Drive Your Workaholic Insane, Take A Cruise
Posted on March 17, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
What I want to tell you is what vacations are for me, a mother and wife. Tom and I have been married for 23 years and have had four children (We gave one to the U.S. Marines, and are looking for the highest bidder for the other three.) Our first child was born after we had only been married for 14.4735 months (At least according to Tom, Some odd calculation of his.) So when we were younger (speaking as a 41 year old) vacations were few and far between. Most of the time our vacations were visiting family, camping trips or after we got a little more stable, we started using Time-share condo’s. Needless to say that is still not much of a vacation for “The Mom”. I still have to cook and clean, sometimes for more than my little brood, and the kids still do not want to clean the kitchen.
Read More..>>European Cruise Vacations Advice And Ideas
Posted on March 16, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
Discover a New World of Cruising With European River Cruises
For those who have cruised to every tropical island, the Panama Canal, and even Alaska, should take heart that there are places that are available to cruise that are new and exciting. You can find new treasures when you decide to try European river cruises.
If you love cruises and feel that you have experienced everything that the cruise lines have to offer, you can think again. European river cruises are a great way to have a holiday during the off seasons for tropical cruises, where you can discover the history and charm that abound on European river cruises.
Read More..>>Leave The Steamer Trunk At Home When You Cruise!
Posted on March 16, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
There are really no ‘dress codes’ on cruise ships but more like guidelines to assist you in bringing the right items. Having traveled with a spouse and two teen age daughters, this writer is, however, painfully aware of the cruise shoe formula which is take the number of cruise days and multiply by 5. How else could one possibly pack 35 pairs of shoes for a one week voyage?
But seriously, less is often more on a cruise. The style of ship you have selected usually dictates the way that passengers dress. The shorter and less expensive cruises skew toward very casual and the longer cruises on luxury ships tend to be more formal.
Read More..>>Discover Cruising With European River Cruises
Posted on March 14, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
Think of a cruise and you’ll probably think of the open waves and enjoying the many benefits of a cruise ship while surrounded by nothing more than ocean on all sides. But a cruise does not always set sail on an ocean. Some of the best cruises the world has to offer are actually river cruises, and what they might lack in distance travelled they certainly make up for in sights to see.
Are River Cruises Shorter Than Normal Cruises?
Read More..>>All Inclusive Cruises - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
Posted on March 13, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
We all love vacations, but while they are times in our live full of fun and new adventures, going on vacations means also an added cost that hurt our pockets. This is a cost that goes on paying food, entertainment and beverages. All inclusive cruises let you stay away from the money problem while enjoying great vacations. All inclusive cruise hips have everything included in the package. Food, beverages and entertainment don’t have to worry you anymore. But you may be indecisive if you want to go on a traditional cruise sip or an all-inclusive cruise. You are not alone; in fact there are more people like you than you think.
Read More..>>European Cruise Vacations Advice And Ideas
Posted on March 12, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
Discover a New World of Cruising With European River Cruises
For those who have cruised to every tropical island, the Panama Canal, and even Alaska, should take heart that there are places that are available to cruise that are new and exciting. You can find new treasures when you decide to try European river cruises.
If you love cruises and feel that you have experienced everything that the cruise lines have to offer, you can think again. European river cruises are a great way to have a holiday during the off seasons for tropical cruises, where you can discover the history and charm that abound on European river cruises.
Read More..>>Timeshare Or Luxury Travel Membership - Which Is The Better Investment?
Posted on March 11, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
Timeshares are costly and very limiting. There are large up front costs and ongoing fees, which can be as much as $400 or $500 a month. Generally, timeshares can be used only once a year, some only every two years, and you can’t always get them when you want them. Most people don’t want to travel to the same place year after year. Because there are so many interesting and exciting destinations around the world, it makes absolutely no sense to invest your money in one destination. You can exchange your timeshare for another location, but this can be extremely difficult. Fortunately there is an exciting alternative that will save you thousands of dollars in the long term.
Read More..>>Top Cruise Secrets Revealed
Posted on March 10, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
There are more than 200 cruise ships that you can choose from today. But the one thing that they all have in common is that a little advance planning and “insider” knowledge can help you save time and money on your next cruise. Here are the “top ten tips“:
1. Maximum flexibility = Maximum savings. Most travelers have some flexibility in their travel dates, especially if planning ahead of time. Let your cruise specialist know that you can consider alternate departure dates that may have lower rates available. Keep in mind cruise lines will offer better prices and perks on sailings that are not nearing capacity.
Read More..>>Cruise Budget Considerations
Posted on March 10, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
A luxury cruise vacation was once the sole preserve of the rich and the famous so a cruise budget was the last thing to consider. You really did used to have to be very wealthy to say bon voyage and sail of on a magical cruise vacation. For the poorer people there was an underclass of cabin down below but the two classes would hardly ever meet on board.
Read More..>>Cruise Planning Ideas - Top Dream Cruise Tips
Posted on March 4, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment
Like anything in life, planning does not ensure a success. And if you don’t, then the odds are far greater that the outcome will not be as you expect!
Here are here are a couple of cruise planning tips to look out for:-
1) Date Setting
Choosing the right dates for everyone in your party is necessary, as there will be differences in people’s needs, especially if you have a large party coming from all over the place.
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