Category: River Cruises
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European Cruise Travel Vacation
A European cruise travel vacation is one of the top ten cruise vacations on the market today. Not only are European cruise travel vacations at the top of the list of popular luxury cruises such as a Crystal Cruises European cruise or Cunard Line’s European voyage, they are also fast becoming a top choice for mainstream cruise lines such as Carnival Cruise Lines and Disney Cruise Lines. Read more […] -
Cruise Ships Japan
Cruise ships in Japan are as common as taxi’s on the streets of New York. So don’t be surprised if you notice hundreds of ships – big and small – sailing around the clock, throughout the calming waters of Japan. Because travel to Japan for business or for pleasure has never been easier or more popular than it is today, your options for travel to Japan are plentiful. It doesn’t matter if you choose a cruise ship as your method of travel to Japan or if you prefer to travel by air, the offerings and itineraries are plentiful either way. Read more […] -
Small Cruise Ships
Taking a cruise vacation on a mega-liner certainly has its advantages. The bigger the ship, the more restaurants, casinos, shopping, dance clubs, and spas you’ll have to choose from. But when it comes to adventure, relaxation, pampering, and access to some of the most remote places on earth — small cruise ships are number one. Read more […] -
Top Ten Cruise Lines
Depending on the source, the top ten cruise lines list may vary greatly. There are so many categories to consider that it’s tough for top reviewers, websites, and travel guides to offer a simple top ten cruise lines list that will appeal to all. What cruise review/discount websites such as Cruisedirect.com do offer is top ten cruise lines lists in a number of different categories ranging from top ten cruise lines for staterooms or dining to top ten cruise lines for service or entertainment. Read more […] -
Cruise Boat
Not to be confused with big ship cruises aboard massive liners such as the 160,000-ton Royal Caribbean Freedom of the Seas or Cunard Line’s grand Queen Mary 2, a cruise boat is considered to be something much, (much) smaller, and much more intimate that a large cruise ship. Cruise boats come in all shapes and sizes and believe it or not, aside from the usual suspects such as rowboats, canoes, yachts and kayaks, there are literally dozens of different types of cruise boats on the market today. Read more […] -
American Queen Boat Cruise
With a gross tonnage of 3,707, American Queen is the world’s largest river cruise ship. Powered by both steam and diesel engines, and donning a beautiful paddlewheel, American Queen is 418 feet in length, with six decks, and a passenger capacity of 436. She entered service in 1995 and the vessel houses 222 staterooms, a swimming pool and fitness center, a cinema (showing new releases every night), a beauty salon, a large promenade deck, and an old-fashioned Cajun-inspired design that fits well with Mississippi River cruising. Additionally, you will find a super-friendly crew, down-home cooking, shows and music, and beautiful accommodations. Read more […]