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Cruise Line vs Independent Cruise Shore Excursions

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Guided cruise shore excursions are a great way to take in a port-of-call and make sure you get to see the highlights. With a knowledgeable tour guide and a well-planned tour program, you can maximize the short time your cruise ship will be in port. Many people book their shore excursions directly with their cruise line, perhaps, not aware that there are several independent shore excursion companies that can offer alternative guided experiences ashore. Which one is the better option? The answer to that question depends on several factors. Reputation…

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What to Do First Onboard a Cruise Ship

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You’ve waited a long time for your cruise to arrive and the anticipation has been making you crazy. We know, that moment you first step onboard is special, almost magical. You want to see and do everything right away before you even leave the port. Before you slap on the sunscreen and head to the pool, here’s a few things you may want to take care of first. Confirm Dining If your dining was not confirmed at time of booking or prior to your cruise departure, you’ll want to go…

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5 Great Indoor Activities on Cruise Ships

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Most of the time being on a cruise ship is about spending time outdoors; enjoying the sea views, taking a plunge in the pool, basking in the sun or just a nice walk around the deck. What do you do if the weather doesn’t cooperate or you just want a change of scenery? We’ve selected 5 things that you can do indoors on your next cruise. Spa/Fitness Center Treat yourself to a spa day. The spas on board most cruise ships are huge and offer all of the services of…

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Tips to get the Best Price on a Cruise

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Getting the best cruise prices has a lot to do with when and how you book it. There are always promotions or offers available, but how do you know if your price and promotion is the best one? Compare Prices from more than One Source Unless you have a trusted travel agent or consultant at a cruise line, who you know always gets you the best deal, shopping various sources can give you a clearer view of actual prices in the marketplace and allow you to gauge if a particular…

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5 Things to Love About Carnival Cruise Line

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Carnival Cruise Line has long been known for offering the most fun at sea. Their ships appeal to all types of cruisers from all ages and tastes. It wasn’t easy to just pick five, but we compiled the following list of 5 things we love about Carnival Cruise Line. Included Food Options When it comes to food on Carnival Cruise Line, you’ll never go hungry. Not only is there lots of food, it’s also very good. While many cruise lines give you a choice between just casual dining in the…

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