Author: Kathy
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Castaway Cay – Disney Cruise Lines Private Island
If you are considering a Disney cruise in the Bahamas, there is a very special feature that you should know about. The three, four, five and seven-night cruises on the Disney Wonder, Disney Fantasy, Disney Dream and the Disney Magic all make a special stop at Castaway Cay which is Disney’s private island! This is a shore excursion that adults and kids of all ages are sure to remember for a lifetime, not only for the incredible beauty but also because of all of the great activities. The Beach Scene The Read more […] -
Understanding Each Different Cruise Line’s Target Audience
Understanding the target demographic for each cruise line is a huge first stride in choosing the cruise line for your next vacation. Just as you would research different locales for a dream vacation destination, you should also invest some time in learning whom each cruise line considers to be their target passengers. Not only will the target demographic have an impact on the entertainment and activities offered on board the ship but it can all influence the types of cuisine offered and even the Read more […] -
Discount Cruise Options for Mature Travelers
Finding a discount cruise is really not all that difficult but if you are looking for a discount fare on a top notch-cruise, then you might be facing a bit more difficulty. Mature travelers who are not interested in spending their vacation in bunk beds or traveling through the Caribbean with spring break college crowd ships simply need to take advantage of the membership benefits of AARP. Anyone 50 or over is welcome to join for only $15 each year, or even less for a long-term membership. AARP Travel Read more […] -
Adults Only Cruises – Not Racy Just Child- Free
For many travelers, there is a distinction between an adults only cruise and a kid-free cruise. The “adults only” phrase conjures up an image of debauchery, risqué activities and even a clothing-optional environment whereas a “kid-free” cruise seems to imply that there is simply a minimum age for guests. But within the cruise ship industry, the two terms are pretty interchangeable. If you are looking for that “what happens on the cruise ship stays on the cruise ship” type of experience, Read more […] -
Finding Solitude On A Cruise Ship
Activities, entertainment, and excitement are all reasons that travelers love a cruise. But there can also be a strong desire to decompress with a little quiet time. However, locating that peaceful sanctuary can be challenging. With thousands of other guests exploring and enjoying all that the ship has to offer, it can require some good navigating and solid planning to locate that peaceful place of refuge. Quiet and Relaxing Every cruise ship offers guests a fantastic spa experience, but those Read more […] -
Why Cruise Lines Don’t Allow Passengers to BYOB
Many travelers look at the rules prohibiting passengers from bringing their own alcohol on board as just another way to make more money from the already “captive audience”. These people pride themselves on being able to sneak alcohol onto the ship in their luggage using flasks designed to look like a shampoo bottle or in a specially designed plastic bag “flask” that can easily be concealed among clothing. But there are far more important reasons other than the profit margin that requires Read more […]
