Cruising from New Orleans? Then be prepared to shell out a chunk of change just for the privilege of parking at the port.
Exactly how much money? The official Port of New Orleans parking lots charge a staggering $16 per day. In other words, parking alone costs $112 for a 7-day cruise.
That's a lot of money, especially given that you have like spent several thousand for your cruise vacation.
Fortunately, there are plenty of ways that you can avoid paying those high parking fees -- if you just know a few easy tips.
Our first tip is also the most drastic and may not apply to everyone. But if you don't want to pay high parking fees, then simply don't park.
If you are flying into the area, then you can hop a taxi from the airport to the cruise terminal. Taxis charge a flat fee to get to most places in the city from the airport (and vice versa). If catching a cab from there, expect to pay $33 to get to the cruise terminal for one or two people. If more than two people ride, the fare is then $14 per person.
If you live in the New Orleans area, then you can also grab a cab or see if a friend can take you to the port.
Of course, this tip isn't practical for everyone. Many people drive to the city from the surrounding area -- they have to park somewhere. In that case, you can still save money.
Remember that there is no reason you have to park in the official port parking. It is simply the closest and most convenient to the port.
However, a cottage industry of parking lots have sprouted up near the port. For instance, a company called New Orleans Parking offers cruise parking for just $8 per day -- half the price of the port. This parking lot is located just a couple of blocks from the cruise terminal. A short walk could save you a ton of money.
Finally, there is one more way to save money on parking. If you are staying in New Orleans before or after your cruise, keep in mind that many hotels near the port offer free or discounted parking lot as an incentive for guests. Given that parking can cost more than $100, this is a huge freebie that you shouldn't miss. In fact, it may be worth it to stay in New Orleans at least one night to take advantage.
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Mexican Riviera: Which Cruise Line Is the Best
The Mexican Riviera is among the finest and most exotic locations a vacationer might pick for a luxury cruise.
A host of cruise lines offer an experience that is sure to stay with you for many years to come.
A luxury cruise tends to be one of those moments where vacationers can get rather picky. As well as they should be.
Princess Cruises makes you feel comfortable during every moment of your vacation. The warm and friendly service will make you feel like a valued guest.
Feel right at home without a care in the world. From sunrise till late at night Princess Cruises anticipates all your needs and makes you a part of it as if it were a family voyage.
Experience dining options unlike any other; bread and pastries are prepared thrice a day. The sauces are prepared by hand. For meat lovers, there's pure joy to be found: a cut steak complimented by a glass of pinot noir. Or perhaps, Italian pizza next to the pool on another night might enlighten the mood?
A variety of dining options are just waiting for you. You get to enjoy between Traditional Dining and fixed seating and timings, or Anytime Dining with the option of dinning the time and company you choose to dine with. Both menus offer creative appetizers, entrees and desserts that will tantalize your senses throughout the voyage.
Princess Cruises offers stunning itineraries that include destinations like exotic spots in Europe, Asia, India and The Americas including the Mexican Riviera. In addition they've also won the "Best Cruise Line Itineraries" for seven straight years.
The comfortable elegance of the Princess Cruises cruise ship will draw you in with plenty of space to roam about freely, whether it's having cocktails with friends or just relaxing and curling up under a warm fleece blanket while taking in the scenic cruising.
The Sanctuary is where you get to kick stress out the door, a blissful haven just for adults. Enjoy soothing massages or just recline in a comfy lounge chair, listening to your favorite tunes as the Serenity Stewards serve spa fare and rejuvenating fruit drinks.
Feel like just taking it easy for a while and enjoying feature films, concerts or sporting events? Enter Movies Under the Stars, where you find a giant screen next to a poolside, as you enjoy drinks and a complimentary bag of movie pop corn.
The Staterooms offer some of the largest percentages of balcony stateroom accommodations in the industry. For every kind of preference, there's a stateroom, including slightly smaller but spacious suites with comfortable interiors.
All ships are stocked with an extensive library, including a wide range of books related to cruise itineraries. Enjoy collections of as many as 2000 books.
Get to choose from a variety of sporting activities. Take the nine-hole putting green for a spin. Or just engage in some ping pong and shuffleboard. There's even a jogging track that comes ready with a sports court for volleyball and basketball.
A host of cruise lines offer an experience that is sure to stay with you for many years to come.
A luxury cruise tends to be one of those moments where vacationers can get rather picky. As well as they should be.
Princess Cruises makes you feel comfortable during every moment of your vacation. The warm and friendly service will make you feel like a valued guest.
Feel right at home without a care in the world. From sunrise till late at night Princess Cruises anticipates all your needs and makes you a part of it as if it were a family voyage.
Experience dining options unlike any other; bread and pastries are prepared thrice a day. The sauces are prepared by hand. For meat lovers, there's pure joy to be found: a cut steak complimented by a glass of pinot noir. Or perhaps, Italian pizza next to the pool on another night might enlighten the mood?
A variety of dining options are just waiting for you. You get to enjoy between Traditional Dining and fixed seating and timings, or Anytime Dining with the option of dinning the time and company you choose to dine with. Both menus offer creative appetizers, entrees and desserts that will tantalize your senses throughout the voyage.
Princess Cruises offers stunning itineraries that include destinations like exotic spots in Europe, Asia, India and The Americas including the Mexican Riviera. In addition they've also won the "Best Cruise Line Itineraries" for seven straight years.
The comfortable elegance of the Princess Cruises cruise ship will draw you in with plenty of space to roam about freely, whether it's having cocktails with friends or just relaxing and curling up under a warm fleece blanket while taking in the scenic cruising.
The Sanctuary is where you get to kick stress out the door, a blissful haven just for adults. Enjoy soothing massages or just recline in a comfy lounge chair, listening to your favorite tunes as the Serenity Stewards serve spa fare and rejuvenating fruit drinks.
Feel like just taking it easy for a while and enjoying feature films, concerts or sporting events? Enter Movies Under the Stars, where you find a giant screen next to a poolside, as you enjoy drinks and a complimentary bag of movie pop corn.
The Staterooms offer some of the largest percentages of balcony stateroom accommodations in the industry. For every kind of preference, there's a stateroom, including slightly smaller but spacious suites with comfortable interiors.
All ships are stocked with an extensive library, including a wide range of books related to cruise itineraries. Enjoy collections of as many as 2000 books.
Get to choose from a variety of sporting activities. Take the nine-hole putting green for a spin. Or just engage in some ping pong and shuffleboard. There's even a jogging track that comes ready with a sports court for volleyball and basketball.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Tips to Save and Plan for a Disney Cruise or Trip to Disneyland
The Happy World of Disney
TV entertainment teaches us lessons on life, social interaction and more. It motivates and inspires us to be creative. Walt Disney's inventiveness pioneered family entertainment. He fashioned animation techniques to teach us to learn and dream.
The Walt Disney journey started as a small cartoon studio in the early 1920s. Today, Walt Disney has created an entire world of happiness that embraces modern-day entertainment. Ride on a decked out cruise ship themed with Disney enchanted magic, visit one of Disney's theme parks and lots more.
Introducing the World of Happiness
Most kids dream of taking a vacation to the Walt Disney Resort in Florida. All kids deserve the experience of screaming with excitement as they ride a log down Splash Mountain, or the thrill of the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.
Disney continues to build upon its legacy with its fleet of 4 cruise ships (Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Magic and Disney Wonder).
A Disney Holiday
Kids, teenagers and adults all like to have fun. So, it's no surprise that a trip to Disney is a dream most of us throughout the world share. A trip to Disneyland costs money, requires planning and financial consideration; unless, you're lucky enough to stay close by a Disney theme park. A vacation your entire family will love and reminisce is worth every penny.
Tips to Save and Plan for a Disney Cruise or Trip to Disneyland
The adept Disney tourist can save more than 30% on a vacation or cruise. Disney's magic isn't cheap, so for the savvy Disney tourist this is a whopping saving. It takes a little searching; Disney doesn't give away savings directly. A few tips can greatly reduce the overall cost of your families next vacation:
TV entertainment teaches us lessons on life, social interaction and more. It motivates and inspires us to be creative. Walt Disney's inventiveness pioneered family entertainment. He fashioned animation techniques to teach us to learn and dream.
The Walt Disney journey started as a small cartoon studio in the early 1920s. Today, Walt Disney has created an entire world of happiness that embraces modern-day entertainment. Ride on a decked out cruise ship themed with Disney enchanted magic, visit one of Disney's theme parks and lots more.
Introducing the World of Happiness
Most kids dream of taking a vacation to the Walt Disney Resort in Florida. All kids deserve the experience of screaming with excitement as they ride a log down Splash Mountain, or the thrill of the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.
Disney continues to build upon its legacy with its fleet of 4 cruise ships (Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Magic and Disney Wonder).
A Disney Holiday
Kids, teenagers and adults all like to have fun. So, it's no surprise that a trip to Disney is a dream most of us throughout the world share. A trip to Disneyland costs money, requires planning and financial consideration; unless, you're lucky enough to stay close by a Disney theme park. A vacation your entire family will love and reminisce is worth every penny.
Tips to Save and Plan for a Disney Cruise or Trip to Disneyland
The adept Disney tourist can save more than 30% on a vacation or cruise. Disney's magic isn't cheap, so for the savvy Disney tourist this is a whopping saving. It takes a little searching; Disney doesn't give away savings directly. A few tips can greatly reduce the overall cost of your families next vacation:
- Search coupon sites to find deals for eating out, flights, tickets, accommodation and travel insurance.
- Check classified sites to find lower priced trip tickets. Travellers who canceled frequently try to sell tickets for cheaper, due to most cancel policies offering a limited return on purchase.
- A little detective work can uncover the travel agents who offer onboard credit with the purchase of a cruise.
- Disney offers tempting discounts for booking a cruise extra early. Early bird booking deals are periodically published on the Disney Cruise line website.
- Booking your holiday during the off-season is the easiest way to find discounts across the board.
- Disney World hotels are more expensive than non-Disney hotels
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