10.17.09
Common Questions about Cruise Vacations
You will have many questions when planning your cruise vacations. I have been on many cruises and have heard many recurring questions. This article will address the frequently asked questions about cruising.
Is there schedule of when we have to eat? Can I eat when I want to? Flexible meal plans allow the cruiser to dine whenever they want to. However, flexible plans have limited variety of foods and are not as elegant as the main restaurant. The benefit of a flex plan is that you don’t have to wait in lines with all the other people and you can dine with whom you want (otherwise you will have to share a table with someone).
How about if I want “get away from it all”? Are there any alternative spots to get away from the noise and eat in peace and quiet? You can have the comfort of knowing that you can eat in peace and quiet. Again, this is not a free option and you will have to pay an additional $15-$50 for the alternative dining experience.
What is the difference between the outside cabin and the interior cabin? This might sounds complicated but means that the outside cabins have a porthole, or window that you can see outside of your cabin. Some outside cabins have small balconies. An interior cabin does not have a window and usually artwork or curtains cover one wall. The outside cabins cost more than the inside cabins.
Does cell service work on board a cruise ship? Yes, cell phones work on cruise ships. I would make sure that your cell-phone carrier provides service within the area you are traveling so that you won’t have to pay roaming charges. Also, you probably should ask your travel agent whether or not the cruise ship uses a foreign carrier when at sea. I recommend that you put away your cell phone and enjoy your vacation. However, if you really need to make a phone call, expect to pay some big bucks.
Do cruise ships have internet access? Is it free? Cruise ships have internet access and it will cost you a lot of money to use it. Many cruise ships make a considerable amount of money from their guests by charging for wireless internet services. You can access internet from your room via laptop or from one of the internet cafes on board.
Kim Chi has aCarnival Disney European Gay Cruise Vacations for families blog. Read all about expert cruise information at his site.
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