Friday, March 16, 2007

Why Cruise?

Being a Travel Agent, I book all kinds of vacations for my clients. Of all the vacation options that are available today, cruising seems to be the most popular. A cruiseship is essentially a floating resort. It has everything on board and you will see many ports along the way. There is so much to see and do.

Here are some of the many reasons to cruise.


1. VALUE – One price buys your cabin, dining, entertainment and more.

2. ROMANCE – Secluded beaches, en suite dining on a balcony overlooking the ocean and spa services for two are just some of the romantic pursuits available.

3. CUISINE – Choose gourmet cuisines that showcase exotic ingredients or have good ole pizza and ice cream. Dine in a traditional ballroom setting, a small bistro or a casual eatery.

4. VARIETY – With over 150 ships, 1800 ports-of-call and an unbelievable array of places to see and things to do, there is a perfect cruise for you.

5. ACTIVITIES – Sightseeing, sports activities, cultural lectures, educational tours or simply lounge by the pool and relax. At night, enjoy dance extravaganzas, musical revues, gaming or a quiet evening gazing at the stars.

6. SIMPLICITY – Planning a cruise is simple; let us handle all of the details. Once you’re on board, nearly all expenses are pre-paid.

7. NEW HORIZONS – Fall asleep in one destination and awake to a new horizon and you only have to pack and unpack once.

8. FAMILY – Families love cruising. Children’s programs, kid-friendly menus and tours of the ship will keep your children happy.

9. PAMPERING – Regardless of your budget, all cruise lines pamper their guests with first class service around the clock.

10. SATISFACTION – It’s a fact that cruises have a higher percentage of satisfied customers than any other vacation experience.

Choose the cruise that is for you. Cruises are not for ‘old people’. They are for singles, families and children. You can do as much or as little as you want. You can fine dine one evening and stay in your cabin for dinner the next. On a cruise, you can create your own itinerary.

You Haven't Lived Until You've Cruised!

Every day, more and more people are discovering the all-inclusive pleasures of a cruise vacation. It’s easy to see why:
  • The price of your ticket includes your meals and in-between snacks on-board; your stateroom, activities, parties and entertainment; plus an exciting voyage to some of the most enchanting and culturally - enriching places in the world.
  • You will find that a cruise ship is a floating resort, with all the things a fine resort has to offer and more! You will meet new friends who share the same interests as you.
  • The hassles of an ordinary vacation are completely eliminated. A cruise is one convenient package. You don’t have to worry about making dinner or nightclub reservations, running to make flight connections as you travel from one destination to another, or packing and unpacking.
  • You can lie back and be completely pampered. Or, go non-stop. Dine like never before. Enjoy one great show after another. Let your cares float away!


It is no wonder that more people are taking cruise vacations than ever before. And once they get a taste of cruising, they come back for more, again and again.


FACT – Cruises have a higher percentage of satisfied customers than any other vacation experience.

Cruise Pre-Booking Requirements


As security has been tightened at all international airports, so has the cruise industry. Working in conjunction with the U.S. Coast Guard, the Department of Homeland Security and local governments, cruise passengers are now required to provide background immigration information before tickets are issued. It is the client’s responsibility to submit their own immigration information; however, we get involved in providing them with access to the required online forms. Once you confirm a booking with the cruise supplier, ask them where your clients need to go to fill out the required immigration information. They will, at this time, provide you with a link to their site where the information can be found. You will then need to provide your client with their booking number so they can enter the information online. This is usually done after full payment has been made.


What to Expect on a Cruise

  • Fabulous destinations;
  • Welcome Aboard Party;
  • Fine dining, including two late night buffets (even breakfast in bed if you like);
  • Gala Captain's Dinner;
  • Captain's Cocktail Party;
  • Supervised children's program available on most ships;
  • Complimentary 24-hour stateroom service;
  • Pampering service;
  • Wide range of entertainment, including different nightclub shows each evening at sea;
  • Singles and Past Guests cocktail parties;
  • Friendly casino (includes slots, blackjack, roulette, craps and Caribbean stud poker);
  • First Class Salon & Spa program;
  • Access and use of all shipboard facilities;
  • Bands, orchestras and piano bar;
  • Choice of swimming pools, including children's wading pool;
  • Duty-free shopping on board;
  • Briefings on each port of call;
  • Gala Midnight Buffet (except 3 day cruises);
  • Dozens of activities;
  • First-run movies featured daily in your cabin;

In my next post, I will post some frequently asked questions regarding cruises. I hope that the information in this post and future ones, will help you make an informed decision on whether to cruise or take a land vacation.

If you have any questions or you would like to contact me regarding booking a cruise, please visit my website www.time4travel-rc.ca.

Until next time,

Rina

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