The staff’s warm welcome was a perfect way to begin a wonderful getaway. For a few wonderful days, my husband and I indulged ourselves in all the delights this spotless Jamaican "all-inclusive" offered. For starters, the resort has one of the island’s best beaches, a glorious three-mile stretch of white sand. A day didn’t go by without at least a couple of hours there. We didn’t stay all day only because the crystal-clear Caribbean was far too tempting to resist. My particular passion, water-skiing, was tailor-made for Couples. The rest was up to the Caribbean and us. Needless to say, we had a fabulous time. Away from the water, we enjoyed socializing with the other, mostly friendly vacationers. Typically, there’s a pleasant mix of people at Couples, from retired snowbirds to honeymooners. And this trip was no exception. We made plenty of new acquaintances, especially while we were dining.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA: Come to see a working TV and movie production studio. Experience movie-themed rides such as Kongfrontation, Back to the Future ride and Terminator 2: 3-D. View the behind the scenes making of films with such attractions as Alfred Hitchcock: The Art of Making Movies, The Wild Wild Wild West Stunt Show and Hercules & Zena: Wizards of the Screen. Kids will enjoy The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera, E.T Adventure, and Barney''s stage show. UNIVERSAL STUDIO''S ISLAND OF ADVENTURE: Five themed islands with high tech thrill rides and attractions with favorite cartoon characters. Start at the Port of Entry and venture into Marvel SuperHero Island, Toon Lagoon, Jurassic Park, The Lost Continent and Suess Landing.

In my experience big ships deliver a superb cruise holiday. Its well-trained crews know how to pamper you and make you feel supremely comfortable. And Princess’ nightlife options, from floorshows to cool piano lounges, are fun. Like many seasoned travelers, I’ll try anything once. And, if I like the experience, I’ll come back for more. Especially when the trip is a week of Med sailing on the elegant crown jewel of deluxe fleet. A few years, when I took my first cruise, I knew I would want to take an encore sailing on it. I can’t wait to indulge myself again in this urbane ship’s simple pleasures. On my previous sailing, I was pampered from morning to midnight (and later, if I had wanted it) by a staff dedicated to personal service. And throughout the 350-passenger vessel, I felt cosseted by luxury, from my private verandah to sophisticated public rooms.