Cruise Guide: Top ten reasons to book your cruise today
By Matt Roseboom Anytime is a great time to take a cruise, but with the economy the way it is, now’s an especially great time to start planning your next cruise. The deals are unheard of. You’ll find bargains ranging from free excursions to bringing kids for free, to just great prices. If great deals …...
Cruise Guide: Blushing brides beam aboard Star Flyer
By Michael Coleman Cost-conscious honeymooners take note: Your ship has come in. Star Flyer, one of three ships in the Star Clipper’s fleet, not only will be offering the beauty and romance of Tahiti in 2009, but lucky brides will now receive 50 percent off the cruise fare....
Cruise Guide: Celebrity to offer wedding vow renewal packages
By Michael Coleman With a host of romantic destinations serving as a backdrop, guests aboard Celebrity Cruises might want to consider renewing their wedding vows on an upcoming sailing. The line, in partnership with The Wedding Experience, offers two packages. “Vow renewals are the perfect romantic gift for spouses to give each...
Cruise Guide: Princess helps couples tie-the-knot at sea
By Michael Coleman Tying the knot at sea is as old as cruising itself. Gentle ocean breezes and picture-perfect sunsets put many a couple in the mood to say “I Do.” Whether sailing off the coast of an idyllic Tahitian island, cruising the Amazon or exchanging vows in the sun-drenched Caribbean, what’s not to like...
Cruise Guide: D.C. power couple to pontificate at sea
By Michael Coleman Political junkies need not worry about missing the latest election news from home while sailing abroad this summer. The husband and wife tandem of James Carville and Mary Matalin, Democratic and Republican political commentators respectively, will share their insights during Crystal Cruises’ 12-day voyage from...
Cruise Column: Planning is the key to a successful cruise vacation
By Mike Coleman It’s official. You’ve booked that long-awaited cruise vacation but are now wondering what you should do prior to departure. What will life really be like on board, you ask, and will it be worth it? ¨¨For first time passengers guests in some circles – these nagging questions coupled with pre-trip...