I think there are two kinds of people: those who love cruises and those who would rather stay on land. Which type of person are you? This guest post may help you figure that out.
Why should I go on a cruise?
A life experience that everyone must undergo at one point is a cruise. Nothing beats spending all day touring an island and then relaxing at night, catching in shows and eating five-star cuisine, before you wake up to find yourself somewhere completely new. So what exactly is it about cruises that are the perfect alternative getaway?
Many die-hard fans will tell you that it is the convenience of cruises that they enjoy. If you wanted to visit all the spots you get to on a single trip, you would have to organise everything yourself, whether it be the transport, accommodation, what you wanted to see and even what you would have for dinner. Much of this work is already done for you when you book onto a liner – all you have to decide is what cruise exactly you will want, and this will depend on your preference for where you want to go, the time of year you want to travel and how long you want your trip to be.
Once you are on board, you will reap in the benefit of visiting several destinations in one single trip. If you were on holiday in a resort, you would be locked into one location, and making side trips can often be time consuming and frustrating. This will of course depend on how long your cruise is, but you may have the chance to visit up to five different places in the space of a week, not having to worry about how to get to each place.
What all of this culminates into is a diverse experience, filled with unlimited activities. By day, you will be walking around all the historical sights and embracing cosmopolitan life, while at night, there will be a packed programme of entertainment on the vessel. Whether it is shopping, visiting auctions, getting a massage, being pampered at the spa, playing tennis, swimming, gambling at a casino or going to the cinema, the options are limitless. There will also be activities catered to all ages, so parents will not have to worry about looking after their kids 24/7.
Furthermore, cruises give you enough time to form lasting friendships. While normal chat around a swimming pool is fun, time on a cruise will draw people together from all over the world. It is therefore hardly a surprise that there are so many singles cruises available.
When booking your trip, be sure to see what bundle deals are available. usually, major discounts will be applicable during off-peak season, while many operators will allow kids to go for free to bring the families in. MSC Cruises, for example, offers all-inclusive packages, which include airfare, hotel stays at the port city and a large room when on board.
So what are you waiting for? Have a trip of a lifetime and travel the world in style. Cruises are not just for pensioners, fun is to be had for all the family.
