| You've stayed away from luxury cruises because you | | | | karaoke bars, and much more. |
| were afraid they were far too expensive. But, I ask | | | | Family Options |
| you, what other deluxe vacation can you take that | | | | Many cruise lines besides Disney offer full programs |
| costs $100-$200 per person per day? Count it up! | | | | for children and even teens. Sometimes there is |
| What does it cost you for flights or auto fuel, eating | | | | babysitting for infants. Your children will love the |
| out, hotel stays, individual tickets for an amusement | | | | activities planned for them by specialists who know |
| park, snacks, and all the rest? What's even better is | | | | what kids like. |
| that there are various cruise packages in which | | | | International ports/On-shore activities |
| younger kids go free or for a reduced rate. | | | | Some 12-day cruises offer 10 or 11 exotic ports of call. |
| Impeccable Service | | | | What other vacation could offer such a variety of |
| Crew members and staff are trained to see to your | | | | destinations in that length of time? You can visit |
| every need. The minute you leave your berth, maids | | | | historical sites, lounge on crystal white beaches, shop, |
| are refreshing your room, towels, and linens. You are | | | | white water raft, rent motorbikes, deep sea fish, scuba |
| served your dinners promptly and with flair in the | | | | dive, snorkel, whale-watch, or whatever else is |
| formal dining rooms. There's always a crew member | | | | available in that area of the world. |
| in the vicinity if you need info or assistance. | | | | Entertainment |
| Perfect Relaxation | | | | Entertainment options vary immensely according to |
| At home and work you are constantly bombarded | | | | taste. There is a quiet library, educational programs, |
| with problems, questions, assignments, phone calls and | | | | and crafting classes for some. There are also game |
| messages, online distractions, bored kids, and numbing | | | | rooms, movies, Broadway revues, comedy shows, |
| routine. On a cruise, your phone won't be ringing off the | | | | concerts, variety shows, night life, occasional |
| hook, kids will have plenty to do, no bosses or others | | | | celebrities---all for your fun and entertainment. |
| to pester you, no frantic vacation fatigue. You really | | | | Food |
| get to relax. | | | | It's almost amusing. In spite of the shows, the fun, and |
| Unparalleled Convenience | | | | awesome ports of call, many come back from a |
| Instead of unpacking in every blooming hotel, you | | | | cruise raving about the food. Yes, that's right. There is |
| unpack only once. There is a doctor and a chaplain | | | | quality food available 24 hours a day. There are |
| onboard to serve. You don't have to pore over maps, | | | | deluxe deli stands, gourmet pizzerias, hamburger grills, |
| drive forever, and possibly get lost before you finally | | | | cafeterias, and formal dining rooms. I'd advise you to |
| find various landmarks. Security officers are present to | | | | walk the stairways unless you want to come back |
| protect cruisers. Stores, bars, and shops are right there | | | | home with an extra 10-15 pounds around your middle. |
| on the ship. You know how some vacation days are | | | | Friendships |
| ruined by inclement weather---well, your cruise captain | | | | There are often cruisers on board from all over the |
| can usually steer the liner away from bad weather so | | | | planet. If you're the outgoing type, make some new |
| things stay sunny and calm. | | | | friends. You never know what lasting or fulfilling |
| Numerous Great Activities | | | | friendships you may make during your cruise. |
| There are on-board activities for every taste | | | | Everybody gravitates to a pleasant, friendly cruise |
| imaginable. There are hot tubs, spas, workout rooms, | | | | passenger. Why don't you be one of those? |
| swimming pools and slides, video arcades, jogging | | | | So what are you waiting for? Go online and book your |
| tracks, movies, bingo, art auctions, wine tasting, | | | | cruise; you will not regret it. |