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The Schooner the Better: Exploring Coastal Maine

The schooners are back on Maine's coast, plying the waters of Penobscot Bay as they've done for more than two centuries: sail-powered, silent, and -- a plus this year -- almost…

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Top 10 Reasons a Tahitian Cruise Is a Perfect Girls-Only Getaway

Traveling with the girls and leaving the spouse, boyfriend, kids and/or dog behind should be a god-given right ranking up there with freedom of speech and weekly pedicures.

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Going to the Source: Expert Tips from Top Cruise Travel Agents

We asked a group of experienced agents 10 questions about cruising. Here's what they had to say.

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10 Great Innovations in the Modern Age of Cruising

After lifeboats and radar were invented, cruise ship designers had the time to dream up more exciting outlets for their creative impulses. Today, cruise lines wouldn't dream of…

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10 Reasons Cruise Ships Are Better than Vegas

What did I realize during a few days and nights walking the Strip and trawling the casinos? I realized that cruise ships are waaaaay better than Sin City -- and here's why.

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Sampling the Far East by Cruise Ship

For some, the convenient and secure cruise-ship cocoon is the only way to see the Far East, a vast region of exotic places, languages and cuisine.

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Princess News: New Name, More Comfy, Live Opera, and Lots of Love

From the west coast comes a spate of news from the Love Boat line itself.

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The Best Cruise Ship Spa Treatments

First the bad news: Cruise ship spa treatments are expensive. The good news is many ship spas are well-designed pleasure dens with ocean-view waiting rooms, fancy steam rooms and…

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Port of Call Dublin: What to See & Do in Ireland's Capital City

If thoughts of Ireland produce images of rolling green hills and grazing sheep you won't recognize Dublin, a place that's become one of the most dynamic cities in Europe.

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A Gratuitous Article About Cruise Ship Tipping

The cruise businesses relies on you, the customer, to make up for low wages with decent tips. Here's what you should plan to pay for service on every major cruise line.

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The Truth About the Latest Generation of Cruise Ships

Our cruise experts debate the merits of the next big things -- bowling, glass blowing, outdoor movies -- on the ocean's biggest liners.

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First Love: Bermuda's Beaches, Shopping, and More

The place has everything going for it. From beautiful beaches framed by dramatic rock formations to good roads and friendly locals, Bermuda's a top cruise destination.

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First Look: NCL's Norwegian Gem

Step aboard one the most fun megaships at sea today, offering a super-social atmosphere, bright and creative decor, a mix of classy and fun spaces, awesome kids' facilities, and truly…

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Trouble for NCL Hawaii: "Aloha" Means Both Hello and Goodbye

Just one year ago, it seemed like Norwegian Cruise Line had Hawaii by the coconuts, with three U.S.-flagged ships operating in the islands full-time Now comes the question: Is it all…

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11 Tips for First-Time Cruisers

How to save money, get room service, relax, and make the best of your first time at sea -- without looking like a newbie.

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The Best of European Port Excursions

Cruise lines are racking their collective brains these days to offer more exciting, hands-on options that break the tired tour mold and inject some fresh air into the port experience.

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Europe by Sea: Top Tips for Bagging the Cruise of Your Dreams

The cruise lines are deploying a record number of ships in Europe for 2008 and that means beaucoup choice for you.

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Our Cruiser Finds a Ship that Fits Like a Slipper

If a cruise ship is too big, I feel lost. Too small and there's no place to hide. A ship like the Crystal Symphony is just right.

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Welcome to $100 Oil: Cruise Industry Ups Prices to Defray Fuel Costs

The bill for topping off the tank on those 2,500-passenger ships is taking just a bit too much bite out of the old profit margins. And you know what that means: Joe Citizen's gotta pay.

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Girls Just Want to Have (Harmless) Fun

Everyone knows a weekend cruise is prime stomping ground for singles looking to mingle, but as a married gal who takes a lot of cruises I've found you don't have to be a swinging…

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The Price of Loyalty: A Run-Down of Cruise Line Past-Guest Programs

If you had a good time on your first cruise, why not take some freebies for coming back again? Inside the discounts, upgrades, and other cruise company inducements.

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10 Insider Tips Every Cruiser Should Know

Taking a cruise doesn't require a PhD in astrophysics, but it can't hurt to do a little homework to hedge your bets.

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Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Cruising (and Then Some)

If you're a cruise neophyte, consider this your own personal FAQ, a demystification device you can keep in your wallet and whip out when circumstances demand.

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Herbivores on the Deep Blue Sea: Looking for Vegetarian Nirvana One Cruise Ship at a Time

The sea is not usually a place for vegetarians. Sharks eat seals, seals eat fish, big fish eat medium fish eat small fish, and it's only when you get down to herbivorous plankton that…

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Shore Bets: Top 10 Things to Do in Singapore

So your ship's leaving from Singapore and you've got a day or two to kill before hopping on board? Here's some advice about what to do and where to go.