"National Cruise Vacation Week"

Online, October 8, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Miami, Fl- During the month of October 2011 Terry Taylor of Expedia CruiseShip Centers will join thousands of cruise-selling travel agents for National Cruise Vacation Week, an exciting event designed to showcase the incredible choice, diversity and value of cruise vacations. Travel agencies across North America will team up with 26 member companies of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) to provide consumers with exceptional offers and information on cruise vacations in every part of the world.

National Cruise Vacation Week is the successor to World's Largest Cruise Night, which, for the last six years, generated millions of dollars each year in new cruise bookings as thousands of vacationers took advantage of special value offers and other incentives to cruise. Last year, almost 5,000 agencies participated, generating over 41,000 bookings.

If they choose, area residents can find out all they need to know about cruising and even take advantage of these outstanding opportunities to cruise without leaving the comfort of home because Terry Taylor & Expedia CruiseShip Centers is hosting a "Virtual" National Cruise Vacation Week. By simply visiting the special web page http://ncvw.cruising.org/terrytaylor, consumers can explore the incredible world of cruising and plan a cruise! Terry Taylor & Expedia CruiseShip Centers has chosen several short videos showcasing the exciting offerings and destinations from participating CLIA member cruise lines. For extra convenience, the Web page will be live until the end of the October.

National Cruise Vacation Week (NCVW) is the highlight of October's National Cruise Vacation Month, the once-a-year period during which travel agencies across North America sponsor exciting events and promotions all focused on cruising - the most enjoyable, satisfying and value-oriented vacation option available in today's marketplace.

Terry Taylor & Expedia CruiseShip Centers are members of CLIA, whose 26 member lines represent over 97% of the cruise berths marketed in North America. According to CLIA statistics, the wide majority of travelers - about 85 percent - book cruises through travel agencies, and for good reason: agents excel at finding the perfect cruise to match their clients' vacation needs, lifestyle and budget. CLIA's certified cruise counselors are the cruise industry's premier professionals, providing the best service and value for your vacation dollar.

For more information or to book your cruise vacation, contact Terry Taylor & Expedia CruiseShip Centers at 786-227-6183 or by email: ttaylor@cruiseshipcenters.com.