Planning ahead pays in the world of cruising. Book Carnival's weeklong Glacier Bay cruise, departing from Seattle on Sept. 13, 2011, and save more than $100. The cruise aboard the 2,124-passenger Carnival Spirit -- with stops in the Alaskan cities of Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan before ending in Vancouver, B.C. -- usually has starting rates of $679 per person double plus taxes. Book now, and you'll find prices starting at $529 plus taxes. Info: 1- 888-227-6482, www.carnival.com.
Or book a 2011 cruise by Sept. 30 with Crystal Cruises and receive two-for-one pricing, free airfare and shipboard credits of up to $2,000 per couple, depending on itinerary. The promotion covers 59 itineraries in Europe, South America, the Caribbean, India, New England and Canada, and the Mexican Riviera. Info: 866-446-6625, www.crystalcruises.com.
