Released on: August 15, 2008, 6:16 pm

Press Release Author: James Felton

Industry:

Press Release Summary: To fill the demand for specialty cruise vacations,
CruisingCo.com, a highly successful Internet-based cruise agency, has just launched
a new specialty cruise division, UncommonCruises.com.

Press Release Body: Seattle, Washington - UncommonCruises.com
(http://www.uncommoncruises.com) is the first online cruise travel center devoted
exclusively to specialty cruise holidays. A specialty cruise is any cruise with an
unusual itinerary or a hard-to-get-to destination, a unique cruise vessel, or an
interesting cruise theme. UncommonCruise.com was developed to meet the demands of
this niche market of cruise customers who are less than satisfied with the
traditional product offered by the major cruise lines and desire a cruise holiday
that is a cut above the ordinary. This market includes experienced cruise
passengers, active seniors and baby boomers, and the more affluent consumer.

Over the past twenty years, the cruise industry has experienced unprecedented
popularity and phenomenal growth. Every year hundreds of thousands of people choose
cruise holidays and, with each successive year, the numbers grow. In order to serve
more passengers and to capture an even greater share of the tourism and travel
market, cruise lines continue to introduce bigger and glitzier ships. For the novice
cruise customer, the novelty of vacationing on a modern "floating hotel" may be very
attractive. But, for many experienced cruisers, bigger (and glitzier) is not always
better. Many repeat-cruise customers find that they are no longer impressed with the
massive new ships that are coming into service and that they much prefer the smaller
cruise ships. Experience has taught them that a smaller ship has many advantages
over a larger ship, including a superior level of service and easier access to
smaller, more interesting ports of call. As well, many become bored with the same
old itineraries. They've been there and they've done that already!

According to James Felton, founder of UncommonCruises.com, a new trend is underway
in the cruise industry. "The niche cruise market is gaining momentum, and sometimes
at the expense of conventional cruising. Many experienced, repeat-cruise clients are
becoming disenchanted, but more often than not they are simply seeking a new cruise
experience. It is our goal to provide them with some exciting cruise alternatives,"
states Felton.

The UncommonCruises.com website is an extensive one-stop cruise resource center that
provides a wealth of specialty cruise related information. Customers can research
hundreds of unique cruises to unusual destinations worldwide and over one hundred
theme cruise categories, catering to just about every interest imaginable. Over 30
different cruise vessels are also represented on the web site, ranging from tugboats
to sailing ships and river barges to motor yachts. As well, UncommonCruises.com
features an online community discussion forum and experienced specialty cruise
advisors are just a phone call away. "This website is for those who seek a world
beyond the ordinary," says Felton. "It's for those who want an experience, an
adventure, or a cultural immersion. It's for those who want that experience in a
smaller group setting, and on a smaller vessel. It's for those who want to go
beyond the 'big-box' style of cruising."



About Uncommon Cruises:
Uncommon Cruises (http://www.UncommonCruises.com) is the newest division of The
Cruising Co, Etc., Inc., a highly regarded, long-established online travel agency
that operates two other popular travel sites: www.CruisingCo.com and
www.MouseEarVacations.com. Uncommon Cruises was created exclusively for consumers
looking for an alternative to mainstream cruising and features a comprehensive
collection of unique and unusual cruise destinations and speciality theme cruises.
For the best in specialty cruise vacations, visit the Uncommon Cruises web site:
www.UncommonCruises.com.



Web Site: http://www.UncommonCruises.com

Contact Details: James Felton, Founder - Uncommon Cruises.com
5208 Sumner Heights Drive East
Edgewood, WA 98372
Direct Line: (778) 327-9518
Toll Free: 1(888) 284-3743
James.Felton@UncommonCruises.com
http://www.UncommonCruises.com