October 31st, 2009 by admin
John asked:


The Phuket Hotels And Resorts Guide Provides A Brief Summary

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This Phuket hotel is located at Patong Beach and is surrounded by landscaped gardens and is close to the beach and entertainment areas. This hotel in Phuket is ideal for working on your tan and getting some well deserved rest. Our phuket hotel fast and secure reservation service provided. The hotel is family run, private and provides for a relaxed stay at Phuket’s marine hub. And whatever your budget, you can find a suitably priced Phuket hotel for you and your family. Renowned for its warm island hospitality and rustic serenity, the Chedi Hotel Phuket provides spa services, dining venues, meeting facilities and recreational activities. Select a Phuket hotel below to find usefull hotel information, check hotel rates and room availability.

You may see below comprehensive listing of Phuket hotels sorted by price. The Hotel Channel website presents a quick guide to top hotel choices in the Phuket area that can be booked online. The Phuket hotels and resorts guide provides a brief summary, customer ratings and reviews for hotels or resorts. For a quick summary see the list of hotels and resorts in Phuket. Secure your premier Phuket hotel bargain now by booking your stay at the Hotel below. If you’re looking at other areas of Phuket follow the links at the bottom of this page for hotel booking web sites.

It is one of the best-valued vacation of Phuket hotels. Our hotel is one of the best-valued vacation resorts in Phuket. Read Phuket hotels descriptions, reviews by former hotel guests or place your own Phuket hotels review. Even from the window of your hotel Phuket will boast some fabulous views and beautiful scenes. Season hotel mgm grand las

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This website is designed to make easy and safe instant hotel and tour reservations direct with the best of Phuket’s establishments. The hotel is easily accessible from Phuket airport and other tourist destinations. Agents rates for on-line bookings at international class hotels in Phuket. Aside from Phuket’s many attractions guests have a choice of activities within the hotel itself. Set in its own tropical gardens, the phuket hotel boasts three magnificent pools and sundecks for soaking up the glorious sunshine over Phuket. Book your Phuket hotel stay safely, securely and without worries. A comfortable Phuket hotel for groups, families and company meetings or large conferences. The group also plans to open another hotel in Phuket. phuket hotels resorts sawasdee village hotel resort thailandphuket hotel resort hotels in phuket thailand.

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October 31st, 2009 by admin
Genna Roberts asked:


Imagine the scenario; you have booked your cruise and since found out you are pregnant, you may well be wondering if it will be safe for you to travel. Alternatively, you may be expecting a baby and looking for a cruise to give you a relaxing break before all the hard work begins! Either way there are a few important factors to consider before making your decision.

Cruising can be a perfect holiday choice for mums to be as everything you need is all in one place, and easily accessible. Whether you fancy exploring the different ports, swimming or taking advantage of the spa, you can make your cruise as relaxing or as active as you choose, and with a wide variety of foods available 24 hours a day, cravings needn’t be a concern either.

However, particularly if you are in the later stages of pregnancy, you need to bear in mind that some of the cruise lines may not allow you to travel, and furthermore, although there will be medical staff onboard, they may not have the facilities to deal with your specific needs or any complications that may occur during your pregnancy.

Each of the cruise lines have their own guidelines for pregnant passengers. These vary from 24 weeks to a more relaxed 28 weeks, with some just requesting that pregnant guests have a medical certificate stating that they are fit to travel.

Listed below are current guidelines for each cruise line;

The following cruise lines insist that passengers must not have entered their 24th week of pregnancy by the time of disembarkation;

Carnival Cruise Lines, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, Ocean Village Holidays, Orient Lines, P&O, Regent Seven Seas and Silversea.

Both Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises will not accept any passengers onboard who have entered their 27th week of pregnancy before or during the cruise.

Fred Olsen and MSC will not permit any passenger who is more than 28 weeks pregnant by the end of the cruise to sail.

Island Cruises advise that pregnant passengers should check with their doctors to find out if it is safe for them to travel. If passengers are more than 28 weeks pregnant at the time of the return flight, medical certificates are required. If passengers are more than 34 weeks pregnant at the time of their return flight they will not be able to travel.

Finally Thomson recommend that pregnant passengers who are less than 12 weeks pregnant should seek medical advice prior to travel, and require a medical certificate to confirm fitness to travel for any guests who are more than 28 weeks pregnant.

The above information should be used as a guide, and it is advised that you contact the cruise lines prior to booking in case of any changes to their policies. The majority of the cruise lines will require a medical certificate to confirm you are in a fit state to travel, even if you are within their guideline dates.

So that is the cruise guidelines, but what about the flights? If you are considering a fly cruise, you will also need to double check the airlines policy.

As a general rule, pregnant women are allowed to fly up to and including their 36th week, providing the pregnancy has been straightforward. International air transport association (IATA) guidelines state that pregnant women are allowed to fly in weeks 36 to 38 if the flying time does not exceed four hours.

However, many airlines will not carry pregnant women after 36 weeks so it is important to check with each individual airline before travel.

So now you know whether or not you’re able to cruise, all that’s left to worry about is how to deal with the combination of morning and sea sickness!



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October 29th, 2009 by admin
Kristen Olsen asked:


So you’ve heard how great cruise vacations are, and now you’ve decided to take to the high seas for a fortnight of luxury and pampering. But there’s a lot to think about. So before you select a cruise line, a cruise ship or even get in touch with a travel agent, there are certain issues that are vital to consider.

1) Who is going on the cruise?

Although this question should be easy to answer, it can have a bearing on the type of cruise line and ship that you ultimately choose.

If you and your partner want to take a relaxing cruise, there are many ships that are aimed at couples. In fact some cruise ships actively discourage or even ban people from taking children onboard.

If you will be cruising as a couple, it’s also important to consider the dining situation. On ships with assigned seating, you will have to specify the size of table that you want. However, on many ships, tables for two are in short supply, so if this is an important issue, this may influence your choice of cruise line and ship. Just make sure that you make this clear to your travel agent or the cruise line when booking.

On the other hand, if you want to take your children or travel with the rest of your extended family, there are certain cruise lines and ships within cruise lines that are specifically tailored with family vacations in mind.

2) How much have you got to spend?

It’s possible to find a cruise vacation to suit almost any budget. So before you go any further it’s important to work out how much you’re willing to spend on your holiday.

But as a general rule, you’ll need to set aside at least $150 per person per day to cover the cost of your cruise. However, bigger cabins in more luxurious ships can cost many times this figure.

However, it is possible to get more for your money if you;

a) Book early: Most cruise lines are willing to give generous discounts if you book your cruise 6-12 months in advance.

b) Book late: Likewise, if you book within 2 months of setting sail, most cruise lines will give you hefty discounts to fill the remaining cabins.

3) How long have you got?

The number of days that you want your vacation to last will determine the type and location of cruises that are available to you.

If you only have a few days, the main option is a one port cruise. This means that the ship leaves port sails around the sea/ocean for two or three days and then returns to the same port. The ship doesn’t call at any other ports, but it does give you a few days at sea. This is a good way to get the feel for a certain cruise ship, or even cruising in general.

If you have a week to spare, this gives you more choices. If you live in the US, this gives you the choice of Hawaii, Alaska, Florida, Mexico or even a Caribbean cruise. If you live in Europe this will give you access to the mediterranean, north africa, or even a nordic cruise.

Alternatively, if you want to increase the number of locations available, you could fly to and from the start/finish location of your cruise or take a one way cruise either flying to the start location or flying home after disembarkation.

If you have two weeks or longer, you can cruise almost any part of the world.

4) What time of the year?

The time of year that you take your cruise will have a major affect on two issues;

a) The Price: As with all forms of travel, your holiday will cost more during the peak season. In contrast, most cruises are cheaper in the spring or fall.

Traditionally, the winter was considered the high season for Caribbean destinations, but due to the weight of supply and demand (people who have to take their vacation during the summer) the summertime costs are almost on a par with the cost of a winter Caribbean cruise.

b) The Locations Available: The time of year that you take your cruise will also determine the locations that are available. Although this won’t make much difference to the more mainstream locations such as the Caribbean or the Mediterranean, certain places have a distinct cruise season.

If you want to go to Alaska or northern Europe, the main cruise season lasts from May till September.

For Antartica, the season is even shorter, running from November to February.

Although the tropical regions are in season all year, there is a great variation in the amount of rainfall throughout the year. Locations such as the Caribbean will have less rain during the summer months and more rain during the winter months.

And finally, although not a restriction as such, some people prefer to avoid places that may be affected by the hurricane season. If a cruise ship encounters a storm it will alter its route to avoid it, which means you may miss certain places that you wanted to visit.

5) What part of the world do you want to visit?

You can cruise almost anywhere in the world, even landlocked countries are often available to explore through river cruises. So it’s no surprise that this is one of the hardest decisions for cruise newcomers to make.

The amount of days that you have for your vacation will narrow your options, but beyond that, consider other issues, such as;

If you want to or have to take your vacation at a certain time of the year, which locations are available?

If you particularly want to use a certain cruise line, which locations do their ships visit?

What type of weather and climate do you prefer?

Are there any particular landmarks that you want to visit?

Are there any activities or adventures that you want to experience?

Now all you have to do it to get in touch with your travel agent.



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October 26th, 2009 by admin

Each year ends and after a long hard slog in the workplace, everyone deserves a nice long relaxing holiday, and what better way to relax than to take a winter holiday.

There are some excellent deals to be had around Christmas time and it doesn’t always have to involve skiing and staying in chalets.

To really get into the feel of Christmas, an excellent destination which is truly magical, especially if you have children to entertain has to be Lapland.

Children and adults alike can really get into the Christmas spirit whilst visiting Father Christmas, seeing the elves, huskies and reindeer.

Yet, some people prefer to leave during the winter and not have anything to do with Christmas, if this is you, then maybe you would prefer a golfing holiday during winter. One of the best places in Europe for playing golf is definitely Portugal. Famous for some of the best golf courses, Portugal has an excellent choice when it comes to choosing the right course.

As with many sporting hobbies, there are some excellent deals on websites enabling you to make the right choice as to where exactly you want to go and experience the best course. Here are some ideas on where to golf in Portugal

Winter holidays often have the perception of cold and snow but maybe you fancy a bit of excitement when it comes to spending your money. If this is you, why not consider visiting a casino during your winter place. What better place than Las Vegas. The biggest little city in the world, Las Vegas is quite frankly one of the most phenomenal places on Earth. It’s the city that never sleeps, boasting some of the most luxurious hotels, biggest buffets and of course, casinos that offer fantastic entertainment.

Make sure you have two forms of I.D and that you’re over twenty one to gamble in this city. The great thing about Las Vegas is that you need never leave the area if you don’t want to; as it has everything you could ever need. As well as the blackjack and roulette tables often casinos have in house entertainment. Cher, Celine Dion and Tom Jones are just some of the names that have regular ongoing shows in Las Vegas so it’s a place that can be enjoyed by couples or groups of friends travelling together.

When you think of Las Vegas please note that Americans do things bigger and better than most places in the world,  so take a large pair of trousers to ensure your can enjoy that slap up dinner after you win all those dollars.

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October 26th, 2009 by admin

Planning a holiday is probably the most vital thing to do to ensure you get the best out of it without having to suffer any consequesnces afterwards- be it financially, mentally or physically.

When it comes to going on holidays, most people fail to think of the important factors such as travel insurance and safety. It could be the excitement but by failing to take this into consideration, the holiday could be definitely one to remember- but for all the wrong reasons.

A large number of personal injuries occur whilst people are away. This is because they are more prone to illnesses in different countries as their bodies are not used to it.

Some holiday resorts also fail to meet the health and safety requirements and food hygiene requirements which leaves holidaymakers suffering from illnesses such as food poisoning.

Other places such as active sport holidays, fail to provide holidaymakers with adequate training and facilities which can leave a person to suffer a personal injury.

With an increase in the number of holidaymakers travelling abroad on winter sport holidays, the number of personal injury claims is expected to rise as more people seek compensation for injuries and losses caused through no fault of their own.

If you plan your holiday and ensure you know your stuff before going, the chances of falling ill are less likely- although this does not mean an accident wont happen.

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October 25th, 2009 by admin
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It’s a great thing the infamously minimal German humorous character doesn’t translate to its top-end accommodation. The 5-star hostels in Berlin are among the best and most fairly priced anywhere in the world.

Low on chortles

okay, so that the service staff isn’t exactly stand-up comic material. Then again, why would you look for that in 5-star hostels in Berlin? You could get that in hostels anywhere in the world.

In fact this brings to me an interesting point about 5-star hostels in Berlin, or any other hotel actually. The more money you pay, the less you may expect in the form of smart repartee from the hotel staff. Hotels are about service, about enjoying the whole travel experience. Why else would they ask me to enjoy my stay here at the uniquely decorated Palace hotel in Berlin? Yet I fork out hundreds of additional dollars for an enticing, ornamented, wonderful, and opulent room, as well as free use of the thermal baths, sauna, and solarium, but have a thoroughly dour time!

Not even at the best of the 5-star hotels in Berlin, the Adlon Kempinski, am I able to get a giggle out of anyone apart from the janitors. Try as I might, I couldn’t get a laugh out of anyone. I suspect it has something to do with the hotel’s really significant, classy history. I could use a heavy iron pinch bar, but even that in the hand of a 200-pound pro-wrestler would hardly be sufficient to bend the corners of the staff’s mouth into a little upward half-smirk. What do I have to do to get a giggle around here?

I sauntered up to the front desk of the Schlosshotel im Grunewald, one of the finest 5-star hostels in Berlin. ‘You know where I can get a good giggle around here, pal?’ I asked the receptionist.

‘Your ad boasted of intimacy.

You’re after…

Yes, even at the Schlosshotel im Grunewald, one of the swankiest 5-star hostels in Berlin, a giggle is as tough to find as plutonium.

okay, so we’ve established that we won’t exactly be staying at the comedy club or getting a laugh a minute. After all , who would mind having to give up laughs in exchange for state-of-the-art comforts and round the clock pampering? The 5-star hostels in Berlin provide those. Actually, not only will 5-star hostels in Berlin make you feel like royalty, they’re going to let you experience Germany’s culture first hand, too! One of the 5-star hostels in Berlin, the Swisshotel Berlin, even provides guests with the opportunity of viewing the original artworks of Markus Lupertz. His paintings adorn the walls of each of the hotel’s room. Not only that, you get to eat like royalty too! The Swisshotel Berlin boasts of a menu designed by Anton Mosimann, the official cook of Britain’s Royal Family.

Another good thing about the 5-star hotels in Berlin is they are very reasonable. For instance, you can get a room in any of the 5-star hostels in Berlin, like the 4 Seasons Berlin which is right in the center of the city, for as low as fifty six Euros a night! That’s’s less expensive than paying rent! If you have cash to burn, the Kempinski Hotel in Bristol places you smack-dab within the money-burning district of Berlin, the Kurfurstendamm. You won’t be getting any giggles, but at least you should purchase shoes to your heart’s content, whether you want them or not.

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October 23rd, 2009 by admin
Abhishek Agarwal asked:


sion is made on a cruise. All cruises provide useful facilities like rooms, airfare, meals, entertainment and boarding packages but the thing is which one suits you the best.

Many people have cruising vacation only because it provides them entertainment, relaxation and comfort and make the vacation a pleasant experience. So these are essentials that must be provided by a cruise line to its clients.

Some important factors and things that must be kept in mind while planning a cruise vacation are given below

• First and foremost decide on the destination to which your cruise should be headed and with that choose a cruise line. This will help and ensure maximum enjoyment. Different locations across the world are offered by cruise liners in various packages. Some of the popular places like Alaska, Panama Island, Mexico channel and Caribbean sea are the ones that are most favoured by vacationers.

• The number of people who are going to accompany you on your vacation also plays a major role in the selection of cruise lines as well as destination. Different ships are offered by various cruise lines for various purposes like honeymoons or family getaways. For example, for the whole family, there are family oriented ships, where adults and kids alike can enjoy. There are also romantically themed cruise ships in which there are activities like dances and romantic dinners meant only for couples to participate.

• The choice of a cruise vacation must be made, based not only on your budget. While choosing a cruise line, go for the best. Look for the best that is affordable by you and go for it. There are cruise lines that offer maximum excitement and fun for every kind of people and within their budget at that.

• Another thing that must be determined before the vacation is the duration of the cruise. Being in an island, instead of being at work, and worrying about what await you when you return will spoil the whole vacation. Cruise lines offer various sailing schedules that are a variety of lengths. Choose the one that suits your schedule best. There are cruises that offer 4 month world tours as well as those that offer a few weeks’ local tours.

• While choosing a cruise ship, consider the activities in a particular ship. Basic facilities like good accommodation along with a proper bath should be present. There should be various recreational activities like ice skating, rock climbing, scuba diving, swimming pools, gambling facilities, spas and gyms and others. Choose the cruise line that satisfies your needs as activities differ in each company’s ships.

• Also particular ships of companies must be considered. Its inauguration dates must be checked and details as to age of the ship must be collected. Go on a tour of the ship if possible and note how staff work and check if the staff practices cleanliness.

• Try to obtain an early reservation in a cruise line. It means less difficulty getting a cruise, wider variety and cheaper packages. If the reservation is done well in advance, you can avail a load of discounts. Visit any cruising line’s website for schedules of cruises. Online booking is also offered by many cruise lines. Knowledge of cruise schedule can also be obtained from travel agents who specialize in cruise vacation.

• Make a reservation as early as possible if you wish to have a shore excursion to avoid disappointment and frustration. These are great opportunities to visit and know about the culture of other countries. Also, best bargain shopping is available there.

These are just a few tips for planning a cruise vacation. The best deal available can be obtained by hiring a travel agent who specializes in cruise vacations for you.

Ask about particular cruises and the amenities provided by them to the travel agents, for they can be very good advisors.



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October 21st, 2009 by admin
jamiehanson asked:


Cruise vacations presently have become one of the most liked way of spending your vacations because it gives you enormous pleasure and fun during your most awaited period of the year that are your vacations. Either you are single, couple or a family, cruise vacation is an excellent decision to spend your holidays among other methods to spend; it is the most luxurious and lavish way to make the most out of your holidays. You may need to put in huge amount your money while preparing a cruise vacation. To get the maximum out of your well deserved money and to experience enormous excitement and fun from your cruise vacation it is excellent to think about discounted cruise vacations. Well, many people often have a feeling that a cheap cruise vacation will be a reparation for some luxuries and comforts as it is inexpensive, but it is not so, it is only that the fares are lowered for which some other people may have spent lavishly. The lavishness and latest cruises would rather sail a full-fledged ship than sailing it with vacant berths, thus the fantastic choice for these cruise lines is to allow reservations at last minute with discounted fares. To get inexpensive cruises it even depends on how intelligently you do your bookings, like you have to book the cruise vacations during the off-seasons rather than during high seasons when the prices are the highest, you should also see the current demand for the company presenting cheap cruises. There are several reasons that help you to reserve lavish cruises as discounted cruises like: - Firstly you should choose the location where you would prefer to go by cruise, it will be sensible to arrange your cruise vacations during off season when the charges are reduced. - Secondly wait for an inaugural discount offer that comes along with new cruises which aids you fetch cheap cruise with all the comforts. - Thirdly plan a cruise vacation when the demand is too less, either during end of your vacation or just beginning of your holidays. - Think about group bookings where you manage to cut down the per head cost reasonably and hence enjoy all the pleasures of a lavish cruise at discpunted fares. - If you are yet puzzled, you can take the assistance of the Internet that provides you all the necessary official information and helps you book a cheap cruise so as to provide you the maximum pleasure and delight expected from your cruise vacation and also the highest worth for your money invested. There are several of cruise lines that provide you a great discount without compromising its luxuries. Cruises like Carnival Cruise Line is the favorite and the most famous cruise line of the world as it offers all the quality luxuries and comforts, at affordable fares and thus fetches a great worth for your money. It provides the amazing services for all age groups and is the top most option to choose as a cruise vacation at Bahamas, Alaska etc… Crystal cruises focuses on giving its customers the best of their services along with luxuries and comforts to provide customer fulfillment. It includes restaurants and cafes where the world’s excellent chef prepares an assortment of delicious cuisines served with a delight. If you want to spend your vacations in Canada, Mexico, Panama etc.. you can choose the Crystal cruise line for maximum contentment. The famous Alaska cruises facilitate you to discover Alaska’s beauty and thus aiding you experience the fantastic cruise vacations. Alaska cruises provide you a lot of services and amenities that you may have experienced in any other cruise line. You can sense its comforts and also experience Alaska’s scenic beauty by observing the big glaciers and its unique wildlife. Alaska cruise line often offers cheap fares and schemes to its customers during off-season or end of the season, its fares are quite competitive and affordable. You can get several cruise lines that offer you cheap prices and the best possible services and comforts, each cruise line has a class of its own. So what are you waiting for, just arrange a location and enjoy your holidays on a cruise.



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October 21st, 2009 by admin
Genna Roberts asked:


Here at Inside Cruise we like to keep our members in the know with all the latest cruise advice. So here are some of our top insider tips to help you get the best deals when it comes to booking your next cruise.

1. Booking your Cruise

It may seem logical to book your cruise directly with the cruise line, but this isn’t always going to get you the best price. You may find a travel agent can offer a discounted price on the same cruise which means great savings for you. But don’t make the mistake of assuming you will get the best quote simply by walking into your high street agent, come on, you have to do a little work to save yourself some money! Which leads me to my next point…

2. Getting Quotes

Accepting the first price you are quoted wont always get you the best deal. The key is to get prices from a few different companies. Travel agents work hard to earn commission on each sale, and the more they have to discount for you, means less money for them. Again, this is where a little hard work now pays off later. It seems just about every travel agent promises to price beat, so, take advantage and hunt around for the lowest price. When you have it, why not go back to the most helpful agent, and see if they can beat it? It’s not always just the lowest price you’re looking for either, P&O, Princess, Cunard and Ocean Village for example will offer onboard credit to selected agents on different dates on many of their cruises.

3. Customer Loyalty

It’s sad but true; loyalty does not always pay off. You may have received a great deal on your last cruise and have gone back to your same agent expecting another. It is still important to be ringing around. As an existing customer, these travel agents know they already have your custom, they also know you are less likely to be ringing other companies for prices. Obviously, this isn’t always the case, some agents will genuinely reward their loyal customers, but it’s always worth checking.

4. Booking Onboard

We have all been there; 13 nights into your fortnight holiday, and it all feels like it’s over far too soon. And, if it’s been really good, all you can think about is when you can come back again. Well, good news - on many cruises you will be given the opportunity to rebook a cruise onboard with the purser or at the future cruise desk. They may be offering discounted prices, onboard spending money and lower deposits to secure your booking there and then. If you do rebook onboard, but feel discounts and onboard credit still isn’t enough, once you get home, why not check a few prices offered by travel agents? If they can offer a further discount, you may be able to get the booking transferred to them. The best part is, you still get to keep any benefits offered to you for booking onboard whilst taking advantage of the lower price.

5. Cruise Only

It is becoming increasingly popular to tailor make your own cruise holiday, this not only gives you the luxury of flexibility with your travel plans, but can be a more cost effective way to holiday.

It may be surprising to hear that when booking your cruise package (flights, hotel stays and transfers) with the cruise line, the flight can cost more than the cruise itself!

The idea is to get “cruise only”. This means you are just taking the cruise from the cruise line and will find alternative flights and hotels elsewhere. Your travel agent can then search around for you to find a suitable flight, transfer and hotel stay as required. This can save you a whole lot of money, and allow you to choose your preferred flight and hotel, too.

It isn’t always advisable to do this, particularly if it is your first cruise, or if you are going to a destination that you are unsure of, but for many popular cruise ports including Miami, New York, Barcelona and even Vancouver it is very easy to do yourself.

Importantly, by booking the flight through your travel agent, you will still be covered by their ATOL license which protects your travel plans, (something to check before booking) and, furthermore, they will be knowledgeable about transfer times and can book a flight that will get you to your destination in good time for your cruise.

6. Shore Excursions

My final tip is to do some research on the ports you will be visiting before you go. Yes, I’m afraid it involves a little work on your part, but its well worth doing.

It is easy to play it safe and go along with the sometimes pricy excursions offered by the cruise lines, and in many cases, an arranged excursion is a great, safe way to see places. However, often the destination is at the port, so you can explore yourself, or you may find it cheaper to hop in a taxi and head to places you really want to see and not the places the cruise lines want to take you. Also, be aware that if you pay for arranged excursions before you go, and they are cancelled, due to weather or a change in port of call on the itinerary, you may not be refunded.

Well there it is, enough inside information to make any travel agent squirm… So go out there, do a little work, and make sure you get the very best deal on your next cruise.



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October 20th, 2009 by admin
sharon asked:


BERLIN EXCELSIOR HOTEL: There are four Berlin hotels which belong to the Leonardo Group.  Excelsior Hotel in Berlin is a four star hotel which is located in one of the most ideal areas in Berlin. It is well within walking distance to commercial areas, zoo, Kurfuerstendamm and KaDeWe. From Excelsior Hotel in Berlin reaching ICC Convention Centre, Tegel International Airport and Schoenefeld Airport is easy by the frequent public transport. Excelsior Hotel in Berlin is situated very close to important shopping malls of Berlin. Almost all the places of interest, restaurants, bars, and the famous Ku’damm are very close by to the Excelsior Hotel in Berlin and can be accessed within a few minutes walk.

Excelsior Hotel in Berlin has about 315 rooms and 2 suites. There are five meeting rooms which can accommodate up to 120 people. The meeting rooms in Excelsior Hotel in Berlin are provided with conference rooms, banquet facilities, audio visual equipment, internet access, and other equipments which will make any meeting a grand success.

The other services offered by Excelsior Hotel in Berlin are concierge services, complimentary newspapers, bar, lounge, restaurants, parking garage, and so on. You will be comfortable with the staff at the Excelsior Hotel in Berlin, who are fluent in many languages.

There is a safe deposit box in the front desk in Excelsior Hotel in Berlin where you can keep the valuables and go out.  You will be able to exchange your currency also in the counter in Excelsior Hotel in Berlin. All the rooms are provided with phone, TV, mini bar, child care, smoking rooms, and rollaway beds. You are sure to enjoy and feel homely about your stay in Excelsior Hotel in Berlin.

LEONARDO AIRPORT HOTEL BERLIN SCHOENEFELD: Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld is located just three minutes drive from the future international airport Airport Berlin Schoenefeld. With over 150 rooms and apartments, Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld proves a home away from home for the guests of any sort who stay here. The city of Berlin is only thirty minutes drive from Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld.

There are about 6 conference rooms in Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld with all modern equipments for meetings and conferences. The spa in Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld energizes you and the much needed relaxation is passed on to you. Tourist spots like culture city of Potsdam, Spreewald or Tropical islands, an adventure park are easily reachable from Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld. You are also permitted to bring your pets to Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld which should suit pet-lovers.

The rooms in Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld are provided with a shower, hairdryer, TV, telephone, radio, safe, and mini bar which will cover almost what you want. You can avail the free shuttle service of Hotel Berlin Schoenefeld from the airport and also there is public transport from station Zoologischer Garten which leaves you very near the hotel once you get down one station before the terminus. 

SPREEWALD INN HOTEL: Centrally located between Berlin, Potsdam, Dresden and Cottbus, the Spreewald Inn Hotel in Berlin helps you cover the important places within the shortest possible time. Tourist sports, lakes, and Tropical Island are within the immediate vicinity of Spreewald Inn Hotel in Berlin. There are about 60 rooms, sauna, bowling alleys, and bar which make your stay in Spreewald Inn Hotel in Berlin a comfortable and homely one. Spreewald Inn Hotel in Berlin has special offers for group travels. You are sure to feel all the more comfortable with the multi-lingual staff who attend on you.

All the rooms in Spreewald Inn Hotel in Berlin are provided with shower, telephone, TV, radio, and non-smoking rooms are also available. Come and experience the luxury and comfort of this hotel.

BEST WESTERN LEONARDO HOTEL BERLIN: Ideally located in between Berlin City and the airport, Best Western Leonardo Hotel in Berlin has nearly 80 rooms, family rooms, and apartments which are designed to provide comfort and pleasure. The conference rooms with direct access to the garden are technically furnished to suit any occasion. You can enjoy Italian specialties, and other various types of food in the winter garden.

Staff that is multi-lingual make you feel at home here. There are many other facilities in Best Western Leonardo Hotel in Berlin which will suit your taste and your holiday will be pleasant if you plan your stay there. You can reach the hotel using public transport very easily from the airport or the city center.

Plan your trip well in advance and book accommodation accordingly so that you can avoid the tiresome travel and go back with pleasant memories of your stay at Berlin hotels.

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