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If you’re interested in an exotic river cruise, think about sailing the Nile. This iconic river is 4,184 miles long and is believed to have supported the development of civilization by enabling the growth of crops like wheat, flax and papyrus. The Nile winds through nine nations in East Africa, but river cruise ships sail the portion that’s most fascinating to visitors: the area between Aswan and Luxor, Egypt, home to amazing antiquities and historic sites. At Aswan, you can visit the famous Aswan High Dam, which helps control flooding along the Nile and make crop irrigation possible all year long. Stone quarried near Aswan was used to create many of the colossal statues, obelisks and other shrines sprinkled throughout Egypt. The largest ancient obelisk of all – about 137 feet long – lies unfinished in an Aswan quarry, offering an unusual look at ancient Egyptian stoneworking techniques. You can also visit the Nubian Museum, dedicated to the ancient Nubian civilization of the central N...

There are now more options for cruises that will introduce you to the culture and beauty of China, thanks to increased demand from North American and Chinese travelers. In fact, the number of East Asia cruises – which often include ports in Japan, South Korea and China – has increased 22% in the past three years, according to the Cruise Lines International Association. Popular ports in China include Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. What can you expect to see? Beijing is China’s sprawling, historic capital city. Your ship will dock in Tianjin for a transfer to Beijing, about 100 miles away. At Beijing’s heart is the Forbidden City (ordinary people were forbidden to enter without special permission), home to China’s emperors for nearly 500 years. It includes dozens of palaces and nearly 1,000 buildings in all. Just to the south, Tiananmen Square is one of the world’s largest public squares and the site of several historic events. Many cruise itineraries include an overnight sta...

Insuring Your Cruise When you’re looking forward to a cruise, you don’t want to think about anything going wrong. But there are some events, which neither you or the cruise line can control, that could disrupt your vacation: extreme weather, airline delays, illness, lost luggage, etc. The good news is that you can easily protect yourself by purchasing travel insurance. And, insurance is important for any cruise – not just the extravagantly expensive ones. It’s available for cruises of all types and all lengths. It’s not as expensive as you may think, either: the cost will be a small percentage of the cost of the cruise. Depending on the coverage you purchase, travel insurance can provide reimbursement for: ·          An illness that forces you to cancel your trip. Medical treatment while on the cruise: your usual health insurance provider may not cover care needed while you are out of the country, or may cover only part of the c...

You’re ready to take a cruise and it’s time to pick a stateroom! Take a pause; this isn’t something that should be done quickly. In general, your choice will be guided by your budget. But, in addition to determining the category of stateroom that you can afford (which will also dictate what deck you’re on), you need to consider your stateroom’s location. To make your choice, it’s helpful to understand some of the terminology of cruise ship staterooms. Cabin, Stateroom, Suite . Cabin and stateroom are used interchangeably to refer to accommodations on a cruise ship. A suite is a type of cabin or stateroom that usually offers more space and amenities, and often has a balcony as well. Inside or Outside . Cabins and staterooms can be located either in the interior of the ship (inside) or along the exterior walls of the ship (outside). Inside cabins have no windows. Passengers choose these cabins because they are budget-friendly; because they don’t mind the lack of windows; or ...