Cruise Vacations for Dummies, 2001

by Golden, Fran Wenograd; for Dummies Travel

• ISBN13: 9780764561740
• ISBN10: 076456174X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-09-01
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Summary

Your insider's guide to the best cruise lines and values Set sail on the right cruise for you With scores of cruises in the Caribbean, Alaska, and the Mediterranean to choose from, how do you find one that's right for you? Relax! This easy-to-understand guide is all you need to navigate the world of cruise vacations-and sail into the sunset. Discover: Down-to-earth cruise-planning advice The best ships and packages for every budget Concise tips on sightseeing and shopping at ports of call Dozens of detailed maps Travel smart! www.dummies.com Get free updates on prices and attractions Book flights, hotels, and rental cars Share opinions with other travelers Browse exclusive, timely travel articles Register to win cool prizes

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(6)
Part I: Getting Started	7	(46)
Discovering the Best of Cruising	9	(10)
Finding Your Ideal Cruise	19	(22)
Planning Your Budget	41	(12)
Part II: Ship Shapes: Cruise Lines and Cruise Ships	53	(116)
Setting Your Sights on a Ship: Comparing Cruises	55	(8)
Mainstream Ships	63	(58)
Luxury Ships	121	(20)
Alternative and Sailing Ships	141	(28)
Part III: Ironing Out the Details: Planning Your Cruise	169	(30)
Making Your Reservations	171	(14)
Arranging Your Passport, Packing, Money, and More	185	(14)
Part IV: Getting Underway: The Cruise Experience	199	(74)
Getting to Your Port of Embarkation and Boarding Ship	201	(8)
Wining and Dining	209	(10)
Entertaining Activities and Routines for Well-Being	219	(12)
Gambling at Sea	231	(12)
Pampering and Pumping: Spa and Fitness Facilities	243	(8)
Shopping on the High Seas	251	(10)
Catering to the Kids: Activities for Children and Teens	261	(12)
Part V: Landing at the ports of Call	273	(192)
Seeing the Sights: Your Ports of Call	275	(6)
Landing in the Caribbean	281	(90)
Arriving in Alaska	371	(38)
Meandering In the Mediterranean	409	(46)
Exploring Other Destinations	455	(10)
Part VI: Disembarking: The End of the Cruise	465	(16)
Taking Care of those Final Details	467	(6)
Coming Home: Customs, Regulations, and Taxes	473	(8)
Part VII: The part of Tens	481	(16)
Fran's Ten Most Flat-0ut Amazing Ships	483	(6)
Ten Classic Cruise Experiences	489	(4)
Fran's Ten Favorite Cruise Ports	493	(4)
Part VIII: Appendixes	497	(18)
Appendix A: Toll Free Numbers and Web Sites and More	499	(8)
Appendix B: Worksheets	507	(8)
Index	515