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Mandy Karlik's Articles in Cruises

  • What Cruise Passengers Must Know About Duty-Free Shopping Onboard Ship!
    Cruise ships offer an array of charming little shipboard boutiques that advertise duty-free delights ... but are these really good deals? And what on earth is "duty" anyway? Find out about duty-free shopping and how to get the best buys onboard ship (and when to jump ship).
  • Position, Position, Position: A Cruise Lover's Guide to Repositioning Cruises
    Cruise shoppers may occasionally run across a bargain cruise that's labeled a "repositioning cruise." A repositioning cruise can indeed be a great vacation package--but only for the right kind of cruise passengers. Find out more about what a repositioning cruise and whether or not you fit the profile of the "repositioning cruise lover."
  • Six Secrets to Not Overpaying for Your First (or Next) Cruise Vacation
    Cruises are a great vacation deal but for those new to cruising or even veteran cruisers looking to book passage, it can be confusing. While there are spectacular deals and cruising, overall, is an excellent value, it is possible to book the wrong cruise or pay too much. So how do you know? Travel writer Mandy Karlik shares some basic strategies to being sure you find the cruise that's right for you at the right price.
  • Why Solo Cruise Passengers Need to Find a Cruise Buddy
    Cruises are great vacation values but the packages are always based on double occupancy. That's great for couples, but solo passengers can end up getting dinged to occupy a stateroom by having to pay two fares or at least a supplement. Beyond financial concerns, solo cruising has other disadvantages. Single passengers who want to cruise should find a compatible cruise buddy.
  • Cruise America by Steamboat This Year
    Paddlewheel boats still ply the Mississippi and other American rivers. From short brunch or evening cruises on these historic steamboats to multi-day river cruises, passengers can get a taste of that more stately era by booking passage on an authentic steamboat. Smaller that traditional cruise ships, paddlewheelers are actually more maneuverable and give the traveler a completely different cruise experience.
  • See Alaska By Cruise Ship This Summer
    Alaskan cruises are very popular for good reason. They're spectacular and they provide an easy, comfortable, reasonably priced way to explore a great state that is otherwise not so easily accessible. Planned excursions offer once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to see and do things like go whale-watching or fish for Alaskan king salmon or flight-see glaciers.
  • Why Venice is a Great Stop on a Cruise Vacation
    Venice is a popular destination for tourists and with good reason. This is a unique, historical city that offers travelers the chance to discover her by getting lost! European destinations are increasingly popular for cruise lines, and Venice is always a favorite.
  • Secrets of Planning a Successul Cruise Ship Wedding, Party, or Meeting
    Affiinity groups are special interest groups, such as weddings, business meetings or family reunions, who want to book a cruise together. Many cruise lines are very willing to accommodate such groups and some even go so far as to offer group discounts or make facilities available for private events.
  • Grab The Best Deal on a Summer Cruise Now
    There are so many cruise opportunities and cruise lines on the market it is hard to know if you're getting a good deal. It is even harder to really shop around. This guide gives you some pointers to help narrow your search so that you can find the best cruise deal for your particular interests.

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