Which line to pick out of Texas?

[Mytime2014]

I haven't even gone on my 1st cruise yet and already thinking about the next one. I'm near San Antonio and thinking of cruising out of Galveston/Houston unless parking is more than airfare/transfers to Florida.

 

My first cruise will be on a HAL ship in 34 days!!!!! :eek: I know the ships out of Galveston are much larger and busier....

 

I would avoid school breaks, look at fall/winter, likely be alone and either a 5 or 7 day would fit. I don't need to be entertained all the time and I want food that is consistently better than IHOP or Chili's. The other thing that is somewhat important [and I don't know why] is a forum that is not constantly contentious.

 

What cruise line would be a good fit? Where do I even start? I discovered that I have TA benefits through my bank and that is an option - vs finding a TA who specializes in cruising and would help me find the right cruise.

 

Thanks - I look forward to the ideas and planning my next one.

Debby

[Host Kat]

 

...What cruise line would be a good fit? Where do I even start? I discovered that I have TA benefits through my bank and that is an option - vs finding a TA who specializes in cruising and would help me find the right cruise...

 

Howdy Debby!

 

Here are some of the Cruise Critic articles I hope will help you:

 

How to Pick a Cruise Line http://www.cruisecritic.com/ftc/tier2.cfm?ID=4

 

Ask the Editor: Choosing and Booking a Cruise http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=1159

 

11 Tips for Finding a Cruise Deal http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=1096

 

Finding a Cruise Travel Agent http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=62

 

Regarding finding a TA, please do not forget the Travel Agent Recommendations section in the Guidelines we all agree to follow when registering for our free Cruise Critic message board membership.

 

Glad to have you aboard Cruise Critic!

 

Kat

[Mytime2014]

Howdy Debby!

 

Here are some of the Cruise Critic articles I hope will help you:

 

How to Pick a Cruise Line http://www.cruisecritic.com/ftc/tier2.cfm?ID=4

 

Ask the Editor: Choosing and Booking a Cruise http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=1159

 

11 Tips for Finding a Cruise Deal http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=1096

 

Finding a Cruise Travel Agent http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=62

 

Regarding finding a TA' date=' please do not forget the Travel Agent Recommendations section in the Guidelines we all agree to follow when registering for our free Cruise Critic message board membership.

 

Glad to have you aboard Cruise Critic!

 

Kat

 

Thanks for the info - especially the CC guides. Everyone has a different idea about which line....and dang its expensive to cruise as a single!!!

 

I do know the TA rules and wasn't fishing for names, just wondering 'out loud' if that's better than going thru the cruise line. I put the word out to some friends who cruise and they are going to give me some info on that front.

 

I will also start reading the reviews/forums on the ships that sail from Galveston/Houston and see what seems to fit my personality.

[Host Kat]

Thanks for the info - especially the CC guides. Everyone has a different idea about which line....and dang its expensive to cruise as a single!!!...

 

You are most welcome!

 

As for sailing solo, here are some more articles:

 

Solo Cruising Basics http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=21

 

10 Best Cruise Lines for Solo Travelers http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=419

 

10 Things Every Solo Cruiser Should Know http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=1228

 

Kat