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When Should I Book for the Best Value? Ask the Editor
When Should I Book for the Best Value?
Want to get the best deal on a cruise vacation but don't know where to start? Our editor answers questions on the best times to book.

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Best Budget Cruises Editor's Picks
Best Budget Cruises
Pinching pennies this year? We reveal the best budget cruises in three categories -- cruise lines, itineraries and seasons -- so you can sail for less.

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New Cruise Ships in 2009 At Your Service
New Cruise Ships in 2009
Oasis of the Seas may be blessed with being the most innovative cruise ship ever -- but the other hot 2009 launches are nothing to sneeze at.

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Top 10 Cruise Trends for 2009 Trendwatch
Top 10 Cruise Trends for 2009
The hottest cruise trend of 2009 may be getting the best possible bargain, but there's plenty more in store next year...including the biggest ship ever.

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Q&A: Charlie Mandigo Talks Ship Security Q & A
Q&A: Charlie Mandigo Talks Ship Security
Charlie Mandigo is Holland America's security chief. Learn what he does to keep you safe onboard.

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When Norovirus Attacks Under the Captain's Table
When Norovirus Attacks
What's it like to work on a ship when there's a norovirus outbreak? Former ship staffer Joyce Gleeson-Adamidis has the inside scoop.

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Cruise Critic's QE2 Memory Book Members Speak Out
Cruise Critic's QE2 Memory Book
Share your favorite anecdotes and photos of Cunard's QE2 in Cruise Critic's online memory book.

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Hurricane Season Cruising Hurricane Season Cruising
Hurricane Season Cruising
Though the chances that your particular voyage is going to be affected by a hurricane are very slim, it is a possibility. We'll tell you what to expect.

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Family Cruise Deals Cruise Roundup
Family Cruise Deals
Travel is expensive enough for two -- let alone for families of three, four, five or more. But recent deals allow kids to sail for less -- or for free.

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Come Aboard My Family Cruise to Alaska on Seven Seas Mariner Come Aboard
Come Aboard My Family Cruise to Alaska on Seven Seas Mariner
Do kids and luxury ships mix? Find out as one family tours Alaska in grand style aboard Seven Seas Mariner.

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Oasis of the Seas Is Officially ... a Ship! Shipyard Snapshots
Oasis of the Seas Is Officially ... a Ship!
Oasis of the Seas took to the water in November, moving a step closer to completion. Check out our story and photos.

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Is Europe in Trouble? From the Bridge
Is Europe in Trouble?
With the economy flagging, lines have been pulling ships out of Europe. Is it a temporary blip, or a more permanent problem?

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Hidden Costs of Cruising What to Expect
Hidden Costs of Cruising
Once the cruise fare and port charges are taken care of, that's just the beginning. There are a lot of costs that you may not consider. See what you'll need to take into account when it comes to the money you'll spend.

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