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Cruise Critic may be an important resource for cruise travelers, but the Web site -- whether via its community of members or its team of editorial staffers -- is also frequently cited as a source of information by more traditional media. We've been featured on the BBC and ABC News, as a top travel site by Travel + Leisure and The Washington Post, and recommended in outlets ranging from Budget Travel to The New York Times.
Where might you have seen us lately? Check us out....
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Cunard Admits Data Security Failure
Tnooz reports that Cruise Critic members reveal data breach -- “The spreadsheet included email addresses, telephone contact details and, probably most seriously, passport numbers of passengers, a forum user on CruiseCritic says.”
June 2012
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BBC Radio Oxford: Sue Bryant Joins Jo Thoenes To Talk Cruising
BBC Radio Oxford called on Sue Bryant to discuss how to choose a cruise, what concerns first-timers and the next big thing in cruising. Listen here (20 min in)
October 2011
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Cruise Week: Interview with Carolyn Spencer Brown.
BBC Radio Guernsey's Jenny Kendall-Tobias learns why 1.7m people in the UK will take a cruise in 2011 in an interview with Carolyn Spencer Brown. Listen here (3hr 16min in)
September 2011
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Passengers Vote For Us
The Southampton Daily Echo notes Cruise Critic's recent poll regarding embarkation ports.
“Southampton has been voted the UK’s favourite cruise port by the people whose opinions really matter – the passengers…The poll by Cruise Critic, the world’s largest Internet site for the cruising industry, asked passengers at which port would they prefer to embark.”
September 2011
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Multi-Channel Agencies Steal Market Share from OTAs
Travel Weekly reports Cruise Critic's growth in the UK.
"P&O Cruises remained the top cruise website but suffered the biggest loss of market share of any site in the sector, while Royal Caribbean UK & Ireland dropped from third to fifth in the rankings. Cruisecritic.co.uk climbed from seventh to third place behind cruise.co.uk in second and above Iglu Cruise in fourth position."
August 2011
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River Cruises: Gently Down the Stream
The Independent's Chris Leadbeater, asks John Deiner for his thoughts on river cruising.
"If you want Vegas on the high seas, or a ramped-up romp with non-stop entertainment, a river cruise is most likely not going to be your cup of tea," advises John Deiner, of the cruise reviews website Cruise Critic (www.cruisecritic.co.uk). "But if you want a relaxing holiday that lets you take in a number of destinations with a minimum of effort, you really can't beat it. Simply unpack once, and enjoy the ride. Yes, it attracts an older crowd. But with the launch of a slew of new ships, that is likely to change. Plus you can't beat the value, especially if the line includes sightseeing tours."
April 2011
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Fit for a Queen: Onboard Cunard's New Queen Elizabeth
Carolyn Spencer Brown reports her first impressions to the Daily Mail.
"Among the first guests onboard was Carolyn Spencer Brown, Editor in Chief of news and reviews website, Cruise Critic. Here's Carolyn's verdict on what those sailing onboard this regal new ship can expect..."
October 2010
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Travel advice: Guide to DIY cruise excursions
Sunday Telegraph travel writer, Sophie Butler, recommends checking out Cruise Critic when organising independent excursions.
"If you are still worried about using local companies [when organising an excursion], check out reviews by other passengers on internet forums such as Cruise Critic."
March 2010
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Travel advice: Guide to DIY cruise excursions
Sunday Telegraph travel writer, Sophie Butler, recommends checking out Cruise Critic when organising independent excursions.
"If you are still worried about using local companies [when organising an excursion], check out reviews by other passengers on internet forums such as Cruise Critic."
March 2010
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Q&A With Carolyn Spencer Brown, Editor in Chief of CruiseCritic.com
Matt Goss from the NY Times' Frugal Traveler interviews Carolyn Spencer Brown to get the scoop on the frugal side of cruising.
"Q:My trips rarely top $100 a day, including airfare. Is that possible for a cruise?
A: Oh god, yes. In 2009, deals were falling out of the sky and hitting you on the head, they were so cheap. Norwegian Sky was doing $25 a day on its three- and four-day Bahamas cruises, and it was a decent ship—it wasn’t a tub. Once you get there, you don’t have to spend another penny beyond gratuity."
February 2010
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Bargains Ahoy As Prices Sink
The Sun features Cruise Critic's predictions for the year ahead.
Carolyn Spencer Brown, editor-in-chief of Cruise Critic, said: "As the economy crumbled, the cruise lines adopted a fearless attitude toward discounting, and the resulting deals proved irresistible.
"Prices won't stay low forever but the perks should remain as the competition to fill cabins continues.
Look out for a host of new ships, more celebs at sea and the demise of controversial tipping policies."
January 2010
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The stag and hen guide to cruises
Times Online featured an article on stag and hen party cruises written by Cruise Critic’s editor-in-chief, Carolyn Spencer Brown.
"The editor of Cruisecritic on shenanigans onboard and how to get the best deal on a final fling at sea."
Published 1 September, 2009
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Best road, rail, ferry and cruise websites
Times Online has selected Cruise Critic as one of the top 100 travel websites.
"Big and bold website with both in-house and member reviews that cover cruises all over the world, plus there are regular news updates, features, deals and videos."
Published 18 March, 2009
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UK arm of Cruise Critic marks first anniversary
Travelmole featured an article on Cruise Critic U.K.'s first anniversary.
"Cruise community website CruiseCritic.co.uk has claimed 1.5 million page views in January. The site received 132,000 unique visitors during the month."
Published 2 March, 2009
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Cruise lines offer cash for bookings
Times Online ran a piece on how cruise lines areincentivising customers with cash back offers, plus more of the best cruise deals and new ships in 2009 -- the piece was written by Cruise Critic's Carolyn Spencer Brown.
"When luxury cruise lines, for whom the words “sale” and “discount” are akin to sacrilege, offer sales and bargains, it’s a pretty clear sign that the economic woes are not only impacting mid-market travellers. Luxury-minded cruisers are also hesitant to commit to pricey trips at this point."
Published 18 February, 2009
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Long stay holidays: The great Escape!
Mail Online mentioned Cruise Critic in a feature about long stay holidays.
"Essentially longer cruises offer a greater opportunity to see a variety of countries in just one hit, and most of the time, the longer the duration, the better cost per day,' says Carolyn Spencer Brown, Editor in Chief of CruiseCritic.co.uk"
Published 13 February, 2009
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How to travel in 2009: holiday types
Mail Online featured an article on how to travel in 2009 and spoke to Cruise Critic's Carolyn Spencer Brown.
"Carolyn Spencer Brown, editor in chief of specialist cruise website www.cruisecritic.co.uk says: 'Cruising to Europe is the cheapest way to see the continent, especially now that the pound is suffering against the euro.'"
Published February 2009
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Long stay holidays: The great escape!
TravelMail featured an article about long stay holidays which included tips and advice from Cruise Critic's editor in chief, Carolyn Spencer Brown.
"Essentially longer cruises offer a greater opportunity to see a variety of countries in just one hit, and most of the time, the longer the duration, the better cost per day,' says Carolyn Spencer Brown, Editor in Chief of CruiseCritic.co.uk."
Published 30 January, 2008
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Cruising through the crunch
TravelMail featured an article which included expert advice from Cruise Critic's editor in chief, Carolyn Spencer Brown, on cruising during the gloomy economy.
If you can budget while away, you'll be smiling says Carolyn Spencer Brown, Editor in Chief of www.cruisecritic.co.uk:
"Ships are fairly inclusive. Your meals, entertainment, accommodation and transportation are generally all part of the ticket price. But understand that ancillary extras aren't covered. There's no reason why you can't have a great time on a cruise without spending - just beware, the extras do exist and they're really tempting!"
Published 13 January, 2009
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An ocean of bargains
TravelMail featured an article by Cruise Critic's editor in chief, Carolyn Spencer Brown, on the economic downtown and the fantastic cruise bargains available to travellers right now.
"A recent survey asked potential cruisers how the economic downturn might be affecting their plans for the coming year. It wasn't all that surprising that, of the nearly 2,000 respondents, just 13 per cent said: 'Won't go on a cruise - I can't afford it this year."
Published 14 December, 2008
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Carry on cruising – few prepared to forgo voyages
Travelmole cited Cruise Critic's survey on cruise travel for 2009.
"People are looking at ways to reduce the cost of their cruise, according to the worldwide poll by cruise news and review site, CruiseCritic.co.uk."
Published 20 November, 2008
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The world's best travel blogs
The Telegraph has picked the world's best travel blogs and cites Cruise Critic as the best for cruises.
"This is more a forum than a blogging site, it is hugely popular and growing very quickly. There's information on cruise ships and more than 135 ports of call, as well as details of specific cruising niches, including low-carbon cruising and gay cruises."
Published 6 November, 2008
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Ask our expert: November cruise deals
TimesOnline's resident cruise expert answering reader questions
A reader wanted to surprise his wife with a winter sun cruise on a budget of £1,500 -- Cruise Critic's Carolyn Spencer Brown helped him find a deal.
Published 17 October, 2008
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Make the net your first port of call
The Mail on Sunday and TravelMail mention Cruise Critic and features an interview with Cruise Critic's Editor in Chief, Carolyn Spencer Brown on researching cruises online.
"The principal cruise website for anyone seeking information and advice is www.cruisecritic.com (and its UK offshoot www.cruisecritic.co.uk), launched in 1995 by Kathleen Tucker, who remains the site's president."
Published 12 October, 2008
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Wild adventure on the high seas
TravelMail references Cruise Critic in an article about expedition cruising.
"According to the website Cruise Critic, what sets expedition cruising apart from normal cruising is the ship's 'expedition team'. This usually includes a team leader and sometimes a support staff of academics and scientists, who deliver lectures and briefings on subjects such as the politics, culture, history, geology, geography, biology, ecology and anthropology of the destinations."
Published 8 September, 2008
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Ask Our Expert: To The US by Boat
Cruise Critic's Editor in Chief is the TimesOnline's resident cruise expert answering reader questions.
Cruise Critic's Carolyn Spencer Brown helped a TimesOnline reader find the best way to get to California -- by a cruise ship.
Published 4 September, 2008
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Revealed: The UK's Top Ten New Cruise Ships
TravelMail looked to Cruise Critic for the top ten new ships over the past year.
Listing the top ten ships, the U.K.'s TravelMail reported: "So which boats are best? We've consulted leading online cruise review and news site CruiseCritic.co.uk about the best new cruise ships for British travellers."
Published 1 September, 2008
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Georgia Conflict May Impact Black Sea Cruises
Real Travel Magazine calls on Cruise Critic for advice on the Georgia conflict.
Looking at the impact on travel to the region, Real Travel Magazine quoted Cruise Critic Editor in Chief, Carolyn Spencer Brown: "The Black Sea is a popular cruise area with some 20 cruise lines operating there during the peak season. Although Georgia only has one principal cruise port there is a risk that any continuing unrest between Russia and Georgia could affect cruises operating throughout the Black Sea. Cruise lines are understandably concerned and keeping a close watch on developments."
Published 13 August, 2008
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10 Travel Websites to Watch: July
TimesOnline selects Cruise Critic U.K.’s new luxury section as one of the
"10 Travel Websites to Watch: July."
The U.K.'s TimesOnline highlighted Cruise Critic U.K.'s new luxury micro-site as one of the top 10 travel websites to watch out for. "To some people any cruise is luxury, but to the discerning cruise-philes at cruisecritic.co.uk, some cruises are in a class of their own – and now a section of their own too." The site also highlighted: "It’s easy to navigate and rich in content, offering reviews, forums, features written by specialist cruise journalists, deals, and itineraries from a selection of luxury cruise operators."
Published 30 June, 2008
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Cruising Best for Romance
TravelMail, part of the U.K.'s Daily Mail, reports on Cruise Critic's romance survey.
TravelMail looks if true romance at sea still exists... "A new survey conducted by cruisecritic.co.uk seems to confirm that it does. Over half (52%) of the people who took part believe that cruising is the best romantic option and 56% believe that it is an ideal way to celebrate a significant anniversary."
Published 30 June, 2008
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Cruise Critic's Luxury Channel
Travolution covers the launch of Cruise Critic's luxury microsite.
Talking about Cruise Critic's luxury channel, Travolution said: "The microsite comprises five distinct areas including forums for consumers to interact with one another, deals with a selection of the best offers available daily and itineraries.
The service also includes destination features and port profiles."
Published 17 June, 2008
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Ask Our Expert: Bookings on Foreign Websites
Cruise Critic's Editor in Chief is the TimesOnline's resident cruise expert answering reader questions.
Cruise Critic's Carolyn Spencer Brown helped out TimesOnline reader Kelly Arnold with a question about booking a cruise with an overseas cruise operator or agent.
Published 13 June, 2008
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The Ultimate Guide to Travel Web Sites
Conde Nast Traveler selects Cruise Critic as
"Best Travel Web Site for Cruise Reviews."
Conde Nast Traveler magazine tested hundreds of travel Web sites to "reveal the best online sources." Conde Nast Traveler said about Cruise Critic: "WHY WE LIKE IT: Everything you need to know before setting sail. Cruise Critic provides lengthy, detailed comments sorted by destinations, homeports, themes and interests, cruise lines, and even by ship."
Published March 2008
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Survey Identifies Concerns of Cruise "Virgins"
Online travel community TravelMole highlights the results of a Cruise Critic poll.
"Nearly a third of cruise 'virgins' would be prompted by a special deal to take a cruise, according to a survey by Cruise Critic. A poll by the online interactive consumer cruise site, which launched a UK dedicated portal this week, found 29 percent of people who had never taken a cruise would be tempted by a bargain."
Published 8 January, 2008
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CruiseCritic Launches U.K. Site
Travolution, the U.K.'s leading business magazine, Web site, blog and events provider for the online travel market, covers the launch of cruisecritic.co.uk.
"CruiseCritic.co.uk will be the first country site created to run alongside the original dot-com, which launched in 1995 as one of the Web's first cruise review portals ... CruiseCritic editor-in-chief, Carolyn Spencer Brown, said: 'The British have a long tradition of cruising, as many great ships and shipping lines have British origins. Recently, the British cruise market has experienced an unprecedented boom, as younger, less traditional and more active travellers are discovering the advantages of cruising as a holiday choice.'"
Published 8 January, 2008
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Cruise Critic Opens in U.K.
The Travel Trade Gazette (online edition) announces the launch of Cruise Critic's U.K. site.
"The site is similar to the U.S. version, including ship reviews, port profiles, cruise news and features. There is also a forum for users to chat about cruising. Companies currently advertising on the site include Island Cruises and Oceania Cruises, and there is a page dedicated to deals."
Published 2 January, 2008
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Cruise Critic Web Site to Launch in U.K. in January
Charlotte Walsh from Travel Trade Gazette (online edition) writes about Cruise Critic's U.K. site launch, and its potential imp
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