How to Choose the Best Cruise Destination
By: Susan Gerle There are so many choices of destinations and cruise lines for cruising these days. It is no longer just a way for seniors to travel either. Young couples or singles and even families are opting for this type of vacation now. Deciding on a length and destination for the cruise is probably the most difficult choice. I look at the number of days I want to travel first of all. I have done 4-day, 7-day, and 10-day cruises. There are also much longer cruises available for those travelers who really enjoy life on the water and have the time to do it. All major cruise lines offer every imaginable amenity on their ships now. If you live inland, you have to consider what port you want to begin your cruise. In North America the majority of cruises sail...
Read MoreWhat to Pack for a Mediterranean Cruise Vacation
By: Adrianne Duthie When one thinks about a Mediterranean cruise the first word that comes to mind is ‘relaxation’. Sitting by the pool, enjoying a good book and a frozen daiquiri while slowing drifting by the ancient isles of the Mediterranean Sea sounds like the very definition of the phrase. However, the preparation for a cruise vacation, and most particularly, the packing is anything but relaxing. I know firsthand how stressful it can be, so I thought I’d share some of my own experience to help make your preparation go a little more smoothly. Start packing early This is the most valuable tip I can give you, and one that I cannot stress enough. The last thing you want to be doing is scrambling around, trying to get stuff organized for your...
Read MoreHow to Get the Best Discount Deals on Cheap European Cruises
By: Brad Sutherland A cheap European cruise – that phrase sounds like an oxymoron on par with phrases like “jumbo shrimp” or “gourmet pizza”. Yes, cruises to this region are for the most part, far from cheap. However, cheap is not an absolute term, but rather a relative one. Anything you can find at a discount off its regular price can be described thus, and the purpose of this article is to help you find the best European cruise discounts available. Anyone who has spent some time traveling Europe knows that costs can quickly add up on a vacation. Add to that the fact that cruising certainly isn’t the most budget-friendly form of travel and you’ve got a recipe for a wallet straining holiday. While it’s true that cruise passengers might not be...
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