Cruise Tour Questions

• What is a shore excursion?
• What can I do in port?
• What is included?
• Do I tip the Guide and Driver?
• How physically challenging are shore excursions?
• Can I do more than one excursion?
• Is transportation available to the city centers?
• What kind of transportation is used?
• What if a tour is canceled?
• Can I shop?
• Will I miss my meals onboard?
• What do I wear on a shore excursion?

• Q: What is a shore excursion?

A: A shore excursion is an organized guided tour in a cruise ... [Read this entry]

Shipboard Questions

• Do I need a passport?
• What should I pack?
• Will I need a tuxedo?
• Are there safes and safety deposit boxes on board a ship?
• Do they take cash on board?
• Can I use my hair dryer or shaver?
• Can we stay in touch with the outside world?
• Are there medical services onboard?
• Do I need to bring my own wheelchair?
• Is there Baby Sitting on board?
• Are there laundry services aboard ship?

• Q: Do I need a passport?

A: This depends on the type of cruise and your ... [Read this entry]

Group Cruising Questions

• Do cruise lines accept group bookings?
• Are there meeting rooms onboard?

• Q: Do cruise lines accept group bookings?

A: Most lines welcome groups–often at special rates, depending on how many people are involved. Policies vary from company to company and sometimes during certain times of the year. Back to Top

• Q: Are there meeting rooms onboard?

A: Just about every full-size ship has public rooms or a conference center to offer as meeting space for private or corporate groups. If you’d like to make meeting or incentive travel arrangements, ask your booking agent to contact the cruise line’s group ... [Read this entry]

General Cruising Questions

• Is cruising affordable and a good vacation value?
• How long are cruises?
• Where can I go?
• When is it best to take a cruise?
• When is the most affordable time to take a cruise?
• When is Hurricane Season?
• If I have never been on a cruise which one is best for me?
• Are all ships fairly similar?
• Are there different types of cruises?
• Are there any special educational programs on-board?
• What’s an air/sea cruise?
• Are there different classes of service?
• Will I get bored? Feel ... [Read this entry]
  

Dining Questions

• What are different meal seatings?
• Will I miss breakfast if I am not an early riser?
• Is cruise ship dining as good as I’ve been told?
• Can I get a special diet?
• Can I eat anytime I want? What about room service?
• What if I don’t like my tablemates?
• Are there non-smoking areas?
• Can we celebrate a special occasion?
• What about tipping?

• Q: What are different meal seatings?

A: Some ships’ dining rooms can accommodate all passengers in one “seating.” But most ships have two seatings, which differ only by time. ... [Read this entry]

Cabin Questions

• What’s the most affordable way for me to cruise?
• How many people can fit into a cabin?
• Is there any difference between the cabins on the lower decks and upper decks?
• Is an oceanview cabin worth the extra money?
• Where should I book my cabin if I’m concerned about motion sickness?
• Do the cruise lines ever give free upgrades?

• Q: What’s the most affordable way for me to cruise?

A: The most affordable way to get on the ship is to book an “inside guarantee.” The rate is often a little lower than the ... [Read this entry]

Booking Questions

• How do I book a cruise?
• How can I be sure you’re a legitimate company?
• Why are your rates better than what my local travel agent is quoting me?
• Is it better to book my cruise early or wait for a last minute discount?
• Can I extend my cruise vacation?
• How do I pay for my cruise?
• Why shouldn’t I book directly with the Cruise Line?

• Q: How do I book a cruise?

A: Book online. Using our secure server, book your trip online with confidence. Confirmation will be e-mailed to you once ... [Read this entry]

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