Bargains abound this wave season, and who doesn't like a good bargain? If you haven't cruised before, now is a good time to put your toe in the water because prices are unbelievably low. At Travelocity, we compared rates and found spring deals 15 percent to 50 percent less than they were last year at the same time. Buy now for a cruise just days away; forget that rule about long-term planning. And if that weren't reason enough, the flexibility of a cruise may be especially appealing for nervous travelers reluctant to commit to an exotic spring break given the current political climate. You can even drive to many of the ports. What I like best is that you can cruise to just about anywhere on any size ship! Cruises are the so-called "whole package" because they offer something for everyone.

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