Located just 90 miles from the US, Cuba seems close, yet just a few years ago it was impossible for Americans to visit. Now that the restrictions are lifted, many still pay high prices for a glimpse of the mysterious land with classic cars and hand-rolled cigars. But the scenario changed when cruise lines decided to tap into the emerging tourism market in Cuba. Traveling to … [Read more...]
Top 5 Winter Cruises to the Caribbean
This winter, if you live close to one of the cruise ports you don’t need to board a plane to find a piece of sun-splashed paradise. Even if you live away from the cruise ports, you are just a four-hour flight or less away from one of these ports. Let’s find paradise and cruise with one of the top five winter cruises to the Caribbean. 1. Winter Cruises with Royal … [Read more...]
Transatlantic Repositioning Cruises for Those Who Hate Flying
Ever heard of repositioning cruises? Cruise lines like Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean and Princess Cruises’ Caribbean cruise season usually end before summer begins. That’s when the cruise ships are sent to Europe- in late April or early May. In late autumn when the weather gets a little cooler these ships begin their voyage back to the Caribbean from … [Read more...]
How to Choose A Perfect Caribbean Cruise for Your Next Cruising Experience
Statistics show that the annual cruise industry revenue is $37.8 billion for the US economy. In 2010, 10.2 million cruise passengers originated from North America with an average length of cruise of 7.2 days. Of the millions that were surveyed, 43% preferred to cruise in the Caribbean compared to Alaska, Mexico, Europe, Bermuda and Mediterranean. (Source: Statistic … [Read more...]
7 Tips For First Time Cruisers
More than 16 million people went on a cruise in 2011 and out of that number about 11.2 millions are North Americans. According to Norwegian Cruise Line, first time cruisers are always amazed at how cruises really put their vacation dollars to work. With all meals, accommodation, transportation to different ports of call, entertainment (excluding casino) and on board … [Read more...]
St. Maarten: A Port of Call in the Caribbean
St. Maarten is one of the most popular ports of call in the Caribbean. No other destination has become more synonymous to cruising than St. Maarten. This little island consists of two countries, The French St. Martin and The Dutch St. Maarten. This 37-square mile island is only 1,219 miles from Miami, which is almost the same distance from New York to Miami. The first … [Read more...]
7 Tips for Cruising With Children Under Two
Just because you became parents doesn’t mean you have to give up traveling or cruising. In fact we have done it recently and would like to give you 7 tips for cruising with children under two that will help you travel and cruise with ease and confidence. One: Potty trained or not here I come If you have been on a cruise you know swimming pools, slides and everything related … [Read more...]