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Book Cruise Ship Handbook

Download or read book Cruise Ship Handbook written by Markus Aarnio and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-09-10 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers a concise, yet comprehensive introduction to the engineering and other principles behind passenger cruise ships. It covers all the important regulations concerning cruise ship design and operation, as well as safety, stability, and environmental aspects. It describes principles of cruise ship hydrodynamics, structures, power plant and propulsion, as well as relevant machinery and control system. Further, it deals with key cruise ship hotel systems, such as air conditioning, freshwater, firefighting, garbage, wastewater and communication systems, and many more. Written in a concise, straightforward style, and including many original drawings, this book offers a unique, informative and inspiring guide, to students and professionals in the field of naval architecture and marine engineering, cruise ship owners and managers, and curious cruise ship passengers alike.

Book The Cruise Handbook

    Book Details:
  • Author : Lonely Planet
  • Publisher : Lonely Planet
  • Release : 2019-01-01
  • ISBN : 1788681061
  • Pages : 162 pages

Download or read book The Cruise Handbook written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exploring the frozen Alaskan wilderness; spotting elephants and lions on a Botswana river safari; sailing through the mighty fjords in Scandinavia and New Zealand; island-hopping the Caribbean, rich in colonial plazas and white sand beaches. Cruising has never been more diverse. This practical and inspiring guide gives you the lowdown on the wide world of cruises. Get essential advice and expert tips on everything from the types of cruises available, where to go and how to book a great deal, to packing and travelling with the family. This ultimate trip-planning tool also features the best destinations for beaches, adventure, culture, chartering and more. Designed for both first-time cruisers and those looking for inspiration, The Cruise Handbook will help you discover the enormous range of boat trips around the world, and find and book your perfect cruise. You'll also discover how to get the most out of each port of call. A fun and interesting read, it's packed with photos and top tips throughout. The handbook is split into four sections: Smooth Sailing, which includes: Why Cruise? Wide World of Cruising Where to Cruise When DIY It! Cruise Your Way Quiz Planning your Choice, which includes: Top Planning Tips Staying Healthy Top Packing Tips Cruise Etiquette Excursion Low-down Inspiration, which includes: Top Ten Affordable Cruise Destinations Top Ten Beach Cruise Destinations Top Ten Nature Cruise Destinations Best Cruises for Family Top Regions for LGBTQ, Food, and Culture Choose Your Cruise, which includes: Round the World Cruises Alaska Cruises Arctic Cruises Caribbean Cruises European River Cruises And much, much more About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Book Panama Canal by Cruise Ship

Download or read book Panama Canal by Cruise Ship written by Anne Vipond and published by Ocean Cruise Guides. This book was released on 2001 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This engineering marvel draws thousands of cruise passengers each year. From Caribbean base ports to San Diego, this reference provides the solid details readers need. Over 400 maps & full-color photos.

Book Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Ships 2020  Travel Guide eBook

Download or read book Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Ships 2020 Travel Guide eBook written by Berlitz and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2019-09-01 with total page 1598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want a holiday that's hassle-free, virtually pre-paid, and that lets you see lots of places while only needing to pack and unpack once, then you should try a cruise. This best-selling book is the cruise industry bible: it gives you all the information you need to choose the right cruise for you. Meticulously updated every year by cruise expert Douglas Ward, it is divided into two main parts: the first helps you work out what you're looking for in a cruise holiday and how to find it; the lively text and colour photographs describe every aspect of life on board, including safety, the highs and lows of the cruise experience and how to save money. The second part contains unbiased reviews and fascinating detail of almost 300 ocean-going cruise vessels, and grades them on service, food, entertainment and facilities, using an internationally recognised ratings system.

Book The Alaska Cruise Handbook

Download or read book The Alaska Cruise Handbook written by Joe Upton and published by Coastal Pub. This book was released on 2012-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated for 2012, A Rich and Unique Cruise Guide. Award winning author and mapmaker Joe Upton spent 20 years exploring the NW coast as a commercial fisherman and journalist, collecting stories, taking photos, making maps, and catching fish. In this book with over 300 color photos and included large illustrated map, he has assembled all the information you need for your Alaska cruise. Includes detailed information on excursions, wildlife, walks, ports of call, cruise planning tips, where to look for whales, and much more. But the enduring popularity of this book is because in addition to being a fully informational guide, it is filled with Joe's wonderful Alaska stories. Upton's maps are displayed on many ships.

Book The Cruising Handbook

    Book Details:
  • Author : Kevin Streufert
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2017-06-02
  • ISBN : 9781540352606
  • Pages : 354 pages

Download or read book The Cruising Handbook written by Kevin Streufert and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06-02 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: UPDATED FOR 2018! In this comprehensive book, travel professional and lifelong world traveler, Kevin Streufert, removes all the guesswork about cruising to help you maximize every dollar you spend and ensure a relaxing, worry-free vacation. Learn how to select the perfect cruise line, cruise ship, destination and sailing to fit your personal tastes and budget. Utilize Kevin's expert guidance to book wisely and plan ahead. Then familiarize yourself with an entire cruise vacation from the day you leave home to the moment you return. You'll discover what really matters when it comes to cruise ships, staterooms, shore excursions, dining options, spa treatments, drink packages, WiFi, and every other major component of a cruise. But the best feature may be all the insider tips and tricks you'll see, including what's worth your money, what's not, and how to swing the best deals along the way.

Book Cruise Ship Tourism  2nd Edition

Download or read book Cruise Ship Tourism 2nd Edition written by Ross Dowling and published by CABI. This book was released on 2017-01-25 with total page 623 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely updated and revised, Cruise Ship Tourism, 2nd Edition covers the economic, social and environmental impacts of cruising, combining the latest knowledge and research to provide a comprehensive account of the subject. Despite the industry growing rapidly, there is a substantial gap in the related literature, and this book addresses the key issues for researchers, students and industry professionals. A valuable 'one-stop-shop' for those interested in cruise ships and maritime tourism, this new edition from major names in the field is also an invaluable resource for anyone concerned more widely with tourism and business development.

Book The Period Ship Handbook

Download or read book The Period Ship Handbook written by Keith Julier and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A further venture into the world of static model sailing ships, offering guidance to the beginner and discussion on model making techniques for the more experienced. Suggestions on expanding the tool kit from the basic essentials towards more sophisticated equipment are followed by an overall view of commercially available kits and their selection. The main body of the book is devoted to the building of ten models, all available in kit form. Each vessel selected has something different to offer the model maker, whether it be the ornamentation of the Royal Caroline or the miniature authentic carpentry of the clinker built Holly. Information is provided on the English "Rate" system and the book concludes with a summary of more modelling techniques.

Book Nigel Calder s Cruising Handbook  PB

Download or read book Nigel Calder s Cruising Handbook PB written by Nigel Calder and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2001-05-28 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most comprehensive and helpful guide ever written for selecting and equipping a cruising sailboat Whether you’re a coastal or offshore cruiser, you’ll find your most pressing concerns treated with the know-how that makes for skillful, confident cruising in Nigel Calder’s Cruising Handbook. The author -- one of the most respected marine how-to authors on either side of the Atlantic, and author of the universally admired Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual, -- walks you through all key technical and practical aspects of modern cruising systems and equipment, providing you with a summary of the skills necessary for safe, enjoyable sailing. The first half of the book includes an easy-to-use tabular method for evaluating a boat's suitability for cruising; ideas for workable deck and interior lay-outs and organization; how to choose and configure suitable boat systems for cruising; and how to install gear for trouble free operation. The book's second half teaches you boat handling skills; core navigational expertise; anchoring techniques; weather understanding; heavy weather expertise; and specific skills for long-term and long-distance cruising.

Book Selling the Sea

Download or read book Selling the Sea written by Bob Dickinson and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2007-04-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An insider's view of how the cruising business operates Selling the Sea offers a complete picture of the cruise line industry along with step-by-step coverage of how to effectively market the cruising experience. This updated Second Edition features new coverage of how technology has impacted the industry, new niche markets in cruising, and expanded material on shipbuilding and design. It also includes insightful interviews with today's captains, social directors, food and beverage managers, and cruise line executives who have hands-on experience at the day-to-day workings of a cruise ship.

Book Happy Sails

    Book Details:
  • Author : Pamela Kane
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2004
  • ISBN : 9780967959184
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Happy Sails written by Pamela Kane and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cruise travel expert Pam Kane tells you everything you want to know--and some things you didn't even know you wanted to know!--about getting the most out of your cruise travel adventure. Specifically targeted at first time cruisers, even "old salts" will learn a thing or two.

Book Stern s Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2009

Download or read book Stern s Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2009 written by and published by Pelican Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 738 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to major cruise ships, and cruise lines. It provides information on: vital statistics; on-board attractions; travel necessities; and, ports of call.

Book Cruising

Download or read book Cruising written by Marc Mancini and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2000 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive new guide, written in conjunction with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), explains cruising in detail, the fastest growing segment of the travel industry. Chapters cover everything from who cruises and why to how to successfully market and sell cruises to the public. Detailed information is provided on cruise history, ship types, the cruise experience, where to cruise, how the industry operates, and promotional materials. The variety of activities -- including Internet activities -- found throughout reinforces concepts through practical application of learned material. Information on how to obtain Cruise Lines International Association certification is included.

Book Playing Off the Ports  BC and the Cruise Tourism Industry

Download or read book Playing Off the Ports BC and the Cruise Tourism Industry written by Ross A. Klein and published by Canadian Centre Policy Alternatives. This book was released on 2005 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction: BC and the Cru ... ; Avoiding Divide and Conquer: ... ; BC's Strong Bargaining Position; Taxation of the Industry; Environmental Protectio; Maximizing BC's Share of Cru ... ; Rethinking Cruise Tourism; Recommendations; Note.

Book The Unofficial Guide to Cruises

Download or read book The Unofficial Guide to Cruises written by Kay Showker and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-08-27 with total page 705 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the publishers of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World "A Tourist's Best Friend!" —Chicago Sun-Times "Indispensable" —The New York Times Five Great Features and Benefits offered ONLY by The Unofficial Guide: More than 100 cruise lines and 500 ships reviewed and ranked for value and quality Complete details on cruise lines, ships, and itineraries around the world Industry secrets for getting the lowest possible fare, plus extras like free vacation days Everything you need to know to make planning your cruise vacation fun and easy Helpful hints for getting the best cabin—without breaking your bank account

Book World Cruising Handbook

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jimmy Cornell
  • Publisher : International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
  • Release : 2001
  • ISBN : 9780071376105
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book World Cruising Handbook written by Jimmy Cornell and published by International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World Cruising Handbook is a companion volume to Jimmy Cornell's internationally best-selling World Cruising Routes and contains invaluable practical information on all aspects of cruising worldwide. The third edition of World Cruising Handbook has been thoroughly revised to bring it in line with the enormous changes brought about by the Internet revolution. Entries for all 185 maritime nations of the world have been thoroughly revised in order to gather together in a single volume all the practical information anyone would need when planning to sail anywhere in the world.Section I cover matters of general interest such as cruising formalities, health precautions, and radio and satellite communications.Section II describes the history, economy, political situation, culture, climate, language and religion of 185 countries and dependencies, as well as giving an insight into the cruising attractions of each country. Detailed information is provided on: Ports of entry Customs, health and immigration requirements Clearance procedures, cruising permits and bonds Ports, marinas and technical facilities Local time, currency, business hours, public holidays, electricity, etc. Section III contains information on IALA buoyage, U.S. and British chart agents worldwide and a glossary of useful terms in several languages.World Cruising Handbook is the indispensable reference guide for long distance sailors.The information in this book is continuously updated on www.noonsite.com, Jimmy Cornell's website for cruising sailors.

Book Stern s Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2007

Download or read book Stern s Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2007 written by Steven B. Stern and published by Pelican Publishing. This book was released on 2006-09-01 with total page 838 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pelican�s luxury-travel expert Steven B. Stern completely updates this guide each year to provide the most current and accurate descriptions of nearly 300 cruise ships. These listings include not only Alaskan, Mediterranean, and Caribbean cruises but also offbeat destinations like European barge trips and more. Every new edition also contains actual shipboard menus, activity schedules, price categories, and hints on how to best enjoy an eight-hour stay in port.