Big news! Norwegian Cruise Line recently bought Prestige Cruises International, which is the parent company of upscale cruise lines, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. This $3 billion deal gives Norwegian solid footing in the luxury cruise industry. Albeit as a distant third, Norwegian joins the heavyweights of the cruise industry, Carnival and Royal Caribbean. Carnival owns Carnival, Princess,… Read More
Scenic New England & Canada Cruise
Where in the world: New England & Canada Norweigan Cruise (6 nights) Book by: November 26, 2014 Departure Dates: June 7 & June 21, 2015 Cost: $599pp Why I Like It: Alot is included in this week-long luxury cruise, including stops at Nova Scotia, Saint John, Halifax, and Portland, Maine. All meals and entertainment are included on board the ship,… Read More
Trip Pick of the Week: Key West
Where in the world: Key West Cruise (7 nights) Book by: September 6, 2014 Departure Dates: December 20, 2014 Cost: $599 Why I Like It: For folks looking to do something different, this Christmas cruise is perfect. I think for empty nesters, this is a fun idea. The ship is decked out in holiday décor with lots of festive activities… Read More
How To Avoid Single Supplements On Cruises
It is hard to find cruises that don’t charge single supplements. However, there are groups, such as AARP.com, www.Travelcompanions.com and www.OSoloMio.com that organize cruises for their members and will pair up suitable travelers so as to avoid single supplements. Additionally, cruise lines have begun to cater to solo cruisers. For example, lots of European River Cruises waive single supplement fees,… Read More
Cruises: Which is better…small ships or large ships?
Note: “small” ships means any vessel carrying 1,599 or fewer passengers and “big” ships are any ships with a passenger capacity of 1,600 or more. Big Ships Number of Passengers Pro: If you’re someone who doesn’t mind a crowd, a big ship is the place to do it. With some ships — like those in Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class —… Read More
Trip Pick of the Week: Affordable Alaska Cruise
Where in the world: Alaska Cruise (8d/7n) Book by: August 12, 2014 Departure Dates: September 12 and 20, 2015 Cost: $599pp Why I Like It: Hello, did you see the pricetag? A week-long Alaska cruise with all meals, entertainment, and more included at such a sweet price (roughly $1,000pp off regular price). The price breaks down to less than $85… Read More
Terrance Zepke studied Journalism at the University of Tennessee and later received a Master's Degree in Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina. She has studied Parapsychology at the renowned Rhine Research Center. She began her career as a freelance writer and photographer, ... 
