Cruises Articles

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Ramzan Ali Tharani @ Friday, 28th November 2008 @ 10:55 AM

Your face is all piled up with endless paper works. You are enmeshed and all caught up in you own little pressure cooker frenzy as you choose to chase after deadlines , attending to corporate meetings, getting messed up with your usual household chores and seeing school as a garrison that tortures you in the most possible way. You hurdle the daily demands of the corporate and domestic life. Yes, I may be talking about being stressed and all burned out from the usual things you do. more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Ramzan Ali Tharani @ Friday, 28th November 2008 @ 10:44 AM

There are a lot of ways to get good deals for less online, and sometimes the only thing that you need to do is know where to look. Doing a web search is the first thing that you can do since a lot of cruise packages are being advertised online. Some people opt to choose cruises that are off-season. Usually the rates are much lower although you will often have a fewer choices of destinations during off-peak seasons. If you already have a destination in mind, find out the off-peak ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By David Brice @ Wednesday, 26th November 2008 @ 6:19 PM

Cruise ship companies are continuing to add ships to their fleets and they are also becoming far more imaginative with the cruise itineraries that they are providing. The Caribbean and Mediterranean are still the most popular cruising destinations, but there is now a large range of exiting cruises that are available around the World. This article attempts to give you some inspiration on where you should think about taking your next cruise holiday. South America can offer a huge ra... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Scott Russell @ Wednesday, 26th November 2008 @ 9:59 AM

The Mendenhall Glacier, located in Juneau Alaska, is absolutely unique: it is the only glacier situated inside the city limits of an American municipality. It is also the most popular Juneau rourist attraction for visitors to Alaska's capital, especially those arriving on Alaska cruises. Motor coaches depart from cruise port in downtown Juneau for Mendenhall all day long on the half hour. If you arrive in Juneau on and Alaskan cruise ship, look for the buses labeled "Mendenhal... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Scott Russell @ Saturday, 22nd November 2008 @ 1:19 PM

A cruise in Alaska is an absolutely amazing experience. You might have spoken to friends or relatives who have taken Alaska cruises, and the odds are they raved about the experience. So just what is it that makes a cruise in Alaska such a special experience? Well, in the first place, the scenery is really, truly spectacular. The glaciers are amazing, vast rivers of ice that continually break off into huge chunks, which plunge into the waters below. Then there are the breathtakin... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Stephen Dolan @ Thursday, 20th November 2008 @ 11:34 PM

For many people, a cruise is the ultimate example of a luxurious vacation, with a week or two spent enjoying comfortable accommodations, sun, and sand. While onboard your Caribbean cruise ship, you will enjoy the luxury and service that is comparable to a five-star hotel. Even if your state room is a bit small, sleeping is all you will find time to do in it, because activities and recreation are abounding on these modern day resorts on the water. Caribbean Destinations One of the b... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Ramzan Ali Tharani @ Thursday, 20th November 2008 @ 3:19 PM

Carnival Cruise Line is the world's largest and most popular cruise line with twenty-one "Fun Ships" travelling via special and affordable roundtrip tours from three to seventeen days to the Eastern, Southern, and Western Caribbean among five other picturesque foreign destinations. Possessing a festive-yet-casual reputation, Carnival offers multiple choices in dining, entertainment and activity. Each Fun Ship has at least three swimming pools, a full gambling casino, on-board duty ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Scott Russell @ Monday, 17th November 2008 @ 1:25 AM

Cruising to Alaska and the amazing Inside Passage is becoming more popular every year, and Alaska cruise bookings have really been surging over the past few years. No matter who you talk to that has taken an Alaskan cruise, everyone seems to have absolutely loved their trip to this region. In fact, any of the people I've spoken with have told me that their Alaska cruise was the best vacation they ever took. What is everybody so excited about? What is it about Alaska that mak... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Jamie Jefferson @ Friday, 24th October 2008 @ 12:05 PM

Cruising is one of the best ways to spend your vacation, but it often comes at a steep price. Still, if you know a few secrets, you won't have to pay a whole lot to enjoy a trip to your favorite exotic locale. Use the following tips to get a great deal on the cruise you've been looking for. There are several different ways that you can save when you are booking. Any one of these options will save you money on your overall cruise costs. 1. First, you can save money by booking... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Amy Nutt @ Wednesday, 22nd October 2008 @ 10:40 AM

Able to accommodate 50 to 600 people, a Toronto boat cruise is a luxurious venue that can be the perfect backdrop for any special occasion. Fantastic Toronto Harbor views are absolutely captivating and can set a wonderful mood that you and your guest will recall for a lifetime. What may come as a surprise to most is that a Toronto cruise is no more or less expensive than most traditional venues - in some cases, it can cost much less. Even so, people may shy away from renting a y... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Amy Nutt @ Monday, 20th October 2008 @ 8:23 AM

Whether setting out from Queens Quay West or heading towards the Toronto Islands, fantabulous Toronto dinner cruises can be great places to hold any event. Waterfront based Toronto boat cruises can also offer wonderful picturesque peeks of famed harbor views that are unparalleled and second to none. If you or someone you know is interested in embarking on a Toronto cruise, then you can look into the various types of yachts and the themes available for your special event. Types of ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Kay Brown @ Friday, 17th October 2008 @ 4:38 PM

As a fun alternative to the standard single area, land based vacation; Caribbean cruises are becoming ever more popular, especially with the younger crowd. The Caribbean islands should be on everyone's list with their clear tropical water and clean sandy white beaches. There is guaranteed to be a package to suit you depending your needs and how much you can spend. It can be a short weekend excursion or 14 days of fun filled adventure on board a luxury ocean cruise ship. Everyone on... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Lars Rohde @ Monday, 13th October 2008 @ 7:15 PM

Experienced cruise travelers insist that vacationing aboard a luxury cruise ship is a unique experience and cannot be easily compared to any other type of travel. You can imagine the unique sensations you would have as you stand on the deck of an enormous cruise liner and take in sweeping views on all sides, enjoying the shimmering seas and the gorgeous beaches spreading along your journey. One of the best ways to assure that you can enjoy such wonders is by joining the Celebrity Cruises line fo... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Cindy Heller @ Monday, 13th October 2008 @ 2:05 PM

If you are thinking about going for a short vacation, there are many options you can consider and one of them is Caribbean Cruise. There are many things to consider when taking a Caribbean Cruise and in this article, I will discuss some of the issue that you should take note. The Eastern Caribbean has many historic islands with endless stretches of beautiful beaches. The western Caribbean is which one can explore ancient Mayan ruins as you venture into the Yucatan peninsula. The Southern ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Cindy Heller @ Friday, 10th October 2008 @ 9:29 AM

There are 2 main reasons for an employee incentive program. You would want to reward your good performers. You would also want to motivate the whole team and to prevent premature burnout. According to studies, all workers will hit a plateau in their work performance occasionally. When productivity drops, it is time to intervene and perk up the team. A cruise holiday is one of the best ways to reward your staff. It is also becoming very popular as a mean for teambuilding and for a management retr... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Cindy Heller @ Friday, 10th October 2008 @ 9:28 AM

A Caribbean cruise vacation would be the ideal way to relax and rejuvenate oneself. Or to spend quality time with family and love one. All too often, the seemingly perfect vacation can quickly turn into disaster as unexpected problems crop up or somebody's expectation is not met. The Caribbean seas offer a variety of scenery, cultural experience, fun and excitement. It is a favorite area for many cruise vacationers. The combination of the sunny climes, beautiful white sandy beaches a... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Cindy Heller @ Friday, 10th October 2008 @ 9:04 AM

The best part of a cruise vacation is being able to relax because almost everything is planned for you. Imagine being pampered with 5 star service with all sorts of entertainment and recreational facilities available. Plus the thrill of visiting interesting tourist destinations. No worry about food for those with special diet need, the children or the plain choosy eaters. All these details are thoroughly studied and catered for by the cruise lines. Some cruise ships have enough restaurants and e... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Lance Thorington @ Tuesday, 7th October 2008 @ 9:32 PM

Cruises to Alaska are wonderful, but they it can quickly become one of the most expensive vacations you have ever taken. What if I told you that there was a way to find cheap Alaskan cruises? Would you be interested in finding out how? I bet you would, so read on to find out how you can book a cheap Alaskan cruise. So, are you ready for your vacation without making a deep hole into your wallet? The best tip to save on such expensive cruises is to be flexible in time. If you have a flexibl... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Amy Nutt @ Monday, 6th October 2008 @ 11:51 PM

Retirement is something that comes around once in a lifetime and you should definitely enjoy it. The best way to say adios to your career is to put on the celebration of a lifetime and what better way to do this than hold your retirement party on a chartered cruise? Chartered cruises are usually far more affordable than most people think and they provide the ability to enjoy amazing scenery and luxury settings while celebrating. It's a good idea to check with various chartered cruise... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Cruises | By Nick Nikolis @ Saturday, 4th October 2008 @ 1:41 PM

If you have never taken a cruise before, here are tips that will make your trip more enjoyable, less frantic and organized. Lately, there are more requirements that cruise lines require like completing immigration information before the cruise. It is important that you have two ID forms. You must either have a travel passport or a birth certificate. You must also carry a photo ID like a driver's license. Print these papers after you have made a final payment and take them with you wh... more...