When it comes to taking a cruise on river or ocean, it’s pretty tough to go wrong. Both offer incredible views, luxurious amenities, and the opportunity to explore interesting ports. But each one comes with its own unique perks and depending on your specific needs for your next trip, you might find that one is a slightly better fit than the other.
Set sail back in time to the golden age of travel when the only way to get from Europe to the United States was by ship. A true icon in the world of travel, the Queen Mary 2 is an elegant and legendary ship.
Built by Peter the Great, as Russia’s new western style capital, after his tour of Europe. He came home and found Moscow too “old fashioned” and while he was at it made all the noblemen shave the beards they wore. His version of dragging Russia out of the Middle Ages into the 17th century.
If you only have a short time and want to see all the islands I would suggest NCL's Pride of America, sailing weekly out of Honolulu. You will get to see all the islands, with overnight stays in Maui and Kauai, plus on the Big Island you will stop in Kona and Hilo. Add a few days pre-cruise in Honolulu and you can see all the islands in 9 days!
When clients come to me looking for a “fun for the whole family” vacation with lots of activities for the kids but still gives Mom and Dad time for relaxation, a family cruise is almost always among my list of recommendations. Cruises are an excellent way for families to see the world and have a ton of fun along the way. Cruise ships have become almost like a destination unto themselves… and they take you to some pretty exciting and scenic locations as well. There are so many fantastic ships and itineraries out there that it can be hard to pick the one that is right for you.
Perhaps your the type of person who would like to take a cruise, but the thought of being on a large ship with 3000+ passengers and doing the same things they are doing just doesn't excite you, and you want personalized service and experiences.
For most families who look into planning a Disney Cruise vacation, there is an element of "sticker shock" when they initially hear the price… especially for travel during the busiest seasons. One of the questions I am asked most often is "are Disney Cruises really worth the cost?"
According to findings from the MMGY Global Portrait of American Travelers survey, more than 40 percent of Americans reported taking a multigenerational trip in the previous year. And demand continues to rise, with MMGY Global forecasting mutigenerational trips to increase. The appeal is obvious; Grandparents love to spoil grandchildren, working parents like to use limited vacation time to get everyone together and kids of any age enjoy reconnecting with family they may not see often. What's less obvious is how to organize a successful trip for the whole gang.
Do you have dreams of going to Alaska? Well, make those dreams come true and jump aboard one of Alaska's most popular cruise lines. You won't regret it. We want to tell you of the six most significant reasons you should cruise to The Last Frontier sooner rather than later.
"Why don't you find someone to go with you?" Have you ever heard that from a travel supplier if you are looking to take a trip by yourself? Let's be realistic not everyone has a partner or a spouse and it can be for a variety of reasons that you really shouldn't have to explain.
One of the benefits of attending Cruise Planners’ Annual Convention is it’s usually tied to “test driving” a new cruise ship. It’s even more so when a cruise line is introducing a new class of ship, like the Celebrity Edge, the company’s first new ship in 6 years.
When it comes to cruising, we have five preferred partners who we believe represent the best of the best on the sea when it comes to cuisine, service, amenities, itineraries and other intangibles that sets them apart from other cruise lines. We enjoy preferred status with these lines, and our clients benefit from this as well.
