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Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising

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Berlitz is proud to welcome the 2010, 25th Anniversary Edition, of Cruising and Cruise Ships.

Internationally recognised as the definitive cruise guide, this book is written by cruise-guru, Douglas Ward, the world's most highly regarded expert on cruising and is the only source of independent star-rating for ocean-going cruise ships worldwide.

Authoritative and unashamedly frank, it has one single aim: to help you identify the cruise that is right for you. Fully revised and updated, it features hard-hitting, ship by ship reviews of 270 cruise ships, including Oasis of the Seas, the biggest cruise ship ever launched, not to mention the 12 brand new ships set to debut in 2010.

  • In-depth reviews of more than 270 cruise ships
  • The top cruise lines: strengths and weaknesses
  • Tips on how to get the best value for your money
  • What to look for in a ship and crew
  • At-a-glance charts comparing the major cruise lines for cabin facilities, food and service
  • Expert advice for singles, honeymooners, families and the physically challenged
  • Expedition cruises, tall ships and freighter travel
  • Vibrant full-color photos that bring the cruise experience to life
  • Full-color maps of principal cruise destinations

Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships is the most insightful, thorough resource for cruising information, written by Douglas Ward, "the most feared critic in the business" (The London Times), and president of the Maritime Evaluations Group.

So whether you are travelling solo, honeymooners, with children, or require special assistance, this guide will find the perfect ship to suit you. This 2010 edition also has a brand new chapter on environmentally friendly cruising. Full-colour photography throughout will bring the cruise experience to life, before you even step aboard.

Whether it is your first or fiftieth cruise, this essential guide will answer all your questions in detail, leaving you more time to enjoy your cruise.


Contents:

  1. Introduction
  2. The Cruising Experience
  3. Different Kinds of Cruises
  4. Choosing the Right Cruise
  5. The Ships and their Ratings
  6. Practical Information
  7. Maps
  8. Tables and Charts
  9. Index
  10. Passenger Comment Form

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