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A lot of us are now turning to the helping hand of a cruise when it comes to where we choose to go on holiday. They are growing increasingly popular due to how much they have to offer and the more popular they get the more competition that arises with cruise ship companies. There are now more cruise lines operating than in the past, which means you have to make the decision of which cruise line to go with; one of these lines is Princess Cruises.

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Starting life in the late 1960’s the Royal Caribbean now stands as the world’s second largest cruise line and also one of the most popular. It started due to the fact a consortium of Norwegian ship owners wanted to get involved in the rapidly expanding American market and that is exactly what they have done. Its first ship debuted in 1970 and since then they have prided themselves on introducing new shipboard innovations. By the early 1990’s the Royal Caribbean moved into their next challenge, which involved designing ships for use outside its traditional cruising grounds in the Caribbean. This challenge was then met in 1995 with the introduction of Legend of the Seas, a spectacular new ship that brought Royal Caribbean into a whole new era.

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Cruises need not always be just about relaxing and soaking up the sun (though these do seem to be the real purpose). A cruise can also be a unique opportunity to visit places of great natural beauty; places where you won’t normally go to. And if you’re going on a cruise in the picturesque Marlborough sounds, there are still more reasons to enjoy the sights. Marlborough Sounds Hosted Cruises offers a range of cruises especially for this purpose. The two major family cruises on offer right now are –

The Summer Time Lunch Cruise

This is a special cruise of a short duration of just four hours. The cruise starts at 10 in the morning and goes on till 2 in the afternoon. You have the option of choosing between a Barbeque and a picnic lunch. Marlborough Sounds Hosted Cruises also offers complimentary wine or beer during this cruise. So if you want to relax and soak in the sun but have a time crunch, The Summer Time Lunch Cruise is the perfect cruise for you. As they say; the best things come in small packets.

Sundowner Cruise

This too is a special short duration cruise and is especially arranged to be a treat for your eyes. It is a four hour cruise that takes you around the picturesque Kenepuru And Pelorus Sounds. These sounds are some of the most beautiful sounds in the area and are the favoured spots for many tourists. With the Sundowner Cruise offered by  Marlborough Sounds Hosted Cruises you can relax and soak up the sun while feasting your eyes at the amazing beauty of these sounds. Make sure that you make your bookings by 3.30 pm. The cruise departs from Havelock Marina at 4pm from Jetty 1 Berth 1.

With these two cruises you’ll get beautiful memories of your vacation which you would cherish all your life (and also some great photographs of course).

Author is venturing out on a voyage that combines the passion of cruising and Pelorus region of the Marlborough Sounds and has a desire to help others appreciate this exceptionally pristine part of the world.

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The series of Lady Ferries was launched by the New South Wales state government in order to replace the existing fleet of the old inner harbour ferries. This program started in 1968 and the first ferry, Lady Cutler, was launched at the State Dockyards in Newcastle, NSW on 10 August 1968. The fleet consisted of seven ferries, each of which was commissioned or re-commissioned by one of the ladies.

Seven “Lady” Ferries

The seven ferries are:

• Lady Cutler
• Lady Herron
• Lady McKell
• Lady Northcott
• Lady Street
• Lady Wakehurst
• Lady Woodward

The Lady Cutler

Lady Cutler was laid down in March 1968 and launched at the State Dockyards in Newcastle, NSW on 10 August 1968. She was commissioned soon afterwards on 8 October and quickly made her mark on Sydney’s gay harbour life. In many ways she was different to the “classic” old Sydney ferries, but the double-ended style and effect was a similar derivative. She was followed by two almost identical sister ships – Lady Woodward and Lady McKell – on 19October 1970.

The Lady Cutler served with great distinction for 22 years on the inner harbour run and was decommissioned in 1991. Many people fondly remember her as daily commuters from the inner north shore to the city and others as day trippers to Luna Park and Taronga Zoo. Along with the Lady Woodward and Lady McKell she was originally sold to Hong Kong interests but the deal fell through. In 1998 she was sold to Ron Morrison and then to Shannon Harper, removed from Port Jackson and steamed south to Melbourne.

She completed her refurbishment in Melbourne and started her service life again in December 2007. She was re-commissioned on 13 January 2008 by the wife of the late Sir Roden Cutler VC, Lady (Joan) Cutler, who flew down from Sydney for the occasion. Today the ferry functions as a host for special events and offers a number of Melbourne river cruises. For more information on Lady Cutler, please visit their website at www.ladycutler.com.au

Sally Morgan an avid traveller and a great lover of boat cruises, is based in Melbourne. He is a renowned celebration cruise organiser and is also an active blogger on Travel and Cruises around Melbourne

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Although it may not be possible for you to travel to every holiday destination in the world, you can make a visit to the top ten world attractions. These attractions are unique in their own right and are must see events and destinations.

1. Disneyland in America – A trip to Disneyland is an experience in itself and is sure to bring out the child in you. With amusements for both children and adults, this location host parades, lightshows and floral tributes in grand style. You can also club your visit with a trip to Universal Studios.
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