Experience a Whodunit Mystery on Carnival Cruise Lines
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If you are interested in mystery and solving puzzles, you may find the Carnival’s Mystery Cruise to your liking. You can actually play a role in this unique and fun adventure. However, if you are shy, you can still partake in the mystery by being an observer.
The mystery adventure starts off by you meeting the various characters during the start of the cruise. Then everything starts to unfold before you. You will receive clues by notes being slid under your door, secret meetings, and other suspicious happenings. Meanwhile, the actors will be playing their roles among the guests during the cruise.
The goal is to solve the mystery before the end of the cruise - there is a special cocktail party to announce the winner.
Mystery cruises will be taking place on January 9th, February 13th, March 13th, May 1st, July 17th, October 30th and December 4th, 2009.
Alaska’s 50th Anniversary Celebrated on Princess Cruises
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In 2009, Alaska will be celebrating its 50th anniversary. Since one of the most popular destinations for Princess Cruises is Alaska, it is only natural that the cruise line does something to help commemorate this special anniversary.
Princess Cruises plans on a full season of cruise tours and itineraries highlighting the best of Alaska. Famous Alaskan stops including Glacier Bay National Park and Denali National Park will be a popular destination stop. Princess Cruises’ eight ship Alaska fleet will sail the Gulf Coast and scenic inside Passage.
Travelers can also take land and sea vacations at Princess Cruises’ own wilderness lodges. Direct to the Wilderness rail travel will also be offered.
If you are thinking of a family cruise but costs is hampering your travel plans, you might want to consider the offer from Disney Cruises. For a limited time (January 22 - May 28, 2009) children sail free on most 3 night cruises.
Yes, there are some stipulations. Some of the requirements include that the children must travel with TWO full fare Guests and stay in the same stateroom. Government taxes and fees still need to be paid on each passenger. This offer applies to new bookings only. There are more applicable terms and conditions that can be found in Disney Cruises Brochures.
The number of staterooms being offered are limited. It is suggested that if you are at all interested, that you book early. This promotion can be booked online and through Travel Agents.
Repositioning Cruise
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Some cruise lines move their ships from one port to another because usually the time (weather) of year does not allow great cruising. When the cruise lines move their ships, it is called “repositioning.” These ships do not travel empty. Therefore, special repositioning cruises are offered to fill the ships. Travelers that want to take a long leisurely cruise may want to consider this type of cruise. Also, repositioning cruises can usually be gotten for attractive prices.
When considering the best time to take a cruise vacation, the short answer is anytime. However, there are more factors to think about when selecting a date to travel.
Picking a destination is important. For example, if you wanted to cruise to Alaska, Bermuda, Canada, Asia, and various other destinations, seasons play an important part in one’s decision. Taking a cruise to these locations are only offered during certain months of the year.
However, there are destinations that are great anytime of the year. Tropical cruises such as Hawaii, Caribbean Islands, and Tahiti offer warm temperatures all year. But there are still some things to consider because in various parts of the year there are the rainy seasons and hurricane seasons.
Price is usually a very important factor to consider. Price is set on demand. Usually the prices are higher during the holidays and early spring and summer. Prices tend to be lower after the holidays, fall, and late spring.