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Drift Away for Chum Change: Weeklong Cruises from $469, Twofers, Free Airfare & More

August 11, 2004 -- As usual, we've rounded up the best deals and specials currently available from major travel agencies. Remember, cruises are capacity-controlled and offers may be…

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The Caribbean Remains Hot, Hot, Hot for Cruisers: Ports Expand to Keep Pace

To keep pace with the growing size and number of ships being launched, many Caribbean islands are expanding their piers, terminals, shopping outlets and attractions.

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Caribbean, Transatlantic, Alaskan and Coastal Pacific Cruises on the Cheap

July 21, 2004 -- Here are some of the best deals a handful of major travel agencies are advertising this week. Cruises are capacity-controlled and offers may be withdrawn at any time.…

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Bigger Ships Bound for Bermuda Shorts and Pink Sand

In Bermuda, you don't have the throngs that routinely descend on the Caribbean ports of Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Nassau and St. Thomas. But that's about to change.

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Spas at Sea: Reveling in Relaxation

Cruise ship spas are all the rage these days. A ship's spa is now as vital as its buffet line, craps table and showgirls. Cruise line execs and designers are well aware that spas are…

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Stowaway-type Steals: Cabins on the Cheap

June 23, 2004 -- Here are the best deals advertised by a handful of major travel agencies this week. Cruises are capacity-controlled and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Similar…

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Grabbin' a Cheap Cabin: Cruises Start from Under $60 a Day

June 8, 2004 -- Here's some of the best deals a handful of major travel agencies are advertising this week. Cruises are capacity-controlled and offers may be withdrawn at any time.…

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Big Ships with Little Ship Itineraries

Well-worn routes are fine for new cruisers who haven't seen the same handful of Caribbean ports before or for those who could care less where the ship's going. But for veterans who…

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Croatia is Hot Stuff on Med Cruises This Summer

It's safe to say that the Dalmatian Coast is now firmly back on the tourist map. It's hopping, drawing Europeans who appreciate its beauty, beaches, history, culture and affordability.…

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The New Queen Mary 2 Quietly Courts Kids

Who knew? It turns out that the new 2,620-passenger Queen Mary 2, which just made her grand debut in NYC a few weeks ago, is a great ship for families with children.

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Caribbean Princess Makes a Splash

Cruise expert Heidi Sarna examines the new ocean liner from stem to stern.

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Savings at Sea: Discounts on Cruises Throughout the Year

April 8, 2004 -- Here are the best deals a handful of major travel agencies are advertising this week. Cruises are capacity-controlled and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Similar…

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Can I Sea Some ID? The ABCs of Cruise Line Age Policies

If you happen to be a civilized teen looking to cruise solo with a friend or two, you're basically out of luck. Here are the age policies of the major lines.

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What's Doing in Cruising

We report on Holland's recommended onboard tipping policies, NCL's ship renaming and new itineraries, pre-booking spa appointments online and celebrity lectures rosters.

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We've Got a Sixth Sense for Savings on the Seven Seas

March 11, 2004 -- Here are the best deals a handful of major travel agencies are advertising this week. Cruises are capacity-controlled and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Similar…

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Paying (Relative) Peanuts for Top-Shelf Cruises

It's a different story these days with luxury cruises going for half the typical fare from five years ago.

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Teen Spirit: Keeping the Kids Content at Sea

To keep the peace as more families cruise with teens, cruise lines are designing bigger and better teen hangout areas to accommodate them.

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Cruise News Roundup: What's Doing on the High Seas

Here you'll find recent itinerary changes, new launches, continuing bankruptcy sagas and more.

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Touring the Ports of Europe, Upscale and Intimate

You can find yourself squeezing onto sweaty buses and shuffling with the masses to some over-crowded attraction; Europe's top spots are jammed with tourists in the summer. Is there a…

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Baby Onboard: Tips for Smooth Sailing

Though a cruise can be among the most convenient vacations for families with kids under two, before you take the plunge, be sure to choose a baby-friendly ship.