Cruise Ships

Have you been thinking about going on a cruise? Every year many people consider a cruise vacation. The number keeps increasing each year. If you have never cruised, you may be curious about facilities, services and activities aboard a cruise ship. Activities on board cruise ships will vary from cruise line to cruise line as well as individual ships within cruise lines. But many ships do have a    .. more …

If you are taking your family for a summer vacation, you must make certain decisions along with it. Decide on your vacation destination, what is your traveling method and how much is your budget for the entire pleasure trip.Research and inquire about destinations with travel and accommodation packages. You will save a lot if you are able to avail of these great offers. You can get discounts from    .. more …

Having worked at Atigun Pass, the highest point on the Trans Alaska pipeline, this gentleman rather likes the snow and cold. So this gentleman, a retired civil engineer, shivered with delight upon hearing about the plan that the local university’s alumni association was brewing up, specifically about an Antarctic expedition. This was indeed a great plan. Antarctica, holding the title of being the    .. more …

People who may not be as engaged in what is happening may see the mud and rocks in the plastic vials and bags as trash. It was in the Larsen Ice Shelf in Antarctica where these were found and they will surely keep the scientists very busy. Mud can be the source for a lot of information, as mentioned by a college senior. Funds were given by the National Science Foundation and so this college senior    .. more …

The semester is over, final exams are behind you now, and it’s time to go find someplace warm for a week or two. There are the usual places to escape to, places like Cancun or the Bahamas or maybe most any of the 7000 Caribbean islands look attractive to you. Most likely the determining factor will have to do with your budget. These places are expensive but as they say, if you have to ask how much    .. more …

Yangtze river cruises are very popular in China. If you have decided to try a Yangtze River cruise, remember: do not overlook these tips to make the planning. 1 local ferry China are cheap local ferries from 500 RMB to “First Class” cabin 1200RMB per person, but is still paying a “first class” ticket, you expect nothing but disappointment. There are some risks of taking a local ferry: No    .. more …

If you are thinking of going on a cruise, Yangtze River cruises is probably the most popular choice. It will be an unforgettable experience, you could even make new friends. Arrive at your destination after your cruise, is a highlight. But we must also know how to get the best cruise possible, here are some tips to help you on the road. The first thing you have to do is decide which cruise line    .. more …

How to Pack for a Yangtze cruise With the growing popularity of the cruises of the Yangtze, many asking for advice after he decided that a Yangtze cruise vacation is part of China. Given that the Yangtze cruise is very different from transatlantic cruise and half are 3 or 4 nights Secure your travel documents. Gather your cruise voucher, flight itinerary, passports, prescriptions, insurance card    .. more …

When I was young, yes I know I’m still young, but I’m talking about REALLY young, I worked on cruise ships.I spent almost a year cruising the Caribbean as a photographer; shooting, printing (in the days before digital) and selling photographs of families, couples and fine young things out for a good time and the four ‘s’ words, sun, sea, shopping and s…let’s just say love!The sun shines most    .. more …

Most people would like to spend a vacation on a cruise but the cost can be a powerful deterrent unless you take advantage of last minute cruises. Such deals are available only once in a while but they can prove to be a real bonanza for you. The best way to economize on cruise vacations is to either book very early because you might get sizable early bird discounts or to wait till the last moment    .. more …