Freighter cruises have always seemed to offer a more laid-back way of travelling than your conventional cruise lines.

A freighter cruise can offer you a longer trip to exotic ports of call at a fraction of the price. There are fewer bells and whistles, and most ships carry no more than 12 people.

But for people who favour a slower pace, and have a lot of vacation time, a freighter cruise is just the thing.

The best place to find out everything you ever wanted to know about freighter travel is the Internet Guide to Freighter Travel.

This is a must-read site that has information on freighter agents, types of vessels, shipping companies and a detailed explanation of pricing....