Rare Kinkacruiser Posted April 24, 2011 #1 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I would be keen to know if other source the CC 'Ports of Call' section when beginning to research new destinations. I have been doing that and learned so much...have names of private guides/tour companies and got a idea of best attractions. Where do you start? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzaw Posted April 24, 2011 #2 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I start by trying to find out EXACTLY where the ship will perth or the tender will land in every port. This is often very hard to find out - and sometimes the info gained is incorrect. For example, we were assured by many people here that Oriana would tender into Airlie Beach -- WRONG!! We went to Hamilton Island! :rolleyes: I like to find this out - so that I can map these onto Google maps and then look to see if there is anything interesting within walking distance of the landing - quite often there is not, so some kind of shore tour is necessary. So - does anybody know where the tenders dock in VAVA'u, Tonga please?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandielle Posted April 24, 2011 #3 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I start with a Google search and follow-up on the results. It often points to CC posts so is a quick way to find them, also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topaz_M Posted April 26, 2011 #4 Share Posted April 26, 2011 Hi Anna, As well as checking out the CC Ports of Call, I read reviews of people I know who have been to the same ports for ideas on the cruising forums. I also check out Trip Advisor, VT and Wikitravel. These are all good resources for pre- and post-cruise / holiday accommodation too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted April 26, 2011 #5 Share Posted April 26, 2011 For Europe, we are big fans of Rick Steves, he does a good job and we usually have agreed with his recommendations. Kirk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raison Posted April 26, 2011 #6 Share Posted April 26, 2011 I usually start with researching general information about the areas we will be visiting. I usually do this with library books or I buy guide books. Then I hit the internet and CC boards are a great source of info. I learnt so much from the Hawaii boards for our recent trip there, it was fantastic. I love the planning part of a trip and anticipating what is to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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