Author: Kathy
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Plan Early to Ensure the Perfect Cruise
When you arrive at your cruise ship it can be very tempting to jump into relaxation mode right away. Nothing sounds more inviting than a cool drink and a comfy lounge chair by the pool so that you can enjoy the view as the ship leaves port. But investing just an hour in planning and booking activities can save you the disappointment of learning that your favorite show is completely booked and so is the snorkeling shore excursion that you had been looking forward to. Check On Your Requested Extras As Read more […] -
Carnival – The Youthful Hip Cruise Line
Selecting the best cruise line to meet your interest and needs is critical to having a fantastic vacation. And for those travelers who are looking for excitement, a huge variety of activities and affordable pricing, Carnival is a great choice. They offer everything from short 3 day tours of Baja and the Bahamas to cruises extending up to 24 days which visit exotic locales such as Bermuda, Panama and the Island of Roatan. And all of the ships in the Carnival fleet offer activities around the clock Read more […] -
Trip Saver Items to Pack for Your Cruise
Packing for your first cruise can be a little stressful. It’s hard to tell from the pictures of the ship and the cabins exactly what will and will not be provided for you. And unless you have been on a cruise before there could be a few items that you would not think to pack but will certainly need to make your vacation perfect. Outlets are at a Premium on Cruise Ships Most people travel with several electronics including a cell phone, laptop and tablet. But it can be challenging to locate appropriate Read more […] -
Cruises that are Cat and Dog Friendly
It is not at all uncommon for people to travel with their pets. But what is far less common is finding a cruise ship which allows a canine companion aboard. In the case of cruise ships which sail under the American flag, they must comply with the American Disabilities Act and therefore must allow service animals on board. However, cruise ships sailing under a foreign flag, even when docking in the United States, don’t always comply with any or all ADA requirements. But there is one cruise ship Read more […] -
Be Prepared – Create an ‘In Case of Emergency’ List Before Your Cruise
Be prepared is a scouting motto but it is also a wise choice for travelers of all ages. Before you set out for your cruise, create an ‘in case of emergency’ list and hope that you never need to use it. The time you invest to compile the list will be minimal but it is a free insurance policy that just makes sense to have with you whenever you travel. It Can Happen To You Imagine that you are having a wonderful time on your cruise until you drop your cell phone in the pool or inadvertently drop Read more […] -
The Importance of Your Passport When on a Cruise
Most cruises travel to foreign countries which means that all passengers are required to have a passport or a passport card. American citizens can travel with a passport card via land or sea to enter Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean. But all other destinations will require a passport book. And many travelers are worried that carrying their actual passport when in foreign ports is not wise. But the fact is that your actual passport should be with you when you are traveling in any foreign Read more […]
