Have you ever wondered why people who have returned from a cruise are so enthusiastic about their latest adventures at sea? If you are among those who are thinking about their first cruise and have not yet taken the decisive step, take a look at ten reasons why cruises can be the perfect vacation for practically anyone.
1. Cruises offer great value
Cruises offer great added value to your holiday as they are included in the price almost all services, which you will need for a fantastic trip: food, accommodation, day and evening entertainment and transport between destinations. The cost of a cruise costs less than what you would spend on the mainland for accommodation, food, sports activities and various shows. On cruises, children can sail for free - they only pay fees, and rarely at reduced prices, as long as they share a cabin with two adults
2. Multiple destinations in a single cruise
Your “floating hotel” village takes him from city to city, from island to island. You will wake up in a different city every morning. You can't decide whether to visit St. Lucia, Barbados, Guadeloupe in the Caribbean, or Rome, Barcelona, Tunis and Palermo in the Mediterranean, or Copenhagen, Tallinn, St. Petersburg in the Baltic? Why choose just one of these exciting destinations? Choose a cruise where you visit all the places on your wish list.
3. Cruise ships are family friendly
Cruisers are suitable for all ages and everything family members. If you are wondering how to find a vacation that will have many interesting activities for the whole family, a cruise is the perfect solution. Modern cruise ships have extensive children's areas, which are designed to suit different ages of children. Teenagers have their own "cool" corners, far from the areas for the youngest. How can you not opt for a trip that includes video game and pool fun while also offering time for family dinners and top-notch shore excursions? Parents can even treat themselves to a romantic dinner, while the children will be in the kids' club in the evening.
4. Passenger ships are of different sizes and always carefully equipped
The ideal cruise ship is easy for someone mega big ship, equipped with an outdoor climbing wall, a cinema or a superbly equipped fitness center, while for another, an intimate or smaller ship with a peaceful atmosphere may be ideal. Fortunately, there are cruises for different types of tastes and lifestyles.
5. Cruise ships offer many additional activities
Today's luxury cruise ships are designed to exceed the expectations of passengers. You can visit various lectures, taste wines, attend courses or a dance workshop; you can make pottery, learn a foreign language or attend yoga workshops; you can enjoy lunch in trendy restaurants, a sushi bar or enjoy a barbecue dinner; you can have fun watching a movie, a stand-up comedy, a dance performance or live music. If you don't want to attend the mentioned activities, you can just laze around while the ship sails from port to port. There are really many possibilities.
6. Cruises are easy to plan
A cruise package usually includes an 8, 14 or more day stay on the ship. Group and individual cruises also offer the option of organized transportation to the departure port as an additional fee. The package already includes the supplemented full board, you then just decide on the type of cabin, beverage packages on the ship and insurance. As an interesting point, it is worth mentioning that the practice on ships is to pay tips, the price of which is known in advance, and they are intended for the staff who take care of your well-being on the ship.
7. Ships are floating cities
If you happen to be afraid of what to do in the middle of the ocean, relax. Passenger ships are like floating cities, which have everything you could want or need on board. Today's ships are equipped with Wi-Fi, mobile signal and satellite TV so you can stay in touch with the real world every day during your cruise. The ships also have all major shops and it looks like a real shopping center where you can buy various items and souvenirs. The ships also have a variety of entertainment activities and facilities, such as gyms, several themed restaurants, a movie theater, a wellness center, swimming pools, a theater and a ballroom.
8. Plan an exotic vacation
Do you want to visit Asia but are hesitant due to language barriers? Do you have a desire to see the Middle East, but you are not confident because of the different cultural customs of these countries? Cruising is one of the best ways to see even the most exotic and remote destinations in the world in a stylish and safe way. Cruise programs offer visits to major cities, picturesque villages and popular landscapes, so you don't need to do special research on what to visit in an unfamiliar destination. The shipowner takes care of everything. If you don't want to see a certain destination yourself, you can book a tour with a guide who will introduce you to the places and attractions from his "local" point of view. But you can also connect with more experienced travelers on board, with whom you can share a taxi and an unforgettable adventure.
9. Cruising is romantic
Cruises are also romantic. If you're looking to rekindle the spark with your partner, a cruise vacation offers plenty of time together. Cruises also have special packages for honeymoons, vow renewals and weddings.
10. Cruising is socializing
Cruising also offers a wonderful opportunity to meeting new people. On board you will be able to meet people on various occasions, in the restaurant, piano bar, by the pool or on excursions. Kids can find kids their own age in kids' clubs, so they don't always have to be accompanied by adults.
