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Posted March 17, 2006

TIPS FOR THE FIRST TIME CRUISERS

• Consider starting with shorter trips, the Bahamas is a great start, it is close and tourist friendly

• Winter cruises fill quickly, be flexible in planning your trip

• You will spend little time in your room, cheaper may be better, but rooms range from large with balconies to small without any windows

• Cruise companies offer combined sea/air packages

• Food is included in the cost of the trip

• Not included are alcoholic beverages, sodas, shore excursions,
  tips to staff, ... Some cruise lines will add gratuities to final bill

• Ship staffers who specialize in tours can arrange shore excursions for a fee

By the way, did you know that the cost for a cruise vacation is lower than a land vacation?
The cost of food onboard, entertainment and nightly accommodations are all included in your cruise fare!

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