Many cruise ships depart from San Francisco. Common destinations include Alaska, Mexico & Southern California

Here are some tips for choosing the San Francisco Cruise that is best for you:

• How large is the ship?  Do you want something intimate, or a lot of action and new people?

• What kind of beds does the cabin have?  Queen? Twin? Bunk?

• Is there a low fare guarantee?  What happens if the rate drops after you book your cruise?

• Where will your cabin be?  What kind of view does it have?

• When was the ship last renovated?

• What is the policy on tips?  Tips can be a significant expense, so it is important to understand this in advance

• What is the cancellation policy?

• When do you meet the ship in San Francisco?  Is a San Francisco hotel room included in your package if you fly in the day before?

• What stops does the ship make & how long do you have in each port?

Want to see Southern California?  See our Palm Springs Guide, Orange County Travel Guide and our Los Angeles Travel Guide 

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