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Why Are Cruises One Of The Best Vacation Values?
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*Rates are
examples only based on double occupancy, cruise
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Your actual rate depends upon space availability
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Cruises Can Save $1,000* or More Compared to a Land Vacation
Everybody loves to dine in chic restaurants, enjoy
Broadway-style spectaculars, and watch the sun sink into the sea
on their vacation. But lately it's harder to afford the
luxurious escape you've been dreaming of. Don't settle for
less--cruising offers all the pampering you love at prices
everyone can afford.
Did you know that cruises cost $1,000* less than land-based
trips? Plus, planning a vacation is easy with a cruise. Imagine
jaunting from country to country worry-free without ever having
to book a hotel or scramble to find the best tours.
Don't deprive yourself of a much-needed luxury getaway. Set sail
to an exotic locale and enjoy more for less. Want to see the
savings for yourself? Compare the costs of a traditional
vacation to a cruise getaway below.
Cruises Offer Huge Savings
Sample Savings
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7-Night Caribbean Cruise
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7-Night Caribbean Land Vacation
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| Cruise
Stateroom/Hotel Room |
$1,819 - $2,019 |
$1,104 - $1,737 |
| Air Cost |
$538 |
$910 |
| Shore
Excursions/Tours |
$480 |
$480 |
| Transportation |
$60 |
$356 |
| Meals/Food |
$0 |
$700 |
| Entertainment |
$0 |
$400 |
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Total Price: |
$2,897 - $3,097 |
$3,950 - $4,584 |
Total Savings:
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$1,053 - $1,487
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With a Cruise, the Fun is Included**
Why not dance 'til dawn, then order room service? Go
ahead, climb a rock wall, then attend an art auction.
When you cruise, you'll be able to live it up at no
extra cost because the fun is included. Check out these
amazing complimentary perks:
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Delicious meals in elegant dining rooms, extravagant
buffets, and 24-hour room service
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Broadway-style spectaculars, comedy shows, first-run
movies, nightclubs, and lounges and bars, many
featuring live entertainment
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Onboard activities like rock climbing, ice skating,
miniature golf, water parks, and more
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Dance instruction, ice carving demonstrations, art
auctions, fully equipped gyms, and kids' and youth
programs
Senior Rates
For many cruises, cruise lines offer special rates
for passengers 55 years of age or older. If any traveler
in your stateroom is 55 years of age or older by the
date the cruise departs, these special rates and
additional savings may apply for all travelers in your
party.
Special rates are indicated by the
Any traveler who qualifies for
this special rate will be required to show a
government-issued form of identification (passport, or
birth certificate and driver's license) at the pier to
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Exclusive Cruise
Savings for Your
State or Region
Looking for new
ways to cruise for
less? Here's a trip
that even
experienced cruisers
may not know. Start
your search for a
low-cost cruise by
researching resident
rates. Where
you live could
entitle you to
exclusive savings.
Just click on your
home state or region
below to unlock
special fares. Plus,
while you're
shopping, look for
resident rate
reminders under the
price.
For many cruises,
we can obtain
special rates for
residents of
particular states.
Providing your
5-digit zip code
allows us to apply
these additional
savings to your
cruise price.
Special rates are
indicated by the
Any
traveler who
qualifies for a
special resident
rate will be
required to show a
government-issued
form of
identification
(passport, or birth
certificate and
driver's license) at
the pier to validate
state of residency
prior to boarding
the cruise ship.
United States
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Canada
Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
New Brunswick
Newfoundland
Nova Scotia
Northwest Territories
Ontario
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Yukon
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Chart is for illustration purposes
only. Costs are based on information at the time of
publication, July 2008. All rates are an average, based
on two people. Your actual savings may vary, based on
your travel dates, vacation length, destinations,
accommodations, shore tours/excursions, air departure
gateways and other factors.
Cruise Details
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Cruise rates range from inside to oceanview
stateroom. 7-Night Western Caribbean on the Carnival
Triumph vs. 7-nights land stay in the Caribbean.
Prices listed include fuel surcharge, government
fees and taxes. Gratuity not included.
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Cruise airfare pricing is from Chicago airport to
Miami, Florida. Price listed includes taxes and
fees.
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Cruise Line shore excursion pricing is an average of
$60 per person, on four tours, transportation
included.
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Transportation is based on round-trip taxi fare from
airport to cruise port.
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Meals are included in the cruise cost. Beverages and
gratuity are not included.
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Entertainment on ship is included. Beverages and
gratuity are not included.
Land Vacation Details
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Hotel pricing is an average of $200 per day, on a
3-4 star hotel. Price listed includes taxes and
fees. Gratuity not included.
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Airfare pricing is from Chicago airport to Grand
Cayman, Cayman Islands (GCM). Price listed includes
taxes and fees.
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Shore excursions pricing is an average of $60 per
person, on four tours, transportation included.
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Transportation cost is based on a compact car rental
for 7 days. Car rental w/ taxes and fees = $222,
Insurance = $94, Gas = $40
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Meals are based on an average of $50 per person per
day. Meals include breakfast, lunch, dinner and a
midnight snack. Beverages and gratuity are not
included.
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Day activity fees (beach chair rental, bicycle,
etc.) and night entertainment (theater/comedy
show/movie tickets, etc.) is an average of $400 for
7-days. Beverages and gratuity are not included.
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| Top 5 Family-Friendly
Cruise Lines -
Cruise Traveler
Magazine |
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Disney Cruise Line
Few names coincide
with "kids", "family" and "fun" the way "Disney"
does. |
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Royal Caribbean
Combines learning
and fun on cruises with educational
entertainment |
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Norwegian Cruise Line
Features a Kids Crew
Package with activities for each of four age
groups. |
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Princess Cruises
Comprehensive
Love Boat Kids program makes child's play of
family travel.
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Carnival
Cruises
At Carnival, fun is
a family affair. They don't just allow kids.
They love kids. Every "Fun Ship®" has a terrific
supervised program just for children.
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