20 questions on planning/going on a cruise!

this is a great article that has a lot of FAQ's on planning and going on a cruise - and offers experieced cruise travelers' advice on what to do about it, their experiences, and etc.

here are some of the question:

1. I found a great deal, but what additional costs should I expect?
2. Is a cruise to Antarctica truly a trip of a lifetime?
3. What may annoy me on my cruise?
4. Will we receive an awful cabin if we don't have one assigned to us before our trip?
5. Has anyone cruised French Polynesia?
6. What cruise line would you recommend for culture vultures?
7. What benefits are there for repeat cruisers who stick to one cruise line?
8. Should I book on a larger ship if I'm prone to seasickness?
9. Which European cruise itinerary will allow me to see the most?
10. Do you pick the cruise line or the itinerary first?
11. Should we upgrade to a larger cabin?
12. We want a balcony; which deck should we opt for?
13. Would my older parent enjoy a cruise?
14. How long before date of sail should we expect our cruise documents to arrive?
15. What is the best Alaskan cruise?
16. Is there a website that will show me what cabins remain available on a particular cruise?
17. Is formal dress required in the dining rooms?
18. Will my family enjoy a Disney cruise?
19. What are the best Alaskan cruise excursions?
20. What's the best way to find cheap airfare for transatlantic cruises?

find out the answers by clicking to the original article:http://www.fodors.com/news/story_3076.html?ref=news&name=080717newsletter

great article!!