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 Triumph Trident Triumph 750 Trident 750 All Original 1974 Triumph Trident Five Speed T150V Only 2384 Miles NO Reserve $1,975.00 (12 Bids) Time Remaining: 33m |
 Harley Davidson Dyna LOW RESERVE FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide Buy For Only 137 a Month WE SHIP WORLD WIDE 2000 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide Low Miles SUPER CLEAN LOW RESERVE $8,995.00 Time Remaining: 2d 56m Buy It Now for only: $8,995.00 |
 Yamaha XS400 VINTAGE 1978 YAMAHA XS400 Black 9308 MILES NO RESERVE $305.00 (14 Bids) Time Remaining: 2h 6m |
 Other Makes Piaggio BV200 Piaggio BV200 Italian Motor Scooter Like Vespa Low Low Miles Low Low Reserve $1,575.00 (17 Bids) Time Remaining: 3h 6m |
 Honda VTX VTX 1300 2007 Honda Vtx 1300 CUSTOMCLASSIC1 K MILES LIKE NEW GARAGE KEEP NO RESERVE $4,300.00 (23 Bids) Time Remaining: 5h 1m |
 Kawasaki Vulcan 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 750CC BLACK AND RED ONLY 6300 MILES NO RESERVE $1,625.00 (13 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 3h 51m |
 Kawasaki Vulcan 2006 KAWASAKI MEANSTREAK 7324 MILES SPRING SPECIAL BEFORE SPRING NO RESERVE $5,200.00 Time Remaining: 1d 21h 11m Buy It Now for only: $6,500.00 |
 Kawasaki Ninja Ninja ZX6R 2006 Kawasaki ZX6R ONLY1070 Miles Sweet BikeNOO RESERVE MUST GOO $4,900.00 Time Remaining: 1d 21h 14m Buy It Now for only: $5,599.00 |
 Kawasaki Ninja Ninja ZX6R 2008 Kawasaki ZX6R LOOWWW MILES only2800 Clean with NOOOO RESERVE $5,000.00 Time Remaining: 1d 21h 15m Buy It Now for only: $5,999.00 |
 Suzuki GSX R GSXR600 2006 Suzuki GSX600R ONLY 6600 Miles Great Bike Sounds Great NOOO RESERVE $4,900.00 Time Remaining: 1d 21h 16m Buy It Now for only: $6,499.00 |
 Honda CB BARN FIND 1971 HONDA CB175 CB 175 5665 MILES ON IT LOOK NO RESERVE $849.00 Time Remaining: 2d 6h 6m |
 Bourget FAT DADDY 2005 BOURGET FAT DADDY LOW MILES NO RESERVE $23,500.00 Time Remaining: 2d 22h 26m |
 Honda CBX Sport Touring 1982 Honda CBX1000 CBX 1000 Creampuff ONLY 3476 Miles Six 6 Cylinder NO Reserve $4,300.00 (18 Bids) Time Remaining: 3d 5h 1m |
 Harley Davidson Touring Road King 2005 Harley Davidson Road KingLow MilesNO RESERVE $6,950.00 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 3d 17h 36m |
 Suzuki Hayabusa LE Hayabusa suzuki gsx1300r low miles limited edition no reserve clean title $4,100.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 3d 22h 43m |
 Yamaha Virago Nice 2007 Yamaha Virago 250 CC Burgandy 2682 Miles No Reserve $1,399.99 Time Remaining: 3d 23h 29m |
 Harley Davidson Touring 2009 HARLEY DAVIDSON Road King Classic only 6171 miles NO RESERVE $13,900.00 Time Remaining: 4d Buy It Now for only: $14,900.00 |
 Custom Built Motorcycles Chopper chopper pro street 2003 MGS Custom bike All Metal Fabrication 250 miles like new No Reserve $18,500.00 Time Remaining: 4d 3h 32m Buy It Now for only: $21,500.00 |
 Custom Built Motorcycles Chopper 2005 Von Dutch Kustom Cycles Cruelworld LOW MILES Custom Chopper NO RESERVE $27,000.00 Time Remaining: 4d 16h 57m |
 Suzuki GSX R GSXR 1000 2004 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 sport motorcycle low miles No Reserve $4,347.00 Time Remaining: 4d 17h 26m Buy It Now for only: $4,698.00 |
 Harley Davidson Softail Fatboy 2005 Fatboy Mint Low Miles Low reserve $7,200.00 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 3h 17m |
 Kawasaki Vulcan 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LOW MILES NO RESERVE $1,500.00 Time Remaining: 5d 20h 6m |
 Harley Davidson Touring FLHP 2010 Harley Davidson Black White Road King Police 6K Miles 103 ABS No Reserve $12,990.00 Time Remaining: 6d 1h 6m |
 Harley Davidson Softail 2000 Harley Davidson Softail W Side car Low miles auto lean control no reserve $9,500.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 7d 2h |
 Harley Davidson VRSC VRSC VRSCA 2005 HD V ROD VRSCA ONLY 800 MILES VERY LOW RESERVE MUST SELL HARLEY VROD $7,802.00 (15 Bids) Time Remaining: 8d 21m |
 Yamaha XS 1972 Yamaha XS 650 Rare Original Classic XS2 Low Miles Storage Find Low Reserve $2,799.00 (14 Bids) Time Remaining: 5h 6m |
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A Cruise Vacation That Can Include Airline Reservations
An air-sea cruise is when your cruise vacation has been booked with airline reservations to get you to the ship's port and back home again. The cruise line buys its tickets in bulk from the airlines. They find out where you are coming from for your cruise travel and book you passage from a nearby airport to one close to the cruise ship's home port. Each cruise line has its own policy on how they deal with the sale of airline tickets, so here are some cruise tips in that area.
What is the cost of the tickets if I book them with my cruise?
The amount will be quoted when you book and will be shown on your bill.
If I need to cancel, are the refund policies different for the plane tickets than for the cruise?
No, as long as you cancel before the penalty phase begins.
Is there a service fee charged to have the Cruise Line issue my Airline reservations?
Only if you use their air deviations plan. The fee is around $50.00 each.
Do I have any choice in which Airline is used?
Yes, if you use there air deviation plan.
Can I get credit for my frequent flyer mileage if the cruise lines books my airline reservations?
No. You can use your frequent flyers if you book on your own.
Can I fly nonstop or have any control over the route that is taken, or do I just get what ever they find?
Here again, use the air deviation plan.
How do I get from the Airport to the ship's pier?
If you have booked an air/sea cruise vacation the cruise lines will supply you with a voucher for a shuttle bus. If you booked your own airline reservations it will be up to you to get to the port.
Is there a shuttle service available from the airport where you'll be arriving? Is there a charge for this service or is it included? Is the service included if you don't book your flight through the Cruise Line?
If you book your flights through the cruise lines, there will be a shuttle and you
use your transfer.
How and when do I meet up with Cruise Line personnel?
They will be standing in the baggage claim area and will hold a sign with the name of the ship. They will direct you to the shuttle.
How is my luggage handled, do I have to pick it up at the airport or is it automatically sent to the ship?
You will have to pick it up at the airport and then the shuttle will take it to the ship with you.
What accommodations, if any, are made if the Airline they use causes me to miss the ship?
If you have booked with the cruise lines they will accommodate you by getting a hotel room for the night and a flight to the next port.
There are many advantages to booking an air-sea package for your cruise travel. The cruise line takes care of the airline reservation. Since cruise lines buy in bulk and usually provide a discount package rate, the ticket price is generally lower than what can be found in the general market. The transfer of luggage is easier, and a free shuttle will take you from the airport to the docks for your cruise vacation.
The cruise line will have your flight information and will be able to track your flight in case of a delay. Others on the cruise might be on the same flight and they might just hold the ship waiting for you to board. The biggest advantage is that if anything goes wrong to delay you, the cruise line will generally become more involved in getting you to the ship.
There, of course, are disadvantages as well to booking an air-sea package. You might be able to find a better deal on your own, or you may have to fly an airline you don't like. You will not get credit for frequent flyer miles by going through the cruise line, and you might not be able to fly non-stop. Finally, you might end up flying a longer route than you'd pick for yourself.
You could book your own airline tickets, but only do so if you can get a better deal. The strongest consideration should be how confident you are in being able to make it to the ship for your cruise vacation on your own. If you are already flying in a few days early, know you'll be there on time and you can save over the air-sea on plane tickets and shuttle costs, then you might just consider going it alone. But, remember you are going it alone. In many cruise reviews it is recommended that you book your airline reservation with the cruise line.
The cruise lines will be more likely to make accommodations and work with the airline if their booking didn't get you to the ship on time. They will be better able to track your late flight and might even delay the ship if they know you'll only be slightly late. There have been many cruise vacations that have delayed the departure from port especially if there is a large group of cruise travelers on a late plane.
Depending on the circumstances, they might even rebate some of your cruise or give you a discount toward your next cruise vacation with them. However, the airlines are independent contractors. Most cruise conditions of carriage state that since the airlines are independent contractors the cruise line makes no warranty and assumes no responsibility for any failure or delay in their contractor's services. This is another reason to purchase a strong trip insurance package.
When you book your own airline tickets for your cruise vacation, if the route you picked to make it to the ship fails, you are on your own. Don't risk missing your cruise travel over a few frequent flyer miles. No matter how you get to your cruise vacation, try to avoid this situation by booking a flight that leaves you plenty of time to get you to and from the pier to the airport. It is recommended that your go on the internet and read the many cruise reviews on this subject.
Happy Cruising!
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About the Author
Mary Hanna has traveled the world by Air and Ship while writing eBooks, Software Reviews and Practical Articles on Internet Marketing, Cruising, Gardening and Cooking. Visit her websites at: http://www.CruiseGold.com http://www.CruiseTravelDirectory.com and http://www.CruisingTips.com