Cool Travel Zone

By Costa Marcos
Introducing San Diego
San Diego, the Golden State’s oldest, second biggest and south-most city is celebrated for its perfect climate, miles of beaches, and southerly location on the border with Mexico, adjacent to Tijuana. Originally San Diego started as an insignificant Spanish settlement, founded in the early nineteenth century, and for over a hundred [...]

By Vincent Czepiel
Cruise ship vacations are a great way to travel, relax and visit exotic lands. Every cruise I take I learn something new that makes my next trip more enjoyable. Here are 10 secrets that will make all your cruise ship vacations memorable.

Most cruise lines offer special discounts
for past guests, police officers and firefighters, [...]

By Joseph Celestine
Did you know that the best cruise ships are changing the way they operate? Do you remember the TV Show Love Boat, which aired during the 1970s and 80s? Did it make you want to take a cruise or made you run away from the idea? Do you still believe that cruises are [...]

By Nicole Hanna
In late 2009, the world’s largest cruise ship will make its debut, with enough rooms for 6,400 guests to scatter across 16 total decks. The biggest question may be: “Will the Oasis of the Seas live up to expectations? Is it possible to keep 6,400 people smiling?”
Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas will [...]

By Ryan R Anderson
A cruise is an extremely popular vacation choice, and for good reason. Whether you want to spend hours lounging on a sun-drenched deck with a book, or hop from port to port, soaking up rich foreign cultures, a cruise can deliver. Cruises offer relaxation, adventure and luxury.
But before you book your next [...]

By Edward M Sayers
So you want to plan your first cruise, well you’ve come to the right place. Cruises today can range from just a couple hundred dollars to well over $10,000 and beyond so it can be the trip of a lifetime. While there are many who are able to take numerous cruises, most [...]

By Johnathan H. Bakers
Your first cruise is a trip that you will never forget and it may be a little overwhelming, too, because you do not know what to expect. Going on a cruise gives you and your family time to spend quality time together, without stress, but it is important that you take your [...]

By David Sutikno
After the destination is chosen, one of the most important decisions to be made is how to choose a cruise ship. With almost 200 ships in more than 20 major cruise lines that may seem like a daunting task at first, but you’ll find it easier than expected to narrow down the field.
Make [...]

By Blaine Sword
Celebrity Cruises have just set sail with their brand new ship, the Equinox. An amazing ship to say the least. With a top speed of 21.5 knots and a length of 1,033 feet you could have the time of your life on the vacation of your dreams. The Equinox is the sister ship [...]

By Carson Danfield
The most popular cruise destinations now are the Mediterranean, the Caribbean and Alaska. Here is how to choose the perfect region for your next cruise…
THE MEDITERRANEAN
    Most cruises focus on one of two regions:

Western Mediterranean,
including the west coast of Italy, the French Riviera, southern Spain and Portugal and perhaps Tunisia or Gibraltar.
Eastern Mediterranean.
This [...]

By: Carson Danfield
The cruise ship business is booming. Millions of Americans are taking vacations afloat every year and 6 huger passenger liners (including the largest cruise ship in the world, Freedom of the Seas) were launched in 2006.
There is such an overwhelming array of itineraries, ships, packages and prices today that it can seem almost [...]

By: Carson Danfield
If you’re like a great many people, you’ve often thought about going on a cruise, but you’re hesitant to really give it a try.
Perhaps you don’t know if you’d enjoy the experience, or maybe you think that it would cost too much or that you’d be bored or overtaken by seasickness.
Seasickness
If you’re concerned [...]

By: Mary Hanna
Do you want to tour Europe’s coastline but feel exhausted about the daunting task of packing and unpacking many times? The perfect solution is to take a cruise along Europe’s coastline. There are numerous cruises offered for the Mediterranean, the North Sea, the Baltic and other coastlines of Europe. The cruise ships that [...]

By: Ryan Salis
With large workloads, hectic schedules, and children, many couples need a break from their daily routines. This break often comes in the form of a romantic getaway. If you and your partner are searching your next romantic adventure, you may want to examine the possibility of taking a cruise.
When it comes to romantic [...]

By: William Lund
Perhaps not everybody is cut out to cruise, but a lot of us are. I have a twin brother John, who likes to do stuff like hike through the Himalayas in the snow, and truck through the jungles of Brazil. Well he can have his adventures, but when I am on vacation I [...]

By Cindy Heller
By far one of the most memorable days of our lives is the Wedding day and it is not surprising that we seek for ways to make this day as unique and romantic as possible. That is why a Caribbean cruise wedding will meet your expectations and provide you and those that attend [...]

By: Susan Bigmore
Dover, Southampton and Harwich seem to be the most favored UK departure ports for cruise lines. But what about you poor folks who don’t live anywhere near these ports? Having to fly, drive or take the coach or train to get there can easily add on an extra day to your holiday and [...]

By: Jay S Cohen
CRUISE BOOKING – HOW TO BOOK A CRUISE
Discount cruise vacations continue to be an excellent option for a relaxing and worry-free vacation. More and more people book a cruise online or take advantage of the numerous cruise vacation packages available. People of all ages enjoy visits to beautiful and exotic destinations, meet [...]

By: Tony Brandis
For many of us personal computers and laptops have an important role in work and life. We all know that, and apparently cruise lines know that too. That is the reason why they put a lot of effort into facilities and services that will cover information technology needs of passengers.For many people it [...]

By:  M Smith

Whether you are a first-time cruiser or a seasoned cruise vacation veteran, the Disney cruise is one vacation experience like no other. The Disney cruise line provides an amazing time for kids, but the adults will have just as much fun. While the kids are off enjoying all the Disney cruise ship has [...]

By: Zark Barker
A Disney vacation conjures images of luxury, spectacle and family friendly fun. You can expect those same standards in your Disney cruise. The rooms are larger than on other cruise lines to accommodate your whole family. Each ship has a plenty of choices to fit any size family and budget.
Whether you want to [...]

By: Zark Barker

Alaska is a very rare and fantastic environment. It is by far the topmost state yet has the lowest group. And this is the main reason that it is considered the final renowned frontier by many.
The qualities that have attracted enthusiasts to it are those of circumstance and thrill. Whether you want to [...]

By: Lee Dobbins
Tired of taking the family to Disneyland for vacation? Then why not try an Alaska cruise? They offer beautiful scenery, cruise luxury and Alaskan adventure for those who want it.
But not all Alaska cruise trips are alike. You first need to decide what you want on your cruise. If you like to be [...]

By: Jacqueline Michaels

Many people are simply overwhelmed when it comes time to book the cruise vacation of their dreams. There are so many options, so many cruise lines, so many destinations, and so many considerations. The list just continues on and on until one feels like they will never be able to sort through the [...]

By: Joseph Ewart
Las Vegas at sea? Today’s cruise ships host a variety of gaming options ranging from games for first timers to high stakes gambling tables for more seasoned players. Most of the medium to large ships offer Blackjack, countless slot machines, Caribbean stud poker, Roulette and craps.
Casino size and choice of games ranges from [...]