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Cruise Ship Guide 2009

July 14, 2012 by

Article by Laura Scott

With the credit crunch hitting us hard, it seems difficult to comprehend how many millions of pounds is being invested into the cruise industry. With new ships still being ordered by the cruise lines, we can only expect bigger and better things for the future.

Looking ahead to 2009, we can see a mixture of new ships ready to be launched, from smaller luxury vessels, to huge super liners.

Here is your guide to the new cruise ships for 2009:

Ready to hit our shores in May 2009, Costa Luminosa sister ship to Costa Serena is currently under construction at Fincantieri Marghera shipyard, Mantimo. The 13th ship in the Costa fleet has a GRT of 92,600. There are 1130 cabins onboard, 56 of these have direct access to the ships innovative and exclusive Samsara spa, 718 have private balconies, 44 suites have private balconies, and 4 suites have direct access to the Samsara spa. The ship will accommodate over 2,260 passengers, and with its theme of light and elegance, we can ensure the latest addition to the Costa family is going to be a real jewel.

The ship boasts 4 restaurants, 11 bars, 2 swimming pools, 4 Jacuzzis, the Samsara Spa, and for the more adventurous, the ship even contains a Grand Prix simulator.

Costa Luminosa will set sail from Venice on its inaugural voyage on the 5th May 2009. The 10 night Vernissage Cruise around Greece and Turkey, will visit Bari, Katakolon/Olympia, Rhodes, Izmir, Istanbul, Mykonos, and Piraeus. After the ships initial voyages in May, it will take mini Vernissage cruises from Venice, before heading to Amsterdam to visit Northern Europe and the Norwegian Fjords throughout the summer.

The ships christening on the 5th of June, will be an extraordinary event, taking place in Genoa. This unique event will display both Costa Luminosa, and Costa Pacifica, as a double celebration, with both of MSC’s new additions to the fleet being christened together.

Costa Pacifica, the fleets 14th ship in the fleet, will be the 3rd sister ship in the Concordia class, making the Costa Pacifica, the newest and largest of the Costa fleet. Currently under construction at Fincantieri’s Genoa Sestri Ponente shipyard in Italy. The Italian lines newest addition is an impressive 114,000 tonnage, with 1540 cabins, the ship can take up to 3780 passengers. The ship will share many features with the other Costa Concordia and Costa Serena, its sister ships including the Samsara spa, 5 restaurants, 13 bars, 4 swimming pools, and 5 Jacuzzis.

The ships design and styling has been inspired by the musical theme onboard. Each area has been characterised by a different type of music, you will see this in the My Way restaurant, Ipanema Lounge, Route 66 Sports Bar, La Bamba pool deck and other areas around the ship.

The Grand Inaugural cruise will be sailing from Savona on the 6th June, the 9-night cruise will visit Marseille, Barcelona, Palma, Tunis, Valetta, Palermo, and Civitacheccia/Rome. After this, the ship will be based in Barcelona, for the summer taking 7 night Mediterranean cruises.

Ready to launch in July 2009 is MSC Splendida. The second in the new design style from MSC and sister ship to the recently launched MSC Fantasia, you can expect ‘cutting edge technology and luxurious comfort’. The 133,500-tonnage ship currently under construction at the STX Europe, St Nazaire, France, will take up to 3,300 passengers.

To ensure pure luxury, MSC are offering six star service in the form of the MSC Yacht Club, with 99 suites, a special VIP area as well as 24-hour butler service. Onboard MSC Splendida you can also experience the Aurea Spa, a wellness centre offering amazing treatments, including Balinese massage, Turkish baths, solariums, relaxation rooms and much more.

After the christening of MSC Splendida in Barcelona, the maiden voyage will visit La Goulette, Valletta, Messina, Civitacheccia, Genoa, and Marseille. Throughout the summer, the ship will be based in Barcelona, visiting the Mediterranean.

The Seabourn Odyssey will be launched in June 2009, the 32,000 tonne, 450-passenger ship is the first new build ship for The Yachts of Seabourn for over 15 years, and the first new build luxury ship for 6 years. Under construction at Italy’s T Mariotti’s shipyard, the ships christening had been scheduled for June 24th 2009 in Genoa, Italy.

With 225 ocean view suites on offer, 90% with private balconies, luxury is guaranteed. With great onboard facilities including a spa, it will be a treat to be onboard the newest luxury liner in the cruise industry’s offerings. The maiden voyage from Venice will see you sail 14 nights around the Eastern Mediterranean, visiting Dubrovnik, Kotor (Montenerago), Mylos, Aghios Nikolaos, Rhodes, Santorini, Navplion (Mycanae), Piraeus (Athens), Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), and Istanbul. Before spending the summer cruising these islands, visiting some amazing locations.

The latest addition to the fleet of Celebrity Cruise line is the Celebrity Equinox. Set for its launch in August 2009, the Celebrity Solstice class ship is 122,000 tonnages with the accommodation taking up to 2850 passengers. Under construction at Germanys Meyer Werft, Papenburg, the ship has incredible features and has been designed to exceed your expectations, from start to finish.

Onboard the Celebrity Equinox, you will find some familiar features from the Solstice class. The Lawn Club, a freshly manicured lawn area onboard that features real grass, for passengers to play sports including golf and croquet. You will also find the Aqua Class staterooms, which are cabins sharing a deck with the Aqua Spa, a relaxation room, incorporating spa elements into the staterooms.

The Maiden voyage from Southampton is set for 8th August 2009. The 10-night “Best of Europe” cruise will visit Paris, Cherbourg, Vigo, Lisbon, Gibralter, Cartagena, Barcelona and Rome. It will then sail 13-14 night itineraries “Ancient Empires” these are based from Rome, on these voyages two brand new ports Haifa and Ashdod, Israel will be visited. After this, the ship will cruise the transatlantic to Fort Lauderdale, before starting the 10 and 11 night “Ultimate Caribbean” itineraries.

In September 2009, we will see the arrival of Carnival Dream. The 130,000-tonnage ship will be accommodating around 3562 passengers. Currently under construction at the Fincanteri shipyard in Italy. The ship boasts the largest outdoor deck space, more stateroom categories, the largest spa Carnival have ever built, Carnival Waterworks, and a new indoor/outdoor entertainment area called the Ocean Plaza.

The ships maiden voyage ‘The 12-night Grand Mediterranean’ cruise from Rome is scheduled in September. Before heading across the Transatlantic to New York, where it will start 8 night Port Canaveral and Bahamas cruise, before operating year round 7 night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises itineraries.

Late in 2009, we will see the arrival of the much-anticipated Oasis of the Seas. The latest creation and addition to the Royal Caribbean fleet. Oasis of the Seas, comes in at a massive 220,000 tonnage, and will accommodate an incredible 5400 guests in 2700 staterooms. The ship was originally ordered in February 2006, and had been constructed at the STX Europe, formerly Aker Yards.

With seven different neighbourhoods onboard, we can see a new concept by the cruise line introducing different areas similar to those found at a theme park. Each neighbourhood will have distinct characteristics, and will be themed and named; examples of these are the Youth Zone and the Boardwalk.

The Boardwalk will feature a unique Aqua Theatre, the first ever Carousel at sea, and games and amusements to entertain the whole family. Amongst the new additions, you will also find Madame Zamara’s – a psychic and tattoo parlour.

Based out of Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale. The ship will be visiting the Caribbean, alternating seven night Western and Eastern Caribbean itineraries.

Finally, in late 2009, the Silver Spirit will be debuting. Currently at the Fincantieri Ancona Shipyard, the 36,000 tonne, 540-passenger vessel will feature more balcony cabins, more dining choices, more facilities onboard and more luxury.

The ships debut voyage features an 11 night maiden voyage from Barcelona to Lisbon, before the 16 night transatlantic to Fort Lauderdale where the naming ceremony will take place. In January 21st 2010, the Silver Spirit will commence its 91-day South American voyage from Fort Lauderdale to La and back to New York. It will then spend the summer in the Mediterranean, before spending the Winter/Autumn in the Caribbean.

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Laura Scott, an experienced cruiser who writes for http://www.insidecruise.co.uk, an on occasions for http://www.idealcruising.co.uk magazine.

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Why Should You Working on a Cruise Ship is A Great Job

July 12, 2012 by

Article by Neil Maxwell-Keys

Did you know that many people want to work on a cruise ship? This is due to the fact that it provide a attractive salary, it also offers an exceptional opportunity to experience the world minus the danger of doing it alone.

Cruise ship jobs are not totally limited on the accommodation and customer service industry. Even if you have no skills in customer support, you’d be happy to know that there are so various cruise ship careers available that you’ll certainly find one where you can apply of your training.You might even be overwhelmed at how many these cruise ship job openings are.

So, aside from the more popular service jobs like waiting, bartending, cabin keeping, engineering, engine maintaining, and other cruise crew tasks, you can still get a great cruise ship job if you are bent to have it.

Live performers, for one, are most needed on board. Many of these cruise ships have to deal with people of assorted tastes so they hope to provide varying kinds activities to their clients. Cruise ship positions are also available for sport instructors like golf and swimming. This is still due to the fact that the main goal of cruise ships is to provide the top entertainment for their customers

The bigger cruise ships offer personal care careers. So, people who are skilled in spa services then you have improved opportunity of getting signed up for a cruise ship career.

There are also a multitude of cruise ship tasks for cashiers. If you get this duty, you will be assume responsibility to the private club or the other store on the ship. If you, however, have good people skills, you can also try out for the receptionist and tour guide jobs on board. If you are professional of technology and art, you can also find a worthy cruise ship career. Photographers, video-graphers, and internet professionals are also in demand in most distinguished cruise liners for their state of the art ships.

However, aside from the chief skill sets that the position description, if you choose to get a job on cruise ships, you will also have to socialize more and have suitable level of customer service abilities. This is because the primary goal of the cruise lines is to satisfy their clients, so you also learn how to be likable.

Promotion the cruise industry can also be perfect option for you. Most cruise ship tasks usually become full time cruise ship duties. These responsibilities can also be a good foundation. This is a best job to learn a variety of things if you want a career in customer service.

By getting a cruise ship job, you can can take advantage of various important trainings and seminars vital for being in the waters. You might have to need to learn CPR, water safety guidelines, and proficiency which can also benefit you in the long term. Having these qualifications before you vie for a cruise ship job will also be a good plus for you.

With the variety of cruise ship job opportunities a board a cruise line, surely, there’s one that will be just right for your skill set and experience.

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Neil Maxwell, a hiring professional, reveals the secret of careers on cruise ships and assisted thousands of job seekers all over the world to get job on cruise ships. To know more information about jobs on ships, log on to http://www.workoncruiseships.com and grab your job today.

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Cruise ship accident attorneys San Diego | Cruise ship attorneys San Diego

July 11, 2012 by

Article by Cooley

CRUISE SHIP ATTORNEYS, MARITIME LAW EXPERTSWe have extensive experience in representing persons injured in accidents on Cruise Ships Departing from San Diego, California Long Beach, California, Port of Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington, California, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Tampa, Port Canaveral and New York City.

CRUISE SHIP ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS SAN DIEGO, MIAMI, LOS ANGELES…We have convenient office locations and experienced attorneys licensed to practice law in San Diego, Long Beach, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and New York City. Our attorneys who handle Cruise Ship litigation have never lost a Cruise Ship case.

Cruise Lines have been able to avoid liability for accidents by restricting the location and time for your access to court. Cruise line tickets contain language that require you to present your claim to the cruise line (called a presentment requirement), usually within SIX MONTHS. You must bring your claim within a certain amount of time (called a statute of limitations), and bring your case in a certain jurisdiction (called a venue restriction).

The venue restriction on the back of your cruise line ticket will probably require that you bring your case in the Federal Court for the Southern District of Florida or in the State Courts of Southern Florida or in Federal District Court in California. We maintain offices just blocks away form these cruise ship courts, and we have extensive experience in putting your cruise ship accident case in court.

The laws imposed upon operators of cruise ships are unique. Very few lawyers throughout the United States have expertise or experience in handling these types of cases. Further, these cruise ship claims generally do not settle unless a lawsuit is first properly filed in the proper court having jurisdiction over your claim.

williammuhr.com has cruise ship accident attorneys who do have extensive experience with these unique types of maritime claims and with the filing of civil actions against major cruise ships. We have handled a variety of cruise line cases from slip and falls aboard a cruise ship on a slippery deck to exceedingly complicated matters involving product defects, other serious accidents on-board cruise ships out at sea, and alleged medical malpractice that occurred in the ship’s infirmary. We also represent people who have suffered non-economic and economic injuries arising out of fires on board the cruise ships and collisions with objects, vessels, or other ships in the deep seas.

Please call us at 1800-934-4LAW(4529) to discuss your cruise ship accident case. Our initial consultation with an experience lawyer is always free.

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Luxury Cruise Ships: Activities With Regard to Seniors

July 3, 2012 by

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Improving within age does not necessarily mean exactly what it accustomed to imply in the past. On many occasions, the most popular label involving senior citizens being placed in an an elderly care facility is chucked correct out the window. As healthcare advancements get assisted to raise life-span, a lot more senior citizens are making the choice to emerge and luxuriate in living.

If you are a senior citizen, it’s likely you’ll be aware that there are a variety regarding fun and exciting pursuits in which watch for an individual. One of the routines contains journey. Each year, a lot of older folks are take a vacation vacation. These escapes can include led travels, traveling with friends, or perhaps travelling single. If you would like additional exhilaration, you might like to look at travelling onboard the cruise ship.

Everywhere across the planet, there are a large number of cruise companies. These cruises traces frequently run a number of boats. With numerous luxury cruise ships, you’re likely to discover a number of cruise lines that will meet your requirements. When deciding on a cruise ship, you’re asked to examine the skills, facilities, as well as actions that could be observed on the deck of. Many of theses triggers are targeted at older folks.

Among the many pursuits pertaining to senior citizens, available on many cruise ships, consists of good cusine. Fine dinning places along with eating places are often sophisticated within design, d?cor, and also foodstuff. Many of the great cusine restaurants situated on cruise lines have a very gown signal. This specific dress signal might not exactly need classy evening wear, yet jeans and also t-shirts will not be granted. If you enjoy cusine with elegant feeling, you many enjoy the elegant dinning dining places entirely on nearly all cruise ships.

While betting along with having a drink in many cases are considered pursuits appreciated through the younger, both are common elderly pursuits. A lot of cruise liners have the ability to notice the gap in between drinking along with social having. This is why many luxury cruise ships get several pubs and dining establishments. On many cruises delivers, you may find a good chic night club. These kinds of celebrations will enable you in order to play games with other friends and cruise liner personnel.

When it comes to playing, you could possibly as well as may not enjoy enjoying traditional on line casino game titles. Cruise deliver on line casinos are often filled with live roulette furniture, twenty-one tables, holdem poker furniture, and also slot machines. You could find some of these game playing routines thrilling. In addition to traditional on line casino gambling, many cruise ships are usually targeting stop lovers. Bingo halls and other related gaming places tend to be growing in reputation on-board cruise ships.

Dance is an additional cruiseship exercise that may supply you with along with other elderly people a number of enjoyment. Almost most cruises occur equipped with any dancing hall. In fact, numerous luxury cruise ships get several bouncing establishments. You could be able to receive dancing classes which has a qualified professional or devote the evening dance apart with your friends. Crafted dances are enjoyable. On lengthy cruise trips, many times the team designates a specific kind of bouncing for the night.

The day spa check out might squeeze finishing touches on your own cruiseship holiday. Almost most luxury cruise ships arrive built with a new health spa. Cruise trip health spas are similar to the evening spas that can be within or about your own home town. At the on-ship day spa, you have access to a new new hair-do, have nice hair styled on an classy event, or even get yourself a massage. Spa sessions are loved through folks of nearly every age. In the event you book a luxury cruise and you are enthusiastic about see the cruise’s club, you happen to be asked to make a reservation in advance. The reservation will make sure that you are able to relish this specific common cruise liner activity.

Cruise liner actions, services, and also establishments are important, yet so can be the spots you will end up traveling to. Depending about the length of the sail, most luxury cruise ships visit quite a few plug-ins as you go along. At these locations, you are generally granted moment away from the dispatch. Selecting the cruise liner together with gorgeous, comforting weather is an effective way so that you can take pleasure in your holiday. If the right cruise ship will be picked, you can take your time from the vessel going for walks across the seaside or even going to along with local residents.

Luxury cruise ships are probably the safest places to vacation within the world. Whether you touring alone as well as using somebody, you are sure to experience an enjoyable and remarkable knowledge on-board the actual cruise ship of your choice.

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A Cruise Review To Envision The Cruise Ship Experience

July 1, 2012 by

Article by Mary Hanna

There are many vacation choices but for one with great options why not consider cruise travel. Read this cruise review to envision the cruise ship experience.Body:If you want to go on a vacation with great options, you might consider taking a cruise. If you have never been a cruise ship before and you are not sure whether it would be perfect for you, read on. The cruise ship experience will be much clearer after you read this cruise review.

This article will not be endorsing or promoting a particular cruise line, but will just give you some glimpses of what cruise lines are offering to cruise passengers. This includes cruise destinations, various ranges of prices and amenities available.

In some cases cruise lines will proved an option of a pre or post-cruise stay at a hotel in the town where you embark or disembark. This is especially beneficial when you travel great distances to board your cruise ship. By using this option it actually affords you the ability to add on an extra port to explore before your cruise ship experience is over.

For instance, if your departure point is at Los Angeles, and you choose this option you will have time to visit famous places there such as Hollywood (the famous walk of stars) or Venice Beach (a funky hip beach town).

On the day of the cruise departure, you will be brought to the pier where your cruise ship is waiting for you. It will take about 45 minutes to an hour to check in your luggage, get your boarding pass and board the ship. Your room steward will meet you and this is when you should tell the steward if you have any special needs or requests. For instance, I like two bath towels and a bucket of ice each afternoon. They want to make you happy so don’t be shy.

It may take a couple of hours for your luggage to arrive so grab some lunch and then tour your cruise ship. Make any beauty and spa appointments now, on some days, like formal nights appointments sell out. Consider making these appointments on port days, especially if you have been to that port before. The salon/spa offer discounts if you book on those days. Roam around the first afternoon to see what delights are in store for you during your cruise ship experience.

You can enjoy several relaxing moments in the spa. Celebrity has what they call a Thalassotherapy pool, Princess has a swim against the current pool and Carnival has the giant slide into the outside pool. If you feel that you want to burn up some calories after all the wonderful meals, go to the fitness center which is equipped with modern state of the art equipment. Or you may feel like strolling around the promenade in that fresh salt air.

There are swimming pools aboard, both for adults and kids. Deck chairs and benches are also provided if you just want to watch your children enjoying the water in the pool.

Entertainment is also present in your cruising vacation. A state-of-the-art theater is provided for on-board entertainment. There will be Broadway like productions and children-oriented programs that are new and different everyday..

In case you are looking for a different entertainment, you can go to several theme bars or disco with live music open until the wee hours of the morning.

If you want to try your luck during your cruise travel, then there is an on-board casino where it features different games similar to what you see in Las Vegas.

There is a shopping center where you can find personal items and other things that you need while you are on-board. Here’s one cruise tip, try to pack things like Rolaids, bandages and toothpaste from home; they are expensive on the cruise ship

Library and recreation centers are also found on the cruise ship. Almost all cruise ships have a lending library and most have a room for playing bridge.

Food is one of the vital services offered by cruise lines. The best chefs from around the world are hired to prepare and cook excellent meals to ensure that your on-board dining experience will be truly memorable.

There are formal dining areas, which have a formal dress code on certain nights. If you are looking for more informal style of dining, there are snack bars, cafeteria, and a pizza parlor on-board, which generally are opened for meals on extended hours. Many times the cruise lines close down one half of their Lido caf? (this is where they have the buffet lunch and dinner) to offer a casual place to dine but they still use a menu and servers. All of the food, no matter which style you choose are covered in the cruise prices.

Cruise itineraries generally include stops at different ports each or every other day, depending on the schedule of the cruise ship you chose. You have the option of either staying aboard the ship or you may disembark to join other passengers on a guided tour. You are also free to explore on your own at each stop, but make sure you know the departure time of the ship.

Booking a cruise is simple. To get the best advice on cruise ships use the services of a travel agency. Read cruise reviews that you can find online to familiarize yourself on what each cruise line offers. Or, if you are already savvy to cruising, log on to the official site of a particular cruise line to check on itineraries and prices.

You will be provided information about destinations and cruise packages that are affordable. Discounts and special offers are also available for passengers.

Hopefully, this cruise review will give you some insight into what delights you will find during your cruise ship experience.

Happy Cruising!

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About the AuthorMary Hanna is an aspiring herbalist who lives in Central Florida which allows her to grow gardens inside and outside year round. She has published other articles on Gardening, Cruising and Cooking. Visit her websites at http://www.GardeningHerb.com http://www.CruiseGold.com, and http://www.CruiseTravelDirectory.com

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Take a Road Trip for the Perfect Holiday!

June 30, 2012 by

Article by Hugh McInnes

All too often going on holiday is hectic rather than relaxing, with vacationers rushing from one place to another, waiting in lines at the airport and never really getting the break so desperately needed so why not enjoy a leisurely holiday this year.

Take a road trip by campervan!A camper rental provides freedom and convenience. Travel where you want, when you want, while taking all the time you want.

Air travel has become less and less convenient. While flying is often the quickest way to reach a destination, taking a road trip has numerous advantages over traveling by air. A campervan rental in Brisbane, for example, allows for leisurely exploration of Queensland and beyond while flying over the countryside precludes enjoying a holiday to the fullest. Consider a camper rental when planning your next trip.

Campervan Travel is Convenient, Comfortable and Economical

The advantages of traveling by campervan are numerous. Not only does campervan travel provide total freedom and flexibility to change the route or itinerary, it’s an economical mode of travel that can provide significant savings on lodging, meals and transportation. All comforts and amenities are available with a camper rental. Some models even include an onboard shower and toilet.

Whether traveling with a friend or the whole family, a campervan provides ample space for people and pets as well as sufficient storage for personal belongings and equipment. Traveling with infants and children is a breeze as all necessities can be kept close at hand. Also, large items such camping equipment, skis or surfboards are easy to take along.

A camper rental can also provide all the conveniences of home. At a minimum, basic campervan models offer sleeping space complete with bedding and a simple kitchen that includes the necessary items for cooking and eating. Larger models offer all the comforts of home, including an onboard shower and toilet. Extra hire items can be included in the rental such as a picnic table and chairs, satellite phone, GPS, portable heater or tent, to name a few. Inquire when booking, as some items must be requested when the reservation is made.

Campervan Travel is Relaxing

Campervan travel allows for a leisurely holiday with no rushing. Choose to take extra time wherever desired, to stop on a whim to see the sights. A camper rental allows exploration and enjoyment of the destination as well as all points of interest along the way. This economical form of travel provides the freedom to stop when you want and sleep wherever you are, allowing for a relaxing trip.

No special license is needed to drive a campervan. Certain age restrictions may apply, however, based on model. A licensed driver must be at least 18 years of age to drive the campervan but some larger models require that drivers be at least 21 years old.

A holiday is usually an infrequent and much-anticipated occurrence. Avoid the long lines and delays of air travel and take a road trip instead. Traveling by campervan allows you to see this sights and travel at your leisure. Don’t spend precious hours cramped in a plane or standing in line.

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Discover Cairns – Top 7 Caravan Parks

June 24, 2012 by

Article by Jenny Brewer

A tropical haven of sandy beaches, palm trees, reef islands and rainforests, Cairns is the perfect location for a Queensland holiday. The benefits of travelling by campervan go on and on, the most obvious being you have the freedom to pack up and go on to another location at any time. There are also great savings in accommodation costs, including the added benefits offered by the caravan andholiday parks we have listed below. In no special order, they are our pick of the many fantastic parks available in and around Cairns.

1. Crystal Cascades Holiday Park (Rocks Road, Redlynch 1800 351 376)

Located just fifteen minutes from the city centre, this park is fantastic if you arelooking for idyllic surroundings close to many of the surrounding attractions. Popular with bird watchers, there is a shopping centre a few minutes drive away and just fifteen to the beach. Enjoy some family time on the tennis court or just relax and enjoy the quiet. The good news is there are no mozzies or sandflies here so you can relax in peace. Facilities and amenities are excellent and the perfect home away from home.

2. Cairns Coconut Resort (Cnr Bruce Highway & Anderson Road, Cairns 1800 636 622)

You will love it here. The Cairns Coconut Resort is surrounded by almost thirty acresof pristine grounds framed by palms, tropical gardens and rainforest. Located just seven minutes from the city you are still based centrally with plenty of things to do within the resort, including mini golf, tennis courts, volleyball and basketball to name a few. There is also a lagoon with hot and cold spas, waterslide for the kids, table tennis, bike track and heaps more for the kids. This place has every type of activity you could imagine even before you leave the front gates. If you are looking for a child friendly park, this is the one!

3. Cairns Villa Resort and Leisure Park (28 Pease Street, Cairns 1800 644 861)

Another award winning park, you are only four kilometres from the city. There is plenty of room to move with ten acres of gardens, and a saltwater pool the perfect place for a cool down. All the essentials are here, along with a pool table, table tennis and tv room. What appeals to me is the location, so convenient to visit the local attractions or head inland and still come back to a relaxing environment. Very clean and excellent service.

4. Coolwaters Holiday Park (Brinsmead Road, Cairns 07 4034 1949)

Located only seven minutes from the city, you will feel like you are living in an oasis, with a freshwater creek and mountainous views in the backyard. This has my vote for its location and beauty, especially for those really wanting to get away and totally relax. Set in a tropical rainforest, you might want to stay put for a few days before you start exploring the rest of Cairns. The staff are great, with a guided rainforest walk, pizza night, entertainment, scone morning and lots more. The Kuranda Skyrail is just down the road, so you will be guaranteed plenty of action right on your doorstep. This park is an experience in itself, and thoroughly recommended.

5. Lake Placid Caravan Park (Lake Placid Rd, Cairns 07 4039 2509)

Just north of Cairns and below the Barron River Gorge National Park, the award winning Lake Placid Tourist Park is situated on acres of rainforest and is the ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. A fantastic base for your holiday, this beautiful hideaway offers many walking tracks with birds and wildlife everywhere, and children will love feeding the fish, turtles and ducks at Lake Placid. You are close to popular attractions including the Skyrail and Kuranda Scenic Railway, with Cairns, Port Douglas and Cape York all within driving distance.

6. Cairns Sunland Leisure Park (49-61 Pease St, Manoora 1800 786 5263)

Only four kilometres from the city centre, the Cairns Sunland Leisure Park offers a multi purpose destination for those wanting a base to enjoy everything the tropics has to offer. With a fantastic pool, waterfall and wading pool plus a great playground there’s plenty for the kids. Enjoy the free barbeque sites throughout the park as well as a stocked mini mart if you don’t feel like another shopping trip. This is my pick for being such a central and versatile park.

7. Port Douglas Glengarry Holiday Park (Mowbray River Road, Port Douglas 1800 888 134)

Close enough to Cairns to be worth including, this delightful park is only minutes away from one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Four Mile Beach. Nestled in spacious palm fringed grounds, the Mowbray River is close enough for a spot of fishing, bird watching or a dip in the resort style pool. This is fantastic for a few days or more enjoying another aspect of the tropics and the beauty of the top end.

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Jenny Brewer is a travel agent whose passion is writing. After spending her leisure time writing childrens stories, she now enjoys writing about travel destinations. For more of her articles visit Campervans Australia

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ourphilippines.tv Philippine Travel Guide- Fontana in Clark, Pampanga offers a sundry of amenities to suit guests’ every fancy. People can check out the Water Park which is famous for its electronic wave pool and giant slides; try their luck in its 2000-square-meter casino; or binge on any of their dining establishments. Fontana also has resort villas that boast of individual patios and swimming pools, manicured lawns, and posh interiors.

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Luxury Holiday Home Parks

June 21, 2012 by

Article by Ben Holloway

Full of things to do and close to places to see,

holiday parks

are an excellent choice for family holidays. What makes them even better is that by

owning a holiday home

at a

holiday park

, you can visit as often as you like giving you the perfect weekend escape from the working week.

South Lakeland Parks run a number of

luxury parks

that range from peaceful and quiet parks to family parks in exclusive locations. These

holiday parks

include White Cross Bay, Fallbarrow, Limefitt, Gatebeck, Regent Leisure Park, Ocean Edge, Hawthorne and Marina.

White Cross Bay, Fallbarrow, Limefitt and Gatebeck are luxury parks located in the Lake District. The Lake District attracts around 15.5 million people on average each year and with this many people visiting the area, often overnight, more and more people are looking into

buying a holiday home

at a

luxury park

so they don’t have to compete for accommodation.

Regent Leisure Park, Ocean Edge, Hawthorne and Marina are holiday parks located in Morecambe Bay. Morecambe Bay attracts roughly 2.5 million visitors every year and with plenty to see and do, many require to stay overnight which has resulted in many people thinking about

holiday home ownership

at a

holiday park

.

White Cross Bay, Regent Leisure Park and Ocean Edge all boast an indoor swimming pool and sauna as well as children’s play areas and arcades. Hawthorne and Marina both have an owners bar with a children’s area. At Limefitt you’ll find a Lakeland Pub serving a wide range of bar meals as well as pony trekking. Gatebeck has a book and entertainment library. At all of these parks you’ll never be short of something to keep you entertained.

With so many luxury holiday home parks, the only problem you will have is deciding which one to choose, but you can be assured that whichever

luxury holiday park

you are choosing a quality park in a quality location. However, to fully appreciate luxury holiday home parks you must visit them in person.
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South Lakeland Parks has 9 holiday park locations complete with leisure facilities across the Lake District.

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Why A Cruise Ship Wedding Is Fun For Everyone

June 16, 2012 by

Article by Mary Hanna

A cruise ship wedding is an experience you will hold dear forever. Wedding on a cruise ship is unique and fun. Many cruise ships even have wedding chapels designated for cruise ship weddings or vow renewals.

A cruise ship wedding can be more fun than a traditional wedding. All cruise lines have different packages and rules for receptions and number of guests. The internet and your travel agent should have all the information about a wedding on a cruise ship for any particular cruise line. Not all the captains are licensed to marry you, but many lines will have a priest or rabbi or some other officiate that may provide these ceremonies. If you considering a cruise ship wedding, plan early so you won’t be disappointed. Lots of cruise ships limit the number of ceremonies per cruise. Some of the Cruise Lines that offer cruise ship weddings are discussed below.

Princess Cruises has a wedding chapel where they perform the cruise ship weddings. The Grand Princess and her sister ships all have wedding chapels. Here the Captain is able to perform the ceremony. Wedding options start at 00.00 per couple with receptions around -.00 per head. There will be hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, drinks and an official marriage certificate, a cake and music. The ships photographer is available and the ships florist can design any arrangements that you have in mind. You can check out their packages on line. Click on the On Board link and then the wedding/special occasions link to get information on weddings on a cruise ship. They even supply you with a phone number for a wedding consultant. The Hearts and Minds Chapel is quite quaint and perfect for a wedding on a cruise ship.

A more upscale option is Crystal Cruise who will perform ceremonies for weddings, vow renewals or anniversaries. Your cruise ship wedding will be performed by the captain or a member of the clergy and includes Champagne, a Portrait, and a cake. They also have a Honeymoon Package with a cake, champagne, a picture and a certificate signed by the captain. I would discuss this one with your agent but of course you could check out their website.

Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas has a wedding chapel and performs cruise ship weddings on the day of embarkation. Their wedding packages start at 0.00. They include flowers for bride and groom, a photo session, champagne and a cake. Go to their website to check out their options.

Carnival Cruises has shore side packages that are all inclusive. There will be a toast with keepsake flutes, a photograph, the wedding cake topper and an engraved announcement. You can also customize any extras for a fee. Talk to your travel agent, or, if you want to do some research on your own, go to the Carnival website.

After your cruise ship wedding take tons of pictures. Especially today with digital cameras, this helps to keep the cost of film and the film development down. Be sure to bring a lot of memory cards. Save stubs from tours you have taken, the invitation to the Captains Table for dinner, any notes you receive from the officers, the brochure that lists the itinerary, the dates of each port of call. You can make many beautiful well documented photo albums that will bring lots of smiles and many fond memories. It is highly recommend building a scrapbook from your trip; you will love it later when you pull it out and relive the experiences. It takes some time but is so worth it to have these pictures after your cruise ship wedding. On our honeymoon aboard the Volendam at the end of the cruise they supplied us with a beautiful menu from each dinner. On one side was the menu and on the other a beautiful scene from Holland.

All ships have a Newlyweds game. Go to it. It’s fun and hopefully, you’ll only be a newlywed once. Participate in all the activities, they are a little bit corny but they do make you laugh. Let everyone know you’ve just been had your cruise ship wedding, people love that. You might even get a few free drinks.

Honeymooning on a ship is a great way to kick back and relax after that year of stressful planning for the cruise ship wedding. It is now time to enjoy you and your spouse and the journey of a lifetime. Take advantage of your time together in a luxurious atmosphere. Have fun, meet new people, make new friends and be yourself, most of these people you will never see again.

Here’s to a Bon Voyage, a wonderful cruise ship wedding and great honeymoon.

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Mary Hanna has traveled the world by Air and Ship while writing eBooks, Software Reviews and Practical Articles on Internet Marketing, Cruising, Gardening and Cooking. Visit her websites at: http://www.CruiseGold.com http://www.CruiseTravelDirectory.com and http://www.CruisingTips.com

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