Getting A Last Chance Deal With Ocean Village Cruises

You could say Ocean Village Cruises was Carnival Group's experiment. Launching in 2003, Ocean Village fancied itself as "cruises for people who don't do cruises" or "cruising gone casual." Their target market was the young, the "dress down" on Friday crowd, the former hostel backpackers, the light packers and the people who love the idea of 24/7 buffets more than fancy balls.

Unfortunately, Carnival has announced they will cease operations in the summer of 2010 to "maximize performance from their other assets." Despite this bad news, passengers who act quickly may be able to score some terrific end-of-the-road deals.

Activities are plentiful aboard Ocean Village Cruises. Open air circuses and laser light shows are popular on deck at night, while the two pools and ocean-view gym are popular hangouts during the day.

You can play Blackjack or Roulette in the casino, watch a Robbie Williams or Rod Stewart tribute musical performance, learn how to juggle at the circus workshop, catch stand-up comedy at Connexions Bar or buy shiny trinkets at the art auction.

Of course, the Mediterranean cruise ship is just the start of your adventures. A number of exciting port stops are centered on beach activities, thriving nightlife and adventurous pursuits for the young or the young-at-heart!

On Ocean Village Cruises, you can have your flights included with your Eastern/Western Mediterranean cruise or Caribbean cruise if you'd like. The following items are included in your cruise cost: cabin accommodation, all meals, all tips, all entertainment, child Youth Team activities, overseas port taxes, transfers between airport/ship and transfers from ship to shore.

There are some things that are not included in your price tag as well. You may also want travel insurance, travel from your home to the UK airport, coffee, bar drinks, wine, beer, gift shop purchases, laundry service, spa services, shore tours, internet service, fitness classes, mountain bike rental, casino gaming or rush-administrative fees, so make sure you book within 14 days of departure.

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