From a shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, the Crown Princess has been taking shape over the last year.  Though you would never know it from seeing construction photos, this massive body of steel beams will soon be sculpted into a luxury vessel boasting a list of firsts including innovative features, fresh amenities and new ports of […]

People always look for memorable trips to various beautiful locations of the world. Budget is always a constraint before travelers. They are forced to think twice before planning for a journey. Travel by air used to be only mode of communication for them. Of late, many shipping companies have redefined your travel experience through the […]

After three and a half years of cruising the world, mainly on the Queen Elizabeth 2, I ended up traveling to over fifty countries and six continents around the world. If you’ve ever wondered how to get a job on a cruise ship, then keep reading so I can share with you the secrets on […]

There has been a lot of buzz lately about living on a Cruise Ship full time as an alternative to living in a retirement home. However, I don’t think it would be very exciting after about 6 months or so. Ships, even Cruise Ships, are noisy for at least 2 reasons: Engine Noise. No matter […]

Cruise Lines generally finalize their ship itineraries from 12 to 18 months before sailing day and the earlier you book a better chance you have for the “early booking discounts”. Another way to get a reasonable discount is a “last minute booking”.  The risk here is that your choices of itineraries will be limited as […]

This is our latest installment on helping clients find the best rates on any Carnival cruise. As one of the industry’s leading online Cruise Specialists, we have put together some of easiest ways to ensure you will get the best rates on your next Carnival cruise! First, pick a cruise specialist. Using a specialist will […]

You want to take a cruise vacation, but how do you pick the ship?  You’re the cruise planner in the family so first, consider the type of ships.  They run the gamut from small yacht like ships to mega-liners holding over 3000 passengers.  The small ships normally do not have constant activities throughout the day […]

For some, cruising is all about rock-bottom pricing.  Bare-bone cruising gets you to the destination of your choice, but that’s about all it does.  However, cutting corners is not for everyone.  The Holland America Line recognized that many vacationers are still looking for a truly distinctive experience: one that gives them total satisfaction as well […]

Why Take a Cruise Vacation? Well, with all the cruise lines available, all the cruise destinations, and the range of prices, there exists a cruise to please even the most jaded traveler. If you think about it, it’s an extremely cost-effective and time-efficient way to take a holiday. Consider all the time you’d spend driving […]

For those who are thinking about getting on board a cruise ship, here are five considerations for your first cruise. Cruise lines have distinct personalities. It’s good to know which crowd each line caters to. Discriminating travelers pay a premium to indulge aboard such luxury lines as Radisson Seven Seas and Silversea. More affordable luxury […]