Cruise Vacations

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Monday, February 26, 2007

Scandinavia Cruises

So why should you cruise the “Magic Baltic”? And what is the reason why so many cruise itineraries put the focus on the Baltic Sea?
Most likely because it offers a whole new vacation ground ripe for discovery.
Still relatively undiscovered by the masses, the Baltic nations are a delightful mix of unspoiled landscapes, restored medieval towns and modern cities.




From unblemished countryside that entices outdoor enthusiasts with hiking, fishing, biking, swimming and sailing to cultural-packed cities and towns, the Baltic area offers something for everyone. And cruising is an excellent and easy way to explore this fascinating region.

Ports of call introduce the region’s history, illustrated by magnificent palaces and beautifully restored medieval cities. These culturally rich nations boast museums, world-class performing arts, and traditional decorative arts and crafts. Shore excursions are the perfect way to sample such attractions as theme parks, open-air museums, nature adventures, outdoor sports and, of course, great shopping.

It is an easy and pleasant way to explore a number of scenic and historically fascinating countries. The ports introduce the region’s history, illustrated by magnificent palaces and beautifully restored medieval cities. And the shore excursions offer a chance to sample attractions such as theme parks, open-air museums, nature adventures, outdoor sports and great shopping.

Situated in the center of this fantastic area, Stockholm, truly the sparkling jewel of the Baltic region, is one of the perfect places to begin or end a cruise. Located between Copenhagen, Denmark and St. Petersburg, Russia, Stockholm has the perfect location for visitors.

Stockholm represents the best of the region with a long history, spectacular scenery and monuments as well as outstanding dining and shopping. Best of all, however, is the openness and friendliness of Stockholm's citizens who welcome you to their city.
Approaching Beauty on Water – The route from the outer islands of the archipelago to the city of Stockholm is an enchantment in itself.

There are many major cruise lines that operate the Baltic route.

Major cruise lines operating the Baltic route include:

Celebrity Cruises
Holland America
Royal Caribbean
Princess Cruises
Norwegian Cruises





Saturday, February 17, 2007

Alaska Cruises

Discover Alaska..

The Inside Passage is also known as the Panhandle and as simply "Southeast." is Alaska's biggest cruise destination, but popular cruises also visit Prince William Sound, the Gulf of Alaska and the Bering Sea.




The main ports of call are Ketchikan, Sitka, Juneau and Skagway, along with Glacier Bay National Park and Hubbard Glacier in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.

Prince William Sound, tucked into the underbelly of Alaska, holds abundant wildlife and glaciers, including Columbia Glacier. Cruises heading to Whittier travel through part of the Sound.
Cruises in the Gulf of Alaska visit Seward and Kodiak.

Bering Sea cruises call at Unalaska/Dutch Harbor, Nome and the Pribilof Islands.






Passengers are treated to heroic, historic and romantic scenery, plus sightings of Alaska's most majestic wildlife: whales, bald eagles and bears.


Round-trip passengers on one-week Alaska cruises embark at Seattle, Washington, or in Vancouver, British Columbia. The routes usually run the length of the Inside Passage and back.

One-way passengers often board at Seattle or Vancouver and travel as far as Seward or Whittier, Alaska. Once they're back on land, they board a bus, train or car for their further travel and usually fly home from Anchorage or Fairbanks. The trip is also made in reverse for south-bound travelers.

In addition to these weeklong cruises, there are local day cruises, especially in Juneau, Whittier and Seward. These visit glaciers and search for whales and other wildlife such as eagles, bears, sea lions and sea otters.

Most of the major cruise lines operate the Alaskan route: Here are some of the most popular ones:

- Holland America Cruises

- Celebrity Cruises

- Princess Cruises

- Royal Caribbean Cruises

- Carnival Cruises

- Regent Seven Seas Cruises

- Norwegian Cruises

- Majestic America Cruises

Monday, February 12, 2007

Bermuda Cruises

Horseshoe Bay Beach, Bermuda



St. George, Bermuda, a world heritage site



Bermuda, is filled with beauty from the gorgeous beaches and flower-lined lanes to the pastel coloured, white roofed, houses.

Many people mistakenly believe Bermuda is part of the Caribbean. In fact, Bermuda rests hundreds of miles north of the Bahamas in an astoundingly beautiful stretch of the Atlantic. A mere 1046KM / 650MI east of North Carolina, flights from New York and other eastern US cities reach our shores in less than two hours!

Bermuda’s impeccable location keeps its islands warmed by the Gulf Stream and the sun’s rays, but free of the tropics’ relentless heat. The hottest part of the year: May through mid-October, when temperatures hover between 75°F / 23°C and 85°F / 29°C.
During the winter months, temperatures average a balmy 70°F / 21°C

Bermuda composes of approximately 180 islands and divided into nine picturesque Bermuda Parishes that comprise Bermuda. They include Devonshire, Hamilton, Paget, Pembroke, Sandys, Smiths, Southhampton, St. Georges and Warwick. Allow yourself some time to research the parishes and find out which area you would be interested in when taking a Bermuda Cruise.

There are a number of different cruises with itineraries in Bermuda offered by most of the major lines.

Carnival Cruises - Carnival Cruises is the world's largest cruise line because they offer quality cruise vacations at affordable prices.

Princess Cruises - Princess Cruises are known for their luxury and dollar value. Created from modest beginnings with one ship, Princess has grown to be one of the largest cruise lines in the world.

Royal Caribbean Cruises - A leader in providing exciting and memorable cruise vacations to thousands of guests along the way. RCCL is a proven leader in the cruise industry and the luxury and amenties offered are second to none for today's cruising public.