Your honeymoon vacation would be wonderful on a cruise. You can even get married on some of the cruise lines. On one cruise vacation we were on, there was a couple that got married on land at the point of embarkation and then had the reception on the ship. Another time, it was funny when we were on the Grand Princess in the Casino, and in walked a bride in full bridal regalia. We took our honeymoon vacation on a cruise, which was fabulous. Ask your travel agent about cruise ships that leave on a Sunday or Monday if your wedding is on a Saturday. By taking a Sunday cruise for your honeymoon vacation you have 24 hours to make it to your ship and you won’t have added stress on your wedding day. There couldn’t be a better way to have a honeymoon. You can even set up through your Travel Agent a bridal registry which will enable your wedding guests to pre-pay for spa packages or champagne. It’s a perfect gift to give to newlyweds who are frazzled after planning their wedding. Cruise Tip for the Bride: You may want to book the cruise in your maiden name. All travel documents must match your ID. You will not have had time to change your passport or drivers license to your new name and Security is very strict since September 11th. So keep it simple, book the cruise in the bride’s maiden name and it is one less thing you have to worry about your honeymoon vacation. On Princess Cruise Lines the following ships, Caribbean, Coral, Diamond, Grand, Golden, Island, and Star Princess, can web cam your wedding ceremony to love ones at home. Any special occasion qualifies for a cruise, birthdays, honeymoon vacations, anniversaries, or family reunions. On the newer ships that have wedding chapels there is a storage space for your wedding gown next to the main lounge. This is useful when you purchase a package to get married at one of the destinations like Bermuda or St. Thomas. On one Cruise in Norway on Celebrity, we had spent the day touring and we were tired when we got back to the ship. We decided that we would stay in our Cabin and have room service. The dinner arrived on a rolling table with a white linen tablecloth, china, silver and wine goblets and we ordered off the dinner menu from the main dining room. What a romantic night that was. I highly recommend that. We’ve also had our breakfast delivered to the room and set up on our private balcony. Wonderful! Christmas and New Year’s are a great time to cruise although they are more expensive. The ships are beautifully decorated and the air is festive. You don’t do any of the work. If you cruise at Thanksgiving, trust me here, there will be a lot of families and lots of kids. An inexpensive time to cruise is the week before Christmas or Thanksgiving; all cruise lines have deals at that time. So pick your special occasion, be it a birthday, anniversary, or honeymoon vacation, whatever, call your travel agent and Set Sail!Happy Cruising!Copyright © 2006 Mary Hanna All Rights Reserved. This article may be distributed freely on your website and in your ezine, as long as this entire article, copyright notice, links and the resource box are unchanged.

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To go further, this article will take a closer look of the basic components of cheap cruises. What really makes cruises “cheap?” What should the customer expect to pay on this kind of deal and what should they get in return for their payment? There are several forms of components that make up cheap cruises. Here are the following factors that affects the price of cruises. •  Fundamental Cruise CostThe price of the cruises will involve some adjustment and accommodation. Most of the cheap cruises only offer a minimum amount of on-board entertainment and recreation activities. On the other hand, there are also some cruising companies that offer cheaper facilities and accommodations, activities on the ship. •  Some fees on port tax and tollNormally, the fees and other charges of different ports are affecting the prices of the cheap cruises. The cheap cruises basically have a line on these fees in regards to the payments passengers makes. There are also some cheap cruises that do not cover the passenger fare with these fees. On the other hand, most of the cheap cruises collect the parking fees from their passengers beforehand. For example, if there 20 passengers inside the ship, the authority of the shipping line will impose a head tax procedure. The parking fee of the ship goes to the implementing officials of the port. The funds collected will be used to maintain and improve the ports’ infrastructures, services and other activities. •  Summing up with the Airfare costThere are some cheap cruises shipping line that offers an Air and Sea Program. This program will allocate the passenger from the home city of the passenger to the port area. In many ways, the passenger who avail this kind of program will be given extra services. The cruises will offer the customer the handling of baggage and free transportation from the airport to the seaport. Aside from that, cheap cruises that have Air and Sea Programs will assist the customer in finding discounted hotels and meals. Now, there are many cheap cruises out there just waiting for you to come aboard. Most of them say that even if they are cheap they still offer world-class services. Choosing the appropriate cheap cruises is hard to do. Here are some basic things to be considered in selecting the best cheap cruises. •  Availing a cheap cost of cruise does not mean that it must have low-class type of service. The ship must give the customer extra space for suites and rooms. It would be great if the sleeping area and sitting room were located on the separate area. There are some cheap cruise ships were the rooms are only on standard cabins and has no balcony. Choose the cruise liner that has larger bedrooms and bathrooms. In other words, inspecting the boat prior to a trip would be the best thing to do. •  Beware of the cheap cruises that cancel the effectiveness of insurance. Remember, by canceling the insurance the customer is not covered by its benefits in case of illness and accidents during the cruise. •  Read and understand the cheap cruise advertisement, pamphlets and flyers carefully. There are some advertisements that are only persuading the customers with so many juicy details and copy writing and yet are not true. The actual price must not be hidden.      •  Avoid the lead-in prices. Most of the cheap prices are only intended to catch the attention of the potential customers. Consider the prices and the accommodation. A low priced cruise vacation must not have disgusting rooms and cabins. The price must not only be offered to the chosen residents or only for senior citizens. •  Be aware of the regulations of several traveling agencies. As much as possible compare the prices of several cruising services. Make the cheap cruises a little more enjoyable. Make sure to bring along some extra money for some expenses.   As an advice, secure your safety first.   Do not just settle on any cheap cruises. Researching can be a good idea. So when all things are done, packed up all of the baggage and enjoy cruising. For more info, please visit VACATION CRUISINGHow to save money without sacrificing fun!

It’s a shame to lay out $250 – $2,500 on a dreamy cruise vacation only to encounter unnecessary mishaps and inconveniences. So, in an effort to minimize the likelihood of a bump in the road to your perfect vacation, here are some common potholes that you can avoid. Mistake #1: Not Making Your Luggage Distinctive. At the end of your cruise, your luggage will be placed in a huge room with THOUSANDS of pieces of luggage, probably in some designated area based on the color of a luggage tag provided by the ship. No matter how familiar you think you are with your own luggage, it’s amazing how well your bags will blend in with the mass of cargo surrounding them. Having a quick, easy way to identify your luggage will be a major relief, especially if it gets misplaced.

BUT, that isn’t the main reason to make your luggage stand out. You will be entering this cavernous room with a couple thousand other people, some of whom stayed up all night partying. They are going to be impatient to get their bag and get out and there is a fairly good chance that their vision isn’t so good. If your bag looks like their bag, it could be a goner. And, if a stranger does take your luggage it could be hours, even days, before you get it back.

Do something durable and noticeable to your luggage so that it not only is recognizable to you, but also let’s bleary-eyed fellow travelers know that your bag is not their bag. Put stickers on it, paint a day-glo streak around it, sew a teddy bear onto the outside… just make sure it stands out. Mistake #2: Not Researching Shore Excursions Beforehand. It should come as no surprise that cruise line advertising folks have the ability to describe each and every shore excursion as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Of course, no cruise is complete without shore excursions and many of them are absolutely wonderful chances to do things you would never do otherwise. But, be smart here. It’s okay to get hoodwinked into thinking that palm trees do sway all day long and that sand feels like silk under your feet. But, it’s a whole ‘nother thing to be looking forward to that perfect, serene afternoon on a remote beach only to find out you have 500 friends, some with young kids, crowding around you and bumping into your beach chair while vendors hawk everything from coconut shells to t-shirts.

Before you commit, read some reviews, talk to the cruise ship shore excursion folks, ask fellow passengers, do some thinking. Most cruise ships have a “No Refund” policy on shore excursions, but don’t be afraid to ask for one if your experience is truly unacceptable. Better still, find out what you’re getting before you go. Many (if not most) shore excursions are just great and you’ll be happy you went. But cover your stump and you’ll be glad you did. Mistake #3: Runaway Bar Tabs. Unless you specifically choose a package that includes it, your bar tab is NOT included in the “all inclusive” part of your cruise. Adding to the bite is the ubiquitous 15% gratuity that gets added to every purchase you make on board a ship.

I could suggest that you drink less, but that’s just plain dumb! You’re on a cruise! So, pay attention to how much you drink. Those cute little umbrellas drinks that come in a stunning canary-yellow cup will cost you about twice what a basic cocktail costs. Cruise ship booze is already costly enough; you don’t need to help them out by spending more for a cup that you’ll stash in a closet when you get home.

Cruise ships have a policy against bringing alcohol on board, but the policy is very loosely enforced if you don’t flaunt it. In other words, don’t strap a handle onto a case of Budweiser and check it as baggage or load up your carry-on bag with bottles of Wild Turkey. Discreetly packed airline bottles of booze or cans of beer will probably go unnoticed. Don’t try to sponsor a frat party, but you can definitely help yourself out a bit.

You are allowed to bring your own wine on board if you plan to drink it at dinner, though you are charged a “corking fee”. And, you can also bring a small stash of non-alcoholic beverages (soda, water, etc) with no problem. You should definitely bring some water, especially if you’re cruising in warm climates. Mistake #4: Ignoring the Fury of the Sun Gods. Sun Burn treatments are the fourth most popular reason that people on cruises visit the ship’s infirmary. (The first three are: 1) bumps and bruises, 2) indigestion, 3) seasickness). Once you’re burned, there isn’t much anyone can do for you except try to alleviate the pain. (My favorite treatment for that is something called “Traumeel”. You can’t find it in the drugstore, but most health food places will have it. )

If you’re cruising in the winter months (Nov – Feb), you don’t have as big a problem. Even when you are in the sub-tropics, and even though your skin probably hasn’t seen sun for several months, the sun is hitting you at an angle and that makes all the difference. You still need to be careful, but you have more leeway.

In the spring and summer months, when the sun is overhead, you can get burned in as little as an hour, especially in the afternoon hours. Some silly people forgo the sunscreen because they want to make sure they get a tan. Not a good idea. Start your sunbathing session with at least 15 SPF (30 if you haven’t been in the sun, with extra protection on your lips). As you get closer to your end time, use less SPF. Even with a good sun blocker, your friends and co-workers will still know that you’ve been out in the sun.

Hats are a serious plus if you are in sunburn territory. Most people don’t put sunscreen on their heads, and so the part of your body that is getting the most direct rays for the longest period of time remains unprotected. Visors don’t protect your skull; you need some type of covering. Mistake #5: No First Aid Kit. As previously noted, there are several reasons that passengers end up wasting time (and sometimes money) visiting the infirmary. You may not be able to avoid all mishaps, but you can prepare for the lesser blunders. By the way, all of this applies double if you’re traveling with kids!Bumps and Bruises. The biggest reason people visit the ship’s doctor probably has something to do with mixing booze, slippery surfaces, metal railings and the rolling motion of the ship. For most of your injuries, the right size band-aid and a good analgesic crème will do the trick. A simple travel or camping first-aid kit will have what you need. Indigestion. One of the drawbacks of having such constant access to all that wonderful rich food that cruise ships are famous for is that people eat it. And eat it. And eat some more. Unless you are a strict disciplinarian, you can expect to consume about two or three times your normal food quantity in an average day. Add to that the steady consumption of alcohol that is a hallmark of cruising and voila! Indigestion. Take along some Alka Seltzer, some Pepto Bismol and sum type of antacid tablet, like Tums or Rolaids. All of these are available in tablet form. Some ships stores will have some of this, but not always and if you need it in the middle of the night you’re out of luck. Seasickness. The best treatment is prevention. After you get it, well… yuck! Check out the various forms of Dramamine that are now available, including pills and patches. The directions will tell you how much lead time before you hit the waves you need to get the maximum effect. You can also get acupressure wrist bands that work really well with some people.

One of the best treatments I’ve ever seen for treating seasickness once it hits you is Coke and soda crackers – lots of both. Some people say that 7-Up works also, but I think there is something in the caffeine in Coke that helps the whole process. If you are feeling sick, your cabin is the worst place to be unless the weather topside is really bad. Being able to get fresh air and see the horizon helps to trigger the brain sensors that calm seasickness. Headaches. We all know that booze can make your head scream for mercy, but so can sun and lots of new food. If you’re not used to heavy carbs in your diet and you scarf up lots of pastries, ice creams or gourmet desserts, your body can trigger the same symptoms it does when detoxing from too much alcohol. And, if you experience bumps, cuts or sunburn a pain reliever is a good thing. Have a supply of different types of pain reliever. Depending on the reason for your pain, aspirin may not work as well as Tylenol or Ibuprofen in a given circumstance. (Do I need to remind you to read the label and follow the directions?)Mistake #6: What? No Camera? A Picture Really Is Worth A Thousand Words. It’s hard to imagine, but some people will actually take the trip of their dreams and not take a camera. Or, they’ll take a camera, but they won’t keep it with them. Don’t do that. If you have a digital camera, use it, use it, use it. If you don’t have a digital camera, spring for about three or four disposable ones. And be sure to take you camera to the Life Boat Drill. You’ll know why when you get there.

A side bar to this camera thing is the Photo-ops that you have all over the ship. There will be dozens of them on your cruise – when you’re boarding, when you’re dining, when you’re getting off the ship, at the pool – at times it will seem like some one is taking your picture every time you turn around. You are, of course, free to decline. But I recommend that you give it a shot. Yes, these photos can be goofy, even cheesy, but they can also be a lot of fun. Plus, you just might end up with the best shot of the cruise. Some of the settings are outright elegant, rivaling what you would find at a studio. It’s a great way to get a nice formal picture for your living room or to send to your family, and there’s no sitting fee! Mistake #7: Buying From Street Vendors. Where ever you go on your cruise, once you step ashore you will be approached (accosted?) by local folks trying to sell you something. I’m not talking about the shops and makeshift kiosks you may find, I’m talking about the guys selling Cuban cigars out of their trunks, or pirated CDs out of a cardboard box.

Your best bet, unless you’ve been there and really know the score, is to just say NO. Regardless of how appealing the offer, just say NO. Most of the products are very low quality and you have no way to check it out before you buy. I know of people who bought CD cases with no CDs inside, watches that didn’t work, Cuban cigars purchased in the local drugstore, “handmade” jewelry that came out of bubble gum machines, the list is endless. And this applies SIXTEEN FOLD if some local guy tries to sell you some pot.

In most ports of call frequented by American-based vessels, this street traffic is actually illegal. You probably won’t get into trouble, but why risk it? Save your money for the honest locals and their little shops that are going to sell you watches that do work, they just fall apart in a few weeks. Mistake #8: Thinking You’ll Save Money “In Town”. One of the charming aspects of cruising is the ritual of visiting the local markets and shops. This is truly a fun experience and you can find all manner of unique and special items, but you probably won’t find any real bargains. There are bargains to be found, but you really need to know what you’re looking for and what it’s worth in the US. Don’t be cynical about it. It’s all part of the experience. Somehow, buying a wooden giraffe in Grand Turk is better than buying the same wooden giraffe at Pier 1 Imports, even if you pay a little more. Go figure.

You actually can save money when you buy liquor or tobacco products, but it might not be as good a deal as it first seems. Most ports have what are called “duty free” shops which means that there was no “duty” (i. e. import tariffs) paid on the products and so they are cheaper to sell in that country. The same applies to diamonds and other fine jewelry. The challenge is knowing what an item is actually worth. Just because these guys saved on the import fees doesn’t mean they’re passing the saving on to you. Also keep in mind that you are supposed to declare to US customs any purchases you make in a foreign country. Duty Free in Nassau doesn’t mean it’s duty free when you come back to the US. There are certain exemptions for personal items, but if you shell out some big bucks, you might lose the saving when you pay the US import fees.

So, don’t be a miser. Spend freely. Do some Christmas shopping. Spread your money around the local economy and have fun doing it. Just remember, these guys are in the business of selling stuff to foreign tourists. They know where the money is coming from and they know how to keep as much of it as they can. Mistake #9: Sticking around the port. Yes, ships are safe in the harbor, but that’s not what ships are built for. Most ports of call, especially when the call is for a day or less, are set up to provide the ships passengers with a particular experience. They accomplish this by making their ports as visitor-friendly as possible. The experience of Mexico that you get right outside the port in Cozumel is decidedly different than the experience of Mexico on the other side of the island. Around the port, all manner of business are set up to appeal to a particular comfort-zone and a particular economy.

But, often, just a few miles from the port, you can have a completely different experience. If you travel to Grand Turk, for example, you can spend a delightful afternoon at the resort-like environment of Margaritaville. The beach is well-maintained, though a bit crowded. There is a huge beautiful pool with lots of palm trees and man-made waterfalls. A beer will cost you about $6 and a burger will be about $8.

But a short taxi ride to the old downtown area will take you to a much more authentic location. At least for the time being. You can stroll crowded, dusty streets; see skinny dogs shuffling through garbage cans and have a local beer and piece of fried chicken for about $3. 75 at one of the local pubs. Sure, the pub would never pass an American food inspection and you may have to do without air conditioning. But the experience can be wonderful. You won’t get that experience staying close to the port.

Of course, you want to be safe and you want to be able to get back to your ship before it sales, so keep all that in mind. But, there is a whole universe of color, sound, smells and people that don’t ever get to the port and it’s worth the trouble to find it. Mistake #10: Not Preparing For the Journey Home. Sooner or later (it will seem much too soon), your cruise will come to an end and you’ll have to return to the land of making your own bed and cooking your own food. The journey home is often an irritating necessity and something to endure as quickly as possible. But, if you rush back into the reality you left behind, it’s kind of like a diver coming to the surface too quick after a deep dive. Your mind and body will resist.

If possible, do something fun on the way home. Stay an extra night in a hotel or visit a landmark or even a theme park. At the very least, stop at a nice restaurant for a leisurely lunch or dinner. A quiet picnic (even with fast food) at a rest area can be a perfectly delightful way to transition home.

Here’s a couple of things to do to make your return less stressful and hurried.

• If you’re driving, fill up with gas before you go to the port. Make sure that, when you leave, you don’t have to stop until you want to.

• When you have breakfast on your last morning, take some pastries with you, or even make yourself an egg sandwich. If you thought to bring a thermos with you, fill up on coffee or juice for the ride home.

• Leave some bottles of water in your car. Many bus companies will allow you to leave some personal items on the bus when you get to the port, so include some water and a pillow.

• Find out what the weather is back home. I once stood shivering in 40 degree weather outside the airport in a pair of shorts and an aloha shirt. Hey, it was 85 degrees when I left Puerto Rico that morning!

• Take the next day off. If you are returning to port on a weekend, good. If not, schedule the time off before you leave. Or call in sick. You’ll be SOOOOOOOO glad you did. A Final Suggestion.

Keep up with all of the information documents you got on the cruise – daily ships newsletter, shore excursion price list, etc. When you get home, file all this in a folder and then use if for reference material for yourself or someone else the next time a cruise is planned. And before your forget, write down all the things you wish you’d thought of and that you wish you had known. Make a complete list and stash it with the other cruise information you brought back.

Happy Cruising!

Family Cruising is the fastest growing segment of the cruise industry, and when it comes to the long-awaited vacation, cruising is the best choice for parents craving the chance to relax. Family-friendly cruise lines offer children's programs of the Board of Directors consisting of young certified counselors. Participation in these fun and educational opportunities is optional, but most parents find that it is sometimes difficult to get children to leave! The activities are offered in two days at sea while the ship is in port. Although this choice depends on the cruise line. Typically, you will find the children organized by age three or four different groups, each with relevant activities in the game rooms separately. Some cruises also have a club for teens. The minimum age to participate in the program on many ships is 2 or 3 years old and wearing diapers. Children not potty trained can still use the facilities, even if they need a parent or guardian to be present while your child enjoys. Cruise companies often give different clubs, the names. This is also the case of the "Kids Club". Carnevali, called Camp Carnival and celebrities have their own youth program X-Club, which offers a wide range of age and a specific animation for 3-17 years. Other cruise lines with the children's clubs are renowned Costa Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Island Cruises, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Ocean Village, P & O Cruises, Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean International . With a line like the Royal Caribbean Cruise, the baby is well and truly satisfied with on-board facilities such as ice skating, roller skating, mini-golf, rock climbing to name a few of the many activities on board. His latest Freedom-class ships, also has a pilot flow of cars on the upper decks of surfing skills. The cost of cruises has dropped in real terms recently, so a family can get on a cruise at a reasonable cost. The choice of cabins may limit, more cabins on a ship only contain a maximum of 4 passengers. However, with adjoining booths or some of the suites are larger than a family of four can be more easily accommodated. Everything contributes to a safe, enjoyable holiday, no worries for the whole family. Unlike a rent land based resorts, cruise with his family takes him to a variety of different targets with new worlds to discover almost every day.

On holiday with his family appears to be the most beautiful and forward to the activities of the entire family. What better way to enjoy your day off to spend in a place that would be more fun for you and your loved ones. Package holidays in the family have become more accessible and fun for most families.
Companies have devised various hospitality packages to the needs of your taste and budget. Among the many packages offered these days is the family cruise. If you have days ahead, why not take the family on a cruise on a ship that has facilities for children of all ages. There are ships that have adequate facilities for the needs of your family.
Since you are traveling as a family, children generally travel at a discount rate.
The price of family package that already includes all meals and snacks, while on board. It also includes room, all entertainment activities and wonderful boat. Above all, includes travel anywhere of your choice. Your choice of destination depends on the type of charm and culture who want to experience on your trip.
Cruise eliminate the problems that accompany a holiday routine. The package is convenient because activities are planned for each step of the road. No need to worry about dinner reservations or even the hassle of packing and unpacking.
Cruising with the family, do not worry your children get bored during the trip. Cruise lines have designed enjoyable activities for children who are supervised by trained youth counselors. They can enjoy swimming, sports, movies, games and adventures in new places. You will be amazed at the ease with which their children adapt to life on a ship. Nor should worry that the activities can be designed only for young children, including children with activities that are age appropriate.
Several lines of ships are equipped with the following services: babysitting, day and night for a minimum rate, teen centers, discos, game rooms, cabins, movie theaters and game rooms.
Family packages are available on various subjects. The cruises of the most popular family of children in mind are Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Disney, Princess, Celebrity, Holland and Norway.
Let me describe briefly what you would expect from some of the cruise. Disney cruise you will discover the wonderful world of Disney-fashioned activities for all taxis. Children from 3-17 will have the time of their lives, and to enjoy the magic of Mickey Mouse and fun activities like Detective School, Professor Goo's Magical Experiment and many others. Your teen, however, can go to special shelters where they could party with other children until midnight. All are designed with video games, Internet access and music. Sure, your kids will love!
Another popular cruise is the Princess cruise. Activities on board are well served by the directors of youth. This cruise has a youth center with a multitude of activities for young people to you. They can go splashing around in the pool for special children. They can also enjoy an afternoon pizza party or ice cream or even a slumber party and many others. Children can enjoy their hot tub, karaoke and TV giant.
With all the fun filled activities under the supervision of each of your children you and your spouse can actually enjoy time alone as activities are also designed for your pleasure.
Family trips can lead to places that could serve as a perfect family adventure. Beautiful beaches and fabulous scenery can be found at Cocobay and Labadee. Your kids probably will love the water parks, which are the state of the art and the Splash Bash at Labadee. Parasailing and snorkeling are just some of the activities that can be enjoyed by older children. The whole family love the shore excursions ancient ruins, museums and many attractions at the destination.
If you have not tried first cruise, this is the perfect time for a vacation in a different way. The pleasure and convenience are the main concerns of all cruise lines. After all, it's a holiday, not to do common tasks that you do when you travel on an airplane or a car. This will be a thrill of a lifetime to their children and bond attractive time for you and your other half.

Christmas, the most exciting time of the year for many. Young and old, cold hearts open up, and complete strangers exchange smiles in the street. But, lets face it, with the endless present buying combined with the stresses of preparing the perfect Christmas meal, not to mention the TV soap storylines reaching their long awaited depressing peaks, it’s no surprise that over 17 million of us Brits wish we could leave it all behind this year. And it never, ever snows.

Dreaming of something different? Whether it’s island hopping in the Canaries, swimming with dolphins in the Caribbean or a truly spectacular festive trip to Alaska that takes your fancy, cruising can be the perfect answer to a stress free Christmas getaway.

Last Christmas around 2. 5 million of us said farewell to the UK in search of warmer climates, with an increasing number choosing to cruise. It’s clear to see why the market is booming, cruise lines spend thousands of pounds each year transforming their ships into festive wonderlands, with lavish decorations, carol concerts, religious services and of course, scrumptious seasonal meals, minus the washing up! This December, Princess cruises have gone one step further in creating the magic of Christmas with their latest innovation – “falling snow” – in the Atriums of many of their ships. Amazingly, passengers can enjoy the romance, without the chills as the flakes vanish on contact.

Any child’s Christmas appetite will be well and truly satisfied onboard a family friendly ship. Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, crackers and games comes as standard, but with an onboard Father Christmas complete with grotto, and presents, and if they are lucky, a special reading of “The Night Before Christmas” by the captain, it will be an experience to remember. And the grown ups? Well, how about a glass of eggnog, Midnight Mass and a burning log fire on your cabin TV screen!

So is it expensive? The short answer is no, cruising works out to be outstanding value for money, and you can make huge savings by booking up early, or, if you’re really lucky, catching a great late deal that will see you and your family enjoying a Christmas next year to remember.

Christmas, the most exciting time of the year for many. Young and old, cold hearts open up, and complete strangers exchange smiles in the street. But, lets face it, with the endless present buying combined with the stresses of preparing the perfect Christmas meal, not to mention the TV soap storylines reaching their long awaited depressing peaks, it’s no surprise that over 17 million of us Brits wish we could leave it all behind this year. And it never, ever snows.

Dreaming of something different? Whether it’s island hopping in the Canaries, swimming with dolphins in the Caribbean or a truly spectacular festive trip to Alaska that takes your fancy, cruising can be the perfect answer to a stress free Christmas getaway.

Last Christmas around 2. 5 million of us said farewell to the UK in search of warmer climates, with an increasing number choosing to cruise. It’s clear to see why the market is booming, cruise lines spend thousands of pounds each year transforming their ships into festive wonderlands, with lavish decorations, carol concerts, religious services and of course, scrumptious seasonal meals, minus the washing up! This December, Princess cruises have gone one step further in creating the magic of Christmas with their latest innovation – “falling snow” – in the Atriums of many of their ships. Amazingly, passengers can enjoy the romance, without the chills as the flakes vanish on contact.

Any child’s Christmas appetite will be well and truly satisfied onboard a family friendly ship. Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, crackers and games comes as standard, but with an onboard Father Christmas complete with grotto, and presents, and if they are lucky, a special reading of “The Night Before Christmas” by the captain, it will be an experience to remember. And the grown ups? Well, how about a glass of eggnog, Midnight Mass and a burning log fire on your cabin TV screen!

So is it expensive? The short answer is no, cruising works out to be outstanding value for money, and you can make huge savings by booking up early, or, if you’re really lucky, catching a great late deal that will see you and your family enjoying a Christmas next year to remember.

Christmas, the most exciting time of the year for many. Young and old, cold hearts open up, and complete strangers exchange smiles in the street. But, lets face it, with the endless present buying combined with the stresses of preparing the perfect Christmas meal, not to mention the TV soap storylines reaching their long awaited depressing peaks, it’s no surprise that over 17 million of us Brits wish we could leave it all behind this year. And it never, ever snows.

Dreaming of something different? Whether it’s island hopping in the Canaries, swimming with dolphins in the Caribbean or a truly spectacular festive trip to Alaska that takes your fancy, cruising can be the perfect answer to a stress free Christmas getaway.

Last Christmas around 2. 5 million of us said farewell to the UK in search of warmer climates, with an increasing number choosing to cruise. It’s clear to see why the market is booming, cruise lines spend thousands of pounds each year transforming their ships into festive wonderlands, with lavish decorations, carol concerts, religious services and of course, scrumptious seasonal meals, minus the washing up! This December, Princess cruises have gone one step further in creating the magic of Christmas with their latest innovation – “falling snow” – in the Atriums of many of their ships. Amazingly, passengers can enjoy the romance, without the chills as the flakes vanish on contact.

Any child’s Christmas appetite will be well and truly satisfied onboard a family friendly ship. Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, crackers and games comes as standard, but with an onboard Father Christmas complete with grotto, and presents, and if they are lucky, a special reading of “The Night Before Christmas” by the captain, it will be an experience to remember. And the grown ups? Well, how about a glass of eggnog, Midnight Mass and a burning log fire on your cabin TV screen!

So is it expensive? The short answer is no, cruising works out to be outstanding value for money, and you can make huge savings by booking up early, or, if you’re really lucky, catching a great late deal that will see you and your family enjoying a Christmas next year to remember.