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With years of experience as both a cruiser and a cruise agent, I can answer most questions about any of the major cruise lines. In addition, I can discuss various ports of call around the world.

Experience in the area

I'm a travel agent with a booming business sending people around the world on cruise ships. In addition, I'm an avid cruiser, slowly making my way around the world.

Publications

Currently, I produce a weekly podcast called the Mail Buoy and write a few pieces on the Mail Buoy blog, located at www.mycruiseplanner.net.

Education/Credentials

I have been certified by many of the lines as an expert in my field. Currently I hold industry credentials from Holland America, Princess, Cunard, Crystal, Silversea, Celebrity, Carnival, and Norweigian.

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Recent Answers from Patricia Babischkin

2009-05-27 Age question:

The short answer is yes. You will need to check the age policy of the line you are considering, but as long as you are in a cabin with someone over 25, you ought to be fine. Your friends who are both

2009-05-24 Time between flight and cruise departure:

I would double check with who you booked the cruise with. Every cruise line has a guideline as to when the last flight in will be able to make the ship and this should be your worst case scenario.

2009-04-28 NY to Dover sea crossing, passenger uses wheelchair:

Depending on your timing, this is completely feasible. On the Queen Mary 2, the crossing takes 6 days to Southhampton and then it is just a short ride to Dover once there. Cunard line would be the fastest

2009-04-19 First Time Cruiser:

First, forgive my delay -- I was away and forgot to tell All Experts of my trip. You have many questions for the first time cruiser, so if you need follow-up after these answers, let me know. 1.

2009-04-04 Renaissance:

Please forgive my delay in answering -- I was away and forgot to tell All Experts of my trip. Renaissance cruise lines went out of business when they built 8 ships in one year. However, to this day

 

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