Cruise Ships

If you fall into that broad category, your choices will be fewer, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for something you don’t want. But simply asking “What’s the best ship (or cruise line)?” is kind of like asking “What’s the best beer?”, or “What’s the prettiest color?” The very things that one cruiser likes about a cruise are the things that other cruisers vigorously dislike. The good news    .. more …

Each year, mid way through my annual two week cruise I get that ‘sinking feeling’, I know its fast approaching the end of my time away and that can only mean one thing; I will soon be heading back to reality and back to work with no more than a fading tan and a sprinkling of new freckles as the only evidence I was ever away. You may love to cruise, but realistically, how long do you think you    .. more …

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Although impressive, it is nothing new to hear that growth in the cruising market has been faster than in any other tourism sector, but what is interesting is the metamorphosis that has occured within the industry to cause this trend. Cruising for many years was a formal and often costly experience, with strict etiquette and rules, therefore limiting its availability and appeal to many. It isn’t    .. more …

To keep their customers coming back, the majority of cruise lines now offer some kind of customer loyalty scheme. These vary from each cruise operator and can include future booking discounts, invites to VIP parties, and onboard privileges such as priority embarkation. But is this enough to keep your loyalty? Or are you really looking for cabin upgrades and onboard credit? Here is a summary of    .. more …

Starting life in the late 1960′s the Royal Caribbean now stands as the world’s second largest cruise line and also one of the most popular. It started due to the fact a consortium of Norwegian ship owners wanted to get involved in the rapidly expanding American market and that is exactly what they have done. Its first ship debuted in 1970 and since then they have prided themselves on introducing    .. more …

If you are looking for cruise line that sails around the world, you have a number of options to choose from. Most of them have the best comfort and highest standards among lines. You’ll see that some of the companies are known only in the specific places that they visit the most, whereas others are known all over the world. All of these lines provide such a great experience that you never forget    .. more …

There are many cruise lines that pass through out Australia, Asia, Europe, South America and Mexico and Oceania Cruise is one of these. Seven years ago and precisely in 2002, it introduced luxury cruise ships namely Insignia, Nautica and Regatta that are not that huge but they carry close to seven hundred travelers. These were introduced in order to serve the middle-aged and above folks and the    .. more …

Trying to determine which is the best luxury cruise line is a little like trying to deciding which is the the best Beatles song. It is virtually an impossible task. There are so many good ones, and all offer something a little different that set them apart from the others. With that in mind I have compiled a list of 3 of the best luxury cruise lines operating today. See who made the cut below:    .. more …

It’s January, and many cruise lines are saying “out with the old and in with the new,” retiring older ships and adding new ones to their fleets. Here are some of the vessels that will be making their debuts in 2011:Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas: The Allure of the Seas debuted in December of 2010. With its sister ship the Oasis of the Seas, it is one of the largest cruise ships ever    .. more …

A cruise to the Caribbean is the commonest summer norm for families and friends, lovers, singles or anyone looking forward to a relaxing time at this world-class destination. It is one of those places that those people that desire to get rid of the feelings of suffocation caused by modern life hassles in their homes or at work but lacks enough privacy and support.A well-planned cruise always    .. more …

It used to be that ocean-crossing vessels were the primary means to getting people from place to place at sea. Now they are hardly used and instead replaced with cruise ships. Just like the ocean-crossing vessel, the cruise ship takes its time going across the ocean. Since air travel is so much faster, crossing by water is used more for relaxation and enjoyment rather than as quick transportation.    .. more …

A lot of us are now turning to the helping hand of a cruise when it comes to where we choose to go on holiday. They are growing increasingly popular due to how much they have to offer and the more popular they get the more competition that arises with cruise ship companies. There are now more cruise lines operating than in the past, which means you have to make the decision of which cruise line to    .. more …

Families are one of the fastest growing groups of new cruisers, with more than one million passengers under the age of 18 heading off on a cruise each year. The most important factors in choosing a cruise that will suit your whole family are the facilities onboard, the itinerary of the chosen ship, the cabins, and the dining options. Selecting a cruise line that has a child-friendly, and teen    .. more …

Introducing New YorkNew York was first settled by Europeans at the start of the 17th century, when a Dutch colony named New Amsterdam was set up to process beaver furs. In 1664 the English conquered the colony and renamed it New York. Under the control of the British New York expanded rapidly as a key trading center.Friction between the colonies and the British government led to the Revolutionary    .. more …

Most of us get but one vacation a year. Spending those precious seven to 10 days wisely is a must when the memories sustain us throughout the remainder of the year. A cruise vacation is an exciting time whether you are traveling alone, with a partner or with children. There are a couple of tips you should keep in mind when planning the trip to ensure that you get the most bang for your    .. more …

Most people who book a cruise for the first time (92%) will make their selection based on when they can go and how long they can stay. The second most important factor will be how much it costs. Everything else is dependant on those two items. In 2006, there were 112 different cruise ships operating out of U.S ports transporting about 10 million passengers on some 4,500 cruises. 70% of those 10    .. more …

2008 is an exciting year for cruising with the addition of 8 new cruise ships to the booming market. April ” P&O’s Ventura , MSC Poeisa May ” Independence of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) July ” Carnival Splendor, Ms Eurodam (Holland America) Nov ” Ruby Princess, MSC Fantasia Dec ” Celebrity Solstice Each ship is being built on the promise that it will be bigger and better than its current    .. more …

An all inclusive cruise on a liner could let you see the whole world as well as Western Mediterranean cruises.A person who can work hard for most of the year deserves a luxury exotic break now and again. Your normal mini break away from home probably includes family trips, maybe the odd sporting event or a normal holiday.Sometimes, however, you should consider a special vacation journey to    .. more …

With cruising becoming the most popular type of holiday package it has had to adapt itself and improve on its experiences to become the ultimate in travel and luxury. New breeds of cruise liners have been introduced over the past ten years with facilities expected of 5 star hotels. These new ‘super’ cruise ships are equipped with everything you could think of and then some more!These cruise ships    .. more …