Are
You Ready to Research YOUR Cruise?
Since you're reading this, I'm assuming you're already
interested in experiencing a wonderful vacation aboard a cruise
ship. If you're reading this and are not convinced a cruise
vacation is for you, please check out the section on Frequently
Asked Questions about cruising. I’m sure these will help
with your decision.
The focus of the following information is to provide you with
the tools and information that will allow you to confidently
arrange your cruise vacation. You'll know that all your ducks
(or sea gulls) are in the right row and that you've selected
and booked (jargon for purchased) the right cruise for you.
I'll define the jargon used in the travel industry so you understand
what Travel Agents and/or Internet Agents are saying to you.
I'll provide you with a solid understanding about
- Ship layout
- Stateroom (cabin) categories
- Pricing scenarios
- Best seasons to travel.
I'll describe what you can expect from the time you book your
air and cruise to the time you arrive home again. I intend to
give you all the ammunition you need to negotiate the best fares
possible for YOUR cruise vacation.
Armed with this information, you'll understand clearly that
it's "not what you save that counts -- it's what you get
for what you pay"! Cruising is all about value... but that
value must give you what YOU need and want... or it won't matter
what you save. Buying the $299.00 cruise just because it is $299.00
is no bargain if you wanted a romantic cruise, but got in with
the Spring Break/Party crowd.
This guide is not about destination – I’ll get to
that in a later volume. You can take a cruise anywhere -- to
all seven continents. It's up to you to pick a destination that
tickles YOUR fancy and imagination.
YOU choose:
Alaska, Hawaii, the East Coast Inland Waterway or the Wine Country
of California
Mexican Riviera or the Caribbean (Eastern, Western or Southern)
The Mediterranean, the Rivers of Europe, or the Fjords of Norway
The South Pacific, Australia or New Zealand
The Chilean Fjords or the Amazon
Antarctica
The basics of cruising apply to all destinations. Colder climates
may negate the desire for a private balcony but we’ll get
that in a later volume. Once you have an itinerary in mind, your
booking agent will advise you of the cruise lines and ships that
travel to YOUR destination and meet YOUR needs. What follows
will provide you with enough information to plan your perfect
dream vacation at sea.
If you're ready to get started, let's go look at where you'll "live" during
your cruise... your stateroom.....
Next ... Cruise
ship accommodation
This Guide to Cruising is being updated regularly - Please bookmark this page
and come back again for the next 'chapter'
-
Introduction
to this Cruising Guide ...
-
How
much more you can enjoy a cruise compared to a 'land' based holiday
...
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How
to research a cruise holiday
-
Types
of Cruise Ship Accommodation
-
What
Part of the Ship Should You Choose For Your Cabin?
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How
to choose your cruise cabin
-
Choosing
and Booking your Cuise Part
1 and Part 2
-
Should
I book my Cruise through a Travel Agent?
-
Cruises - FAQs ... Answers
to frequently asked questions on Cruise Holidays
-
Your Cruise Checklist ... Things to consider when choosing your cruise
...
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So what do all those sailing terms mean?
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How to Choose a Cruising Holiday - What different Itineraries mean ...
- Next: WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO?
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