Cruise Guides & Articles on Cruise Lines

There's something about a cruise ship that conjures up all the romance of the high seas, and lets you see places that you'd never experience otherwise. From hedonistic tropical cruises in the Caribbean to tours of the pristine glaciers and magnificent scenery of Alaska, Travels.com has information on how to plan a cruise and what to do when you're onboard. Whether you're looking for discount cruises, family cruises, last-minute cruises or singles cruises, Travels.com will help you travel on the seas in style.

Comparison of Cruise Liners

Before you decide to book a cruise, you need to choose what kinds of activities and recreation you expect to find on the ship. Not all cruise liners are alike. The size of the ship has much to do with the enjoyment of your cruise. If you are look...

Comparisons of Cruise Lines

Going on a cruise can be the vacation of a lifetime. Most cruise lines offer on-board activities such as casinos, pools and fitness rooms, as well as on-land activities such as sightseeing tours in exotic destinations. But each cruise line differ...

Constellation Transatlantic Cruise Information

The Constellation joined the Celebrity Cruises fleet in 2002. The ship weighs 91,000 tons. The cruising speed for the Constellation is 24 knots. The ship can carry 1,950 passengers and has 999 crew members.

Costa Cruise Line Review

Costa Cruises is an Italian-based cruise line that operates 14 ships that sail throughout Europe, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean Sea, South America and other ports around the globe. Founded in 1924, primarily to provide transportation between I...

Crown Princess Cruise Review

Princess Cruise Lines are owned and operated by Carnival, the largest cruise provider in the world. The Princess brand is still well-known for quality and attention to detail. Founded in 1966, Princess Cruise Lines were made famous by the televis...

Cruise Lines Comparison List

Cruise vacations are a favorite among vacationing families, honeymooning couples, friends and singles looking for fun and romance. And who can blame anyone for wanting the security and predictability of an all-inclusive cruise? Choose carefully, ...

Cruise Lines That Give Discounts for Children

A family cruise can be an economical and entertaining way to spend time together as a family. Not only are your meals and activities paid ahead of time, there are many cruise lines that offer a variety of activities for children. Better yet, some...

Cruise Packing Tips

What you pack for a cruise depends greatly on where the cruise is taking you. Obviously, clothing choices will vary greatly between a person heading for the Caribbean and a person cruising north to Alaska. That being said, there are some items th...

Cruise Review for Norwegian Cruise Lines

The biggest difference between Norwegian and other cruise lines is the Freestyle Cruising system. This gives you the freedom to choose when and where you want to eat and with whom you want to eat. The cruise line also has more room choices, with ...

Cruise Review for the Carnival Line

Known as the "Fun Ships," Carnival Cruise Lines' ships cater to the younger set, including young families. Most ships feature multiple pools, Carnival kids' camps and other kid-friendly options. Carnival offers a range of ship levels, from the sm...

Cruise Review for the Norwegian Pearl

The "Norwegian Pearl" has been part of the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet since 2006. The ship can carry nearly 2,500 passengers in complete comfort, on cruises lasting from one week to more than a month. The "Pearl" is part of the "Freestyle" fleet...

Cruise Review for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line

The Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, a cruise line founded in 1968, is the second largest cruise line in the world. The Royal Caribbean fleet has 22 ships divided into six classes and sails to nearly 300 ports in places such as the Bahamas, Caribbean...

Cruise Review for the Royal Caribbean Line

Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, second only to Carnival in size, offers a well-rounded cruise experience. Royal Caribbean has a 20-ship fleet, including the "Freedom of the Seas," "Liberty of the Seas" and "Independence of the Seas," the largest cr...

Cruise Review of the NCL Spirit

The Norwegian Cruise Line's Spirit Ship is a medium-size ship with a passenger capacity of 1966. Itineraries are seasonal. In the summer season, from mid-April to October, the Spirit runs from Boston to Quebec City for 7-night cruises. In the wi...

Cruise Review on the Caribbean Princess

Princess Cruises is known for its luxurious cruises to a variety of destinations, its staff's keen attention to detail and the gorgeous cruise ships. The Caribbean Princess is the fourth in Princess Cruises' Grand Class of ships. It is also the l...

Cruise Reviews for Majesty of the Seas

A majestic ship that was recently renovated which can carry over 2,700 cruisers. The ship houses a casino, themed bars, pool, rock-climbing wall, a spa and fitness center. The rooms are both spacious and modern, and there are a number of restaura...

Cruise Ships Leaving From Florida

With Florida surrounded by water on three sides, there is a plethora of cruises departing from its ports year-round. Popular destinations for these cruises include the Bahamas, Key West, Mexico and often a stop at each cruise liner's private isla...

Cruise to Belize From Galveston

Belize is a small country located on the Yucatan Peninsula between Mexico and Guatemala. It's capital, Belize City, is nicknamed "the Jewel" for its combination of modern accommodations combined with old, rustic charm. Temperatures stay in the 80...

Cruise Wear for Women

Cruise wear for women is even more important to plan well than when vacationing by other means. After all, if you find that you did not pack for a certain event, you cannot just dash home and pick up a different garment or buy one at the local st...

Cruises 101

Enjoy the onboard amenities and activities of a cruise ship as it takes you to chosen ports around the world. Cruise ships provide a variety of activities to keep passengers from getting bored at sea. Surf the waves in pool simulators, scale a ro...

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