PLANNING YOUR FIRST CRUISE

Planning your first cruise can be a challenge for those who either haven't travelled much or who haven't taken an organized tour or vaca­tion. How do you plan that first cruise? Family and friends often get to-

Unit 3. Travelling By Sea

gcther to discuss where they want to travel or vacation next. You might have heard cruise tales from and seen (or been subjected to) cruise vaca­tion pictures taken by your family and friends, or read in magazines and the Web about how much fun (and economical) cruising can be. If you Want to "take the plunge" and go on your first cruise, where do you start?

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First-time cruisers should probably work with a travel agent who is experienced in booking cruises. However, before you contact the travel agency or cruise line, you will need to have the answers to these ten ques­tions.

Who Is Going on the Cruise?

How Much Are You Prepared to Spend?

How Long Is Your Vacation?

When Do You Want to Travel?

Where Do You Want to Cruise?

What Types of Things Do You Like to Do ?

What Type of Cabin Do You Want/Need?

When Do You Like to Eat Dinner?

Do You Like to Dress Up?

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How Will You Get to Your Cruise Ship?

After you have answered these ten questions, you will be ready to se lect a cruise line and cruise ship.