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If It’s Important To You, Get It In Writing
Some of the cruise lines are famous for telling passengers one thing one time and then something else later. Usually, the issues where there are inconsistencies are generally minor, but my advise to passengers is: If an issue is important to you, get your answer in writing from the cruise line employee [...]
Know What Extras You Are Getting When You Book A Suite
Many cruise lines are now offering extra service and amenities with their suites and upgraded class of rooms. However, some passengers may believe that because they have paid for a suite they are entitled to much more than the extra space and cruise lines promised amenities. In general, booking a suite entitles [...]
Nickelodean Cruise - A Family Cruise Definitely Not for the Newlywed or Nearly Dead
(I write this article as my own two kids are tuned into one of their favorite “Nick” shows “Fairly Odd Parents.”)
Have you ever heard the expression that “Cruises are for the Newlywed or Nearly Dead”. I just read about the first ever Nickelodeon Family Cruise, set for this August 10-17th on Royal Caribbean’s [...]
Travel Agents Provide Needed Insight To Prospective Cruisers
Yet another reason to book your cruise through a knowledgeable travel agent: Insight into what you might expect on your prospective cruise. With the ease of booking over the internet, many cruisers are now skipping the middle man and booking their cruises directly. However, a travel agent can provide cruisers with more insight [...]
Is A Balcony Worth The Extra Cost For A Transatlantic Cruise?
We are starting to look at booking another cruise and now I’m faced with a big decision: Do I pay extra for a Balcony on a transatlantic cruise in the Winter. We’ve had a balcony of two of the last three cruise we’ve sailed, but we have not yet had to pay [...]
Remember That Your Cruise Cost Is Not “All Inclusive”
I was browsing the net today and I saw a scathing review of Carnival Cruise cruise line. The poster said that he couldn’t believe that he would be charged an extra $50 for dining room service and room cleaning. He felt that is was an exorbitant charge, especially since he was [...]
A Stress Free Guide for Formal Night
One of the biggest concerns I hear about cruising is the worry about formal night. In our mostly casual society, the idea of dressing up can be rather intimidating to some so here are a few tips to keep your formal nights stress free.
Ladies, You don’t have to spend a fortune on [...]
Comments on the Recent Sinking Explorer Ship
Wow, this has been quite a year for sinking ships! First, the Sea Diamond sinks off Santorini, Greece when the captain hit some rocks under water, and then the Explorer, operated by GAP tours, sink off of Antarctica. Two French passengers are still reported as missing from the Sea Diamond and [...]
Traveler’s Medical Insurance When Cruising! Do I Really Need It?
People often ask “Do I really need to get that traveler’s medical insurance when I go cruising”? My answer is a definite yes. I was reminded of this when saw this article today at NBC San Diego
Unfortunately, though the facilities have greatly improved over the last 25 years, cruise ships [...]
Five Real Tips For First Time Cruisers From A Real Cruiser.
I ran across this article titled “Five Tips for First Time Cruisers” and as an experienced cruiser I wasn’t expecting it to tell me things I didn’t know, but I was hoping that it might provide some real insight to the potential first time cruiser. I thought I’d provide some additional thoughts by [...]
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