The cruise sectors growth is also shown in its expanding guest capacity. About 40 new ships were assemblyed in the 1980s and during the 1990s, nearly 80 new ships have been introduced. By the end of 2005, about 69 new ships have been introduced since 2000.

This fast growth has ignited the continuing trend of the cruise vacation experience. Over the years, cruise liners have modified itineraries to include more diverse ports of call and convenient embarkation ports and have also introduced many onboard amenities and facilities, including Internet cafes, ice-skating rinks, multiple themed restaurants and expansive spas, health and fitness facilities.

The cruise industry's commitment to adding new capacity is based in part on cruising's promising growth potential. Because majority of U.S. adults have never taken a cruise vacation, there remains a virtually untapped sector of the travel industry.

Cruise lines cater to a wide varity of demographic mix. Cruisers range from 50 years of age, with above-average annual household income. Cruise vacations attract travelers from every state in the nation and from every province in Canada. The states catering to the most cruise passengers are Florida, California, Texas, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Illinois, Arizona and Georgia.

With hundreds of destinations to choose from, no matter what vacation mood you're in cruises offers a wide variety of destinations for everyone! From the icebergs of Alaska to the hot sands of Mexico. With the world's top cruise lines at your fingertips finding your dream cruise is easy.

Every day, more and more travelers are discovering the all-inclusive enjoyment of a cruise vacation. More singles, families, couples, honeymooners, second honeymooners and groups of friends are cruising away on the cruise vacation of their lives. Last year alone approximately seven million travelers enjoyed a cruise vacation. When you add it all up, it's easy to see why.

The price of your cruise fare includes all of your meals and in-between snacks on-board; your stateroom, activities, parties and entertainment; in addition, an exciting voyage to some of the most magically and culturally-educational places in the world.

Try An Alaska Cruise

Cruise Lines that sail to Alaska on a seven-day itinerary usually cruise along the Inside Passage and visit Glacier Bay National Park or Hubbard Glacier, stopping at four ports along the way. Most cruise lines also offer a arrange of extended cruise-tour package options which take passengers deeper into Alaska via train and include land stays at lodges and sightseeing in Denali National Park - making their trip to Alaska even more exciting.