Category: General Cruise Information and Advice
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How To Pick The Perfect Cruise Length
A cruise vacation is a perfect way to get away, see beautiful scenery and relax. But determining the perfect amount of time to devote to your cruise vacation can have a huge impact on your enjoyment and desire to continue with cruise vacations to other destinations. Before you select the length of your cruise, consider a few factors that will assist you in making a wise choice. Total Travel Time When booking your cruise, it is important to also think about the time involved in getting to the Read more […] -
How to Prevent Jet Lag so It Doesn’t Ruin Your Cruise
As you are packing for your cruise, there might be a few items that you are overlooking if your trip requires a long flight to your departure port. When flying across multiple time zones to meet your ship, jet lag is a very real possibility. But there are a few tips and tricks which can help to minimize the impact that this necessary evil has on your vacation plans. Understanding Jet Lag Jet lag is actually a short-term sleep disorder which occurs when you fly across several time zones. This Read more […] -
French Polynesia – A Bucket List Cruise
French Polynesia is a series of over 100 islands in the South Pacific which are divided into five groups called the Society Islands, the Tuamotu Archipelago, the Gambier Islands, the Marquesas Islands and the Austral Islands. This region is rich in culture and tradition as well as beauty and tranquility. And the only way to take it all in is to cruise the region. Your Choices Cruises in French Polynesia can range from 7 days to 20 or more days depending on your desired destinations. In addition Read more […] -
The Great Barrier Reef – A Bucket List Cruise
The Great Barrier Reef is unlike any other place on earth. It is home to 30 species of whales, dolphins, and porpoises as well as 6 species of turtles and over 1,500 species of fish. Clearly, this is one of the top destinations for anyone who loves sea life and wants the opportunity to observe it in a natural setting. But with climate change, coral bleaching and invasive creatures such as the coral-eating crown-of-thorns starfish in the area, the health of the reef is beginning to deteriorate. So Read more […] -
Getting to Know the Holland America Cruise Line
The Holland America Cruise Line is certainly steeped in history and tradition, as it dates back to 1873. Though the line is now a part of the Carnival Corporation, it is still very reminiscent of its Dutch heritage. Afternoon tea is still offered each day by staff members who are mostly of Indonesian lineage, as Indonesia was formerly a Dutch colony. The majority of the HAL fleet consists of mid-sized ships with only a few of the newest additions offering a capacity in excess of 2000 passengers. Read more […] -
212 – The Magic Number Aboard a Windstar Cruise
The capacity of the average cruise ship is normally rounded off to the nearest thousand. Mid-size ships have a capacity of around 2000 while some of the floating giants can accommodate in excess of 5000 passengers. But for those who are looking for a more intimate and personal experience but don’t have the vacation budget for a private yacht, the number 212 is very significant. This is the maximum capacity for the Star Pride, the Star Breeze, and the Star Legend. These three ladies are the all-suite Read more […]
