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The Essential Little Cruise Book: Secrets from a Cruise Director for a Perfect Vacation (Paperback)

by Jim West (Author)

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Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press; 3rd edition (Oct 2003)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0762728280
ISBN-13: 978-0762728282
Product Dimensions: 13.8 x 10.9 x 1.5 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 264,287 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"A very practical book with sound information for everyone, from people planning their first exciting cruise adventure to hardened travel agents."--Sir Edmund Hillary
"Cruisers will find noteworthy nuggets in "The Essential Little Cruise Book" by veteran cruise director Jim West."--"New York Post"
"Nuggets of wisdom from a veteran cruise director ... a real charmer."--"Chicago Tribune"

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This compact collection of cruise wisdom holds everything readers need to know for a perfect vacation at sea. Jim West has logged millions of nautical miles as a cruise director and doles out the answers to cruise questions with wit and style. This new edition includes two new chapters with tips directed toward cruises in the Caribbean and Alaska.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Not very insightful or helpful, 14 Oct 2004

By	Gary Bembridge "gary_bembridge" (London, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

From the title you are led to expect the most amazing and insightful tips and ideas. The ones that will be like little bits of gold nuggets for 1st time cruisers, or even the most experienced.

However, what you get are some fairly general and fairly basic common sense lists that are as applicable to personal safety and any trip. It reads more like the "lists of" things you get in magazines that are space fillers and "fluff".

I think the problem lies in the fact that he is trying to serve too wide a target audience and so ends up probably not satisfying anyone. If you are looking for some light reading that will take a few minutes then this book is for you. If you are looking for real help and guidance on how to go about getting the most about cruising, then this book is not for you.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Just general knowledge, 1 Oct 2004

By	Gary Bembridge "gary_bembridge" (London, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was very disapointed with this book. The concept sounded great, but the problem is that there is no real substance and no real true insight. Perhaps the problem is that he is trying to write a book that is covering so much ground and has to apply to a vast array of ships, types of cruises and different levels of travellers of varied experience and so falls "between two stools". It takes almost no time to read and I felt somewhat let down as it was just a series of very general things about travel. I think this concept will only work if they were much more targeted e.g. A Guide to First Time Cruisers on Carnival Ships/ Guide for more expereinced cruisers to get more out of their cruise on Cunard ships etc

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2.0 out of 5 stars A cute rendition of common sense., 5 Jul 1999

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This review is from: The Essential Little Cruise Book: Secrets from a Cruise Director for a Perfect Cruise Vacation (Paperback)

Not only is this book little (literally), it contains facts even novice cruisers are aware of (such as myself). Occasionally, I felt as though some of the comments were condescending, don't do this, do do that..., etc. There were a few nice ideas in the book but overall I was disappointed in the quality of the book and for paying extra to have it shipped faster to me.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A first-time cruisers cruise bible!
My wife and I are planning our first cruise, and what a great surprise to read The Essential Little Cruise Book. Read more

Published on 5 Feb 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A first-time cruisers cruise bible!
My wife and I are planning our first cruise, and what a great surprise to read The Essential Little Cruise Book. Read more

Published on 5 Feb 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A first-time cruisers cruise bible!
My wife and I are planning our first cruise, and what a great surprise to read The Essential Little Cruise Book. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book with more tips than any travel agent provides
This is without a doubt, the BEST little book of information you can buy if you are planning your first cruise. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST CRUISE BOOK YOU CAN BUY FOR THE FIRST-TIME CRUISER!
There are all kinds of cruise books in the bookstores, but none that are just enhancement tips. Jim West has created the BEST cruise book for first time cruisers that I have... Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Bible For Cruise Professionals!
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Published on 28 Nov 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the BOMB
This is a cruise bible! Don't leave home with out it. Very helpful. Gave an old salt like me a vacation of a lifetime.

Published on 15 Sep 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars A terrific source for all cruisers.
Being a first-time cruiser, I thought I'd get as educated as I could before I actually leave. This little book as proven to be a diamond on the rough. It has been awesome.

Published on 14 Sep 1998

1.0 out of 5 stars Many cruise etiquette tips, but nothing about cruise lines
I purchased this book to get general information to help me choose a cruise but it only provided simple, common sense advice written in sound bites. Read more

Published on 20 April 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Great buy
I would definately recommend this book. I've been on one cruise, and booked another...this time I know all the tricks to have a great vacation. Read more

Published on 2 Mar 1998

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