====== Cruise Factory XML Data Services Knowledge Base ======
This wiki is provided as a guide to XML data users. It will be updated as often as possible with help and information to make developing Cruise Factory XML sites as easy as possible.

Select the links to the left that related to your issue/query to view information regarding that topic. Concerning actual XML data set-up and usage, we suggest newcomers to start at the [[start#overview|Overview]] link and working your way down the list.


====== Overview ======
The release of Cruise Factory XML Data Services offers the next level of flexibility in the delivery of Cruise related information from Cruise Factory. The further release of the Cruise Factory Incremental XML Data Stream is part of an on-going evolution of travel information & services from Cruise Factory, delivering effective & efficient website solutions.

The Incremental XML Data Service follows the directions of the Technology Industry in the development of effective "information driven" solutions for internet-delivery systems. The Incremental XML offering allows Cruise Factory customers the flexibility to develop dynamic websites to deliver information & products for their customers with extremely flexible content delivery with efficiency in the delivery & updating of related cruise information.


===== What it is =====
  * A system to distribute always up-to-date data directly from the Cruise Factory database to be intergrated into other user systems.


===== What it is not =====
  * A system that delivers XML ready to be embedded directly into web pages.
  * A simple object access protocol (SOAP) service.


===== Important details =====
**South African users** will have to use the URL ''feedssa.cruisefactory.net'' when accessing the XML data. Throughout this Wiki it mentions the URL ''feeds.cruisefactory.net'' which is strictly for Australia/NZ users and therefore we remind you to use the appropriate URL where necessary.

**Note:** Cruise information delivered via this XML service has been obtained from the Cruise Companies represented. However, the cruise industry is constantly changing so we are unable to take responsibility for incorrect information.

//We suggest that you include a disclaimer on your site to the effect that://

  Information on this Web Site has been obtained from the Cruise Companies
  represented. However, the cruise industry is constantly changing so we are unable
  to take responsibility for incorrect information and you should confirm all details
  at the time of booking.


//This Wiki is frequently updated to include latest technical interactions between Cruise Factory Technicians & the Developer Community, with the aim of sharing as much experience for the benefit of all. Please note that this Wiki is only a guide and any specific requirement should be checked with Cruise Factory directly.//