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Whether you want a quick three-day jaunt to sample the pleasures of the Caribbean or a month-long excursion to explore exotic ports in Asia and the South Pacific, chances are a cruise ship can take you there. And with prices plummeting due to the decrease in traveling since the attacks on September 11, now is the right time for the budget-minded to set sail. This list, a basic run-down of the major cruiselines, will give you the essential information you need to start planning your next cruise!

CARNIVAL
CUNARD

THE BASICS: Largest cruise line in the world with 16 ships, has carried more passengers than any other line. Cruises depart from Miami, Port Canaveral, Tampa, New Orleans, San Juan, Los Angeles and Galveston.

DESTINATIONS:
Alaska, Bahamas, Canada, Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal.

AMENITIES:
New in-cabin amenities include baskets and terrycloth robes. Ship perks include Internet cafés to send and receive email, expanded children's program and Nautica Spa, where you can get a pedicure, a massage and more.

PRICE RANGE: from $250 (3-Night Bahamas Cruise) (per person, based on double occupancy in standard stateroom, not including airfare)

WEBSITE:
www.carnival.com


Carnival Cruise

 

 

THE BASICS: Home of the only transatlantic cruise, Cunard's fleet includes Queen Elizabeth 2 and the Caronia. Coming in 2003 is the Queen Mary 2, the largest, longest, tallest and widest passenger ship ever built. Offers themed cruises.

DESTINATIONS:
Transatlantic, South Africa, Asia/India, the Americas, Mediterranean, Scandiavias/Europe/Africa.

AMENITIES:
All cabins include 24-hour room service, TV/radio, direct dial telephone, hair dryer,
nightly turn-down service, daily newspaper, full bathroom with shower and/or bathtub. Spas on ship.


PRICE RANGE:
$1,200 (Summer in New England) - $24,200 (World Cruise) (per person, based on double occupancy in standard stateroom, not including airfare)

WEBSITE: www.cunardline.com

QE2 - Cunard Line

 


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