1.   And for those who might be considering a European cruise, this could be a good time because many lines may be offering discounts to fill the cancelations.

2.   In shopping for a European cruise, travelers will find some very affordable reasons for sailing with Costa.

3.   In the last few years European cruises have become one of the fastest-growing segments of the cruise industry.

4.   It also lets them enter the largely untapped European cruise market.

5.   Last year the conflict in Kosovo caused tourism to drop in parts of Europe and almost stopped the European cruise season.

6.   Not exactly in the market for a European cruise, we decided to visit friends in Tennessee.

7.   On a European cruise, like cruises elsewhere, the ship gets into port early in the morning.

8.   On many European cruises the itinerary includes an overnight stay in one city, such as Venice or St. Petersburg.

9.   Prices for European cruises are also holding firm, Driscoll said, adding that the only softness appears to be for Alaskan cruises.

10.   Shore trips for European cruises, however, may be purchased before departure, and agents can book a package of them with the cruise and earn a commission.