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Cruise Planning Information for the Newbie Cruiser

What basic cruise planning information makes for a really fulfilling cruise? Is it the cruise line information?

Does the cruise destination really matter? Or is there a particular time of the year for a few

nights cruise getaway?

Shop Around for the Best Price

Shopping around the best cruise line that can give you your money’s worth is the first thing to do.
If you know of anyone who has tried cruising, then ask for them some information. Each cruise line
has several different ships to choose from. Compare prices, amenities and services to help in
narrowing down your choices.

Stretch Your Budget

Even if you can afford the first class rate for a cruise, knowing where and when to spend your
money is crucial. Great deals are available. Spending wisely can open more avenues for
enjoyment. Make a rough estimate on how much you can actually spend, and then put
aside a contingency fund to allow for the unexpected. Consider getting away before the
winter season is in peak.           

Patience

Begin your cruise preparations well ahead of time. Start thinking when you want to go. This will
allow you time to save a little extra and perhaps get bid discounts from cruise agents.

Popular Cruise Lines

Each of the following famous cruise lines boast of different luxuries, amenities and services
provided to their guests.  However, they are all equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to
make your stay truly special. 

Carnival Cruise Line - The Fun Ships

Carnival Cruise Line claims to be the first one to introduce the more affordable and shorter two
day cruise. It also has five, seven, and fourteen day cruises. It has ports of call in:
Alaska (Glacier Bay, North Bound and South Bound Alaska), the Bahamas, Canada/New
England, Caribbean (Eastern Caribbean, southern Caribbean, and Western Caribbean),
Europe, Hawaii, Mexico (Baja Mexico and Mexican Riviera) and the Panama Canal. 
Trips to Bermuda are made on special arrangements. Presently Carnival has 22 “fun ships.”

Celebrity Cruises - A Touch of Class

Celebrity Cruises is one of two cruise lines owned by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Royal Caribbean
is the other. Celebrity Cruises can you take you to fourteen different cruise destinations.  It
journeys to places like Alaska, Australia/New Zealand, Bahamas, Bermuda,
Canada/New England, Caribbean, Europe, Galapagos, Hawaii, Mexico, Pacific Northwest,
Panama Canal, South America, and the transatlantic. The ten fleets owned by Celebrity are
enough to take you to the destination of your choice.

Royal Caribbean Line - Luxury at Sea

Royal Caribbean International has 21 ships that are fully equipped with the latest designs and
facilities to ensure you to have a pleasant and comfortable cruise. You will be taken to places
like Alaska, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada/New England,
Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, Pacific Northwest, Panama Canal, South America and
transatlantic. Prices vary according to amenities, type of ship and the length of the cruise.

Places to Visit

The next step in planning your cruise vacation is deciding on your destination. Let us take a look
at some of the more common destinations.

Alaska

Alaska is first on list simply because it is the first alphabetically. There are plenty of sights to see in
Alaska, two of which are the Arm Tracy Fjord and the Inside passage which Royal Caribbean
affords their vacationers. Carnival Cruise Line travels to Glacier Bay. Of course the city of Juneau,
Alaska’s capitol is a must-see.

Canada and New England

Canada and New England are perfect getaways during the fall. While the ship calls on one of
the ports in the area, you can choose from the many exciting itineraries. You can try the city of
Boston where famous institutions of higher learning are found. Maine is also and interesting state
to visit.  Get a chance to view the ocean from atop a cliff or visit the famous Acadia National
Park. The eastern part of Canada will appeal to you with panoramic views and scenic spots that
once influenced English settlers.