If you want a holiday that`s hassle-free, virtually pre-paid, & that lets you see lots of places while only needing to pack & unpack once, then you should try a cruise. This best-selling book, now in its landmark 30th year, is the cruise industry bible: it gives you a wealth of information that will enable you to choose the right cruise for you. Meticulously updated every year by cruise expert Douglas Ward, it is divided into two main parts: the first helps you work out what you`re looking for in a cruise holiday & how to find it; the lively text & colour photographs describe every aspect of life on board, including safety, the highs & lows of the cruise experience & how to save money. The second part contains unbiased reviews & fascinating detail of almost 300 ocean-going cruise vessels, & grades them on service, food, entertainment & facilities, using an internationally recognised ratings system. Additional information
Includes:: insight into how the world of cruising has evolved in the last 30 years & the author’s top 30 cruise experiences. The first part covers topics from safety, dining, entertainment, standards of service & hospitality, money-saving tips, to cruising for families, singles, senior citizens & disabled travellers. Specialist cruises are discussed too, such as river cruising, Antarctic explorer vessels, & around-the-world cruises. This unrivalled detail is complemented by a vast number of tables & checklists, colour photographs & maps. The second section contains detailed information on almost 300 ocean-going cruise vessels & evaluates them using an internationally recognised ratings system. With more than 40 years of experience, & spending some 200 days a year aboard cruise ships, Douglas Ward evaluates their facilities, meticulously inspecting each ship. In his quest to bring you the truth about cruising, no stone is left unturned, from the fluffiness of the towels to the quality of the china, & from the welcome aboard to the disembarkation process.