesday, with McCarthy overcoming a conservative challenger as the party inches closer to winning control of the lower chamber. Norman noted that Republicans need someone "we can trust" and said "we'll find out who that person is and are they gonna do what they say." He stressed that he wants commitments from all speaker candidates on what they will and won't do while holding the gavel. Specifically, Norman said the Freedom Caucus wants to sit down with the nominee and ask tough questions. Emmer defeated a panel of seven other fellow Republicans Tuesday to earn the nomination. However, it remains to be seen if he'll have the necessary votes on the House floor to get the gavel.

But leading conservatives like Trump, former Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey and Senate candidate Kari Lake have touted their general support for abortion restrictions but said the 1864 ban goes too far. Many state Republican lawmakers sharply objected on Wednesday to the push to undo the Civil War-era ban that has roiled the politics of the state after the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that it is enforceable. The Senate on Wednesday separately conducted a second read of its own abortion ban repeal bill, without objection, setting up a parallel vote -- though that is likely moot now because the House bill has been approved. Three Republicans on Wednesday joined Democrats in the Arizona House to vote to repeal the state's controversial 1864 ban on nearly all abortions, which was revived by a court ruling earlier this month and which only includes exceptions to save the life of the pregnant woman. It’s not simply that Ms. Greene has taken such a Putin-pleasing approach to Russia’s war in Ukraine (Ukrainian Nazis? Really?) that the term “useful idiot” feels unavoidable. She has, in very little time, undermined the influence of her party’s entire right flank, driving less unhinged Republicans — most notably the House speaker, Mike Johnson — to brush back her and her ilk like the poo-flinging chaos monkeys they are.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in multiple interviews this afternoon refused to rule himself out in the run for the speakership, insisting the GOP conference will decide. Meanwhile, Rep. Mike Lawler of New York called Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz a "vile" person and said that he should be expelled from the conference. Gaetz, along with other GOP hardliners, moved to oust McCarthy from the speakership.

There is also some discussion of including funding for border security funding and for Taiwan in an eventual package, as there is growing uncertainty over how future supplemental packages would fare in the GOP-controlled House. Asked about the frustration expressed against the eight Republicans who voted to remove McCarthy, Womack said there a lot of “free agents” in the conference. “Pretty good discussion, a lot of opinions; we’re kind of like a scattergram, we're all over the map in terms of the way forward. Some of it about rules changes, some of it about, you know, hard feelings about what happened on Tuesday,” Womack said.

Rep. Steve Womack of Arkansas, who is backing Rep. Steve Scalise as speaker, said the world is looking at the House with concern, adding that the crisis in Israel has put more pressure on lawmakers to unite. And Republican Rep. Tim Burchett, one of the hardliners who voted to oust McCarthy, defended himself against those who have called for kicking the eight off committees. Rep. Kevin McCarthy has so far not arrived at the House Republican conference meeting Monday night, as some members urge him to return to the top role. Acting Speaker Patrick McHenry is limited to help Israel in the midst of war — meaning the House can’t pass any legislation until a new speaker is chosen.

Oceania Riviera Cruise: Expert Review 2023

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• Oceania Cruises' Riviera
• Dining
• Small Ship Luxury
• Other Oceania Cruises deckplans
• Sign-Up For Special Offers

All types, aside from the Inside Staterooms, offer ocean views courtesy of either a large picture window or private balcony. Visit the lovely Wrigley Memorial and Botanic Gardens, which encompass nearly 38 acres of indigenous Cali plants including Catalina cherry, agave, aloe, cedar, island scrub oak and yucca. Or fill an afternoon with glamor at the Art Deco-era Catalina Casino in Avalon, built in 1929 to host big bands and Hollywood’s biggest stars and buzziest socialites. Or find your center during a paddle boarding session along the deep blue waters of Descanso Beach, located just past the casino.

Oceania Cruises' Riviera

This includes administration, food staff (preparation and serving), housekeeping staff, also the vessel's provisioning and crewing. Other cruise lines served by Apollo are Thomson UK (Marella Cruises) and RSSC-Regent. Oceania Riviera (2012-built, last refurbished in 2022 Nov-Dec) is the newest among the Oceania cruise ships and sistership (by design) to the fleetmate MS Marina. A modified version of this design (ALLURA-Class) is represented by the ships Vista (2023) and Allura (2025). All these vessels were constructed in Italy (by Fincantieri) and designed by the world-renowned Y&S firm (Petter Yran and Bjorn Storbratten architectural design).

Dining

I currently crave Waves Grill’s fragrant vanilla-forward milkshakes, and Wagyu burgers, their juices dripping down my hands. I see the tall chef in a tall toque expertly carving a crackling-skinned whole suckling pig at lunchtime in the Terrace Café. A modified version of this design is Oceania's new ALLURA-Class represented by the ships Vista (2023) and Allura (2025).

Small Ship Luxury

Bathtubs across several suite categories have also been removed in favor of large walk-in showers. Only the Owner's, Vista and Oceania suite categories have both bathtubs and showers in their bathrooms. With a handful of ships Oceania has itineraries leaving from ports across the globe. In Asia there are cruises from Papeete in the South Pacific and Hong Kong in China. Of course the Caribbean is always a popular itinerary with many of their itineraries leaving from Miami. If you are interested in an Oceania Cruise speak with one of The Cruise Web’s expert consultants, who can walk you through their itineraries and find a perfect match for your vacation criteria.

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One of the world’s most exciting modern cities, Hong Kong offers a true East meets West experience where you can shop for traditional Chinese cure-alls and attend high tea all in the same afternoon. Delve into the grandeur and mystique of Southeastern Asia’s ethereal temples and shrines, divine cuisine and captivating culture. There are cooks tours of local markets, hiking trips and journeys to white sand beaches. On my review voyage I went whale watching in Iceland and also visited a prize-winning Norwegian garden on a small group tour. Also, there are wellness treatments in the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center as well as a steam room, a spa terrace and a full service salon. Light snacks as well as tea and coffee are available at Baristas cafe.

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Just off the bedroom is the master bathroom, which includes brown and cream inlaid marble flooring, dual sinks, a large jetted tub with a TV, separate shower and a closed water closet. Suites also feature his and hers walk-in closets and a second full bathroom. Balconies include wooden loungers, chairs and tables that were custom-designed by Ralph Lauren Home for Oceania Cruises.

There are Inside Staterooms – these are the least expensive rooms on board. These can be a good choice for cold climate voyages when poor weather can make a veranda unpleasant. Riviera has a main dining room, a buffet, a poolside grill and a cafe for light bites. What’s more there are also six speciality restaurants, four of which are free-of-charge.

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It’s worth noting that the bathrooms in the Veranda and Concierge Staterooms have been entirely remodelled. The bathtub has been removed making way for a large walk-in, rain-water shower. There is also late-night entertainment in Horizons bar with hosted karaoke and performances by the Riviera band. The Quadrivium String Quartet play in the Grand Bar most evenings and there is a lively pianist in Martinis bar.

Unwind at Oceania Cruises' spa, salon, fitness center and workshops. Relax with massages, acupuncture, pedicure or personal training session. Known as The Emerald City, Seattle is a beautiful, luscious city with incredible views of the Cascade Mountains and Elliott Bay. The city is full of activities for both water lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

There are now seven venues; the newest (which I have yet to experience) is an al fresco trattoria and pizzeria. Reservations are needed for Toscana, Polo Grill, Jacques and La Reserve; passengers are promised at least one reservation in each (other than La Reserve) per cruise. Book as far in advance as possible; once onboard, add your name to waitlists to score additional bookings. The suite's dining room has a Mayfair table and Barrett Medium Knurled chandelier (natural brass).

The ship's drydock refurbishment in April 2019 (an OceaniaNEXT project) resulted in several deckplan changes (details to be announced soon). Oceania Cruises are famed for offering ‘the Finest Cuisine at Sea’, and Riviera will certainly not disappoint where dining is concerned. So take your pick of twelve restaurants and eateries and treat your tastebuds to a range of mouth-watering dining experiences. Owner Suites are 4-room cabins furnished with Ralph Lauren Home furniture. If you love wine, head to one of the city’s bodegas for a guided Mexican wine tasting. While grapes aren’t native to Mexico, wine — and pretty good wine, at that — has been produced here since the 17th century.

The magnificent Grand Dining Room retains a classic charm, not to mention an impressive menu which changes each night. That said, on my review voyage the quality of the cuisine was, on occasion, inconsistent. It’s worth noting that you must have a reservation to dine in one of the specialty restaurants – walk-ins are usually not admitted.

Careers

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• Set sail on an exciting career course
• Shipboard Cruise Careers
• Photography & Video Departments
• Corporate Cruise Careers Overview
• Youth Department
• Other Cruise Departments
• Medical Officers

Whether you are looking to work on a cruise ship for a short-term job change or a long-term career, the cruise industry has a place for you. Unlike careers on land, however, working onboard a cruise ship has some unique conditions. Princess Cruises takes great pride in our efforts to make the adjustment to sea life as easy as possible so you can focus on making our guests feel special. Requirements Applicants must have a basic knowledge of cleaning and sanitation procedures for the food service industry, good verbal communications skills, and the ability to perform physical labor in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision. The Pursers department is the center of Hotel operations onboard all Princess vessels.

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Our stages are equipped with intricate Tait Towers and Stage Technologies rigging systems consisting of lifts, revolves, serapid tracks, and overhead line-sets. Doctors are primarily responsible for providing individualized outpatient, inpatient and ICU care for guests and crew. Doctors consult both crew and guests, providing timely, safe and evidence-based assessments, formulating differential diagnoses and treatment plans, performing clinical interventions and procedures, and coordinating logistics of referrals and evacuations. Doctors manage the preventative health and wellness programs for crew, and are also responsible for adhering to public health practices. Requirements Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in human resources, adult education, or a related field from an accredited college or five years’ experience in shipboard operations, training, or employee relations. Knowledge of various international human resources standards in the areas of compensation, employee relations, general benefits, employment and staffing practices, and organizational development is preferred.

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Entry-level positions within this department include Utility Cleaner, Accommodations Attendant, and Laundry Steward. Requirements Applicants must have a minimum of two years’ experience in the hotel/hospitality industry performing junior management duties and front desk responsibilities at a large hotel. Applicants must also be computer literate, have experience with large volume cash handling, possess mathematical and analytical skills, and have excellent customer service skills. Onboard photography is primarily centered on portrait and event photography, using both natural locations and onboard studio setups with backdrops and studio lighting. Our Videographers produce a souvenir DVD documenting the cruise experience from beginning to end, showing both onboard entertainment and port tours and destinations.

Photography & Video Departments

This dynamic department encompasses a variety of roles and is responsible for the management of hotel accounts, shore excursions, and shipboard personnel operations such as the Crew Office. The Assistant Production Manager-Audio is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and programing of live audio within a variety of onboard venues as assigned by shipboard management. This role safely delivers functioning and well-maintained audio systems in support of a dynamic, engaging, and memorable entertainment and activities program.

Entry-level positions within the Bar department include Bartender, Bar Steward, and Utility F&B Bars. The growth and training opportunities within this fast-paced and dynamic department are vast. The Restaurant department is responsible for the operation of dining services in all Food & Beverage venues. Providing excellent customer service to our guests is a key function in this position and requires interaction with multiple departments and levels of management to ensure the operation functions smoothly. The Restaurant department includes a variety of positions that require differing skill sets, so applicants will be considered for positions suitable to their level of experience. Paramedics are responsible for providing high standards of individualized routine and emergency care to guests and crew.

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Our centers are equipped with digital jukeboxes, foosball, air hockey, skeeball, DJ booths, video game stations and more. Our Youth Staff offer a variety of activities, including games, sports, science workshops, and educational programs. Individuals who are outgoing, enthusiastic, energetic and have an interest in entertaining kids of any age are encouraged to apply. Requirements Applicants must have experience with small repair, evacuation pumps, and welding. All Cruise Jobs is the biggest job board within the cruise line industry with the most current cruise ship job vacancies available on the internet. Turnover is high because people get promoted, change ships, change cruise line companies, go on vacation, return to school, or just take their savings and settle down back on land.

Youth Department

This position offers excellent career development and promotion opportunities in hotel management. The Technical department is responsible for the efficient and cost-effective operation and maintenance of all onboard machinery and equipment, covering a wide range of areas including power generation and propulsion; heating and air conditioning; and deck, hotel, and entertainment support systems. The Technical department’s mission is to provide a safe, secure, and environmentally sound operation at all times. The Housekeeping department is responsible for maintaining the highest level of cleanliness and service in guest staterooms, public areas, and open decks as well as providing laundry services to both guests and crew members. This department is also responsible for the movement of baggage on and off the ship and making sure the ship is ready for new guests each and every cruise.

Paramedics also perform various technical and non-clinical administrative tasks that support the efficient and safe operation of the medical center under the direction and supervision of the Senior Nurse. Additional duties include equipment checks, medicines and inventory management, participation in drills, audits, inspections and training of other crew members. Technical skills are learned and practiced on board, such as X-rays acquisition, and performing a wide-array of laboratory tests and other procedures.

Medical Officers

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Join our inclusive and welcoming team, and you’ll enjoy a truly adventurous career with excellent incentives, unlimited growth, and ports of call that will leave you breathless. A career at sea affords you many unparalleled opportunities such as travelling to world-famous locations, building meaningful friendships with diverse colleagues, and gaining valuable professional skills in a world-class environment. We offer exciting cruise career opportunities in a variety of onboard departments. Working for Princess Cruises is ideal if you are looking to take your career to the next level and enjoy working in a challenging and unique environment.

The best thing to do when you become a member is to decide where you would like to work and find companies offering cruise ship jobs in that specific area. There are tons of jobs at the ports where many of the large cruise liners have private lodges and recreation centers for their guests during land excursion part of the cruise. Most Junior Assistant Pursers initially begin their onboard career at the Front Desk where responsibilities include providing exceptional customer service to each guest, assisting guests with account inquires, resolving customer service issues, and answering telephone calls.

Princess Cruises works with a global network of authorized recruiters to attract and select the most qualified candidates to join us at sea. If you are being considered for a position, there could be several steps after your initial application before you are notified with a decision. Depending on the job you are applying for, these could include follow-up interviews with our corporate hiring managers. Princess Cruises cooperates with a world-wide network of recruiting agencies to select only the most qualified crew.

This team is also responsible for hosting an array of special events onboard, including guest performers, group exercise classes, and even the occasional conga line. Join Princess Cruises, the region’s tourism leader, in hosting our Alaska cruise guests at Princess-owned wilderness lodges and transportation services. There they experience breathtaking vistas, fresh local cuisine, and awe-inspiring wildlife. See it all for yourself — and make friends from around the world — while leading tours, serving in hospitality and culinary, or hitting the road in transportation operations.

Stage Crew are responsible for assisting the Production team with the maintenance of all equipment, scenery, and props as well as show and event preparation pertaining to A/V equipment, scenic goods, props, lighting, and rigging. Senior Production Managers oversee all production show elements including lighting, audio, video, automation/rigging, scenery, pyrotechnics, and show rehearsals. Requirements Applicants must have a minimum of two years' DJ experience at corporate parties, weddings, or similar events; experience hosting karaoke; and a thorough knowledge of a variety of musical genres from 50s classics to today’s popular music.

As a well-known premium brand in the cruise industry, we receive a high volume of cruise employment inquiries each day. To help you understand what to expect if you are being considered for a position, we’ve outlined the application process below. The Princess Youth Program is offered on all vessels, year-round in state-of-the-art, dedicated facilities.

We employ team members of over 70 nationalities, creating a diverse and welcoming environment. Second Electro-Technical Officers assist in leading a team of Electro-Technical staff in the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation, inspection, and repair of all shipboard electrical systems in compliance with company safety standards to ensure the protection and safety of all guests and crew members. Requirements Applicants must have a minimum of two years’ experience in the entertainment and hospitality field, including direct experience hosting activities for large groups. Entertainment talents such as dancing, singing, stage performance, hosting sports events, and arts and crafts are a plus, but candidates must be willing to participate in any/all such activities onboard as part of a team environment.

Through the use of specific patient group directives, nurses are able to practice autonomously under the authority of doctors, assessing patients and providing treatment and advice for specific conditions. In additional to first response duties, nurses work closely with shipboard doctors to attend to patients attending daily walk-in clinics. To work on a cruise liner, you will firstly need to understand the various types of cruises and cruise liner employment that is on offer. Most countries in the world offer ocean liner cruises, but you can also find companies that offer exciting river cruises for example. Some cruises journey mainly in Europe, and The Americas, while some aim for the exotic islands of the Caribbean.

10 Amazing Cabo San Lucas Sunset Cruises To Book Now

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• Why You Should Take a Cabo San Lucas Sunset Cruise
• Sunset Sail Details
• Is it Safe to Travel to Cabo San Lucas?
• MAP OF CABO SAN LUCAS
• Private 38' Sailing
• What Happens in Case of Inclement Weather on the Day of the Scheduled Sunset Sailing Cruise?

So when doing your Cabo vacation planning, be sure to build in time for one or more of the following sunset cruises. With free cancellation, open bar, and stunning views of Cabo’s landmarks, this two-hour cruise offers a memorable and intimate experience. The price for this 2-hour experience starts from Kč2,471 per person, with the option for free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

Why You Should Take a Cabo San Lucas Sunset Cruise

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Sit back, relax, and let the SaltyCabo crew give you memories to last a lifetime. Departure times change throughout the year, according to daylight saving time and actual sunset times.. We also like this well-reviewed sunset dinner cruise on the Sun Rider 100. The reputable tour operator has a few different boats, but their “Cabo Party Cruise” is the one for dancing, unlimited drinks, games and high spirits. Vessels also range from small sailboats to large and stable power yachts.

Sunset Sail Details

Come back in time, to the days when Cabo was home to pirates, onboard our pirate ships. Sunset Mexican Dinner provides an excellent view of Cabo's most breathtaking sites including the famed "El Arco", Land's End, the Sea Lion Colony, Lover's Beach, the pirate's .... Don’t miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset in Baja California Sur. With the wine comes the pairing of food which the sommelier will create for you. There are no current travel restrictions from the US government and the only thing that they are warning tourists about is the fact that there is crime happening in Cabo.

Is it Safe to Travel to Cabo San Lucas?

Experience the romance, the thrill, and the relaxation of sailing aboard one of our fully-equipped sailing yachts. You share a special experience with your travel companions (or make new friends on board), all while tasting some of Mexico’s best food and drinks. As with all the sunset cruises in Cabo covered here, you’ll cruise out into the Sea of Cortez to Land’s End at the tip of the Baja California Peninsula. Sail into the sunset along the Cabo coast and enjoy five-star service aboard a luxury yacht.

And as dusk transcends into twilight, we’ll keep the party going with the perfect playlist and free-flowing drinks. You can dance to your heart’s desire under a sky full of stars as we slowly make our way back to the dock. If you’re with a group of family members or friends, check out these great private 3-hour sunset cruises offered by Book Now Adventures. Imagine the perfect, exclusive sunset sailing experience on the waters of Los Cabos Bay just as the sun dips into the deep blue waters of the Pacific. There is something magical about that moment when the atmosphere is bathed in the deep indigos and magentas of dusk in Cabo. Our Cabo San Lucas Sunset Cruise is tailored for an exciting but comfortable boating experience.

Luxury Cabo sunset dinner cruise

Read more.You can also find us on our global luxury travel blog Sand In My Suitcase. The friendly crew, dressed as pirates, put on an acrobatic and dance show for you too, complete with climbing up the ropes of the tall sailing ship. The boat’s got everything, including a restroom, plus spots to chill in the sun or shade. The chips with guacamole, Mexican salsa and tuna salad are simple but oh-so-tasty. After cruising out into the Cabo San Lucas Bay, you’ll head for Land’s End. These dramatic rock formations jut out of the water at the place where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean.

Private 38' Sailing

Watching the sky turn into shades of orange, pink and yellow as the sun dances over the sea, with an ice-cold cerveza or margarita in hand. Enjoy a fun time in Los Cabos aboard the Pez Gato, Cabo's Original Sunset Party Cruise. Experience the magic of Los Cabos with the Shared Sunset Sailing Cruise, a must-do activity for travelers looking to unwind and enjoy the beauty of the Pacific Ocean at dusk. Here's a few more nearby tours and experiences we think you'll like. The concept of the wine tasting experience is to introduce two different wines, national and international. Learning about the flavors, the aroma, and the region of production.

However, there are so many options to choose from that it can feel overwhelming picking one. Your dinner (beef or chicken fajitas) is prepared on-deck, and you can nosh on unlimited chips and salsa. First, you’ll be welcomed with a tropical cocktail and antipasti platter.

The sunset sail ambiance creates a magical atmosphere, perfect for relaxation and enjoyment. As the sails unfurl and the engine hums softly in the background, guests can unwind and take in the breathtaking views surrounding them. Experience opulence on our luxury sunset cruise from Puerto Los Cabos Marina.

The professional crew are super-attentive and will take as many photos as you want of your group by the Arch. The bar is always open, and fresh-made guacamole and chips are on hand for munchies (chicken fajitas too, if you wish). It’s ideal for a family birthday celebration, bachelorette party or other occasion where you want a private customizable experience.

Led by the region’s premier sailing staff on an industry-leading catamaran with amenities to spare, you’ll have everything you need to enjoy your time on the water. Book with us and experience the difference that only comes with the region’s top sailing tour team. Age restrictions are in place for safety measures on the shared sunset sailing cruise. Passengers must meet the minimum age requirement to participate. The company ensures a secure environment for all guests to enjoy the experience.

The cruise ensures that all guests, including vegans, have satisfying options during their sunset sailing experience. To enhance this experience, the sunset sail refreshments include a selection of wine or cocktails from the open bar, adding a touch of indulgence to the journey. Planning a romantic getaway during your stay in Cabo San Lucas?

NEW Summer 2023 Discounts Announced for Disney Cruise Line

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• What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months
• Disney Cruise “Kids Sail Free” Deals for 2023
• Disney Cruise Discounts for Southern California Residents
• Disney Cruise Discounts and Deals
• Special Offers on Disney Cruise Line Sailings as of October 3, 2023
• Restricted Rates (IGT, OGT, VGT)
• Disney Cruise Discounts for Annual Passholders

Other categories and sail dates with other rates may be available. The domestic offer for select sailings with savings up to 30% off the prevailing rate remains available for select voyages. Disney Cruise Line’s domestic offer remains for select sailings with savings up to 35% off the prevailing rate.

What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months

The Canadian Resident rate excludes suites and categories with restrictions (VGT, OGT, and IGT). Proof of Canada residency will be required at time of check-in. If booking through Disney Cruise Line’s Contact Center, you must mention code CAN.

Disney Cruise “Kids Sail Free” Deals for 2023

Ultimately, it’ll be interesting to see what happens with Disney Cruise Line, just like all other aspects of travel. With that 50% future cruise credit, we’ll likely hedge our bets and book as soon as we’re eligible on May 2 (assuming we can settle on an itinerary between now and then). Check out your Welcome to Castaway Club discount if you have cruised for the first time in the last 60 days, and learn all about your Castaway Club perks.

Disney Cruise Discounts for Southern California Residents

The Disney Wonder joined the Disney Dream with the most sailings at 21, 9 more than the Disney Fantasy. The Disney Fantasy holds the lead with the most sailings at 65, the Disney Magic and Disney Dream are tied 2 sail date. There are currently no offers listed for the Disney Wonder, Disney Wish, or the Disney Treasure. With a reduction of sail dates this week, Pixar Day at Sea is the only type of themed cruise with a special offer. As of April 22, 2024, the following cruises had availability in the Canadian Resident category.

Disney Cruise Discounts and Deals

With that said, it’s worth noting that opening day stateroom rates are largely on the lower end of the historical pricing spectrum. As itineraries start to book up and stateroom inventory becomes more scarce, rates invariably increase. Pricing is demand-based, with cruises in recent years rarely decreasing in price–increases are far more common.

Special Offers on Disney Cruise Line Sailings as of October 3, 2023

If we didn’t have that, I think we actually might wait this time. Even if that’s correct, it doesn’t mean the return of deep discounts, but it could spell some relief from the high prices of travel. Or perhaps all of that is simply wishful thinking on my part, and this summer’s stratospheric pricing will be even worse in Summer 2023.

Those unfamiliar with Disney cruises may need clarification on these codes. Here’s all you need to know about stateroom categories on Disney cruises. The following list shows the Restricted Guarantee room categories (and their codes) available on selected last-minute Disney cruise deals.

Special Offers on Disney Cruise Line Sailings as of November 27, 2023

Prices given are base fares per person (Guest 1 & 2/Guest 3+). 3rd, 4th and 5th guest fares for children 12 and under will be lower. You can change almost every aspect of your booking as many times as you need to and still keep the benefits. The name of one adult in each stateroom must stay the same, but you can change the names of any of the other guests, or increase or reduce the number of guests.

Disney Cruise Discounts for Annual Passholders

Offers may be applied to existing bookings if requested by caller. This offer cannot be combined with any other special offer or discounts, or onboard credits. Remember, this offer is valid on select sailings on the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy cruise ships from now until April 2023. You can book a stateroom in categories 4A–11C but not VGT, OGT and IGT (these are the ones with restrictions on where you are placed onboard). The fares are waived for the 2 additional guests but does not include taxes and port fees; these will cost around $89–$202 depending on the itinerary chosen. Special Military rates are available to all retired and active U.S.

It’s always a good idea to use an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner to do the work for you, but especially for opening day bookings. For one thing, using them to book your cruise is a great way to save time and stress. For another, their services are free to you since they’re paid commission by DCL on the reservation. Port Canaveral will also be the departure point for the Disney Fantasy for sailings ranging in length from five to 10 nights.

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If you like to handle your own bookings directly, Undercover Tourist is a great choice. If you would like to have a personal agent who can help guide you through the decision process and be available to answer questions, then the full-service approach will be a better fit. Have you cruised for the first time on Disney Cruise Line in the last sixty days? Make sure you check out your Welcome to Castaway Club discount.

Once you leave the ship, you can’t book more, so we recommend booking two (or more) every time, if you can afford to tie up the deposit money. If you later decide that you want to bring another family along, or put the kids in their own stateroom, you’ll be glad to have two rooms booked with the discount. When it comes to planning your dream Disney cruise, The Vacationeer is the travel agency you should trust.

Looking closer at this week’s offerings, special rates for Florida Residents held at 5 dates, the US Military Personnel dropped 1 to 23 sailings. The Canadian Resident dipped 4 to 16 sail dates, and the Southern California Resident rate dropped 2 to 4 sailings. The special offers listed below are available to book today while inventory lasts. Looking closer at this week’s offerings, special rates for Florida Residents held at 2 dates, the US Military Personnel increased increased 4 to 37 cruises. The Canadian Resident also held this week with a total of 17 sail dates. Southern California residents (ZIP codes to 93599) sometimes qualify for special rates on select sailings on Disney Cruise Line.

You always get a 100% refund as long as you haven’t passed the penalty date ( days from sailing, depending on the cruise), and you didn’t book a concierge room or suite. There’s basically no risk, though it does tie up some deposit money while you think about your options. Keep in mind that this is a self-service option, for people who know exactly what cruise they want to take, what stateroom, how dining works, etc.

Unforgettable Long Weekend Cruises, 3-4 Day Getaways

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• View All Bahamas Cruises from Miami
• Getaway Cruises
• Top Free Activities and Free Things To Do at Perfect Day at CocoCay
• Everything You Need to Plan a Perfect Day at Cococay

With our best threads in tip-top shape, we’ll be ready to party once night falls. And, naturally, cruise ships have loads of options, whether you’re traveling with your best friends, your family, or just your special someone. With a fresh new year ahead of us, it’s never too early to start planning your travels. Even if you can’t pencil in a long vacation, you can make the most of your long weekends with a quick escape to someplace warm.

View All Bahamas Cruises from Miami

Connect with the cultures and cuisine of each region with destination-themed activities on every Getaway cruise itinerary. Listen to the Caribbean steel pan drums, or feel the rhythm of Mexico’s mariachis as they perform. Whether you’re headed to California or the Caribbean, immerse yourself in the best of the region on board.

Getaway Cruises

The wide variety of ports within the islands of the Bahamas themselves make this a perfect destination for Memorial Day weekend cruises. Calling at Nassau allows you to explore the vibrant capital of the Bahamas, while wilder adventures await in Bimini, Paradise Island and beyond. Further sweetening the deal is Perfect Day at CocoCay, where the kids can brave the largest wave pool in the Caribbean while you belly up to the swim-up bar. From riding cable cars to sampling fresh bay shrimp, experience it all in The Golden City.

Top Free Activities and Free Things To Do at Perfect Day at CocoCay

Whether you’re into action-packed thrills or beachside chill, you’re just one click away from relaxation mode. It's possible to find inside cabins for three-night sailings to The Bahamas for $100 per person, but the average is around $100 per person per night. For balcony cabins, expect to pay closer to $175 per person per night.

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Thrill Waterpark at Perfect Day At CocoCay top 4 insider travel tips uncovers free things to do, places to go and thrills you can share with friends. The fan-favorite cruise ship from New York, Liberty of the Seas, is home to some of the best cruise restaurants in the entire Royal Caribbean fleet. The best free activities and free things to do at Perfect Day at CocoCay®, Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas. When it’s time to refuel, the signature wings at Captain Jack’s® hit the right spot. Try one of the famous chicken sandwiches dressed in our secret sauce at Snack Shack. Chill out at your choice of six stretches of beach, each with its own vibe.

Everything You Need to Plan a Perfect Day at Cococay

Florida, which has two very popular ports of departure, is perhaps the best place to set off on Memorial Day weekend cruises. In addition to the fact that you'll be able to shop sailings from both Miami and Fort Lauderdale, both locations put you in a great position to explore the Caribbean Sea. For shorter trips, you'll likely stick to nearby islands like the Bahamas and Grand Cayman, though you might also be able to reach Jamaica or even the Virgin Islands if you have a few additional days to spare.

Top Shore Excursions on Bahamas Cruises from Miami

Sharpen your skills with lessons from our staff, and then show off your expertise at the table. Or enjoy games on the go, including Keno on Deck® and bingo, when you access Play Ocean® through the MedallionClass app. For any cruises listed, Cruise Critic does not guarantee any specific rates or prices. Experience the top 7 most thrilling things to do at the Perfect Day at CocoCay from sliding down the tallest waterslide in North America to zip lining across the island and much more.

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This means you can splurge on yourself or your loved ones without having to spend extra on taxes. Find your favorite brands – like Swarovski, Calvin Klein and Chanel – right on board your Getaway cruise. Visit tranquil places in the Caribbean, like the cenotes of Mexico, to find the most relaxing vacation spots. Plus, with our nighttime clothes hanging up in our stateroom closet, they’re not going to look wrinkled like they would when they stay in your luggage as you drive or fly around, as well.

Pacific Coast Getaways

Feel the warm sea breeze on your face as you embark on a luxurious catamaran cruise from Bimini. Get into the party spirit with an ice-cold rum punch and, if the mood takes you, dance on deck to the sounds of live music as you sail the island’s beautiful coastline. The award-winning island paradise of CocoCay is packed with entertainment for all tastes. Fly down Devil’s Peak, North America’s tallest waterslide, and cool off in the region’s biggest freshwater pool. Or elevate your experience at Coco Beach Club, where you’ll find a sparkling infinity pool, a powder-sand beach, and a cluster of overwater villas.

Or admire the 44-foot Coast Guard rescue boat suspended mid-air, and tour the floating lighthouse, known as Columbia. Reconnect with nature or relax with a glass of Napa Valley wine in hand on a three-day cruise. From San Diego to Vancouver and every port between, refresh your mind and come back rejuvenated on Pacific Coast Getaways. Canada's third largest city feels like a North American metropolis mixed with a small European town. — Stanley Park — and visit the continent's second largest Chinatown during your Alaska cruise vacation. Soar above the city's lush natural environment in a sky gondola for panoramic views, or get up close to the local sea life at the Vancouver Aquarium.

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And let's not forget Seuss at Sea™ , which turns classic Dr. Seuss stories and characters into big fun for all. Check out Los Angeles and Ensenada, Mexico, in one weekend on one of Princess Cruises' Pacific Coast cruises. Cruise Critic is not a booking agent and does not charge any service fees to users of our site. When you book with one of our partners, please be sure to check their site for a full disclosure of all applicable fees as required by the U.S. If you want to unwind, head to Chill Island on the east side of CocoCay.

From Bimini, swim among reef sharks or learn how conch is harvested. Relax in a private overwater villa on CocoCay, or fly down North America’s tallest waterslide. Travel through time as you peruse the exhibits of Astoria’s Columbia River Maritime Museum, home to one of the nation's finest displays of model ships and nautical artifacts. During a Pacific Coast getaway, enjoy interactive exhibits, watch short films and get up close to over 30,000 maritime objects.

Deserted Honeymoon Beach on St. Thomas beckons you, whether you're looking to relax on its sunkissed shores or get active with some snorkel gear. As is the case for general long weekend travel or even trips you take over Labor Day, many of the best cruises are the most adventurous ones. Why not head beyond the comforts of Cancun to the lesser docked-at cruise ports of Belize? Whatever you do, allow your brainstorming and research to be fun. After all, Labor Day is meant to be a break from work, not create more of it. On a Bahamas cruise from Miami, the crystal-clear waters, powder-white sands, and relaxed atmosphere of this island paradise guarantee the ideal vacation.

Moreover, being open to a wide range of destinations — from top choices like the Bahamas and Cancun to secondary options like Puerto Rico — further sweetens the deal. Don't let the long weekend flash before your eyes — see the world instead! Choose among these unforgettable destinations and make the most of your long weekend on a 3 to 5-night cruise. Gather your gang and put the nine-to-five behind you as you embrace island time. From zip-lining over the stunning waters of Haiti to snorkeling off the pink beaches of Bermuda, you'll be sure to bring new meaning to the term weekend warrior.