The document discusses the history of ocean liners and cruise ships. In the early 1900s, ocean liners transported people across oceans, with wealthy passengers in first class and poorer passengers in the lowest, most basic sections. Modern cruise ships offer all-inclusive vacation packages and aim to minimize stress for passengers through activities both on and off the ship. Cruises provide social, educational, and relationship-building experiences. Large cruise lines have multiple ships that can carry thousands of passengers each.

2.  Reached its peak in the 1800s and early 1900s
 In the early 1900’s, ocean liners were
expensive and only the wealthy can afford to
travel first class.
 A vast majority of the travelers who cannot
afford first class travel were in the steerage
class. Steerage refers to the lowest decks of a
ship, which offers the most basic amenities.

3.  A cruise is a stress-free and hassle-free vacation.
It takes away trivial matters like driving, packing
and unpacking the luggage which can contribute
to stress.
 Cruising produces appreciation of the
environment and various cultures amongst the
passengers.
 The experience also provides status quo for
vacationers
 Cruises offer activities whether inside and
outside the ships (Ports)
 Facilitates socialization and networking.

4.  A cruise is ideal for special occasions like
honeymoons, anniversaries, rekindling and
renewing relationships.
 A cruise provides a brief overview of historical
and learning experience from one port to
another.
 In the advent of highly sophisticated
technology, cruises represent a safe travel
experience..
 Package price is generally is an all inclusive.

5. CLIA 24 Member Cruise Lines
 AMA Waterways  MSC Cruises
 American Cruise Lines  Norwegian Cruise Line
 Azamara Cruises  Oceania Cruises
 Carnival Cruise Lines  Pearl Seas Cruises
 Celebrity Cruises  Princess Cruises
 Costa Cruises  Regent Seven Seas Cruises
 Crystal Cruises  Royal Caribbean International
 Cunard Line  Seabourn Cruise Line
 Disney Cruise Line  SeaDream Yacht Club
 Holland America Line  Silversea Cruises
 Hurtigruten  Uniworld River Cruises
 Majestic America Line  Windstar Cruises

6. 1. The first measurement is through the
number of rooms (staterooms) or total
number of staterooms.
2. Second measurement is the number of
passengers it can accommodate.
3. Most common measurement would be in
terms of Gross Registered Tonnage (GRT).

8.  Stateroom space  Dining Area
 Showroom
 Outside stateroom
 Pool area
 Inside Stateroom
 Reception Area
 Suites  Gift Shop
 Private (or crew)  Casino
space  Clinic
 Public space.
 Purser’s Office

9.  Hotel Manager
 Purser
 Shore excursion Manager
 Cabin Attendants
 Maitre d’, table captains, waiters, busboys,
bartenders, drink servers and wine stewards
 Food and Beverage Manager
 Head housekeeper or chief steward
 Cruise Director