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2 3 4 5 [Next] - Although you may find the shore excursions cheaper through local sources compared to the cruise lines excursions desks, you may end up stranded - or at the least taken advantage of. The cruise lines check out the companies they contract with, and you are much safer using one recommended by the cruise line or a company your travel agent is familiar with. Dreams and Destinations Travel Dreams and Destinations Travel ID1714 - Right now, value-seeking vacation buyers will find a wide choice of flights, cruises, and land-based vacations at rates equal to or lower than previous years. In the cruise industry where onboard revenue represents a significant portion of the overall profit picture, cruise lines are willing to reduce fare yields seasonally to ensure full occupancy. Will this trend continue or should the value-oriented traveler wait for the next round of price reductions? No one can predict the future with certainty, but the chances are better than 50/50 that with the election over and the weather turning cooler, prices will likely rise into 2009. My tip is to take advantage of this lull and book your 2009 vacation early this year. Get more tips for cruises on Leisure Larry's blog. Laura Winkler ID2126 - When planning your cruise with your trusted travel professional, add an extra day or so to the beginning of your trip in case you experience any flight delays - or worse, cancellations. There is nothing worse than starting your vacation stressed because you have to hurry to make it to the ship. The day or so spent at a hotel near the cruise port will be well worth the added cost. Visit Milestone Travel Dreams for more cruise tips. Kenneth Smith ID2104 - There's no reason not to cruise with a disability on today's ships. The newer and larger ships are generally speaking the most accessible, with more accessible cabins in a variety of cabin categories. However, that's not to say that there are not some smaller and older ships that have limited access or have been retrofitted to accommodate fewer people with disabilities. There are even 1-2 tall sailing ships that are built or retrofitted specifically for those with disabilities (you can be part of the crew). Cruise ships can accommodate wheelchair users, diabetics, dialysis patients, oxygen users, the visually and hearing impaired, those with smoking allergies, and even those traveling with assistance dogs. Accessible Travel of Colorado Accessible Travel of Colorado ID324 - Brochure styles vary from different cruise lines. Open any cruise brochure and you are sure to find an overwhelming display of information and photographs. What you need are just the facts in simple-to-understand terms. Some cruise lines feature their entire fleet with the itineraries in one brochure. Others have brochures for each destination - such as the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Alaska, Hawaii and Europe. The front of the brochure has the table of contents. Here you'll also find the illustrations and photos, along with description of the cruise line and the itineraries available in that particular brochure. Next you will usually find information on any special programs offered such as their kids' programs. You will also find a brief description of the ports of call and shore excursions offered. Deck Plans, staterooms and fares, hotel stays, and past guest programs are usually listed next. A deck plan is a map of the ship that lists all levels of accommodations, shows the location of the restaurants, bars and lounges, swimming pools, fitness center, spa, shops, casino, kids' center and everything else the ship has to offer. The last few pages of the brochure is where you will find the 'fine print'. This section usually includes the following information - welcome aboard info, Q-and-A's, terms and conditions, what you need to know before you go, important policies, and cruise line contact information. Make sure you read it very carefully! The back of the brochure is also where you usually find the information on air and sea programs, cancellation insurance, and any amenity packages offered for your cruise. For more tips on cruises visit: Cruise Travel Specialist. Judy Wilson ID2020 Would You Like to Add a Travel Tip?We welcome QUALITY travel tips from our users.Note: you will be required to enter the characters from a security image, so please make sure that you have your browser set to view images. (This measure was necessary to reduce spam.) You will be able to provide your URL, if applicable. Submit your travel tips and hints here. |
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