When Is a "deal" really a "deal?" Whether you're going on a cruise, buying a car or shopping for shoes, there are bargains…and there are bargains. So when it comes to buying passage on a cruise ship, what's the deal? As you have undoubtedly noticed, we run a fresh one here every day, five days… Continue reading A Deal Is A Deal Is A Deal…Right?
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Cruise Port — San Juan, In The Heart Of Cruises
This week, we're featuring ports you may find on your cruise itinerary, to give you a snapshot of what it's like, what ships usually go there and what some of the options are once you get off the ship. Today it's San Juan, Puerto Rico. Twice we've had the pleasure of being on a cruise… Continue reading Cruise Port — San Juan, In The Heart Of Cruises
Cruise Port — San Pedro, Accessible And Unique
This week, we're featuring ports you may find on your cruise itinerary, to give you a snapshot of what it's like, what ships usually go there and what some of the options are once you get off the ship. Today it's San Pedro, California. If you're driving to San Pedro, parking can be an issue.… Continue reading Cruise Port — San Pedro, Accessible And Unique
A Look Into Dry Dock…And What Follows
Knowing how fascinated we are by all things cruising, a good friend yesterday sent us an email with an interesting link. If you've never fully understood what happens when a ship goes into dry dock, stick around. The ship is the Norwegian Crown, or it was the Crown until it became the Fred.Olsen Balmoral, seven… Continue reading A Look Into Dry Dock…And What Follows
Panama Canal Delay Not Bad For Everybody
In the midst of a long drive this week, the subject of cruises came up, as it does every…oh, few hours. Specifically, we were thinking about the Panama Canal, because we've only done it once and that was four years ago, which means it's time to see it again. What we discovered is that prices seem… Continue reading Panama Canal Delay Not Bad For Everybody