For those who want to plan the trip themselves, the Cruise Lines International Association offers a cruise vacation planner free of charge. Savvy cruisers have posted their stories about jungle cruises with monkey sightings, exotic trips to Asia and calm landscape cruises at the Romantic Getaways website . There are a lot of options floating around. Princess Cruises and Tours places travelers in the lap of luxury with the Grand Princess, which only recently lost its distinction as the largest cruise ship. If her prices are a bit high, check out her 856-ft.
Private balconies are available.
The Royal Caribbean International owns the Voyager of the Seas, a 136,000 ton ship that carries 3,100 passengers. Disney Cruises offers packages that combine Bahamas cruises with a stay at Walt Disney World. While on board a Disney theme ship, children can revel in visits from Mickey, kids-only activities and interactive restaurants. Every ship has a personality, and some lines specialize in specific traits. The active adventurer may want to try Carnival Cruise Lines or American Cruise Lines .