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Cruises
  
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There are a wide variety of
cruise itineraries available throughout the world from a
three day cruise to the Bahamas to a 100 day cruise
around the World. You can cruise the Mississippi to the
Mediterranean. We can match your needs to the cruise
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Cruise vacations are now more popular
than ever, partly because of the attractive,
all-inclusive pricing. You can get your transportation,
accommodations, all meals and every conceivable kind of
entertainment...all for one prepaid price. The prices
vary depending on the length and type of cruise you
desire and the accommodations you select. Many cruise
lines now offer generous discounts and booking
incentives. Our cruise specialists will obtain the best
value for your departure time.
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Accommodations on cruise ships, typically
called staterooms, can vary in size, appointments and
price. Outside cabins will cost more, since they provide
a view through an outside window or porthole and many of
the new vessels provide an outside verandah with a
wonderful view. Our cruise specialists will provide the
cabin that best fits your needs and budget. |
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If you like to eat then you are in for a
treat! You will be offered more food...more often than
you could possibly manage to eat. Many ships offer two
sittings for each meal particularly dinner; usually two
hours separate each sitting. You can request the sitting
that best suits your eating habits when you book your
cruise. Cruising is a wonderful place to meet new friends
and it usually starts in the Dining Room with your table
guests. Ask for a large table so you can meet new people.
Tables are usually available for two, four, eight, ten,
even twelve, and can be requested when you make your
deposit. The cost of all your meals from breakfast to
the midnight buffet are included. However, the cost of
cocktails is not included. Most cruise ships allow you to
charge the cost to your cabin to settle your bill at the
end of the cruise.
If you have special dietary needs (Kosher, low salt,
low sugar, etc.), let us know. We will ensure the ships
galley is made aware of your requirements.
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Take your bathing suit and
casual cruise wear but also be sure you are prepared for
all occasions, including the one or more formal attire
evenings usually included during your cruise itinerary.
And, make sure you pack a sweater for your romantic
evenings up on deck. We'll be able to give you more
dressing details after you choose your cruise ship and
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When you first board your ship, you will
be given identification that will permit you to get on
and off the ship as you wish in port. It also will be
used as identification when you sign charges back to your
cabin. On most cruises, you are given an account
identified by your cabin number that allows you to sign
for all charges during the cruise and pay them at the
conclusion of the trip. The only costs not prepaid as
part of the cruise price are for your drinks, shore
excursions and on-board services such as hairdresser,
masseuse, manicurist, photographer, etc. The ship will
publish a daily calendar of events, usually placed under
your cabin door during the night. This sheet will offer
you a schedule of social, recreational and entertainment
activities that are taking place all day long. Select the
activities you wish to participate in or just sit by the
pool and watch!
The cruise line will also offer organized shore
excursions in each port of call. These can range from
full-day sightseeing tours to an afternoon snorkel and
beach barbecue. You usually get a listing of these
excursions and their prices with your cruise tickets so
you can budget for them before you leave.
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You are encouraged to tip those members
of the ship's staff who have directly helped you enjoy
your cruise experience...your cabin steward, dining room
waiter, and busboy. This is usually done during the last
evening of the cruise. We suggest utilizing the cruise
ship envelopes found in your cabin. We consider the
following amounts appropriate: The average for a cabin
steward is $3.00 per person per day, the same for the
dining room waiter or steward and $1.00 per person per
day for the busboy. Wine stewards or sommeliers and
bartenders are tipped 15% of the cost of the wine or
drinks you have ordered. You may increase these amounts
particularly if you receive extraordinary service.
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During the final days of your cruise, the
Cruise Director will offer a session to all passengers on
debarkation procedures, everything you need to know when
you leave the ship. We suggest you attend this usually
brief session. It will cover such important subjects as
luggage procedures, customs formalities (usually less
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In selecting
your cruise, think about where you want to go...
from Alaska, to the Caribbean, to the Mediterranean...how long
you want to be gone and how much you can afford to spend.
Our experienced personnel will then assist you in choosing
the cruise that best fits your needs and budget. Just call or
stop into our office to plan your "Bon Voyage!"
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