How to Use This Guide 6Introducing Cruise TravelThe History of Cruising 10Styles of Cruising 16Where to Cruise 20Ports of CallNorway 24Sweden 42Finland 52Russia 58Estonia and Latvia 68Poland 74Denmark 78Germany 86The Netherlands 94Great Britain 104Ireland 130France 138Portugal 164Spain 176Italy 208Malta 248North Africa 252Israel 272Lebanon 280Syria 286Turkey 292Greece and Cyprus 308Croatia 332Survival GuidePlanning and Booking a Cruise 338Choosing a Cabin 340Practical Advice 342Life on Board 346Shore Excursions 354Directory of Cruise LinesDirectory of Cruise Lines 360Index 364Acknowledgments 380Glossary of Nautical Terms 384