Download or read book Caribbean by Cruise Ship written by Anne Vipond and published by Ocean Cruise Guides. This book was released on 1999 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world's most popular cruise region, the Caribbean, is rich in history, culture, and tropical beauty. Now readers can learn about all aspects of this part of the world with "Caribbean By Cruise Ship". Includes details on ports of call, shore excursions, best beaches and best ways to get around islands and home ports. Over 400 maps and photos; 120 pages of color; 30 pull-out port maps.
Download or read book The Complete Guide to a Successful Cruise written by Jeraldine Saunders and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2000-12 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome aboard! Everyone's discovering that travel by cruise ship can be the most relaxing, romantic, regal way to vacation. Whether you're traveling unattached, as a couple, or on the family plan, The Complete Guide to a Successful Cruise will tell you everything you need to know about cruises before you step on deck. This guide answers all your questions, including: -How to choose the right trip package, cruising as expensively or inexpensively as you wish. -Guidelines on cruise etiquette, how many formal nights to expect, and an introduction to the ship's crew and officers. -How to take the best advantage of the ports of call. -How to go through customs, including lists of duty-free items and prohibited and restricted articles. Cruising on the high seas can be a wonderful, fulfilling experience, and The Complete Guide to a Successful Cruise guarantees a carefree adventure by giving you in one volume all the information you'll need.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Travel Guide to Cruise Vacations written by Fran Wenograd Golden and published by MacMillan Publishing Company. This book was released on 1999 with total page 478 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely updated, with the latest details on all the ships and their itineraries--plus a full-color photo insert.
Download or read book Rick Steves Mediterranean Cruise Ports written by Rick Steves and published by Rick Steves. This book was released on 2016-09-13 with total page 1388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set sail and dive into Europe's magnificent port cities with Rick Steves Mediterranean Cruise Ports! Inside you'll find: Rick's expert advice on making the most of your time on a cruise and fully experiencing each city, with thorough coverage of 23 ports of call Practical travel strategies including how to choose and book your cruise, adjust to life on board on the ship, and save money Self-guided walks and tours of each port city so you can hit the best sights, sample authentic cuisine, and get to know the culture, even with a short amount of time Essential logistics including step-by-step instructions for arriving at each terminal, getting into town, and finding necessary services like ATMs and pharmacies Rick's reliable tips and candid advice on how to beat the crowds, skip lines, and avoid tourist traps Helpful reference photos throughout and full-color maps of each city Useful tools like mini-phrasebooks, detailed instructions for any visa requirements, hotel and airport recommendations for cruise access cities, and what to do if you miss your ship Full list of coverage: Provence, Marseille, Toulon and the Port of La Seyne-sur-Mer, Cassis, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Villefrance-sur-Mer, Cap Ferrat, Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, the Port of Livorno, Rome, the Port of Civitaveccia, Naples, Sorrento, Capri, Pompeii, Herculaneum, the Amalfi Coast, Venice, Split, Dubrovnik, Athens, the Port of Piraeus, Mykonos, Santorini, Corfu, Olympia and the Port of Katakolo, Crete and the Port of Heraklion, Rhodes, Istanbul, Ephesus, and The Port of Kusadasi Maximize your time and savor every moment in port with Rick's practical tips, thoughtful advice, and reliable expertise. Heading north? Pick up Rick Steves Scandinavian & Northern European Cruise Ports.
Download or read book Alaska by Cruise Ship written by Anne Vipond and published by Vancouver. : Ocean Cruise Guides. This book was released on 2005 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This international bestseller is completely updated with new information on adventure hiking and land travel. With coverage of ports from Seattle to Anchorage and the Bering Sea--plus the Yukon and Inside Passage--this book is the benchmark of cruise guides to Alaska.
Download or read book Hawaii by Cruise Ship written by Anne Vipond and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sailing through the beautiful Hawaiian Islands by luxury liner is the North American dream cruise. This volume covers all the islands and attractions with extensive shore excursion details and cruise-and-stay options. Includes color maps and photos throughout.
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.
Download or read book The Cruise Companion written by Kevin Yano and published by [Calgary] : Tropical Breeze Pub.. This book was released on 2007-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Cruise Companion: A Practical Guide to a Worry-Free Cruise Vacationis your definitive guide to cruising. Not only will it give readers tips and information they need to get the most out of your cruise experience,The Cruise Companionwill also show readers how to get the best cruise at the right price. Written in reference-manual format,The Cruise Companionis an easy-to-read guide that covers all aspects of a cruise vacation in sequential order from selecting and planning a cruise to disembarkation and returning home. A veteran of the cruise industry, author Kevin Yano takes the mystery out of cruising and shows why it is such a great vacation option. With theCruise Companionin hand readers will be able to see more, do more, relax more, spend less and enjoy a truly worry-free cruise vacation.
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.
Download or read book The Complete Guide to Ocean Cruising All You Need to Know for a Great Vacation written by Robert W. Lucas and published by Travel. This book was released on 2019-09-23 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Guide to Ocean Cruising is a comprehensive source about cruising. The authors have shared years of experience gained from exploring the world aboard a variety of cruise ships. As you read through this book, you will find answers to questions that you might have about ocean cruising while you learn about the process for booking and enjoying a cruise. You will also find information that can save you time, money, and stress during various phases of your cruise experience. In addition to details about all phases of the cruise process, hundreds of "Savvy Cruiser Tips" that can help new and seasoned cruisers better prepare for and enjoy an ocean cruise are included. Additionally, there are "Did You Know" information tidbits scattered throughout that inform you about the cruise industry and travel throughout the world. And, there is a "Useful Information and Resources" section that contains information to enhance content found in the book. Some items in that section include a glossary of cruise related terms, descriptions of typical ship officers, listings of major cruise lines, their ships, and passenger capacities, description of cruise line owners, a form for creating a cruise budget, and much more.
Download or read book Catamarans written by Gregor Tarjan and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2007-10-08 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The modern cruising catamaran has arrived The arguments are over and the verdict is in--cruising catamarans comprise a rapidly growing percentage of the cruising fleet worldwide. Their advantages of space, stability, speed, and handling under power are truly compelling, and modern cats are every bit as reliable as monohulls. This long overdue, in-depth guide will help you choose and cruise the right catamaran for your needs. “An authoritative guide for novices and experienced sailors; the best book written on the subjects since the early 1990s.”--“Trimaran” Jim Brown, renowned multihull designer “In Catamarans, Gregor Tarjan shares his enthusiasm for yachts with two hulls, based on years of sailing all types. An excellent introduction.”--Dick Newick, legendary catamaran and trimaran designer “If you are contemplating spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on a cruising catamaran, the small price of this book is probably the best investment you could possibly start with.”--from the Foreword by Charles K. Chiodi, publisher of Multihulls Magazine
Download or read book Stern S Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2016 Edition written by Steven B. Stern and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2015-09-11 with total page 679 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This valuable guide assists you in selecting the ship best suited to your taste, advises you on how to prepare for your cruise, and explains what to expect once you are onboard. Stern discusses every major port of call worldwide, listing details on attractions, beaches, hotels, restaurants, shopping, sports, and other recreation. He also includes guidelines on how to make the most of an eight-hour stay in port.
Download or read book Ocean Cruising Cruise Ships 2005 written by Douglas Ward and published by Berlitz Publishing. This book was released on 2004-10 with total page 660 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a detailed guide to ocean cruising, with reviews of cruise ships and comparisons based on cabin facilties, service, destinations, and food, with special advice for singles, families, seniors, and the physically handicapped.
Download or read book Cruising written by Marc Mancini and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2004 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive profiles of two dozen cruise lines, a study of cruises by their geographic itineraries, and an insider’s view of cruise sales, marketing, and operations make this the only guide needed for learning how to succeed in the cruise industry. The content has been written in a magazine-style manner, making it easy and fun to read. And the author has applied a number of educational strategies, lending to Cruising’s easy learning manner. Particular attention is placed on key terms and phrases for better comprehension, activities and discussion items reinforce the concepts, and photos, graphics, and sidebars illustrate each chapter’s content. Dozens of leading industry professionals—including several cruise line presidents—have reviewed this material, ensuring that it reflects real-world insights into the business.
Download or read book Fodor s The Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2019-03-26 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by locals, Fodor's The Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises is the perfect guidebook for those looking for inside tips to make the most of their visit to Alaska by cruise ship. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this Alaska Cruise travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease. With detailed profiles of every major cruise line and ship sailing in Alaska, not to mention concise and practical overviews of more than 20 top ports and major inland destinations, this guide offers Alaska cruise passengers everything they need to know to plan their cruise. Combined with an extensive and practical cruise-planning chapter, this book really is a complete and comprehensive guide to Alaska cruises. Fodor’s The Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises includes: •UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: From detailed information on planning an Alaska cruise to reviews on the latest big- and small-ship cruise lines and ships to head to Alaska, this new edition is the most complete guide to Alaska cruises on the market. Destinations include the top ports as well as the top inland cruise-tour destinations. •ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE: A spectacular color photo guide captures the ultimate unmissable experiences and attractions throughout Alaska's major cruise ports to inspire you. •DETAILED MAPS: Full color and full-size street maps throughout will inspire and help you get around confidently. •GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Full-color photos will help inspire you. Stunning magazine-style, illustrated color features focus on whales, glaciers, Alaska Gold Rush history, and beautiful local handicrafts you can buy in many ports. Guides to the state’s flora and fauna help you spot your favorites. Illustrated cruise ship reviews help you pick the right ship and line. •TOP RECOMMENDATIONS: Includes tips on where to eat, stay, and shop as well as information about nightlife, sports and the outdoors. “Fodor’s Choice” designates our best picks in every category. •INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: We give you all the planning tools you need to tailor your trip and choose the cruise that best suits you: reviews of cruise lines and ships, overviews of all the major Alaska cruise itineraries, and an extensive practical planning chapter to help you understand what’s included in the fare (and not) and how to make the most of your time on board your chosen ship. We recommend the top shore excursions to book as well as what to pack. •COVERS: Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve, Haines, Homer, Juneau, Ketchikan, Kodiak Island, Seward, Sitka, Skagway, Whittier, and more. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for more than 80 years. Looking for an in-depth guide about the rest of Alaska? Check out Fodor’s Alaska.
Download or read book The Unofficial Guide to Cruises written by Kay Showker and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2010-04-12 with total page 704 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In keeping with the Unofficial Guide philosophy, this book pulls no punches as it reports on the nitty-gritty details of more than 100 cruise lines and 500 ships, ranking each for value and quality. The authors reveal industry secrets for getting the lowest possible fares, share helpful hints for getting the cabin you want most at a price you can afford, and give strategies for booking hassle-free air connections, making the most of your time and money on board, and figuring out who your fellow passengers will be.
Download or read book Stern s Guide to the Cruise Vacation written by Steven B. Stern and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2012-10-10 with total page 818 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is the book with which to gain a full and thorough understanding of the wonderful world of cruising. Repeat cruisers and novices alike will gain from the volume of features--menus, daily schedules, photos, as well as details on every cruise ship and port of call throughout the world. This should be the encyclopedia for any cruise afi cionado." -World of Cruising "People who've never cruised before-or those who have, but find themselves faced with a confusing onslaught of new ships-need to know a great deal, and this book goes a long way in providing it." -Chicago Tribune "Stern's Guide to The Cruise Vacation" is one of the most comprehensive authorities and a must have for both the novice and the seasoned cruiser." -Porthole Magazine Steven B. Stern is the ultimate authority on luxury travel, especially cruise vacations. Whether readers are sailing the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, the South Seas, Alaska, Southeast Asia, or the waterways of Europe, this is the most comprehensive guide available, with details on all aspects of cruise-ship travel. Updated annually, this edition lists descriptive information for all major cruise ships, including each vessel's history, vital statistics, appearance, itineraries, price range, and sport, dining, and medical facilities. Stern evaluates every detail by bestowing overall Star Awards as well as ratings in eleven specific categories. More than two hundred photographs of ships, decks, and interiors are included, along with actual shipboard menus and daily activity programs for each featured cruise line.
