Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation (Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation)
Editorial Reviews
Book Description
Whether sailing the Caribbean or the Mediterranean or exploring the glaciers of Alaska, the canals of France, or the fjords of northern Europe, readers can rely on this, the most detailed and user-friendly guide to cruise vacations. Veteran seafarer and luxury-travel expert Steven B. Stern personally inspects more than 280 ships every year and rates them in all categories, including:
• vital statistics: the layout, physical details, and history of each vessel
• on-board attractions: restaurants, shopping, and recreation
• travel necessities: concierges, technology, and medical facilities
• ports of call: including how to make the most of an eight-hour visit
The author's Star Awards help readers evaluate quality and value as they plan their cruise vacations. The numerous photographs, actual shipboard menus, and daily activity programs combined with the annually updated text make this the most comprehensive cruising guide available.
From the Publisher
"It is well worth adding to your cruise book collection. Steve has sailed on more than 750 ships, so you can be sure he knows what he's talking about." --World of Cruising, UK
"People who've never cruised before--or those who have, but find themselves faced with a confusing onslaught of new ships--need to know a great deal, and this book goes a long way in providing it." --Chicago Tribune
"The most comprehensive of the general cruise vacation guides . . . this book compares favorably to similar works with more famous names." --American Reference Books Annual
"This hefty volume gives the first time cruiser a preview of what to expect and a thorough rundown on just about all the long distance cruises available in the world." --Touring America
"If you're a cruise ship buff, you should compare notes with Steven Stern." --Steamboat Bill
"Unless you've emphatically decided that you'll never under any circumstances set foot aboard a cruise ship, or have already traveled on every major floating hotel, Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation is a must for your bookshelf." --The Journal of Golden Gate
"With descriptions of every major cruise ship and every major port of call in the world, this book is indispensable if you are considering your first cruise and equally helpful for the experienced cruise traveler." --Passport Newsletter
"If your vacation plans involve a cruise, don't sail without a copy of this bible." --Acadiana Lifestyle
Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation (Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation)
Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation (2006 Edition),Steven B. Stern,Pelican Publishing Company,1589803329,General,Reference - Cruise Guides,Travel,Travel - General,Travel Guides,Travel & holiday guides
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