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With so many cruise lines going to so many destinations, there are literally hundreds of choices, if not thousands, when it comes to taking your cruise. With that in mind, how can you know that which cruise lines are offering the best deals? More importantly, how can you find those great deals?

The important thing to know that comparison shopping will almost always get you the best deals when it comes to cruise lines. One thing that you can do is to find 3 or 4 good website, including the website of the cruise line itself, and compare the rates on a daily basis for about 2 weeks. This will let you know the average price for your cruise, who is getting the better deal, and who is offering the best incentives.

Some people find great deals with travel agents. Sometimes, travel agents will be able to offer incentives that the cruise lines or travel websites will not be able to offer, like a bottle of wine or a free room upgrade. Although they might not be able to find the best deals on airfare anymore, thanks to the internet, they are privy to some promotions that other booking agents are not.

When looking on the Internet, your best bet is to stick to the major travel players like CruiseBrothers.com, Cruise.com, Travelocity, Expedia, and Cruises-N-More. Although you will undoubtedly find other sites that offer cruises, beware of hidden fees and costs. Always read the fine print and any of the details that might not be obvious.

On the cruise lines’ websites, you might not find better deals when it comes to the cruises themselves, but the cruise line might offer airline deals that are better than what you find on other websites. Sometimes, it’s not the price of the cruise that’s the problem; it’s the price of the airline ticket to the departure point.

If you have sailed on the past, then don’t forget to look for past-guest savings. Cruise lines like to offer incentives and deals to repeat customers and this can save you some money. Aside from possibly getting lower rates, you should receive promotions and onboard incentives as well.

Senior citizens sometimes get good deals on cruises, too. Be sure to mention your age when talking to a travel agent, or searching for senior fares on the travel search engines.

Although it’s not technically a deal, sometimes a third person in the room can make the price of the room drop. For instance, if you are parents with a child, the two adults might pay $505 per person for the cruise, while the child’s fare might only be $298. It’s not because it’s a child’s fare, but simply because it’s a third person.

Comparing rates, watching for deals, and taking advantage of any discounts that might be offered are all ways of saving on cruises. Booking your cruise very early in the season, like in February or early March, can also show you some significant savings too.