Expand your sense of adventure. Turn on your appetite. Uncork your spontaneity. When you cruise, your vacation happens on your own terms. Explore exotic destinations and cultures or just sit in a hot tub and watch the scenery glide by. Take in some of the best entertainment at sea or enjoy a word-class meal under the stars. It's your vacation. And with so much included in your cruise fare, you won't have to worry about anything, except what to do next.

Share your adventure with your friends. While onboard, why not do a blog, Tweet or Facebook update.

When it comes to cruising....

Flavors will leave you at a loss for words. or a short 140 character tweet. But don’t let the small size fool you—you can share a lot about your cruise with a little space.

You can talk about dining at an authentic steakhouse, gourmet French bistro, Italian trottoria, Mexican cantina or Asian Fusion restaurant. Dining on today's cruise ship offers a range of flavors, cultural influences, and mouth-watering delights. Crack open some fresh lobster or twirl up some al dente pasta with a tiramisu finale. Let an ultra-tender, charred ribeye melt in your mouth or enjoy some fresh yellow fin sushi. With so many choices included in your cruise fare and a tantalizing collection of specialty restaurants, you won't just travel the world. You'll get a delicious taste of it.

Entertainment you'll be describing right after show, or long after they end.

At sea you can enjoy award-wining performances of some of your favorite Broadway-style productions. Uncork a Bordeau on deck. Then dance to your song in the piano bar. Or end the day with some laughs in the Comedy Club.

Talk about the big one that didn't get away.

Everyone has a "fish" story.  On a cruise you can take a shore excursion and go deep sea fishing in the beautiful azure-blue Caribbean. Or salmon fishing in Alaska at a remote mountain top lake, accessible only by float plane.  Send that photo  of you with the "catch of the day" to your friends.

Every great story has some oohs and ahs worth talking about.

Pamper you indulgences with a long list of spa amenities, including hot stone massages, facials, hydrotherapy tubs and a lot more ways to relax.

And don't forget to talk about the action sequences.

How you set off on the running track. Did twenty minutes on the treadmill. Took in Yoga and spinning classes. All with some of the best and every changes views of the world.

Vacationing at sea can support a healthy outlook.

Accommodations that let you relive your story every night.

Sleep better and dream big. Balcony staterooms and suites give you everything you need to spread out and be you. Lots of room for your laptop with in-stateroom wifi. Sip a nightcap on your balcony while the moon rises over the ocean. Today's cruise ships offer the largest choice of accommodations from budget priced inside staterooms to 3 bedroom Villas complete with a private butler and concierge service. You'll always find the perfect place to relax, open the balcony door and let your vacation in.

More things to do, mean more stories to tell.

When your hotel, restaurants and entertainment travel with you, you'll spend less time starting over in each new place and more time enjoying your vacation. Unpack once - then explore a new port or city almost every day. Discover a new show every night. And a different world-class dining experience whenever the mood strikes you. Find some new moves on the dance floor or sing your favorite song during karaoke. On a cruise, you're saving more of everything, especially time for those great memories.

So many choices, including how you can save on your next cruise.

With so many choices, cruise deals and special offers designed to save you money, there's never been a better time to book your trip. If you're a senior over 55, you save.  If you serve in the military, are a firefighter, police officer or EMT, there are deals just for you. If you reside in certain states you may be able to take advantage of special Resident Rates. And if you just a kid, you could sale for Free or at a reduced rate. But you will need to plan early for the best sailing dates and accommodations.  So go online and read the Cruise Reviews your friends and fellow travelers posted, then call your travel agent to book your cruise vacation.

Need some ideas, some destination suggestions?

Read on...

Alaska

You'll get goose bumps, but it won't be from the weather. They say this is better than anything out there. And you are so out there. Sailing the Inside Passage of Alaska is a story you'll never forget. One of the best to share with your friends. Like when was the last time you Saw a humpback whale, watched glaciers calving. Went dog sledding or stared down a harp seal or studied an iceberg while sipping hot chocolate.

Ports of Departure

Seattle, Vancouver, San Francisco, Whittier or Seward ( vary by cruise line )

Ports of call ( vary by ship )

Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, Haines, Sitka, Victoria,  and Icy Strait Point

Bahamas & Florida

The sun is shining and so is your mood. And as you sail by sunny beaches and blue waters, you see so much to explore both above and below sea level. You can get the fun started by exploring a secluded beach sipping on pina coladas, visiting an historic site, shopping at local markets, or scuba diving, and snorkeling on a private island.

Ports of Departure

Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Port Canaveral , New York, Charleston ( vary by cruise line )

Ports of Call

Nassau, Grand Bahama Island, Great Stirrup Cay, Castaway Cay, Princess Cay ( vary by ship )

Bermuda

Are you still dreaming? You just left from one of the world's busiest cities. And now, the loudest thing you hear is silence. This must be an "island time" zone. With up to three days in Bermuda you have to time to picnic on a pink sand beach, tour historic monuments. Enjoy challenging golf courses and brag about your score with a tweet.  While your spouse is taking in the colorful colonial architecture and then shopping away the day. Just enjoy this beautiful island by sailing around by catamaran, take a deep sea helmet dive, or go exploring limestone caves or perusing international boutiques.

Ports of Departure

New York, Boston ( vary by cruise line )

Ports of Call

King's Wharf, Hamilton Bermuda ( vary by ship )

Canada & New England

Every season tells a story. And as you sail up the coast of Canada & New England, autumn's color reaches its peak as foliage-covered vistas spread out before you. On this cruise you can immerse yourself in age-old traditions by witnessing the Bay of Fundy's 50' tides, or touring historic lighthouses. Explore charming fishing villages and savor the region's famous clam chowder.  And while you're at it... Crack open some fresh lobster. Take in the North Atlantic salty air from your balcony.  Study the French influence that gives Quebec its charm. Then reflect on what you've seen. Take lots of pictures and post them on Flickr for all your friends to see.

Ports of Departure  ( vary by cruise line )

Boston, New York, Montreal

Ports of Call  ( vary by ship )

Halifax, Portland, Saint John, Sydney, Quebec City

The Caribbean

Where else can you discover the world's second largest coral reef or explore ancient Mayan ruins? From clear aqua waters to endless while sand beaches, The Caribbean is paradise just about everywhere you look. And it's the perfect place to make friends with dolphins. Dive  the barrier reef or snorkel teh shallows. Watch the sunset under a coconut tree or savor scenic cliff top views.

And when you return to your ship you can enjoy margaritas on your balcony, hit the spa for a facial or heat things up in the casino. Or, just dance the night away under the stars!

Ports of Departure ( vary by cruise line )

Miami,  Ft. Lauderdale,  Port Canaveral,  Tampa,  New Orleans,  Jacksonville,  Charleston, New York ( vary by cruise line )

Ports of Call  ( vary by ship )

Antigua, Barbados, Belize City, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Dominica, Grand Cayman, Nassau, Ocho Rios, Roatan, San Juan, St. Kitts, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Turks and Cacos, Aruba, Curacao, Martinique, and St. Barts, just to name a few...

Europe

If continents could tell stories, Europe would keep you on the edge of your seat. And as you sail through cultures and ancient kingdoms, you begin to find some tales to share with your friends, all on your own. Sail on Europe's leading cruise lines and explore Rome's Coliseum and the Vatican, the French Riviera and Monte Carlo. The beauty of Florence and the Tower of Piza. Sail Northern Europe and visit Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Russia. Visit and marvel at St. Catherine's Palace in St. Petersburg. Perhaps you'd rather sail the coastline of Santorini. Stand in front of Athens' majestic Parthenon.  Sample the famous ouzo at Bella Vista. Experience the Blue Mosque of Istanbul.

Ports of Departure ( vary by cruise line )

Barcelona, Dover, Copenhagen, Rome, Venice, Athens

Ports of Call ( vary by ship )

Agadir, Alanya, Amsterdam, Ashad, Athens ( Piraeus ) , Bergen, Berlin ( Warnemunde), Brussels, Casablanca, Corfu, Dubrovnik, Ephesus ( Izmir ) , Florence/Piza ( Liverno ), Funcal, Malaga, Haifa, Helsinki, Istanbul, Koper, Las Palmas, Limassol, Lisbon, Marseille, Messina, Monte Carlo, Mykonos, Naples, Palma, Ponta Delgada, Port Said, Rome ( Civitavecchia ) , Santorini , St. Petersburg, Stockholm, and Tallinn, plus many more..

Hawaii

You're sailing past an active volcano and still can't believe it. Nothing feels quite as wonderous as Hawaii. Like a winding road to Hana, there's a magical story around every turn. With 7 days to explore, you can view the enormity of Haleakula Crater. Fly through Waimea Canyon. Learn to hula at a traditional luau or try counting all the waterfalls. Or  soak up even more by playing golf, hike through rainforests, stroll on black sand beaches or see the stunning cliffs of Na Pali.

Ports of Departure ( vary by cruise line )

Honolulu, San Diego, Los Angeles, Seattle, Vancouver

Ports of Call ( vary by ship )

Honolulu, Hilo, Kahului, Kona, and more.

Panama Canal

Look left. Look right. You're sailing between two continents and two oceans on the world's biggest shortcut. Traversing the Panama Canal is a story you'll tell your friends and family for years to come. And a cruise offers the perfect opportunity to tour the elegant palaces of Cartagena. Shop for emeralds and leather. Explore rich coffee plantations, and witness the heroic cliff divers of Acapulco.

Ports of Departure ( vary by cruise line )

Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Tampa, Vancouver, Seattle, San Diego, San Francisco

Ports of Call ( vary by ship )

Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, Cartagena, Puerto Vallarta, Puntarenas, Mazatlan

Pick the Time. Pick The Place. Pick A Story To Tell

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