The words "cruise" and "budget travel" are rarely used in the same sentence. However, as per the folks at Vacations to Go :

To protect the full-fare business they receive from traditional travel agents, cruise lines will not allow a number of of the deals you are about to see to be advertised in newspapers or magazines, or on television.

Are you a spontaneous type who is not adverse to planning a last-minute cruise vacation? Register at their site and receive emails about last-minute cruise deals. Registration is free! The site is also highly informative. Check it out! Posted by: Lisa Marie Mercer    Source

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