Cruise Articles -
An Insider’s Guide to Cruising
We have been in the Cruise Industry for over 30 years... actually
if you combine our experience... it's 100 years! I guess you could
call us Cruise Vacation Experts!
Our experience in cruise vacations comes from working for major
cruise lines as well as working with travel agencies to promote
cruising, working with travel agents and in direct vacation travel
-- advising friends and clients on the best cruises for them.
What does all that mean?
It means we've sailed on those ships; we've explored them, critiqued
them, and gotten to know their crews.
It means that we've been to the destinations all around the world.
It means, not only do we have our own stories; we have stories
from cruisers around the world that we've helped take their dream
cruise.
We've been part of the evolution... some would say the revolution
that has made cruising what it is today. We've seen cruise ships
go from old time ocean liners to the fabulous large ships and the
small cozy boutique ships of today. The size of the ship and the
amenities you can expect have changed to meet the times and the
destinations people want to go to now. Like where?
The most popular and most traditional....
- Alaska
- The Caribbean
- The Panama Canal
- The Mexican Riviera
What about more intimate or new destinations? How about...
- The
Mediterranean
- Antarctica
- Small Caribbean Islands
- Norwegian Fjords
- Chilean Fjords
The lists go on and on. We've been there to see it all along the
way.
Our motivation to share this guide comes from the absolute passion
we have for cruising... the ships, the packages and the new and
wonderful destinations around the world. We want to help as many
people as possible enjoy the wonderful vacation opportunity that
is......
CRUISING!
Everyday, more and more people discover cruising. The all inclusive
pleasures of a cruise vacation with no worries about where or what
to eat, where you're going to sleep, how you're going to get to
the next city.
And who cruises?
- Singles
- Honeymooners
- Couples
- Families
- Groups of friends
- Anyone who wants to sail away on the vacation of their lives......
with no worries!
The number of people who choose to cruise grows as the cruise
companies learn what YOU want, and bring more ships and destinations
online for YOU to enjoy. According to "industry statistics",
last year alone, just under than 11 million people enjoyed cruise
vacations. Cruise lines are gearing up for YOU.... billions of
dollars in new ships are coming.
There are 9 new ships to be delivered in 2008 and, there are another
40 more new cruise ships under construction or on order for deliveries
through 2012! That represents 98,754 beds with an estimated building
value of approximately US$22 billion!
The coming ships range in size from small intimate luxury vessels
with just 400 passengers to the Royal Caribbean Cruises “Genesis” project
at about 220,000 tons and 5400 passengers!
What does all that mean? Simple, the vacation ship of
your dreams is out there!
Almost 90% of the travelers have never been on a cruise vacation.
Five times as many people go to Disney World or Las Vegas every
year than take a cruise.
And Why? I think it's because of all the negative myths that abound
about cruising. I'm here to tell you they ARE just myths. You've
heard them.... maybe you've even thought about these yourself.
But let me turn them around because as you read on through this
book I'm going to show you that....
- Cruising is NOT expensive! Not when you factor in the meals,
the entertainment and sights and the hassle free travel.
- You'll be so busy on board these ships all day you can't be
bored.
- There is such a wide variety of activities that there is no
regimentation.
- On some ships you have to dress up, but on others you can be
casual.... you choose. You tailor make your vacation.
Now as to that complaint “I'll get seasick”.... well,
depends on where you cruise. To Antarctica maybe, but probably
not in the Caribbean. And don't worry; there are a variety of ways
to deal with any possible motion discomfort.
I’m sure some of these myths keep people from even investigating
cruises as holiday options.... If you're unsure about a cruise,
I’m here to prove that you should do yourself a favor and
take a close look.
So read on...
You DO need good advice so you'll choose the right destination
and the right ship. We'll give you that advice.
You DO need to
know EXACTLY what you're buying with no built in surprises; we'll
show you how to choose.
Ships are different, amenities are different, rooms are different,
food services are different across the many cruise lines available
to you. If you do your homework right, I guarantee this will be
the best vacation you've ever experienced.
How can I say that? I've seen it happen over and over. Cruise
vacations enjoy a very high "repeat factor". More industry
jargon... it shows that over 90% of first time cruisers come back
and cruise over and over again.
This little book will help you do your homework. We'll show you
how to choose that first cruise... And once you take it, we bet
you'll be cruising over and over again too! Take it from a Cruise
Vacation Expert.... you might just become a Cruise Evangelist.
I
hope you enjoy these rticles as much as I did writing them and
I hope you find it informative and useful.
If you have any questions, please contact me and I will do
my best to help you.
Bon Voyage!
Paul
Cruise4U.co.uk
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This Guide to Cruising is being updated regularly - Please bookmark this page
and come back again for the next 'chapter'
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Introduction
to this Cruising Guide ...
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How
much more you can enjoy a cruise compared to a 'land' based holiday ...
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How
to research a cruise holiday
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Types
of Cruise Ship Accommodation
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What
Part of the Ship Should You Choose For Your Cabin?
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How
to choose your cruise cabin
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Choosing
and Booking your Cruise Part
1 and Part 2
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Should
I book my Cruise through a Travel Agent?
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Cruises - FAQs ... Answers
to frequently asked questions on Cruise Holidays
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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 ...
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Cruise
Destinations - Caribbean Cruises
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Cruise
Destinations - Alaska Cruises
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Cruise
Destinations - Hawaii Cruises
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Cruise
Destinations - Mexican Riviera Cruises
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Choosing
the right kind of cruise ship for your kind of holiday
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What
kind of cruise traveler are you?
- Next ...Singles Cruising
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