Cruise Escapes: Sailing the Seas to Exotic Ports


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Embark on the journey of a lifetime with Cruise Escapes: Sailing the Seas to Exotic Ports. This comprehensive guide takes you through the world’s most captivating cruise destinations, from the sun-soaked beaches of the Caribbean to the historic ports of the Mediterranean and the wild, untamed beauty of Alaska. Discover the best cruises for every traveler, whether you seek adventure, luxury, culture, or relaxation. Learn how to plan and book the perfect cruise, explore the unique amenities and activities available on board, and get insider tips for making the most of your time at sea. With detailed itineraries, expert advice, and inspiring stories, this book is your ultimate companion for discovering the world from the deck of a ship. Set sail and explore the endless possibilities of cruise travel!




Rick Steves Mediterranean Cruise Ports


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Set sail and dive into Europe's magnificent port cities with Rick Steves Mediterranean Cruise Ports! Inside you'll find: Rick's expert advice on making the most of your time on a cruise and fully experiencing each city, with thorough coverage of 23 ports of call Practical travel strategies including how to choose and book your cruise, adjust to life on board on the ship, and save money Self-guided walks and tours of each port city so you can hit the best sights, sample authentic cuisine, and get to know the culture, even with a short amount of time Essential logistics including step-by-step instructions for arriving at each terminal, getting into town, and finding necessary services like ATMs and pharmacies Rick's reliable tips and candid advice on how to beat the crowds, skip lines, and avoid tourist traps Helpful reference photos throughout and full-color maps of each city Useful tools like mini-phrasebooks, detailed instructions for any visa requirements, hotel and airport recommendations for cruise access cities, and what to do if you miss your ship Full list of coverage: Provence, Marseille, Toulon and the Port of La Seyne-sur-Mer, Cassis, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Villefrance-sur-Mer, Cap Ferrat, Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, the Port of Livorno, Rome, the Port of Civitaveccia, Naples, Sorrento, Capri, Pompeii, Herculaneum, the Amalfi Coast, Venice, Split, Dubrovnik, Athens, the Port of Piraeus, Mykonos, Santorini, Corfu, Olympia and the Port of Katakolo, Crete and the Port of Heraklion, Rhodes, Istanbul, Ephesus, and The Port of Kusadasi Maximize your time and savor every moment in port with Rick's practical tips, thoughtful advice, and reliable expertise. Heading north? Pick up Rick Steves Scandinavian & Northern European Cruise Ports.




The Best Cruise Destinations


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Islands Magazine


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Islands Magazine


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Life at Sea


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In Life at Sea, anthropologist Monique Layton draws on her experiences on modern cruise ships to examine the evolution of sailing from the Age of Exploration to the Age of Tourism. Using historical records and the reports of people who once went to sea through necessity, curiosity, or adventure, she shows the common events that have shaped their voyages and the ingenuity, courage, and determination that characterize mankind's connection with the all-surrounding sea. The book's topics range from the dependence on the wind and manpower through the invention of devices to determine location at sea to modern maritime technology, from the devastation of scurvy and starvation on early ships of exploration and trade to the luxuries of omnipresent food, on-board medical treatment, and professional entertainment available on behemoth cruise ships. The book also delves into the deeper meaning of seafarers' rituals and their harsh lives with severe discipline and few rewards. These aspects along with the horrors of the slave trade and naval warfare, the harrowing crossings of emigrants and convicts, the ambiguities of piracy, and economics of global trade all show the contradictory elements that have consistently shaped travel by sea....




Cruising World


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Unrelated Business Income Tax


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Safety of Life at Sea


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The Total Traveler Guide to Worldwide Cruising


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An award-winning travel writer specializing in cruises, Blum offers sound advice on everything first-time cruisers need to know; what to pack alternatives to megaship, cruises, and more. Essential for all novice cruisers.