Cruises: the Nuts and Bolts

My idea of the perfect vacation is to visit numerous destinations without the inconvenience of flying between cities, living out of suitcases, and hunting for the best restaurants. You can do this, of course, on a cruise. After embarking, you unpack once and relax in comfort and style while your ship transports you from port to port. All meals and entertainment are included. What's not to love? But before you go off and book yourself on a three-week cruise to Wherever, there are a few things you should think about, namely where to go, how to go, and when to go. (Linda Coffman)