Paperback: 706 pages
Publisher: Berlitz Publishing; 23rd edition, 15 Oct 2007
ISBN: 9812682406
Dimensions: 21.8 x 15 x 3.6 cm
Berlitz 2008 Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships by Douglas Ward is one of the definitive cruise guide books. Now in its 23rd year, it has sold over 400,000 copies worldwide.
Nearly three quarters of the book is given over to in depth reviews of nearly 300 individual cruise ships with vital statistics, comprehensive descriptions and scores on the ship itself, accommodation, food, service, entertainment and the cruising experience. The amount of information varies from one page for some of the smaller ships up to six pages for the large modern cruise liners like the Queen Mary 2.
The rest of the book covers general topics like the history of cruising, pitfalls to avoid, different kinds of cruises, how to choose the right cruise and how to get the most out of the cruise experience. There are also numerous colour photographs and maps.
This book is geared towards the holiday maker looking for the best ship and experience to suit them rather than any specific destination.
