Cruising Regions
by Paul Motter
Articles on specific cruises and ports of call worldwide.
FEATURE ARTICLES ON PORTS OF EMBARKATION:
Port Guide: Philadelphia
Miami: Bayside
Miami: Historic Coral Gables Biltmore Hotel
Miami: South Beach - America's Riviera
Miami:South Beach Delano Hotel: Sea and be Seen
New Orleans: Take Time for the Big Easy
New York: NCL's Big Apple Option
Orlando Update
Orlando: EPCOT'S Global Dining Scene
San Juan: Bienvenidos
Cruising from Tampa Bay
Port Canaveral: Fun in Port Canaveral
Seattle: Sightseeing in Seattle
Vancouver: Pre & Post Cruise
FEATURE ARTICLES BY CRUISING REGION:
Arctic & Antarctica
Cruising the Far North
Antarctic Journey
Alaska
Comprehensive Cruise Planning Guide: Alaska
Bermuda
Bermuda Basics
Canada & New England
Going Ashore in New England and Canada
Rail Excursions: Getting Railroaded for Pleasure
Caribbean & Bahamas
Nosing Around Nassau
St. Martin or St. Maarten?
A Stop in St. Thomas
Aruba: The Appeal of Aruba
Caribbean Plus Panama: The 10-Day Solution
Grand Cayman: Swimming with What?
Nassau: Discovering Atlantis
Europe - Northern Europe, Baltic & British Isles
Seeing Stockholm
Seeing St. Petersburg
Exploring Lisbon
Norway Coastal Cruising
A St. Petersburg Sojourn
European Rivers
Russian River Cruising - Part 1
Russian River Cruising - Part 2
Historic Towns and Tulips, Too
Seeing France from a Houseboat
Amsterdam to Prague: Europe West to East
Danube River Daily Account
Danube River: Time to See the Sites
Hawaii
Hawaii Heats Up - Hawaii Cruising Overview 2005/2006
Teeing Off in Hawaii
Hawaii on Celebrity's Summit: Let's Get "Lei'd"
Trans-Pacific Cruising from Hawaii
Mexico
Mounting Up in Mazatlan
Port Guide: Ensenada
The Mexican Riviera: More than Mariachis
Cozumel Choices
Playa del Carmen: The Pleasures of Playa
Progreso/Merida Opens for Business
Pacific Coast
Sightseeing in Seattle
Pre- or Post-Cruise: L.A.'s Death Tour
Seeing San Diego
Port Briefing: Catalina
Panama Canal
Canal Partial Transit: The 10-Day Solution
Canal Passage aboard Marco Polo
South America
Celebrity's Galapagos
Amazon: Cruising Through a Glorious Green Hell
South America Cruising Tips
South America's West Coast
South Pacific
New Zealand: Cruising Literary New Zealand
Sydney - Tahiti: Voyage Through Paradise
| Christmas Markets - Final Edition | |
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My final Christmas Markets cruise report from Salzburg - city of Mozart and Sound of Music - in December.
12-27-12 |
| Europe in Autumn, Winter and Spring | |
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How to pack for all off-season European cruises by region; Mediterranean to Baltic; autumn, winter and spring
12-20-12 |
| Christmas Markets Cruise - continued | |
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A pre-Christmas winter cruise to Europe to see the traditional Christmas Markets of Vienna, Budapest, Salzburg and more
12-12-12 |
| Christmas Markets Packing | |
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What to take on a European Christmas Markets River Cruise on the Rhine or Danube Rivers
12-10-12 |
| Christmas Markets Cruise Deals | |
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The European Christmas Markets Cruises are among the most memorable holiday experiences possible.
10-29-12 |
| New York Cruising Recovers from Sandy | |
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It has taken a Herculean effort to keep New York running as a cruise port - post-Sandy
11.18.12 |
| Houston Bayport Cruise Terminal Gets Busy | |
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In one day two different cruise lines announce new cruises out of Houston's Bayport Cruise Terminal
11-16-12 |
| Europe's Atlantic, Baltic and River Cruises | |
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A guide for people considering a European cruise: The Baltic and Atlantic cruise ports and river cruises.
06-08-12 |
| Mediterranean Cruise Port Guide | |
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Mediterranean cruises are on sale in 2012: A synopsis of the most common ports of call.
06-07-12 |
| Cruise Tips: Selecting a Cruise Port | |
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The first of a series, this article features the secrets to choosing a port of departure that is best suited to your travels. 02-02-12 |
| Curious, Chic Key West | |
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by Barbara Ferguson and Elizabeth S. Brownell
It's so exotic many people forget it's part of the United States. 12-16-11 |
| Falmouth: Jamaica's New Cruise Port | |
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by Jason Leppert
Centrally located between Ocho Rios and Montego Bay, Falmouth places the bulk of the island's shore excursions within reach. 12-06-11 |
| New Orleans Meets Voyager of the Seas | |
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by Jason Leppert
With the introduction of Voyager of the Seas to New Orleans, Royal Caribbean heralds its return to the Mississippi port city. 12-05-11 |
| Carnival Magic Moves to Galveston | |
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The popular Texas port will serve Carnival as well as Disney, Princess and Royal Caribbean. 11-15-11 |
| The Best European Cruise | |
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Viking River Cruises offers an in-depth exploration of Soviet history via luxury river cruise.
10-20-11 |
| Stress-Free Cruises from Southampton | |
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A message from the United Kingdom about the convenience of "home-port" cruising, especially from Southampton.
9-16-11 |
| Viking River Cruising in Europe | |
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European riverboat cruises, such as those offered by Viking River Cruises, provide exceptional onboard experiences plus fascinating historical insights.
8-18-11 |
| Trujillo, Honduras' Banana Coast | |
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The latest historic Caribbean port to receive an extensive cruise line upgrade is Trujillo, Honduras.
8-9-11 |
| The Only Way to See Hawaii | |
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Cruise ships offer the best way to see all of Hawaii's most important sites in one vacation.
Go> 8-4-11 |
| European Shore Excursions | |
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Don't go overboard pre-planning your European cruise shore excursions. You may find better options once you are on the ship.
Go> 5-31-11 |
| Exploring Palm Beach County, Florida | |
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Next time you cruise from Ft Lauderdale or Miami head north to this playground to America's Billionaires.
Go> 01-08-10 |
| Hyatt Regency Jacksonville | |
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Hyatt Regency Jacksonville offers an ideal fit for cruise travelers
Go> 05-28-10 |
| Fort Lauderdale Pre-cruise Hotels | |
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Pre-cruise hotel recommendations for cruisers leaving from Fort Lauderdale Port Everglades
Go> 01-07-10 |
| San Diego: Our Nation's Most Inviting Port | |
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Plenty of local attractions and the most convenient port and airlift facilities in the country make San Diego a fantastic port city to spend extra time before your next cruise.
Go> 10-16-09 |
| Tarantulas, Piranhas and Caviar, Oh My! | |
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Amazonian Adventures on the Silver Wind from The Atlantic and beyond Manaus
Go> 8-29-09 |
| 2009 Philadelphia Cruise guide | |
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Philly has proven itself not only a very capable cruise port, but as an exciting destination unto inself.
Go> 8-29-09 |
| European Cruising Primer -- Part 2 | |
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A guide for first-time visitors considering a cruise: The Baltic, Atlantic cruising and river trips. 08-24-09 |
| Med Cruise: Mediterranean Cruising - a Primer | |
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Med Cruises - A guide to Europe's most popular cruising region for first-time visitors. 08-24-09 |
| Late 2009 West Coast Mexico Cruises | |
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Affordable to Fanciful - the upcoming California Fall and Winter 2009/10 West Coast cruise season offers bigger and better selections than ever.
Go> 8-10-09 |
| Understanding the European Cruise Market | |
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Pan-European cruise lines Costa and MSC Cruises are bitter rivals for the Euro market in Italy, Spain, France, Germany and U.K.
Go> 7-27-09 |
| The Yangtze River -- Rich with History | |
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Viking River Cruises offers an extensive array of Yangtze River cruises with add-on trips to China's top attraction; Beijing, Shanghai and the Terra Cotta Army.
Go> 7-23-09 |
| Running a Small-Ship Alaska Charter Business | |
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We get a first-person account of what it is like to live in Alaska and operate a small charter boat for tourists to explore the wildlife.
Go> 2-06-09 |
| Local Cruises | |
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Local cruises, ship departures from U.S. cities like Seattle and Boston, are back due to the economic slowdown. Here is a guide to finding the perfect local cruise for you.
Go> 1-05-09 |
| Juneau: Alaska Adventure | |
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Our 36-hour stay in Juneau offered enough excitement to qualify as an Alaska adventure on its own.
Go> 9-03-08 |
| Cape Liberty: Cruise Gateway to Manhattan | |
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Here are some tips for extending your cruise vacation with a visit to New York City -- at New Jersey prices.
Go> 8-22-08 |
| Cozumel Choices - Update | |
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Cozumel has come a long way since the devastation of Hurricane Wilma in 2005. Plans include a new pier for Oasis-class ships.
Go> 8-04-08 |
| Cruising the Coast of Eastern Canada | |
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For an affordable and easy getaway cruise, these Canadian ports are historically charming and rife with natural beauty.
Go> 8-01-08 |
| European Cruise Recommendations from Oceania | |
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How is the current economy affecting the biggest cruising season in Europe ever? Cruisemates interviewed Oceania Cruises' Tim Rubacky to find out.
Go> 6-18-08 |
| Going Ashore in New England and Canada | |
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East Coast summer cruises offer historic cities like Boston, Cape Cod, Newport RI and Nova Scotia. 5-16-08
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| Zip Line Shore Excursions | |
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How to get the most out of this action-oriented tour option now available on many cruises. 4-09-08
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| Fun in Ft. Lauderdale | |
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Whether you are staying a few hours or a few weeks, our guide to this busy and beautiful Florida port city. 1-12-07
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| Cruising from Tampa Bay | |
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This convenient Gulf Coast port has plenty of attractions for pre- or post-cruise visits. 11-27-06
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| Mounting Up in Mazatlan | |
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Our intrepid reporter tries a horseback riding shore excursion.
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| Sightseeing in Seattle | |
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This historic US city has beauty and distinction. What to see and do.
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Port Guide: Philadelphia
Miami: Bayside
Miami: Historic Coral Gables Biltmore Hotel
Miami: South Beach - America's Riviera
Miami:South Beach Delano Hotel: Sea and be Seen
New Orleans: Take Time for the Big Easy
New York: NCL's Big Apple Option
Orlando Update
Orlando: EPCOT'S Global Dining Scene
San Juan: Bienvenidos
Cruising from Tampa Bay
Port Canaveral: Fun in Port Canaveral
Seattle: Sightseeing in Seattle
Vancouver: Pre & Post Cruise
FEATURE ARTICLES BY CRUISING REGION:
Arctic & Antarctica