With the number of families going on cruise ship vacations growing in large numbers - Carnival Cruise Lines plans to host more than 600,000 children in 2008, a five-fold increase over seven years ago - cruise lines are making sure their ships are “family friendly” while catering to this cash-rich market.

To make sure they continued to please families, carnival recently introduced the new 110,000-ton Carnival Cruise Line Glory, the line’s newest “Fun Ship”.

One of the biggest cruise ships on the market, this huge 2,974-passenger Super Liner is designed as the perfect family vacation with a 4,200-square-foot play area, “kid-friendly” dining selections, fun morning-til-night activities, toy rentals and more.

Carnival made sure to include teens by including a high-tech game room/dance club.
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Many men around the ages of 45 and 75 that are well-groomed and well-spoken, you could be next in line for a free or cheap cruise.

Your only job: To escort single women cruise ship passengers.

Your assignment is to assist with dance classes or be an escort on shore excursions and to dinner.

Male hosts must be able to dance and waltz. Be prepared to audition at a local dance studio to prove your worth to the cruise lines. For your service, you receive a free or cheap cruise, meet nice women and enjoy really good food everyday.
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Last minute cruise deals are easy to find, if you know where and how to look for these deals.

To grab a last minute cruise deal, I begin calling the cruise lines 30 days prior to the sailing date. You should also try booking your cruise 11 days before the ship sails.

You should also try to find repositioning last minute cruise deals for a really nice bargain. Many people have cruised from Vancouver to Los Angeles via an Alaskan exposure at a really cheap price on Royal Caribbean.
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All inclusive vacations for singles have grown in popularity over the years. Many single travelers dream of a cruise vacation, but don’t know how to take the next step? You are not by yourself!

A lot of singles are concerned about which cruises will have the greatest number of singles on the ship, how can you be introduced to other singles, how much will the cruise cost and if you’ll have a fun time.

Take it easy. Vacationstogo All inclusive vacations for singlescruises are perfect for singles of any age. You can’t find a more easy way to meet other singles and make friends. Vacationstogo Singles Division will help you locate the perfect All inclusive vacations for singles on a cruise that’s perfect for you…and will work hard to help you meet the other singles on the cruise.
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For most people going on a first time cruise, the idea can make you feel a little intimidated. How do I book a cruise? Where can I find some really good first time cruise tips? What should I wear to dinner? What’s the tips procedure?

Check out these first time cruise tips for more details.

1. Do I have to let a travel agent book my cruise?

Go straight to the cruise line Web site. Booking your own trip is very possible. How do you find the right cruise for you? Do you prefer the nightlife or would you prefer a family friendly cruise? Will you need childcare, organized arts or activities for your teen?

Researching more first time cruise tips and what each ship offers can be done at Web sites like CruiseCritic.com or TripAdvisor.com.

2. What accessories do I bring?

It’s always a good idea to pack flip-flops or other slip-on shoes along with a robe or cover-up for going from the pool to your cabin. Find out the local weather forecast. A New York-Caribbean trip in winter means some cold days at sea.

A lot of cruise lines provide self-serve washing machines and dryers. Using the ship’s laundry can be expensive. Be sure to pack enough clothing for your cruise or locate a coin-op laundry in port.

Do you think you’ll need a clock by your bedside? Pack one. Not every room has them (though you can always arrange a wake-up call). The stateroom bathroom will have shampoo and soap, but maybe not free moisturizer and conditioner, like you’d have in a hotel.
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How can the average person afford a nice cruise? How can you make sure you don’t overspend on your cruise?

Let me share a few tips with you:

Find a specialized agent. There are travel agents, and then there are preferred cruise line agents. “Locate an agent that specializes in booking with your cruise line of choice.
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Here’s a great article published by Cruise Critic which features their top 5 cruises of the year.

1.Cruise to Bermuda aboard Celebrity’s new Journey. Joining the fleet in May, it will be the most contemporary mid-size ship offering Bermuda itineraries. A high ratio of cabins with balconies, multiple dining venues and a charming spa put it at the top of our list. Seasonal homeport: Bayonne, New Jersey’s Cape Liberty.

2.Disney will be in Europe! The ship sails out of Barcelona and offers a 10- and an 11-night itinerary. Ports include Sicily’s Palermo, Naples, Sardinia, Civitavecchia (for Rome), Tuscany, Marseilles, and Villefranche. Disney aficionados without kids may want to check out the trans-Atlantic repositionings.

3.A destination in its own right, Freedom of the Seas, which debuted this year, has the now-famous surf park, kids’ splash park and boxing ring to go with the cruise line’s already established ice skating rink, rock climbing wall, and indoor promenade teeming with shops and eateries. Liberty of the Seas, which debuts in April 2007, is a sister ship to Freedom of the Seas. Who cares where you go on these mammoth vessels? But if you must know, both ships will alternate between the same Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries.

4.Cross The Atlantic On Regent Seven Seas Voyager or Cunard’s Queen Mary 2

For those who always lament how little time is actually spent on board, Seven Seas Voyager’s two repositioning cruises — in April and November — offer eight-day all-at-sea sailings between Europe and North America. Still dreaming of basking in luxury? Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 offers similar appeal.

5.Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess in Asia

This ship appeals to a wide range of travelers, but we’re especially excited about the fact that it offers all the big-ship amenities, is a reasonable length, and is moderately priced. The 16-night trip sails between Beijing and Bangkok; stops along the way include Japan’s Nagasaki and Okinawa, China’s Hong Kong and Shanghai, Vietnam’s Nha Trang and Ho Chi Minh City, and Singapore.

Cruise Critic is a cruise review community website which also has information for cruisers written by editors, news on cruising and a forum. They offer over 225 reviews written by editors and members of the site, and information on cruise ships and over 135 ports of call.

The forum is quite popular, with over 225 000 members, and topics discussed include different cruise lines, roll calls and group member cruises. Cruise Critic has been praised by numerous sources, including New York Times, Newsday, and the Washington Post.

Started in1995, Cruise Critic is now one of the largest websites dedicated to cruising. The forum is the most heavily trafficked cruise board on theWeb. The site also offers information on specific cruising niches, including low-carb cruising and gay cruises.

There is also a daily poll relating to cruising on the home page.