Travel & Leisure Articles

Travel To Lake Louise – Vacation Capital Of Canada

May 13th, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Destinations

If you’re looking for a vacation getaway in North America with some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, a place where you can see unspoiled wilderness and wildlife during the day, hike, bike, or fish, and then be pampered with a massage, facial, or body treatment, and enjoy a “high tea” in the [...]



Cruise Vacations And Travel Agents What You Should Know

Feb 21st, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By: Mary Hanna

If you decide to use a travel agent to book your cruise travel, know whom you are dealing with! Some cruise agents are very competent; others may have been selling stereos or aluminum siding over the telephone six months ago. A cruise travel agent will be able to give you lots of information [...]



Should You Worry About The Norovirus Cruise Ship Illness?

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By Rebecca Prescott
“On the last night/morning, many people were stricken with a gastrointestinal illness that caused diarrhea and vomiting. A great deal of vomit was on the stairs, elevator and other public areas by Friday morning.” So a passenger from Canada, on December 30, 2005, sailing on the Zuiderdam in the Holland America Line, reported [...]



Have You Considered A Weight-Loss Theme Cruise? Get Ship Shape In Cruising Style

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By William Lezubski
We all know that a relaxing vacation is just what you need to eliminate many of your life stresses, and if you have currently been on a mission to lose unwanted pounds, did you ever think of taking a Theme Cruise to lose your weight?
If you have always wanted more information on a [...]



Cruise vacations from dream to reality

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By Allweb
People go cruising for different reasons. One thing is for sure that the experience of a cruise will always keep its unique images alive in your brain.
Here are some tips and guidelines you should take into account when you discuss the details of a cruise with your cruise travel agent. They would help you [...]



Find a Cheap Cruise That Has Everything You Need

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By Charlie Welf
If you’ve always wanted to go on a cruise, but were afraid that it would cost an arm and a leg, you might be surprised to find that you can enjoy a cheap trip without missing out on all the fun. The industry is now considering its lower income passengers so that it [...]



Alaska Cruise Ship Vacations

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By John Pawlett

Alaska is one of the world’s great cruise destinations, particularly for those with an interest in world class fishing. Alaska is arguably the most beautiful of the American states, and cruise ships offer a unique way of seeing Alaska’s beauty. In addition, Alaskan cruises yield an abundance of opportunities for anglers. The combination [...]



What should you wear on the Royal Caribbean Cruise?

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By Timothy Millar

If you are planning to take a luxury Royal Caribbean Cruise, probabilities are you are all set for the grand getaway, right? At any rate, you may find yourself in a dilemma on what to wear on Royal Caribbean Cruises while in the middle of rummaging through your closet. So before you commence [...]



2007 is a Great Year for Cheap Cruises

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By Craig Rad
First of all, you have a great chance of getting a cheap cruise by searching the Internet for last minute deals. These are bargains that are available a few days or weeks prior to the departure of the ship. A good time to look for cheap tickets would be 60 days before the [...]



Best Beach Vacations In The Bahamas

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Destinations

Planning a family vacation and falling short of ideas? Well, in today’s hectic work schedule, what’s more relaxing than spending time at the beach, and enjoying all that it has to offer. The Bahamas is an archipelago comprising 2,500 cays and 700 islands. The islands have a sub-tropical climate, extremely warm and friendly people, and [...]



Holland America Explores Europe and the Mediterranean

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Cruise Ship

By Roy Witman
Because of its history, Europe and the Mediterranean are two of the most wondrous regions to explore. From the windmills of Amsterdam to medieval castles of Norway, this curious continent delivers the stuff fairy tales are made of. Holland America calls this region home. Launching her first ship from Rotterdam in 1873, Holland [...]



Carnival Cruise Lines to Launch Three Ships in Three Years

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Cruise Ship

By Roy Witman
When a company gains the lion’s share of a marketplace, you might think they would choose to rest on their laurels. Not the case with Carnival Cruise Lines. Holding a reported 60% share of the cruise market, according to Kiplinger, Carnival has become a giant following a strategy of making cruising accessible to [...]



Destination Overview: Cruising Europe and the Baltic Sea

Feb 20th, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Cruise Ship

By Roy Witman
With histories that stretch back as far as time, Europe and the Baltic Sea are two regions that are always exciting to visit. Needless to say, exploring an entire continent would take a great deal of time, so most travelers split their vacations: seeing different sections with each trip. Making choices about which [...]



Good To Know Things About Hawaii

Feb 6th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Destinations

By: Dalvin Rumsey
More and more tourists each year decide to go on a vacation in Hawaii. As first-time visitors, there are numerous questions they have to get answers to, before actually leave home for Hawaii. At the top of their questions’ list is the one referring to which of the six different islands in Hawaii [...]



Lanzarote Villas – Great For Cycling

Feb 4th, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Destinations

By: Jakob Culver
For cycling lovers believe me or not, Lanzarote Villas is a dream come true!  USP’s of Lanzarote Villas
Here worlds top professional cyclists and triathletes come to the island in the winter months for warm weather training and they offers year-round training in the perfect climate and some of the toughest climbs and routes [...]



Celebrity Cruises, Your Most Wonderful Vacations.

Feb 3rd, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Cruise Ship

Why Take a Celebrity Cruise Vacation? Well, with all the cruise lines available, all the cruise destinations,and the range of prices, there are cruises to please every traveller, no matter how jaded.
In our fast-paced society, it’s an very cost-effective and time-efficient way to take a holiday. Think about the time involved in driving yourself to [...]



A Lifetime Cruise – Hawaiian Cruise – An Exotic Hawaiian Cruise Trip

Feb 2nd, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By: Colin Hartnesss
Hawaiian Cruises are everyone’s dream cruise to the Hawaiian Islands on an exquisite ocean liner. Being pampered from dawn to dusk with exemplary cuisine, entertainment and fun for all that too for a moderate sum on a Hawaiian Cruise is definitely something out of the world. An increasing number of cruisers and liners [...]



An Alaska Cruise Offers Unlimited Fun

Feb 1st, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By: Ryan Puusaari
If you are looking for the cruise of a lifetime, Alaska is the place you want to be. Alaska offers natural landscapes and wildlife along with some of the freshest air you will probably ever breathe. These are just a few of the reasons Alaska is growing in popularity. It is so popular; [...]



Why Take A Mediterranean Cruise?

Feb 1st, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

Bay of Naples – Napoli (Naples), Italy
Photo By Knarl Stuart
By: John Metcalfe
A Mediterranean cruise is without doubt the most varied type of cruise available. There are more than 120 seaports around the Mediterranean coastline, offering numerous combinations of cruise vacations over one-week, two-week or longer trips.
A huge clash of cultures await all who opt for [...]



Cruise Ship Jobs Frequently Asked Questions

Jan 31st, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By: Ryan Puusaari
If you have always dreamed of traveling to exotic locations but just do not have the budget to allow you to travel to all the places you desire than a career in the cruise ship business may be the right choice for you.
If you have ever wanted to travel to places such as [...]



Excitement Awaits You At The Various Ports Of Call On Your Dream Cruise Adventure!

Jan 31st, 2007 | By coolbiking | Category: Cruise Ship

By: Karen McNichols
Everyone knows that the best part of taking a cruise is getting to see numerous exotic locations in a short period of time without ever having to unpack. As part of your cruise package, you will undoubtedly be dropped on the very doorstep of hot travel destinations found along the course of your [...]



It Doesn’t Get Better Than A Bahamas Vacation

Jan 31st, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Destinations

By Jon Arnold
Next time you are planning a truly relaxing vacation trip, you should put some serious consideration into the Bahamas. The capital city is Nassau, which is located on the island New Providence, though Andros Island is the largest in the group. The Bahamas main industry is tourism, with the island being a massive [...]



Discover Keystone, Colorado in the Winter or Summer

Jan 30th, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Destinations

By Barry Cox
As a property manager in Keystone, Colorado for over 7 years and someone in love with the area, it has always baffled me that Vail and Breckenridge steal the spotlight for vacation resorts in Colorado. Certainly these resort areas are terrific and offer much for any visitor. But the lesser-known and visited Keystone [...]



Fun Activities in Yosemite

Jan 29th, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Destinations

Yosemite National Park is one of the most beautiful areas in the United States. It boasts some of the most gorgeous wilderness in the west and stretches across the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Yosemite is known worldwide for its ancient, giant Sequoia groves, amazing waterfalls (Yosemite Falls is the largest in North America), incredible granite cliffs, [...]



NCL Freestyle’s Newest Ship – Norwegian Pearl

Jan 24th, 2007 | By coolskies | Category: Cruise Ship

By Roy Witman
The youngest fleet at sea. That’s the goal of NCL Freestyle, and they are continuing in their efforts with the call to service of Norwegian Pearl. Purpose-built to deliver Freestyle Cruising, Pearl is currently sailing through the Inside Passage of Alaska and to the southern and western Caribbean.
Shipboard Amenities
Several features set Pearl [...]