Frommer's Cruises & Ports of Call 2009

Experience the best a place has to offer on the cruise that's right for you. Frommer's. Your trip begins with us.
* Detailed coverage of the hottest trends in cruising-trips departingfrom all major U.S. ports to the Caribbean, Alaska, Hawaii, Bermuda, Mexico, and Canada
* Exact prices, including cruise rack rates and the average discounted rates for every ship that we review, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget
* Extensive descriptions of all the major cruise ships sailing in North America, from cabin amenities and ship facilities to shore excursions and recreational activities
* Comprehensive ship ratings that grade the essential elements of a cruise experience (dining, activities, children's programs, entertainment, service, overall enjoyment, and overall value) from "poor" to "outstanding"
* Special coverage of popular river cruise routes in the United States, including the Mississippi River, California's Wine Country, the Hudson River Valley, and the Columbia and Snake rivers