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European River Cruise - A More Affordable Luxury Cruise Vacation

By Harwood E Woodpecker
Cruise holidays have been growing in popularity for the past few years with more and more families looking to take their first family cruise as their annual vacation. Although the cost of many of the cruises is very reasonable for what you receive there is still a large proportion of families who […]

Discovering and Tasting Tuscany…

By Serenella Leoni
A newly arrived person might be struck by the style and panache of the impeccably dressed business men sipping an aperitivo in an urban piazza, by the flair of women’s overall “look” as they hurriedly go about their errands or by the surprising bouquet from a glass of full-bodied, local wine at an […]

Hawaiian Cruise Attractions - 5 of Hawaii’s Top Attractions

By Cameron Porter
Hawaii is a sightseeing paradise. Wherever you turn there is something to see or do, whether it’s on land, on the water or in the air. On your Hawaiian Cruise you will have the possibility to embark on several shore excursions and we have provided a brief overview of some of the major […]

Make This the Year You Take Your Caribbean Cruise Vacation

By Cornelius Frump
When preparing for a Caribbean cruise most people are only thinking about warm weather and sunny beaches. Pack some shorts, some muscle shirts, and some dresses; however also remember to bring along a light jacket and at least one warmer outfit. Even the warm demeanor of the weather can turn quickly. From time […]

Now is Always the Best Time to Go Cruising

By Lawrence Pane
Are you thinking about going cruising but putting it off and putting it off? There will always be compelling reasons to stay ashore. For certain, you will never have absolutely enough money; your boat will never be completely ready; the world will never be at peace. Accept these limitations and go - you […]

The Mysterious Tuscans and How They Live Life

By Serenella Leoni
A true Tuscan is a campanilista - a localist peacock-proud of his or her region, town, village or district! This campanilismo can contribute to the disdain of other, neighboring places and culminates in inter-city soccer matches.
Tuscans tend to remain in the same location throughout their lives Within the distance of just a few […]

The Popular Resorts for Family Vacation

By Nathalie Fiset
Family vacation can be fun if one plans right.
You want to be out in a vacation with your family and what you have decided is to have it in a fine resort with beautiful sceneries and serene surroundings. You browsed the yellow pages. Alas! There are numerous vacation resort spots you can choose […]

Bermuda Cruise

By Manuel Wiggins
A Bermuda cruise can be the perfect vacation - or it could be the perfect way to celebrate some of the most special occasions of your life.
A Bermuda cruise is like a voyage to find one of those forgotten places that seem to stay the same, the more they change. It has something […]

An Alaskan Cruise - The 2 Best Months to Go

By Steve Schulman
Cruising has become one of the most popular ways to vacation today. There are huge choices of packages and itineraries available, so even the most hard to please traveler can find what they want.
One of the most popular cruises recently has been a cruise to Alaska. The reason is kind of obvious. There […]

Coldplay Meets Gumboots on BC’s Summer Festival Stage

by Sue Kernaghan
“It’s magic. You walk through the gates and you feel like you’ve stepped into a different time and place – a mini-city of people, food and music from around the world that appears for three days, and then it’s gone, destined to reappear a year later. We call it Brigadoon.”
That’s how Barbara Chirinos, […]

Hawaiian Golf Cruise - The Ultimate Holiday!

By Cameron Porter
Could you imagine playing a round of golf amongst the palm trees, with endless ocean views from ocean cliffs, a light summer breeze and the sound of waves in the background? Hawaii has some of the best golf courses in the world and what better way to enjoy them then on a dedicated […]

Preparing To Cruise - Pack Light For An Easy Flight

By Mike S Murphy
When you’re off cruising in paradise, the last thing you want to be thinking about is what’s going on back home. I’m a big fan of planning ahead and find that it reduces and pretty removes the stress of getting ready to cruise.
eI know people who get very uptight about leaving their […]

Reasons Why You Should Book A Luxury Cruise Holiday This Year With Your Family

By Harwood E Woodpecker
Luxury cruise holidays have become very big business over the past ten years or so, mainly because the travel companies have had to realign their business plans to compete with the developing inter web market that has offered up very stiff competition to them but because of this increased competition the luxury […]

All Inclusive Versus Full Board

By Genna Roberts
Many people still believe that cruising is a pricy holiday choice, but when you consider everything that’s included, it really can work out to be excellent value for money.
Along with comfortable serviced accommodation, the cost also includes your meals which are available around the clock, evening entertainment plus use of modern ship facilities […]

Costa Del Sol Living

By Jay Neil
Have you ever dreamed of owning your Spanish holiday dream home on the Costa del Sol, Andalucia?
Well for anyone who is thinking about the prospect of owning their own Spanish property as a holiday retreat, then also consider that you may need someone to take care of it whilst you are back in […]

Bodrum Gulet Cruises - An Affordable Adventure In Paradise

By KJ Ross
Bodrum gulet cruises are nothing short of a one-of-a-kind experience when it comes to sailing. The coastline of the Aegean Sea is absolutely beautiful, and you really ought to plan on seeing it if you’re planning to visit the Bodrum Peninsula. And there are some good reasons why Bodrum gulet cruises are a […]

Cruising Italian Style-MSC Cruises

By Arie Boris
Genoa, Italy-Beginning any cruise in Italy is a treat; it is one of my favorite countries to enjoy a pre-cruise stay. The people, pasta and pizza all seem better when experienced in Italy!
This particular trip we made a great discovery by staying at Star Hotel’s Cristallo Palace in Bergamo. Considering the […]

The Alure of Cruise Ships

By Dan Ayala
Since 1980, the North American cruise industry, which makes up the majority of the global cruise market, has experienced an average annual passenger growth rate of 8.1%. Cruise capacity also increased by 450% over the same period, with 225,714 beds available in 2006. Going forward it is predicted that five to ten new […]

Cruising To The Middle East - The Desert Lands Of Arabia, Innovative Dubai And Much More

By Gemma Medden
Middle Eastern Cruising offers something a little different with a sense of adventure but also romance…
The romance of the desert lands of Arabia has been luring traveller for centuries. Why you only need to watch epic films such as “Lawrence of Arabia” to get caught up in the allure of it all. There […]

Pretty Li River and Gorges Yangtze River Cruises

By Huiya Chen
My two cruises along the Li River in Guilin and the Yangtze River are the most highlights in my fabulous 10 days china vacation. My trip starts from Beijing. After 3 days traveling there and a wonderful Beijing Duck dinner, we fly to Guilin and rest at Fubo hotel.
Guilin’s scenery is quite different […]

Celebrity Cruises Are Top Notch

By Dan Ayala
Choose from the worlds best fleets and experience the most popular vacation destinations, you will pay just one low price for all your meals, accommodations, and most activities. You deserve a break, and cruising is the absolute best value for your travel dollar. For thousands of vacationers, the biggest surprise may be how […]

Have A Whale Of A Time With ORCA Wildlife Cruises

The North Sea is an important ecosystem for wildlife including dolphins, whales and porpoises. Travelling across to Norway with DFDS Seaways is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the diverse wildlife under the expert guidance of ORCA representatives.
DFDS Seaways has developed the ORCA Wildlife Cruise Breaks in partnership with ORCA to offer something for everyone and […]

BC’s Capital Set to Welcome Historic Sea Faring Vessel

There are few images that conjure a more romantic view of the sea than a tall ship. Voluminous sails catching a hearty gale, mighty masts reaching for the sky…all as these great vessels forge a path through the watery depths. And for organizers of the Victoria Tall Ships Festival, set to sail June […]

Dining In Cardiff

By Steve Kevin
Cardiff is the largest city and capital of Wales. It is a popular vacation spot that is known for its varied culture. Apart from visiting its famous tourist attractions, another way by which you can bask in its culture is by trying out its local menu that will surely be a feast for […]

First Timer Cruise Tips

By Robert J. Carlton
Have you planned and booked your first cruise? You’re surely excited about setting off on to the open seas. Life on board a ship is like nothing else and can be intimidating for a first-timer. Here are some things to remember and tips on what to expect.
Cruise ships are like floating cities. […]

Your Ship Has Come In: Extending Cruise Vacations in Greater Fort Lauderdale

Stow Away in This Beach Chic Destination Either Before or After Cruise Vacations
GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. – October 31, 2007 – As the world’s third busiest cruise port, Port Everglades serves over three million cruise travelers every year.  Embarking and disembarking cruisers are encouraged to extend their trip in Greater Fort Lauderdale by taking […]

Unity Celebration at Sea - March 01-08, 2009

Join us for a taste of Unity Village while enjoying a Winter getaway!  Cruise the tropical waters of the Eastern Caribbean onboard Holland America Line’s beautiful Westerdam March 01-08, 2009 roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale… Enjoy Daily Word readings, meditations and learn about all that is available at Unity Village, including the new Wellness Center. Meet […]

New Ships, Maiden Port Calls and Unique Itineraries Herald a Record Year for Cruises in Europe

CLIA Member Lines Expanding Presence to Satisfy Consumers’ Growing Interest in Exploring Europe in Style and Comfort
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (February 19, 2008) - If Europe was popular last year - and it definitely was among the hottest cruise destinations in the world - 2008 promises to be even more sizzling. Members of Cruise Lines International […]

Royal Caribbean Adventure Ocean

By Priscilla Page
Every year, more and more families are sailing with Royal Caribbean. One of the biggest reasons is the Adventure Ocean Youth Program. The idea behind this award-winning program is to teach kids about new, interesting things, like the ports they visit, the science of sailing, even exciting new sports like gaga ball. But […]

Koh Phi Phi Paradise Lost!

By Fred Tittle
If you want to keep secretes, kill everybody who knows. The same could be said if you want to ruin a good thing tell somebody about it. If you want the whole world to know feature it in a movie. The islands of the Koh Phi Phi island group in southern Thailand were […]

The Popular Resorts for Family Vacation

By Nathalie Fiset
Family vacation can be fun if one plans right.
You want to be out in a vacation with your family and what you have decided is to have it in a fine resort with beautiful sceneries and serene surroundings. You browsed the yellow pages. Alas! There are numerous vacation resort spots you can choose […]

Travel to Paros Paradise

By Jonathon Hardcastle
Renowned since antiquity for its fine Parian marble, Paros is considered to be one of the most beautiful islands of the Aegean Sea in Greece and is one of the most popular destinations for tourists. The island is located in the heart of the Cyclades-the ring of islands located in the central of […]

Innovative Dining Experiences Proposed for Celebrity Solstice

By Robert Yost, Associate Editor CruiseGourmet.com Magazine
New York - At an elegant press event hosted at Per Se at the Time Warner Center in New York City, Dan Hanrahan, President and CEO of Celebrity, presented the new restaurants and dining experience on Celebrity’s newest addition to the fleet. The Solstice, due to set sail […]

Tips on Booking a Honeymoon Cruise

By Alex Stewart
Cruises are romantic, relatively all-inclusive and a wonderful way to see a variety of ports on board a glamorous ship - making them a premier choice for honeymooners. If you’re planning on booking a honeymoon cruise, keep reading for great tips on how to book a beautifully romantic honeymoon cruise vacation.
Check the Ship’s […]

Mexico Cruises - Exploring Mexican Riviera Cruises

By Michiel G
The Mexican Riviera cruise is by far the most popular Mexico cruise destination available and the fourth most popular cruise destination over all. From this alone you can assume that this trip can offer not only the usual excursions, but much more than that. When many people think of Mexico their thoughts go […]

How About A Luxury Adventure Cruise For Your Spring Break?

By Jacques Pointeau
Selecting a Spring break destination is a fairly easy process. There are a large number of college students who flock to the most popular destinations on cruise ships, luxury adventure cruises are very popular these days. These destinations include Cancun, South Beach, the Bahamas, or Panama City. Some may even go on a […]

Crystal Cruises - The Creme De la Creme Of Sailing Vacations

By Jonathan Andrew
Nobody who saw the movie “Titanic” will ever forget Leonardo di Caprio’s exuberant proclamation “I’m king of the world!” And while the ships created in the image of HMS Titanic are no more, the experience of being treated like royalty is still available for all those who choose the seven to sixteen day […]

5 Ways to Entertain in the Air

By Tom Tessin
If you haven’t flown before or you’re an expert at flying, you may find that long airline trips can be quite boring if your airline has not sort of entertainment such as televisions, radios, etc. While some people can sleep on a plane and make time fly, others have trouble passing the time. […]

What You Need to Know About Cruise Attire

By Ann Richter
People new to cruising tend to get nervous about what kind of cruise attire they need to bring and wear on their vacations. There are many different situations that come up during cruises that require many different types of clothing. It is no wonder that the subject is so confusing. However, there are […]

Cruise Activity - What Kind Of Activities Are Available On A Cruise?

By Ann Richter
When you get the information about your cruise, you will be given a list of practically every cruise activity imaginable. If your cruise is like most, you will not be able to do them all. There are two good ways to choose. One is to do all the activities of one kind, and […]

Seabourn - Ultra-Luxury Cruising

By Sid Kaplan
Shhhhh! Want to discover your own private ultra-luxury cruising paradise? I mean way over and above the usual cruise vacation experience!
Try and imagine sunning on deck in your lounge chair and suddenly unexpected treats like mango sorbet topped with champagne, or an ice cold rolled face cloth arrive, without asking, from your ever […]

Boston Harbor Cruises - Discover Out Of The Way Sailing Trips

By Ann Richter
Boston Harbor Cruises have been sailing Boston Harbor since 1926. It is a business that has come down through a family of ship-owners and is owned by that same family today. Cruises are available with this line for many different purposes. You may find one you want to take.

Sightseeing Cruises
There are four types […]

Luxury Cruise Vacation - Some Ultimate Destinations

By Danny M Smith
Make your self pampered with a luxury cruise and feel like heaven while spending your holidays. Thinking of a perfect gift for the ones close to your heart, want to give them relaxation and rejuvenation, a luxury is an ideal gift. Holidays are always enjoyable and loved by every one but cruise […]

How To Choose A Cruise Stateroom Upgrade?

By Kyle W Bruening
Cruise guests that should book early for the best chance of receiving higher category staterooms. This is never guaranteed. Also, anyone who has traveled on the cruise line will usually have the advantage over someone who has never sailed with them before. You either pay more for the upgrade or pay for […]

Exploring the Fiji Islands Via Small Ship

By Brian Shigley
For people who enjoyed unspoiled beaches, reefs and native people this is a fantastic adventure. This adventure is aboard a small ship which holds approximately 120 people, the Reef Escape.
You will begin your cruising adventure with a welcome at Tivua Island. Enjoy a wonderful welcome dinner in the evening and a visit to […]

Royal Caribbean Cruise - On Board Entertainment

By Brian Janes
If you’ve never taken a cruise, you probably think that cruises are just about seasickness, seeing ports, and eating plenty of food. A Royal Caribbean Cruise is way more than that. With large cruise ships, seasickness is rare. The ship is so big that most passengers would forget about being at sea if […]

The Forbidden City at a Glance

By Chenying Jia
The Forbidden City, called “Gugong” in Chinese and also known as Palace Museum, which means untouchable to common people, located in the center of Beijing, was the base of 24 emperors of Ming and Qing dynasties for nearly 500 years. Puyi who abdicated in 1911 was the last emperor of the Qing dynasty […]

Cruise Vacations Are Better Than Ever For The Physically Challenged

By Mary Hanna
Most of the newer ships offer wheelchair assessable state rooms and can provide dining room seating arrangements to avoid stairs and raised areas. Just be sure your travel agent notifies the cruise line of your wheelchair usage and any other special needs prior to sailing when making your cruise vacation reservations. Cruise travelers […]

Visit the Caribbean Island of Curacao

By Lorraine Weston
If you’ve ever traveled in the Caribbean, you will have heard a variety of languages spoken, depending on what islands you visited. If you take a trip to Curacao, you’ll hear English and Spanish – but its primary languages are Dutch and Papiamento. This colorful mix of languages describes Curacao well: exciting, vibrant, […]

Caribbean Cruises: A Cruise to Paradise

By Stefan Rockhaus
Think of a cruise, tanning your body, palm trees, shades, and the first name that hits you is Caribbean Cruise. The climate is excellent, mostly temperate all year round. Yet major crowds go to the islands in summer. The Caribbean comprises of around 50 islands, without counting the Archipelago islands. If they are […]

A Caribbean Cruise - Some Great Reasons To Book One For 2008

By Brian Janes
This year will be a very good year to book a Caribbean cruise. Firstly, the rates for these cruises, especially from January 1 thru June 1, are roughly 30% lower than they were for 2007. Even though the cruise lines have added a $5 per person fuel surcharge for all sailings after February […]

Legends of the South Pacific

By Brian Shigley
This is a sixteen day cruise of discovery. This voyage includes primitive island cultures, exposure to mementos of World War II sites and some of the most incredible snorkeling available anywhere. This is a trip to learn, enjoy and discover new things. You will enjoy shore excursions, guest speakers, snorkeling and Zodiak excursions […]

The Star Princess from Rome To Venice, Part I

By John F. Rooney
John Lazzatti and I sailed on the Star Princess on a twelve night cruise from Rome to Venice from October 28, 2007 to November 9, 2007. (In another article I told about our stopovers in Rome and Venice before and after the cruise.)
The Star Princess, too wide to transit the Panama Canal, […]

Balearics - Fun in the Sun on Stone Age Islands

By Mark Buckingham
Located in the western Mediterranean Sea around 60 miles from the Iberian coast is the archipelago of the Balearic Islands that forms one of the Autonomous Communities of Spain.
Mallorca, Menorca and Cabrera can be found to the Northern end with Ibiza and Formentera in the Southwest. These wonderful islands have Palma de Mallorca […]

Cruises And Vacations With A Twist

By Jonathan Andrew
The common perception of cruises and vacation sis that of a cruise ship full of partying passengers drinking and dancing their way from one sun-drenched tropical port to the next, where they spend days on dazzling white beaches or endless green pal-lined fairways. This perception is one vigorously reinforce by travel posters and […]

Cruising Is The Best Holiday You Can Have!

By: Michael Klerck
I remember well the Union Castle Line mail ships that ploughed South African waters in the sixties. A short trip to Port Elizabeth or Durban was a regular event in those days. Today the gargantuan liners of 70 000 tons and often much more, seem almost futuristic compared to the tiny, but elegant […]

5 Things To Consider When Planning Your Cruise

By Christian Baligad
A cruise vacation is one of the most exciting activities for adventurous people. They prefer to explore different regions of the world rather than spending their time at home doing boring hobbies.
Going on a cruise vacation is more than a lifetime experience for them. Every time they go they get that satisfying feeling […]

Glacier Bay Alaska Cruise

By Ryan Edward
A Glacier Bay Alaska Cruise has perhaps the most breath taking views of all the Alaskan cruises.
Glacier Bay is located in the Southeastern corner of Alaska. The sheer beauty of miles and miles of Alaskan landscape will be remembered for years to come. A cruise around the national park in Glacier Bay is […]

See More Of The Mediterranean Region With A Cruise

By Lee Dobbins
The Mediterranean is a wonderful choice for a vacation destination. There are so many things to see in this astonishing region that a long vacation is the best way to go. Of course, lengthy vacations can be expensive so if you want to get the best Mediterranean vacation for your money, you might […]

Holiday Cruises

By James Murray
Is anything more luxurious than taking a cruise holiday? Traveling to exotic locations on a luxury ship, catching sunrays, and breathing the salty breezes can renew and replenish anyone, no matter how shopworn from the cares of work. However, a cruise holiday requires planning in order to be the best it can be. […]

Picking The Right Cruise For You And Your Kids

By Yomi A
Just like with adults, you want to find the best match in a cruise for the kids. Some Cruise Lines specialize in programs for children to draw lots of families. Other lines are better for the adult crowd. You’ll have to do some research to find the best Cruise Line for your kids. […]

Fabulous Trips on Luxury Ships

By Michael Rad
With millions of travelers choosing to take their trips on a cruise ship or an ocean liner there is now a growing demand for large, fast and safe cruise ships to cater to these millions of passengers. For the past five years there have been at least nine new cruise ships built every […]

Norfolk Cruises - Cruisings Undiscovered Gem

By Denise Walker
You probably associate Norfolk cruises with a 4-year enlistment. But Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Lines offer cruises out of Norfolk for a much shorter term-and you don’t have to lift a finger while you’re on board!
Norfolk’s port area is close to the downtown core, which has been revitalized over the past few […]

Is a Theme Cruise Vacation Right for You?

By Ann Burokerv
You’ve doubtlessly heard of cruises before, but you might not have heard about theme cruise vacations.
A theme cruise is something a cruise line puts together on board one of its ships, an event or series of linked events that often go on for the whole week (or however long the cruise is). All […]

Cruising For Health

By Bill Doane
If you have never been on a cruise, it is hard to imagine how healthy a cruise can actually be. Many people associate cruises with tons of food and alcohol, and both of those are available, however they can be enjoyed in moderation and combined with other healthy activities available on a cruise. […]

Great News For Football Wives - Take An Awesome Cruise Before The Big Game!

By Lisa Lambson
Football Season is here again. For some women, this is a great thing. For the women that love football as much or more than their men it is a wonderful time of year. They can not help themselves as they scream, cheer, and get emotionally wrapped up in the outcome of THEIR team’s […]

5 Tropical Cruise Destinations to Beat the Winter Blues

By Ann Buroker
Any time of year is great for a tropical vacation, especially if you’re like me and you live somewhere where skies can be gray for months at a time, but the winter is an especially fine time to take a cruise somewhere tropical.
But where should you go?
Let’s take a look at some popular […]

Want a Hot Summer? Head to the Cool Canaries

By Andrew Regan
In Christopher Columbus’s time, the Canary Islands were believed to mark the end of the world. After being conquered by the Spanish in the 15th Century, the Canaries become a popular stopping point for explorers, traders and missionaries on their way to the Americas.
The islands have also appeared earlier in Greek and Roman […]

Cruise Ships Offer Love-boat Style Romance For Couples

By Tom Rockwood
Think about taking a cruise if you and your partner are searching your next romantic adventure. Many couples need a break from their daily routines filled with large workloads, hectic schedules, and children. This break often comes in the form of a romantic getaway on a cruise ship.
Many people don’t even consider a […]

A Cruise To The Galapagos Islands - Things To Bear In Mind

by Dan Clarke
Geography of the Galapagos Islands
Lying 600 miles off the coast of mainland Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands are an archipelago of 19 main volcanic islands formed by the periodic eruptions of several volcanoes. Several of these volcanoes are still active and although the oldest islands are thought to be between 5 and 10 million […]

Travel Documentation Before Cruise Accommodations

by Leroy C. Calstard
When you think about a cruise vacation, you probably think of being a pampered tourist, enjoying lush accommodations and fabulous service. However, there is a lot of work to be done to prepare for a cruise before you get to enjoy the cruising life.
Documentation is key. Depending on where you are going […]

When To Book Your Cruising Holiday

by Linden A. Walhard
When to book your cruise can be a puzzle to some. You want a good deal on the cruise, but you also want to get your preferred accommodations for your floating vacation rental.
So, how do you get the perfect outdoor vacation cruise experience and still get a good price? It depends on […]

Cruising Is For Everybody

by Kenneth E. Asselin
Cruising is the most popular leisure vacation available today, and it has the highest rate of repeat customers of any type of vacation. Your choices of accommodations, cuisine, and destinations are nearly limitless. There are cruises to suit everyone, with limitless itineraries available.
A cruise will offer you the opportunity to get away […]

11 Expert Cruising Tips

by Fred Tutwiler
Cruising is such a great thing to do. Shoot, what’s not to love about it? All that wonderful leisure fun, getting taken care of by all those people, going to cool places. Damn skippy!
One of the things I really like about cruising is telling people neat stuff to make their cruising experience better. […]

Celebrity Cruises Presents a New, Deluxe Cruise Line

By Arie Boris, the Cruise Gourmet
The launch of a new ship is a momentous occasion for any cruise line, but Celebrity Cruises has made the introduction of their latest liner especially significant with an entirely new, deluxe cruise brand: “Azamara Cruises.”
At only 30,000 tons, the Azamara Journey, is a welcome change from the cruise industry’s […]

Sailing Into The Sunset Alone

Everyone needs a vacation from real life and from work. Most people assume that they need to sail away with a group of people, but you can take a cruise alone as well. This can be a wonderful opportunity for you to relax, contemplate life, write, read, and detach from the world. There is nothing […]

Crossing on the QM 2

Bigger is not necessarily better, but in the case if this mammoth vessel, the QM 2 combines elements of both premium and luxury cruise categories into an impressive shipboard experience.

Take the Same Cruise Again? You Bet!

by Craig Watkins
You’ve taken your first (or subsequent) cruise and are planning your next cruise - but nothing new really jumps out at you. Why not consider repeating a cruise you’ve taken in the past and absolutely loved?
It’s not as crazy as it might seem and to be honest, we’ve actually taken the same cruise […]

Converts to Cruise

By Kate Rice
My mother-in-law and her husband never thought they were cruise people. “Don’t you feel trapped?” my mother-in-law would say to a colleague, who raved about cruises to her. And since they didn’t consider themselves to be cruise people, they assumed they would have nothing in common with their fellow cruisers. You see, my […]

Cruise Vacation Anyone?

By: Selvyn Patterson
Every year more and more people are discovering the all-inclusive pleasures of cruise vacation.Last year alone, more than 7 million people took a cruise, more families, singles, honeymooners, couples and groups of friends are taking cruises, plus company sponsored cruise vacation for employees
Cruise Lines are experiencing a 20 percent increase in the number […]

Abercrombie & Kent Galapagos…Luxury Adventure Cruise

by Arie Boris, CruiseGourmet.com Editor-in-Chief
From the moment I received the beautifully bound leather folder containing my documents, I knew this A&K adventure cruise to the Galapagos was going to be special! Their cruise/tours may at times explore the most remote parts of the world, but never without a modicum of luxury.
After a very comfortable flight from […]

Experience Nature and Enjoy Adventure When You Go on a Hawaiian Cruise

By Joseph Ducat
The islands of Hawaii make up what may be our Earth’s most intoxicating paradise, a place that is rich in the wonders of natural beauty. People come to Hawaii to have a good time in the sun and sand, enjoy the warm and friendly vibe of the Pacific Ocean, and just find […]

Uniworld’s Christmas Holiday Markets Cruise

There are many ways to travel through Europe, but none compare to the luxury, comfort, and convenience of a Uniworld Grand River Cruise.

Crystal Cabaret 2006

The Crystal Symphony’s Starlight Lounge was transformed into a trendy New York night club featuring sophisticated entertainment and music one would expect at a late night show at the Hotel Carlyle!

Barging through Burgundy

by Arie Boris, CruiseGourmet.com Editor-in-Chief
There is a mystique surrounding the idea of canal barging. I have heard many descriptions from floating B&B to houseboat with frills. Having never experienced it, I was filled with anticipation at the prospect of hosting a “gastronomic” cruise through the French countryside.
After a three hour drive from Paris with twelve fun-loving […]

Newest Name in Luxury Cruises - Regent Seven Seas

by Arie Boris, CruiseGourmet.com Editor-in-Chief
Signaling its commitment to the luxury business and its Regent brand, Carlson Companies, one of the world’s leading hospitality, travel and marketing companies, announced an evolutionary step - the merger of Regent Hotels and Radisson Seven Seas Cruises under its global Regent banner.
The move embodies the acclaim of both entities in delivering […]

Wind Surf

by Arie Boris, CruiseGourmet.com Editor-in-Chief
Having loved cruising around Italy on this classic vessel prior to 9-11, I was curious to experience her again, this time with a Caribbean flavor, Windstar Cruise’s other primary cruise destination.
Windstar Cruises pioneered the concept of casual luxury cruises. Sailing under the appropriate catch phrase “180 degrees from the ordinary,” several extraordinary […]

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Spirit

by Arie Boris, CruiseGourmet.com Editor-in-Chief
From the moment one steps aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Spirit, it becomes obvious that this is no ordinary mass-market cruise ship. From her sweeping seven-story foyer, with its black marble flooring and elegant golden tile work, to her posh alternative dining venues and their lantern-style lighting, this 76,800 ton vessel is […]

Oceania Cruise Line’s M/S Regatta

by Arie Boris, CruiseGourmet.com Editor-in-Chief
Surpassing all expectations is what the M/S Regatta is all about! Every meal is better than the last. The variety and quality of the many dining options onboard is marvelous. With no less than four outstanding full service alacarte restaurants to choose from, dining on this ship simply never […]

What has four wheels and cruises? ME!

by Sheera B. Lake, Managing Editor

Have wheelchair, will travel
A few years ago, a diagnosis and severe attack of Multiple Sclerosis required I rethink my life’s adventures from a wheelchair perspective. Travel has always been a passion of mine and fortunately it remains a realistic activity for me. For those of us with added challenges, travel […]

Crystal, Cabaret and Cuisine 2005

Not just the same old entertainment on this cruise! Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, along with a sampling from the American popular songbook… performed in the intimate style of Cabaret by some of New York’s most dynamic Broadway performers.