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When on a cruise Travel tips
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Around the world Minerva-II the cruise ship from Britain
Travelling by sea can be an exciting experience. If you are planning to take a cruise here’s how you should go about it.
l One of your best friends on the cruise will be your Cabin Steward. He, or she, will do an excellent job of making up your cabin twice a day and generally taking care of you. This is the person who will also handle any special requests you have, like if you need an iron or extra pillow. Make it a point to get to know the steward on the very first day and add a nice extra dimension to your journey.
l One way to obtain a cheap cruise is to go on a repositioning cruise. A repositioning cruise is where the cruise line sends the ships from one location at the end of the cruising season, to another part of the world for the start of another cruising season.
A repositioning cruise is a great way to get a one-way sailing opportunity at a discount, because the cruise lines don’t want to send the ship back empty.
The upside is a longer cruise at a cheaper price. The downside is that the cruise is only one-way, so you have to purchase one-way tickets to the point of departure and from the point of return. Also, repositioning cruises tend to make fewer stops at ports of call. Ask your local travel agent, or check online.
l Cruise ships can accommodate wheelchair users, diabetics, dialysis patients, oxygen users the visually and hearing impaired and those with smoking allergies.
l Open any cruise brochure and you are sure to find an overwhelming display of information and photographs. What you need to look for are special offers, fares, hotel accommodations and terms and conditions and cruise line contact.
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