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Cabin Categories: Which are Most Popular and Why
Cruisemates readers have different reasons for selecting one type of stateroom over another, and it isn't always related solely to price.   Go>
8-27-08
 
A Refresher Course for First Time Cruisers
CruiseMates' Cruise Director Kuki revisits his advice on what to expect and how to prepare if you've never sailed before.   Go>
8-25-08
 
Cape Liberty: Cruise Gateway to Manhattan
Here are some tips for extending your cruise vacation with a visit to New York City -- at New Jersey prices.   Go>
8-22-08
 
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How to Complain to a Cruise Line and Get Results (Part II)
In Part 2 of this two-part series, we'll examine some specific cases where CruiseMates readers have effectively made their complaints heard by the cruise lines.   Go>
8-20-08
 
Cruise Bargains Newsletter
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How to Complain to a Cruise Line and Get Results (Part I)
A poll of our readers finds surprises in the most effective ways to get satisfaction for problems -- including financial compensation.   Go>
8-18-08
 
Silversea's Prince Albert II
This small cruise line has brought a new level of luxury to adventure cruises, so travelers can get close to nature without sacrificing any creature comforts.   Go>
8-15-08
 
Celebrity Solstice Unveiled (With Photos!)
The first in her class, Solstice's 122,000 ton size makes her the largest vessel in Celebrity's fleet and one of the largest cruise ships in the world today.   Go>
8-14-08
 
Cruising to Bankruptcy?
In these tough economic times, using your credit to pay for a cruise could be a big mistake. Sage financial advice from our CruiseMates readers.   Go>
8-13-08
 
Church-based Theme Cruises Thriving
Now you can have "church" even while on a cruise -- faith-based cruising offers a way to solidify the congregation by cruising together on the high seas.   Go>
8-11-08
 
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Cruise Picture of the Day
Jewel Gallery
by: lisa
How do you like that gorgeous sunset?

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Message Boards HOT TOPIC!
Are Babysitters Always Available?
Our grandson will be much too young to attend Portofino with us and his parents. Does anyone know if babysitting is always available on Freedom of the Seas? If so, how do you go about reserving a sitter? We appreciate any help offered.  Go>
 
Reader Review of the Week
Carnival Cruise Lines: Imagination
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Overall I really enjoyed my cruise. I would definitely cruise again but next time would probably look for something with less children and teens.

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Consumer Affairs
Consumer Affairs CruiseMates answers the complicated cruise consumer questions. Go>
 
Family Cruising
Family Cruises Luisa Frey Gaynor focuses on children's facilities and programs on all major cruise lines. Go>
 
Singles Cruising
Singles Cruises Singles Cruisers Get Together Here. Contact other singles on Ships. Go>
 
Luxury Cruise Lins
Luxury Cruises The best food and service in the world is on luxury cruise ships. All the information here. Go>
 
The Kuki Side of Cruising
Cruise Director Kuki All the antics of our Wacky CruiseMates Cruise Director here for your pleasure!Go>
 
CruiseMates Group Cruises
Sail with us on a CruiseMates group cruise for friendship, fun, and savings. Go>
 
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Cruise Trivia Meet on Board Bon Voyage
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First-time Cruisers
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Before You Go
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Aboard the Ship
Early or late dinner? Informal or casual? Medical services, casinos, laundry, tipping and more

Best of Cruising
Best ships for romance, cuisine, service, cabins, entertainment and best-looking captain

Cruise Humor|Editorials
From the serious to the sarcastic. Opinions of our editors and staff

Ports of Call
Articles on specific cruises and ports of call worldwide.

CruiseMates' Cruises
Join us aboard ship on these special sailings.

Ship Poll
Rate your last cruise and check the results of our readers' poll.

Consumer Affairs
Our Consumer Affairs editor answers your questions and and addresses your complaints.

Family Cruising
Cruising with toddlers to teens. A rundown of children's programs offered by various cruise lines.

Singles
Sailing single? Meet and mingle in our message boards and get good advice.

Teens & Kids
Teens? Will you get bored? Not if you start here! Meet other teens sailing on your ship before you cruise!

Gay & Lesbian
Opinion, advice and a place to meet and greet.

Ship Feature Articles
Our staff's first-person opinions of ships we've just cruised on.

Cruise Trivia
Test your cruise knowledge with our daily challenge.

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