Travel Forum / Travel Types / Cruises / October 2007

A travel agency that mails me information mailed me this ... I think I
removed all references ... and the click here links are inactive ... I
know many here loved that line and the ships and may want to see a
summary of what and where and when about them ...

I need some quick help. My aunt is on a Royal Carribean cruise in
northern Europe right now (Norway, Sweden, etc.). Her father
unexpectedly passed away this morning. How do I get a message to her?
Obviously, I'm going to contact the cruise line. Do they have

Why the world doesn't know about the most beautiful cold desert at the
top of the world in Ladakh, India?
Why the great tourism opportunity in Changthang, ladakh is not fully
exploited?

Thanks...
Sylvia - too old to quit now

Ive heard that car rental is on the expensive side but someone
mentioned that there are $2 buses that you can catch.  Is that true.
Do they still rent scooters or somthing?  Whats the most convenient
from the docks?

Mine would have to be those who hog chairs with towels and then you
see the towels sitting on empty chairs throughout the day.  As far as
I am concerned if you aren't in the chair for about 15 minutes or no
family member is right there the chairs are fair game.  What do you

Herewith copy of an email I tried to send to Princess
via their web site (contact us).  I could not find
where to send the email from.
(start of email)

Just a general question - I am cruising with my kids soon - what do you
typically tip for kids?  They are 11 and 6

Windjammer crew donations sought
MIAMI Beach 3 October  Loyal passengers of embattled Windjammer Barefoot
Cruises are mobilising a cash drive to help feed and support crewmembers
aboard stranded vessels. Communications with crew and solicitations for

A colleague of mine at school asked me about winter time sailings out
of NYC this year.  When I suggested he might like to come along with
us on the Norwegian Gem for her Christmas cruise, he was interested,
but would prefer a shorter voyage.  What other ships are sailing out

I have been on three cruises and had a great time.  They're a terrific
value, and are second to none for feeling pampered (and overfed).  I
find being at sea exciting and yet utterly relaxing, and there's a lot
to be said for a vacation that is so effortless.

Will the new 150.000 GRT ship that NCL is going to build have a second
enclosed pool. I hope it does, and I hope they put the ship cruising out
of NYC all year round. What has anyone heard about the new ship??

Princess has now raised the amount they add on to your bill  they now
add $10.50 a day p.p.   no big deal,but i bet a lot of people will find
fault with it,we always tip above and beyond that amt.anyhow.
                                                                               ...

Briefly--booked 2 suites on NCL 8 day Mexican Riviera cruise, couple of
months ago.  Last week, found out that the same category suites are now
being sold for $1,000 less per suite.  According to TA, the policy with
NCL is "too bad, so sad."  In other words, tough luck buddy, ...

I am just back from a Seminar at Sea on the Beautiful Brilliance of
the Seas!
a 7 day Special Cruise plus we stayed Pre and Post  Venice and
Barcelona