Should Performance Reviews Be Fired?

David Insler, a senior vice president at New York-based Sibson Consulting, estimates that only about 35% to 40% of companies do performance reviews well. View full post on Today’s Cruise News

In Milestone, Industry Giant Carnival Corp. Welcomes 100th Ship – USATODAY

Industry leader Carnival Corp. took delivery of the 3,690-passenger Carnival Magic today. View full post on Today’s Cruise News

Cruisers in Victoria Face Delays As Taxi Feud Continues – USATODAY

Taxi drivers say they’ll continue a boycott of cruise ships until they win lower fees. View full post on Today’s Cruise News

Cunard Line Prepares for Royal Wedding Celebrations at Sea

Officers and crew of flagship Queen Mary 2 make final preparations before departing New York on first Transatlantic Crossing of the season View full post on Today’s Cruise News

Royal Caribbean Reports First Quarter Results and Updates 2011 Guidance

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE, OSE: RCL) announced better than expected first quarter results and updated guidance for the remainder of 2011. View full post on Today’s Cruise News

Carnival Cruise Lines Takes Delivery of New 130,000-Ton Carnival Magic

New 3,690-Passenger Vessel is 100th Cruise Ship in Carnival Corporation & plc’s Fleet View full post on Today’s Cruise News

What Every Cruiser Should Know Before They Book – USATODAY

If you purchase travel products through U.S.-based providers, you’re afforded certain consumer protections. When it comes to cruises, you’re … View full post on Today’s Cruise News

Canaveral Awards $60 Million for New Cruise Terminal & Visitors Center

During its April Board meeting, the Canaveral Port Authority Commission approved more than $60 million in construction projects, including the building of a new cruise terminal by summer of 2012, and the design of the Canaveral Cove Welcome Center, targeted for opening in 2013. View full post on Today’s Cruise News

International Visa Cardholders Increased Tourism Spend in the U.S. by 18 Percent in 2010

U.S. Visa Cardholders Increased International Travel Spend by six percent in 2010 View full post on Today’s Cruise News

Royal Caribbean Receives Top Recognition From Seatrade for Leadership Program

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. received recognition for its shipboard "Building On Talent" leadership development program during this year’s Seatrade Awards Ceremonial Dinner. View full post on Today’s Cruise News