Popular Alaska Ports for Cruise Ships
Alaskan cruises have really taken off the last several years, and there doesn't seem to be an end in site. Holland America Line and Princess Cruises have more than a dozen cruise ships in Alaska during the summer, and smaller lines such as Regent, Silversea, and Disney have all entered the fray. There are plenty of reasons for the popularity. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking, it's not too far for most Americans to fly, and as part of the United States, it's less challenging than travel to Read more [...]
October 19, 2010 No Comments
A Brief History of Cruise Ships
Ocean-going vessels were originally built to transport cargo across the oceans. In 1818, the Black Ball Line offered regularly scheduled service between the United States and Britain. But it was slow and not designed to carry passengers. When Cunard was granted the contract to deliver mail between Britain, Canada, and the United States in 1939, it introduced steamships that broke the speed record for crossing the Atlantic. Before long, passengers started to hitch rides, and by 1840, Cunard's Read more [...]
September 2, 2010 No Comments
How to Choose an Enjoyable Cruise for Your Family
Cruises are a great vacation option for families because there is something for everyone to enjoy. However, you should still take measures to make sure you choose a cruise where everyone in your party can have a great time. Before booking a cruise, take into account special considerations to be made for any members of your family. This will help you to decide what factors are important to you in choosing a cruise. Some examples of things to consider would be if you have anyone who needs Read more [...]
August 10, 2010 No Comments
Why Luxury Holiday Cruises Are Becoming More Popular With Vacationers
Everything nowadays is fast and large. For instance, commercial airlines pack their passengers into planes as if they are a bunch of sardines. The one thing that remains constant is the world of cruising. As many setbacks as the airline industry has seemed to face, the cruise industry continues to grow. Here are a few fantastic reasons why you would want to include yourself in this phenomenon. According to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), 95% of those who vacation on a Read more [...]
February 16, 2010 No Comments
Oasis of the Seas – A Great Holiday and a Great Place to Shop
The biggest cruise ship in the world, Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas, has over 10,000 square feet of retail stores. You will find many of the top designer brands sold on board as well as some quirky items that will remind you of your trip. Make sure you take enough spending money with you to enjoy the shops - it really is a shoppers paradise onboard and there's very little you won't be able to buy! Here's just some of the great stores onboard: The Pool and Sports Zone: In this area Read more [...]
January 30, 2010 No Comments
Cruise Ships and the Amenities They Have to Offer
Cruise ships provide an inviting destination for more and more people to think about each year. If you haven't yet been on a cruise ship, you might be curious to know what facilities and services they offer, and what there is to do. Many cruise experiences are similar, although some activities vary from one ship to another. Restaurants, elegant dining rooms and cafeterias are some of the better-known facilities on cruise ships. Cruise lines have outfitted their ships with both elegant Read more [...]
February 10, 2009 No Comments
