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There are countless perks to cruising. The costs that you would pay out of pocket for a typical vacation are included in the cost of your cruise: meals, entertainment, alcoholic beverages, sports and recreational activities ... you name it, it's included.
The convenience of traveling virtually carefree in the lavish comfort of a... more »
A luxury cruise liner filled with vacationing tourists puts down anchor in a Caribbean port. Sunbathers stay put, kids splash around one of the many Carnival Cruise Lines pools and some guests, tired of being on shipboard, head to shore for shopping or a day of snorkeling at a nearby beach. They're having fun. You're breathing into a... more »
Princess Cruise Line is the third largest cruise company in the world. Known for its affordable cruise packages, Princess Cruises has grown from a single ship into a fleet of ships ranging from small ships to large cruises. Notable for its maiden logo and motto "Escape Completely," Princess Cruises continues to attract vacationers who... more »
New York State is full of wonderful sightseeing options along its rivers, lakes and canals. There are plentiful opportunities to book group tours or to explore these attractions in a private boat. more »
Honeymoons, hopefully, come only once a lifetime, and that is why many newlyweds choose to splurge on a cruise. However, newlyweds are faced with such a variety of tempting options that it is often difficult to decide which one to take. It is important to choose the right type of atmosphere; cruises for retirees or college students... more »
Does the idea of a cruise conjure up old 'Love Boat' reruns? Well, as most experienced cruisers...
Many people get to see Europe, but there is something special about seeing it from the deck...
Gorgeous beaches, vivid blue water, exciting nightlife and first-class hotels can all...
Whether you're man and his best friend, an engaged couple or a group of spring breakers,...
People over 50 can save big with senior travel discounts. Although many airlines have reduced or dropped senior airfares, most cruise lines offer... more »
Some cruise lines specialize in getting singles together; others cater to families. Still others offer luxury accommodations from magnificent... more »
With the way oil prices are today, many travel industries are suffering. Unfortunately, cruise lines are one of these industries. Fortunately for... more »
Carnival Cruise Lines offers travelers the opportunity to enjoy a dream vacation aboard one of the company's cruise ships. Though the amenities... more »
Royal Caribbean International Cruise Line cruises around the world, and as a cruise line that advertises fun for all, no matter your age, it has... more »
A cruise line is a company that operates cruise ships. Cruise lines have a dual character; they are partly in the transportation business, and partly in the leisure entertainment business, a duality that carries down into the ships themselves, which have both a crew headed by the ships captain, and a hospitality staff headed by the equivalent of a hotel manager.
Among cruise lines, some are direct descendants of the traditional passenger shipping lines, while others were founded from the 1960s on specifically for cruising. The business is extremely volatile; the ships are massive capital expenditures with ruinous operating costs, and a slight dip in bookings can easily put a company out of business. Cruise lines frequently sell, renovate, or simply rename their ships just to keep up with travel trends.
A wave of failures and consolidation in the 1990s has led to many lines existing only as "brands" within larger corporations, much as a single automobile company produces several makes of cars. Brands exist partly because of repeat customer loyalty, and also to offer different levels of quality and service. For instance, Carnival Corporation owns both Carnival Cruise Lines, whose former image were vessels that had a reputation as "party ships" for younger travellers, but have become large, modern, and extremely elegant, yet still profitable, and Holland America Line, whose ships cultivate an image of classic elegance.
Currently the five largest cruise line operators in the world are Carnival Corporation & plc, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., MSC Cruises, Star Cruises and Louis Cruise Lines.
See also
*List of cruise lines
*List of cruise ships
*Cruising (maritime)
External links
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Category:Cruise lines read more at » http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cruise+line
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