If you want to head out to the open seas and enjoy a bit of R&R on a world class cruise ship, you still have time to save.

Northwest Airlines’ “Cruise Bonus Days” sale offers cruise vacation packages for as low as $199 per person, as well as a range of other savings and bonus opportunities.

You’ll find deals on major cruise lines for trips to destinations all over the world including Alaska, Tahiti, Europe, and Australia. The sale ends July 31st, so if you’re looking for luxury with a hint of saltwater in the air, book now.

Visit Northwest Airlines Promotions for more details.

Continental Airlines Cruises is offering onboard spending cash and onboard savings booklets. You’ll have extra money to throw around onboard Celebrity cruises to Alaska and Europe.

You have to book by June 30th to take advantage of these deals, so act fast and get set to sail.

Visit Continental Airlines Cruises for more details and for a full list of destinations.

Wind your way down the rivers of Europe and visit the grand cities and hidden gems of the continent. Uniworld Grand River Cruises is offering savings of up to $2,000/couple for cruises that will take you along the Danube, the Rhine, the canals of Amsterdam, and more. You have to book your cruise and put down a deposit by April 30th in order to take advantage of the savings.

Great works of art, centuries of culture and architecture, and all the beauty of Holland, Germany, Austria, and Hungary are ready to be explored. Visit Uniworld Grand River Cruise Offers for details on this special European river cruise offer.

There is a great post from Chris Elliott today about what he calls the “dreaded fat-finger fare.” Basically, a fat-finger fare occurs when a decimal point gets moved and you end up spending $200,576 for a 13-night cruise.

Keep reading to learn more about fat-finger fares…

Cruise season is approaching, so if you have a longing to hit the open seas and visit distant lands, now is the time to book that trip. Before you do, though, take a look at Chris Elliott’s post, “13 tips to save money on your next cruise.”

Chris breaks down the best ways to save money when booking a cruise, when taking a cruise, and when planning a future cruise. He offers insight into air-inclusive cruises, private tours, VIP treatment, and much more. He’s done a lot of the prep work for you, so take advantage.