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Luxury Alaskan Cruises Are Growing In Popularity
By Virginia Morgan
In the last ten years, luxury Alaskan cruises have become one of the most popular types of vacations for many different kinds of travelers. From retirees to young families, Alaska cruises are Read more...
Whitsunday Holidays - Island Cruises
By Gordon L Halliday
The Whitsunday Islands of Australia are one of the most sublime and unforgettable vacation paradise locations in the world. Located between Townsville and Mackay, some 900 miles north of Brisbane, it Read more...
Luxury Alaskan Cruises Are Growing In Popularity
By Virginia Morgan
In the last ten years, luxury Alaskan cruises have become one of the most popular types of vacations for many different kinds of travelers. From retirees to young families, Alaska cruises are Read more...
Luxury Alaskan Cruises Are Growing In Popularity
By Virginia Morgan
In the last ten years, luxury Alaskan cruises have become one of the most popular types of vacations for many different kinds of travelers. From retirees to young families, Alaska cruises are Read more...
Cruise News:

Is the Europe cruise market soft?
Europe cruising has been so popular that many lines have added ships to the region. But does the 23 percent capacity increase mean there are too many ships sailing Europe?
Reader-submitted money-saving cruise tips
SmarterTravel.com cruisers are a knowledgeable bunch. Our Cruise Editor asked them for money-saving cruising tips and has printed the best in this blog entry.
New cruise website for New York cruisers
Since the invention of homeport cruising, New York's ports have gotten a new lease on life. Now a new website helps cruisers plan a vacation at sea from the Big Apple.
Norwegian goes all out for Valentine's Day
Norwegian is feeling the love as Valentine's Day approaches. The cruise line has put together special menus, treats, and packages for its mid-February cruises.
Return to Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Our Cruise Editor continues her voyage on Carnival, and discovers how Jamaica has changed since she was last there.
Two sides of Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman gives Caribbean cruising a bad name. Our cruise editor embraces the quiet and crazy sides of Grand Cayman at Seven Mile Beach and Margaritaville.
Another cold, rainy day in Mexico
In Mexico, our Cruise Editor experiences unusual Caribbean weather and learns why you think twice before booking outdoor tours far in advance.
Freedom is better than Fantasy
Cruise Editor compares one of Carnival's newest ships, the <i>Carnival Freedom</i>, to one of its older ships, the <i>Fantasy</i>.
Everything you wanted to know about Carnival (part 2)
If you have any questions about western Caribbean ports, the Carnival Freedom, or infamous Cruise Director John Heald, please send them to our Cruise Editor before her next cruise.
Voyager of the Seas arrives in Galveston
Cruisers from Galveston now have a new itinerary option. Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas has just arrived to sail seven-night Caribbean and Central America cruises.
Itinerary changes for the Azamara Journey
The <i>Azamara Journey</i> will swap its South America voyages and world cruise for Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings.
Changes onboard in 2008
New programs from five cruise lines will make onboard life more interesting in 2008. Here's what Crystal, Disney, Holland America, Princess, and Regent have planned.
QE2's last world cruise
For fans of Cunard's <i>Queen Elizabeth 2</i>, this week is bittersweet. The famous ship set sail Sunday on its last world cruise.
Survey rates top cruise destinations
Carlson Wagonlit Travel has rated the top cruise and international destinations for 2008. Read the sometimes surprising results and see how your favorite cruise locale stacks up.
Give your opinion on cruise ship discharges
Ever wonder where the waste water on a cruise ship goes? Now you can read an official report on this subject and put in your two cents.
Is Antarctica cruising safe?
For the second time this year, a cruise ship has run into trouble near Antarctica. Perhaps it's not as safe to ply icy waters as we originally thought.
News roundup from premium and luxury lines
Read the latest news from Crystal, Cunard, and Holland America, plus find out if your favorite lines garnered an award from Travel Weekly.
News roundup from the mainstream lines
The news includes new itineraries from Carnival, enhancements across Norwegian's fleet, and the debut of a new easyCruise vessel.
Norwegian Gem set to sail
The Norwegian Gem, NCL's newest ship, was christened today in New York harbor. The Gem is the eighth ship custom-designed for the brand's Freestyle Cruising fleet.
Regent Seven Seas acquired by Apollo Management
When the deal goes through in early 2008, Regent Seven Seas will become sister lines with Oceania and cousins with Norwegian.
Send in your Caribbean cruise stories and tips
Send in stories about your favorite experience while on a Caribbean cruise or your best tips on how to make the most of a Caribbean vacation at sea.
A new Queen comes on the scene
After much anticipation and hype, the <i>Queen Victoria</i>, Cunard's newest and second largest ship, has received its name and will set sail today on its maiden voyage.
Proposed rule may force cruise lines out of Hawaii
Customs and Border Protection is considering a change to the current cabotage regulations, which will help NCL America and hurt other cruise lines wishing to sail to Hawaii.
Disney introduces new Caribbean itineraries
Disney announced two new eastern Caribbean cruises for its 2009 season, featuring calls at St. Croix and Tortola. Find out why you should think twice before putting down a deposit.
Genesis ships will homeport in Ft. Lauderdale
Royal Caribbean has reached an agreement with Ft. Lauderdale's Port Everglades to base its 6,400-passenger Genesis ships there instead of Miami.