2019

The weather in the tropics is always best from winter through late spring, and the prices are moderate, because school is in session.

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You could take Ruby to Cabo San Lucas at the peak of whale migration season and miss only a few days of work.

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Yes, that is where whales spend their summer vacations, too!

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While you may initially feel a bit selfish when you indulge on your first cruise vacation, you are in fact helping others.

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Holland America has some amazing deals for their Mexican Riviera cruises from San Diego right now, even for the high-demand spring break time of year, and it seems air from frozen parts of the country to California are relatively low compared to Florida flights this year.

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There are some fantastic golf cruises available, and the ship's pro can arrange your transportation to the course for you and your clubs, plus give you tips on unique fairway features.

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In keeping with Princess' usual high maintenance and update standards, Ruby Princess had been refurbished just two weeks before our cruise. With carpets replaced with contemporary designs, it felt very much like a new ship.

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Doing a bit of advance research before leaving home not only prepares you for your trip but in some ways stretches your vacation high. I'm always happy to share tips on things to do.

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I will help you remember that what you really want is the experience of a memorable journey. For those of you hoping to travel with reluctant spouses, that can be particularly important.

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Over the past few years, many seasoned travelers have gravitated to river cruises, which embody leisure, luxury and learning...Now there is a cruise line geared to younger travelers, U by Uniworld.

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Don't cheat yourself out of a great vacation just because you think a cruise ship must be nothing more than a floating bar.

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Collette Vacations will be sponsoring "Escape to Portugal Week" on WOF. That means you could win a trip to Portugal's Riviera!

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If you have children under the age of 17 who will be sharing a room with you, then you may prefer to book before this new promo starts.

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Do you feel like living in a more-perfect future, in a dream city where everything you need is at your beckoned call?

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Maybe its time to reconsider what you believe and recapture the amazement of youth.

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Take at least two bathing suits, so one can be drying while you wear the other, since you'll want to always have a bathing suit with you should the urge to get wet strike you.

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An interesting twist is a Family Concierge Club Interior room for families with young children that's unique to this class of ship, a terrific category you would never know about if all you cared about was price.

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And wives, if you see this email, make sure you forward it to your husband. Just to be sure he isn't too blunt, make sure to personalize it with a subtle introduction like, "This is what I want as a Mother's Day gift."

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Whether you choose an easy-to-plan cruise from close to home or the trip of a lifetime in Europe or some other distant destination, a cruise is the best way to go.

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Have you been waiting for the trip of a lifetime? Well, this is IT!

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Extended "date nights" can be a key to long-lasting, happy marriages, because neither partner feels compelled to seek out that experience outside of the marital bonds.

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I'd love to help you find a last minute cruise deal, whether you go to a bucket list destination or simply enjoy a fantastic on board experience wherever you happen to be cruising.

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Consider a last-minute deal on Princess or Holland America, which each have seven ships in the great north.

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Princess rarely offers this deal, and it has only been offered several months in advance of the sail dates, so now is the time to act on the Princess itineraries you've dreamed about.

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Two of the most awe-inspiring parts of a French Polynesia cruise to me come when cruising into the multi-shades of aqua encircling a tropical isle each morning and again sailing away during a gorgeous sunset.

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7-nights aboard Jewel of the Seas embarking April 26, with starting rates from $88 per day

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...why not take a look around Europe, as long as you happen to have easy access to the greatest places in history?

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You expect great family activities and entertainment, but did you know there are now Cloud 9 Verandas with special Spa access geared toward more sophisticated tastes on many Carnival ships, including Horizon?

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...if you've tried one Oasis-Class ship, then you want to try them all!

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A mega-ship like Norwegian Joy has the Haven for families who expect and can afford the best and small inside rooms for those who just want a place to change clothes before heading on their next adventure, plus lots of other categories between those extremes.

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With private bedrooms and over 1000 square feet of balcony, including a private perch for watching Movies Under the Stars above the pool area, this might be the right choice for those who seek out larger suites on Royal Caribbean and NCL.

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...use an American Express Green, Gold, Platinum, Centurion or Blue Card for your deposit or final payment, and you will receive a voucher for a hotel room for up to four guests that must be used within a year for a beautiful resort in Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Maya, Acapulco, Nuevo Vallarta or Puerto Penasco...

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While Carnival Panorama may not be your grandmother's cup of tea --- although, it may be if Granny is as hip as hip hop --- young people love Carnival!

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If you're ready to try something different, Viking currently has select Danube River cruises in December starting at $1999 with free air.

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Holland America makes San Diego its West Coast home from October through April, including an amazing December 28, 2019, New Year's Cruise to the Mexican Riviera!

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...there is a cure for that: TRAVEL!

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If you've never tried doing a cruise search at CruisePlanners1.com, then there's never been a better time to start.

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...we should all go to Greece at least once.

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We can add excursions, transfers, ferries and flights to make your vacation seamless

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...vacations have come to be landmarks of our passing years.

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From October 1 through October 19, Cruise Planners has an exclusive amenity offer: FREE pre-paid gratuities for first and second guests for all 7-night or longer Caribbean and Bahamas sailings embarking between November 1, 2019, and June 30, 2020.

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No, Celebrity isn't known for having onboard surfing or skydiving, but they have great youth programs as well as the amazing dining for which they are world renowned.

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Yes, specials come, but they also go. ..All of these amenity choices from mainstream, large ship cruise lines that most of us are likely to choose for our next vacations have been introduced to lure clients by immitating different aspects of more expensive small-ship ocean cruises or river cruises

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With Viking, you also get free shore excursions, free internet and free-flowing local wine and beer with lunch and dinner.

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While AmaWaterways will probably never have as many ships as Viking River Cruises, they've carved out a niche for epicurean travelers who appreciate dining.

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If you've wanted cruises roundtrip from Los Angeles so you don't have to fly during prime summer vacation time, this is your chance to prove to cruise lines besides Carnival that there really is a market here all year.

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"What would I do if I only had six months to live?"

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If I don't know enough about you, then I can't possibly provide you with the best alternatives.

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In honor of all Veterans and their families, we want to invite you to take a cruise to Paris and the Heart of Normandy with Viking River Cruises in July, 2020, with prices starting at just $2,899 per person, including FREE AIR!

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On the West Coast, we also have 5-night cruises that stretch the paradigm by taking us all the way to Cabo.

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Even if you don't do Botox or any of the "for-fee" spa treatments, you probably will come back with a glow of health exactly because of that fresh sea air and sunshine, not to mention exercise and excitement of walking around ports or strolling down hallways to world-class entertainment venues on board.

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"What can I do to help?" is always a great question.

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...amazing ship and the wonderful, like-minded souls...

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We love this ship, including outstanding entertainment, stylish decor, tasty food and a welcoming crew!

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If you can afford to splurge for a mini-suite or higher, and you definitely want amenities like open bar and free internet, then you probably should be considering more upscale lines as well as whatever your favorite line has always been.

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For just $40 per person per day, we can add the Beverage Package (including all tips) PLUS unlimited WIFI and Pre-Paid Gratuities for room stewards and dining room staff. That's a total value of almost $100 per person per day if added on at normal pricing!

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