Cruise Ships

With the invention of modern day jetliners many thought that passenger ships were doomed and would go the way of train travel as more people chose the fast travel times that flying offered.But passenger ships are more popular than ever and the cruise industry is seeing record growth rates. In fact, cruising is so popular that cruise companies are building larger more luxurious cruise ships in a    .. more …

Carnival Splendor will be the first of the completely new class of Carnival Cruise Lines ships. The ship is being built in Fincantieri, Italy and is going to be launched in 2008.The ship will be a little bigger than Carnival’s previous Triumph-class cruise ships. With 112,000 tons of tonnage, Carnival Splendor will be the biggest ships in CCL service, though Destiny-class ships can take three    .. more …

There are many cruise ships now that have Freestyle Dining (Norwegian Cruises) or Choice Dining (Prince Cruise line) available. Or on Disney Cruise Lines they have what is called “Rotational Dining”. They have you and your tablemates rotate through the three restaurants each evening.TIP: There is usually open seating for breakfast and lunch in the main dining room. Be adventurous with the menu    .. more …

Cruise lines will be welcoming merry travelers like never before this holiday season. Whether they celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanza, guests of all faiths will feel right at home on the high seas.Holiday spiritCruise lines do things in more than their usually fine style during the holiday season. Many spend thousands of dollars transforming their ships into Yuletide fun palaces, with huge    .. more …

The food on board a cruise ship is an often misunderstood aspect of your cruise holiday. It is true that the dining room has a dress code, but there are other options. It is true that the dining room portions are small, but you can order as many as you want.How is the food on a cruise ship?In a word, awesome! Cruise ship cuisine is as good as almost any five -star restaurant. At each dinner, you    .. more …

Are you interested in planning a cruise ship vacation, but perhaps you’re not quite sure where to start? Not a problem! I will be more than happy to assist you with that!Let’s explore three of the top cruise lines in the United States which are Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line and Princess Cruise Line. First, let’s start with more information about the Carnival Cruise Line.    .. more …

Witch costumes touch an ordinary gathering with magic. Witches are often associated with darkness and evil and hence, the lady in the witch’s dress may end up looking wicked and harsh. Usually, it is during theme parties and Halloween that a witch’s costume is brought out to be worn. These days, these costumes are becoming quite the vogue and can be easily picked up online at low costs. Couples    .. more …

Who are the people whom you refer to when you plan a pleasure trip with your loves ones on the ship? Whom do you contact to know and compare the prices of various voyage packages? Who are the people whom you contact when you need to make sure that your safety is ensured? Well, the answer to all these questions is “cruise lines”!CRUISE LINE-WHO?A corporation or an organization which operates cruise    .. more …

Traveling on a cruise ship is becoming more and more popular, many people are beginning to see the benefits of cruising. This article is going to discuss the reasons why you should consider booking a cruise instead of trying to schedule your own trip on land.The biggest advantage to traveling on a cruise ship lies in the fact that it is a one stop shop. Here is everything that is included:Cruises    .. more …

Professional Princess parties are expensive. A visit from a princess runs about $195+ for 90 minutes of interaction and renting costumes for the princesses attending run about $15 each with a damage deposit ranging from $35 to $75 depending the the value of the costumes.While there’s no doubt that hiring someone takes away a lot of the planning, if it’s not in your budget, or you want more    .. more …

A Mediterranean cruise is a dream honeymoon for many a couple, but many couples simply assume that such a dream is beyond their means. It is easy to see why people think this, especially since the cost of the wedding itself today is so high. Many couples feel there is simply not enough money left for a great honeymoon.If a luxurious Mediterranean cruise is your dream, do not despair. Such a cruise    .. more …

Mike and Gina want to have a memorable honeymoon.They live on a budget but they can’t think of any extraordinary place where they can have the time of their lives together. Unexpectedly, Mike’s friend from work offered him a travel membership club for only $1300. He is hesitant at first. Yet, upon seeing that discount travel on Carnival Cruise Lines is included in the package, he immediately    .. more …

Princess Cruises offer their passengers the chance to escape in a world of luxury to discover exciting cultures and breathtaking sights on their top super liners. You can relax or live the high life according to your mood.The brand ‘Princess Cruises’ became famous when it starred in the television series ‘Love Boat’. It is now part of Carnival PLC and one of the principal cruise lines in the    .. more …

Love the good life? Then why not imagine yourself standing at the upper deck holding that wine on one hand and the other checking out the rails of the yachts. Or perhaps checking out what the Jacuzzi on the sun deck can offer while waiting for the sun to set down? If these scenarios appeal to you and you want more, then perhaps a weekend getaway through tall ship cruises matches you. These types    .. more …