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
Cruise Ships – Senior Activities
Getting aged is not same as it used to be. Increase in life expectancy owing to medical developments has led to numerous senior citizens are enjoying their lives as well. There are numerous fun and exciting activities on your way if you are a senior citizen, including travel. Every year numerous senior citizens take enjoy vacation gateways by travelling solo or with friends. You may want to have a holiday abroad in case you are looking for some amusement. There are numerous cruise lines Read more [...]
February 18, 2010 No Comments
Freebies on Cruise Ships
If you have been pinching the pennies to save for your dream cruise, you are going to want to get as much out of the experience as you possibly can. Of course, the cost of a cruise holiday doesn't stop at the price of the ticket and it is very easy to eat away at your holiday budget after only a short time aboard. If you know where to look onboard the liner, you'll soon find many opportunities to save money and pick up the freebies that others will not look for or even consider. For instance, Read more [...]
February 8, 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
