Northern Europe by Cruise Ship delayed until December 2009.

Throughout 2008 we were working feverishly on undating both Alaska By Cruise Ship and Panama Canal By Cruise Ship and published new editions during the year. In this time, our editor Anne Vipond was assembling material for our newest travel cruise book Northern Europe By Cruise Ship. The book was intended for release in May of 2009 but has been delayed until December because of various changes and additions to the content which will now include Paris and Berlin as well all ports in the U.K. We apologise for the delay but think the improvements to the book will be well worth the wait.

The sixth edition of Alaska By Cruise Ship was updated during 2008 with new detail on ships and cruise lines and on ports. This new edition is all color throughout with dozens of new color maps and hundreds of color photographs with new details for independent travelers. The pullout map at the back of the book has been completely updated with a new more detail map with one side showing the inside passage and the other side showing the Gulf of Alaska and continuing right up to Prudhoe Bay. The new ISBN is: 978-0-9809573-0-3, retail price is $21.95.

Our new third edition of Panama Canal By Cruise Ship came out in late 2008 and has many changes for readers cruising to the exotic tropics of Panama. Updates to ports and cruise line itineraries have been made in addition to new color photography throughout and a revised cover and pullout map. The ISBN is: 978-0-9809573-1-0 and also retails for $21.95.

The Fourth Edition of Mediterranean By Cruise Ship has been updated with expanded detail on shore excursions and pre and post options for cruisers. The Mediterranean remains perhaps the most interesting of cruises from the aspect of western history and culture and a cruise is the best way to experience many of the world's most famous cities within a short period of time. ISBN: 978-0-9688389-9-0 and retail is $21.95.

Caribbean By Cruise Ship's fifth edition was thorougly updated, and has been used by Caribbean cruisers for over 10 years. All new color maps and color photography throughout help readers make the most of their time in the various ports of the world's most popular cruise destination. ISBN 978-0-9688389-8-3. Retail price, $19.95

For yachting travellers to the Inside Passage, OCEAN CRUISE GUIDES published Best Anchorages of the Inside Passage after more than 20 years cruising and researching this beautiful coat. Cruising book covers from Victoria to Cape Caution. This book has hundreds of secret anchorages and tips on cruising this beautiful coast. ISBN 0-9697991-7-9, retail price $39.95.

The first edition of Hawaii By Cruise Ship is selling like hotcakes! Already in its second reprint, Hawaii By Cruise Ship has been hailed by readers and reviewers across North America. With spectacular photography, beautifully detailed maps and informative text, Hawaii By Cruise Ship is a must reference for anyone planning a cruise to these islands. Color maps and color photography throughout! ISBN: 978-0-9688389-4-5, retail $19.95

Seattle Update: New Cruise Pier 91 for HAL, Princess and RCI pax

Seattle has a new cruise pier located at the north end of Elliott Bay near the Smith Cove Marina. Ample parking is available at Republic Parking to the east of the cruise pier. For driving directions (go to http://www.rpnw.com/seattle/cruise/). Passengers can book parking spaces online and get further information at this site or go to the Port of Seattle website at: http://www.portseattle.org/seaport/cruise/

Public transit to the pier at this time is not recommended as the bus lets you at the top of the Magnolia Bridge where there is a ramp that takes you down to the shuttle. A cab from downtown gets you right to the terminal building.

The cruise facility itself, although new, seems to work fairly well with minor bottlenecks at the baggage area by the elevators. Arrive either half an hour early or near the end of embarkation and delays will be minimal.

Contact us if you would like to share your experience with Pier 91.