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PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John

ISBN-100471788635

ISBN-139780471788638

eBay Product ID (ePID)63172368

Product Key Features

Book TitleCruise Vacations 2007

Number of Pages480 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicFood, Lodging & Transportation / Cruises

Publication Year2006

IllustratorYes

GenreTravel

AuthorHeidi Sarna, Matt Hannafin

Book SeriesDummies Travel Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height1.1 in

Item Weight18 Oz

Item Length8.5 in

Item Width5.6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

Dewey Edition22

Series Volume Number73

Dewey Decimal910.202

Table Of ContentIntroduction .Part I: Getting Started.Chapter 1: Choosing Cruising: The Best of the Best.Chapter 2: Is a Cruise for Youse? The Whats, Wheres, and Whys.Chapter 3: Choosing Your Ideal Cruise.Part II: Planning Your Cruise.Chapter 4: Booking and Paying Up.Chapter 5: Ticking Off Your Pre-Cruise Checklist.Part III: All Aboard: The Cruise Experience.Chapter 6: Embarkation Day.Chapter 7: Wining and Dining.Chapter 8: Filling Your Days: Onboard Activities and Entertainment.Chapter 9: Keeping the Kids Busy: Activities for Children and Teens.Part IV: Ship Shapes: The Cruise Lines and Their Ships.Chapter 10: Vetting Your Vessel: The How-to of Comparative Cruise Shopping.Chapter 11: Mainstream Ships.Chapter 12: Luxury Ships.Chapter 13: Small and Sailing Ships.Part V: Calling All Ports: Where to Go and Why.Chapter 14: Preparing for Ports of Call.Chapter 15: Landing in the Caribbean.Chapter 16: Doing Alaska in Style.Chapter 17: Meandering in the Mediterranean.Chapter 18: Exploring Other Destinations.Part VI: The Part of Tens.Chapter 19: Ten Things to Do When Your Cruise Ends.Appendix: Quick Concierge.Index.

SynopsisListen to a free companion podcast! On a cruise vacation, getting there is half the fun-or more. Even if you're a land lubber, this guide will get you ready and eager to set sail. You'll learn what to expect and how to enjoy every minute-on board or in port., Listen to a free companion podcast! On a cruise vacation, getting there "is" half the fun--or more. Even if you're a land lubber, this guide will get you ready and eager to set sail. You'll learn what to expect and how to enjoy every minute--on board or in port. As the authors write, "The captain does the driving, the chef does the cooking, the bartenders do the pouring, and the stewards make your bed." You unpack once and then relax and enjoy. Discover how to pick the cruise for you and choose great things to do, with: Reviews of the best cruise lines and specifics such as the best ships for families, best romantic cruises, best party cruises, best small ship cruises, and more Overviews of popular cruise ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, the Mediterranean, the Mexican Riviera, Hawaii, and New England and Eastern Canada Special icons that point out Bargain Alerts, Heads Ups (warnings about tourists traps, unsafe neighborhoods, etc.), and Kid-Friendly options Info on onboard entertainment and activities, food, spa offerings, shopping, gambling, and children's activities Recommendations on the top attractions and best shore excursions at popular ports Details on everything from passport requirements to packing tips, and from embarkation day to clearing customs Like every For Dummies travel guide, "Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2007" helps you make the most of your vacation. It includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice Info on the best ships for every budget Tips on sightseeing at ports of call Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages Whether you're looking for adventure on the high seas or laid-back fun in the sun, get your sea legs and get set for smooth sailingwith this friendly guide., Coast along with cruise control at www.dummies.com Have a bon voyage the fun and easy way? Cruise these pages for the best ships for families, romance, fine dining, and more. Whether your style is laid-back or lively, rustic schooner or luxury liner, popular port or exotic adventure, set sail with this guide that covers cruise lines, destinations, shore attractions, and more. Discover: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn2t miss -and what you can skip The best cruise ships for every budget Handy Post-it? Flags to mark your favorite pages, Listen to a free companion podcast! On a cruise vacation, getting there is half the fun-or more. Even if you're a land lubber, this guide will get you ready and eager to set sail. You'll learn what to expect and how to enjoy every minute-on board or in port. As the authors write, "The captain does the driving, the chef does the cooking, the bartenders do the pouring, and the stewards make your bed." You unpack once and then relax and enjoy. Discover how to pick the cruise for you and choose great things to do, with: Reviews of the best cruise lines and specifics such as the best ships for families, best romantic cruises, best party cruises, best small ship cruises, and more Overviews of popular cruise ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, the Mediterranean, the Mexican Riviera, Hawaii, and New England and Eastern Canada Special icons that point out Bargain Alerts, Heads Ups (warnings about tourists traps, unsafe neighborhoods, etc.), and Kid-Friendly options Info on onboard entertainment and activities, food, spa offerings, shopping, gambling, and children's activities Recommendations on the top attractions and best shore excursions at popular ports Details on everything from passport requirements to packing tips, and from embarkation day to clearing customs Like every For Dummies travel guide, Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2007 helps you make the most of your vacation. It includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice Info on the best ships for every budget Tips on sightseeing at ports of call Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages Whether you're looking for adventure on the high seas or laid-back fun in the sun, get your sea legs and get set for smooth sailing with this friendly guide., Listen to a free companion podcast On a cruise vacation, getting there is half the fun--or more. Even if you're a land lubber, this guide will get you ready and eager to set sail. You'll learn what to expect and how to enjoy every minute--on board or in port. As the authors write, "The captain does the driving, the chef does the cooking, the bartenders do the pouring, and the stewards make your bed." You unpack once and then relax and enjoy. Discover how to pick the cruise for you and choose great things to do, with: Reviews of the best cruise lines and specifics such as the best ships for families, best romantic cruises, best party cruises, best small ship cruises, and more Overviews of popular cruise ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, the Mediterranean, the Mexican Riviera, Hawaii, and New England and Eastern Canada Special icons that point out Bargain Alerts, Heads Ups (warnings about tourists traps, unsafe neighborhoods, etc.), and Kid-Friendly options Info on onboard entertainment and activities, food, spa offerings, shopping, gambling, and children's activities Recommendations on the top attractions and best shore excursions at popular ports Details on everything from passport requirements to packing tips, and from embarkation day to clearing customs Like every For Dummies travel guide, Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2007 helps you make the most of your vacation. It includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice Info on the best ships for every budget Tips on sightseeing at ports of call Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages Whether you're looking for adventure on the high seas or laid-back fun in the sun, get your sea legs and get set for smooth sailing with this friendly guide.

LC Classification NumberG550