Port of Villefranche-sur-Mer

Villefranche-sur-Mer or just Villefranche is a picturesque town on the French Riviera featured on many cruise itineraries. The town itself is between Monte Carlo and Nice with Cannes only a little farther (19 miles) away. The quant waterfront is lined with cafes and restaurants and stretches from the marina, where the tenders tie up, aroundContinue reading “Port of Villefranche-sur-Mer”

A Comprehensive Guide To Major Cruise Ships A Listing Of Most Cruise Ships In Service Today As the travel industry entered the twenty-first century an amazing thing happened. The popularity of cruising was growing rapidly and cruise line companies reacted by launching a whole new generation of mega-ships. To attract passengers they added amusement parks,Continue reading

Finding Your Perfect Cruise Line

Overall, the cruise industry encompasses a wide range of options from budget-friendly to ultra-luxurious experiences, ensuring that there is something for every type of traveler. Cruise lines vary significantly in terms of their target demographics, experiences offered, and overall luxury levels. For instance: Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Cruise Line is known for its budget-friendly optionsContinue reading “Finding Your Perfect Cruise Line”

Cruise Loyalty Programs • Part 2

Just like airlines and hotels, cruise companies want you to be a frequent customer and they have developed a number of plans to entice you to keep coming back. With names like The Captain’s Club, Mariner Society and Latitudes they generally structure their programs so the more you come back the more status you attainContinue reading “Cruise Loyalty Programs • Part 2”

Cruise Loyalty Programs • An Introduction

If your future plans include more then an occasional cruise, you might want to consider focusing your bookings on a particular cruise line because of the loyalty programs they offer. Benefits can include discounts on or even free internet, laundry, photos, cocktail parties and fancy coffees. Some lines also offer cabin upgrades and priority treatmentContinue reading “Cruise Loyalty Programs • An Introduction”