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- Disney Cruise Lines
- What better way to begin than with a Disney cruise vacation? With spacious staterooms, original Disney entertainment and activities, exotic ports and extraordinary onshore excursions, there's something for everyone on Disney Cruise Line
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- At Princess Cruises, we strive to make your time with us a true vacation - a vacation from routine. We'll provide you with a luxurious way to escape the stress of your daily life, as well as, the uncertainty of traveling. So the only surprises you'll have are the pleasant kind.
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- Our exceptional level of personal service, award-winning cuisine, world-famous amenities and accommodations that are the most spacious at sea, not only ensure an unforgettable cruise experience, but forge a lasting relationship between ourselves and our guests.
- Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines
- We visit over a hundred ports of call, in some of the world's most breathtaking locations. From the rugged beauty of Alaska and Canada/New England to the charm of Europe and the lush landscapes of Mexico, Hawaii, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, Bermuda, and the Bahamas.
- Norwegian Cruise Lines
- There's a big difference between NCL and other cruise lines. We call it Freestyle Cruising. You'll find it in the flexible cruise vacations we offer our guests. You'll feel it in the dedication and passion of our team members.
- Carnival Cruise Lines
- Carnival Cruise Lines prides itself on being "The World's Most Popular Cruise Vacation®" - a distinction we have achieved by offering a wide array of quality cruise vacations which present outstanding value for the money.
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- With 130 years of experience Holland America Line is recognized as the undisputed leader in the cruise industry's premium segment.
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Many experienced cruise veterans are very surprised after their first cruise to Alaska. The scenery is breathtaking and wildlife and sealife are extraordinary.Many people who take an Alaska cruise as a chance to experience something different are so taken by the experience that they become regulars.
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Carribean Cruise Vacations
One of the most popular cruise destinations is the Carribean for some very worthy reasons. The weather is generally gorgeous and the wide variety of unique destinations in a small area is unsurpassed.There are many variations available which include many different islands and ports of call, all of which are rich cultural experiences.
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Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2007 (Dummies Travel)
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Cheap Cruises
Many travellers have the idea that a cruise may likely be out of their price range but the truth is that many excellent deals can be had in the cruise vacation market.Some careful planning and research can result in the finding of cruise deals well under list price in many cases reductions of over 50% of list price can be found.
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Packing for Your Alaska Cruise Vacation
The sometimes extreme and always unpredictable Alaska weather will be a big factor in the success of your vacation. During your Alaska cruise vacation you may experience temperature differences from the 40s to the 80s (single digits to 20s Celsius). The days will be long, with the sun all but refusing to set, and people will be energized by the extra daylight hours.You'll likely encounter some rain, but there could also be weeks of sunny skies with no rain at all. You're less likely to encounter snow, but it is a remote possibility, especially in the spring. Weather plays a factor in what you need to pack, with the must-haves on an Alaska cruise including a raincoat, an umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes that you don't mind getting wet or muddy.
A swimsuit is also a must if your ship has a pool (sometimes covered, sometimes heated) or hot tubs. Even in the summer, temperatures in Alaska may not go much higher than the 50s or 60s (low or high teens Celsius), although they also may go into the 70s or 80s (low to high 20s Celsius). Having layers of clothing that you can peel off if the weather is hot and add if the weather is cold is the most convenient approach.
Important to Pack Items
What you choose to pack obviously involves a lot of personal choice, but here's a suggested list of some items that everyone should bring along for their Alaska cruise:
- A lightweight, waterproof coat or jacket
- Two sweaters or fleece pullovers, or substitute a warm vest for one
- A warm hat and gloves
- Two to four pairs of pants or jeans
- Two pairs walking shoes (preferably waterproof)
- Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher)
- Bug spray (Alaska has 55 different kinds of mosquitoes)
- Sunglasses
- Binoculars (some small ships stock them for guest use, but none of the big ships do)v - A camera, preferably with a telephoto or zoom lens
- Film (bring more than you think you'll need)
- Formal wear (with accessories) if your ship has formal nights (not all do)
- Semis dressy wear for informal nights
Some people suffer over what to pack for a cruise vacation, but there's no reason to worry. Except for the addition of a formal night or two, an Alaska cruise vacation is really no different from any resort vacation. And in some cases, it's much more casual. Don't feel you have to go out and buy "cruise wear". Sweatshirts, jeans, and jogging outfits are what is must used during the day.
Packing for Your Alaska Cruise Vacation ... cont'd
Dinner is dress up time on most ships, although several have begun to offer more casual alternatives. And the small adventure type ships are all casual all the time. Generally, ships describe proper dinner attire as formal, informal or semiformal (the two terms mean the same thing in this case), or casual. There are usually 2 formal nights and 2 informal (or semiformal) nights during a weeklong cruise, with the rest casual; check with your Alaska cruise line for specifics.Formal, although the term has gotten somewhat more relaxed recently, generally means a tux or dark suit with tie for men, and a nice cocktail dress, long dress, gown, or dressy pantsuit for women. Informal (or semiformal) is a jacket, tie, and dress slacks, or a light suit, for men (jeans are frowned upon), and a dress, skirt and blouse, or pants outfit for women (the ubiquitous little black dress is appropriate here).
Casual at dinner means a sports shirt or open-collar dress shirt with slacks for men (some will also wear a jacket), and a casual dress, pants outfit, or skirt and blouse for women. Recently, a new term (country-club casual) has developed. This is pretty much the same as informal without the tie. For country club casual nights, dress as you would to go out to dinner at a midrange restaurant.
Many ships offer dry cleaning and laundry services (for a fee, of course), and some offer coin operated laundry facilities. Check your Alaska cruise line's brochures for details. Using these services can save you a lot of packing. Lastly, don't worry! Packing should be a simple task. Pack before hand, around a 1-2 weeks before your Alaska cruise and make a checklist to make sure you have all your necessities to have a relaxing and amazing Alaska cruise vacation.
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