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Cruise Vacations – Frequently Asked Questions
July 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment
You will have many questions when planning your cruise vacations. I have been on many cruises and have heard many recurring questions. This article will address the frequently asked questions about cruising.
Is there schedule of when we have to eat? Can I eat when I want to? Flexible meal plans allow the cruiser to dine whenever they want to. However, flexible plans have limited variety of foods and are not as elegant as the main restaurant. The benefit of a flex plan is that you don’t have to wait in lines with all the other people and you can dine with whom you want (otherwise you will have to share a table with someone).
Do I have to eat with all the other guests? Are there any alternatives? Yes, you can have an alternative dining experience, for an extra cost. Alternative dining tends to be more extravagant, quiet and romantic. You can take advantage of these services when you want to escape the noise. Make sure you have a reservation. Furthermore, you will have to pay about $15-$50 to use these services.
What is the difference between an outside and inside cabin? An outside cabin has a window or balcony and will cost you extra money. An inside cabin does not have a window and is generally cheaper.
Does cell service work on board a cruise ship? Yes, cell phones work on cruise ships. I would make sure that your cell-phone carrier provides service within the area you are traveling so that you won’t have to pay roaming charges. Also, you probably should ask your travel agent whether or not the cruise ship uses a foreign carrier when at sea. I recommend that you put away your cell phone and enjoy your vacation. However, if you really need to make a phone call, expect to pay some big bucks.
Do ships have internet access? Most ships have internet access and even have wireless connections. However, this does not come without a cost. Other ships have internet cafes where they charge you by the minutes. It will cost about .50 cents per minute and I should remind you that connections speeds can be quite slow. Many cruise ships use internet as a large revenue generator.
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