In some cases they are downright cheap. You don't have to look far to find a good deal. The Delta Queen Steamboat Co. has launched a program that offers discounts up to 50 percent off published fares. To garner their share of the cruise market, Windstar is throwing in free air from 25 U.S. cities and discounting cruises in Europe. Even lines that traditionally don't offer discounts have a number of perks for those who choose to sail with them.
Prices are per person, double occupancy and restrictions apply.
See your travel agent for details. They salivate when describing the boiled lobster with drawn butter and describe in detail the presentation of the rack of lamb. Everything not only tastes good - it looks good. If a cruise left you wishing you could make that stuff at home, do I have a surprise for you. Carnival Cruise Line has three books that will allow you to duplicate much of the food and beverage found onboard.