The Great Cruises

Transatlantic cruises are just one of the great cruises of the world. Ships sail all over the world and the best cruises go to truly amazing destinations.

There are many reasons why Mediterranean cruises are world favorites. History, food, nightlife, scenic wonders, and great weather ... Mediterranean ports have got it all. Trips are usually either eastern Mediterranean (Greece, Turkey) or western (Spain, France, Italy); but there are grand cruises that cover the entire region.

The main season for a Mediterranean cruise is from April to November. A few lines, such as Costa, do offer Med cruises all year round. Winters tend to be too cool and overcast.

The Caribbean cruise is the grandaddy of all pleasure cruises. Voyages can typically be divided among western Caribbean cruises (Mexico and the Cayman Islands) or eastern Caribbean. Longer trips sail down into the southern Caribbean.

The best time for a Caribbean cruise is from November to May, when you can escape the cold of winter. Summer in the islands is very hot and the fall is hurricane season, which should be avoided completely.

Bermuda cruises are one of the world's favorite vacations. Ships stay in port for several days, giving you plenty of time to explore. Experience the pink beaches, fancy shops, fine dining, world-famous golf courses, and great historic sites that are Bermuda trademarks. Bermuda is a wealthy place and has a distinct British style.

Bermuda cruises are not Caribbean cruises. It's located 600 miles off the coast of North Carolina, so the weather isn't steamy hot in summer. The season for cruises to Bermuda is April to November.

Hawaii cruises are the way to see all the islands the way explorers always have -- from the water. Many Hawaii cruises depart from Honolulu, but there are some that sail from the west coast of the United States.

Hawaii's peak cruise season is the winter, but it's a year round destination. The beaches and relaxed atmosphere make great cruises anytime.

For something completely different, head for an Alaska cruise. Glaciers, wildlife, and cool weather are just some of the attractions to sailing north. Needless to say, Alaskan cruises are summertime vacations.

For a taste of both the Pacific and Atlantic, take a Panama Canal cruise through one of the man-made wonders of the world. Canal transits not only feature the fantastic engineering of the locks, but they also take you to beautiful beach resorts.

Are you ready to see it all? You can, on a world cruise. These exclusive trips literally go around the world, making them the very best cruises of all. Sail away on a great adventure. World cruises depart in January to take advantage of good weather in the southern hemisphere.