Cruising is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the travel industry. A cruise holiday can be an attractive option for many reasons:
Convenience and Ease
All-inclusive Packages: Cruises typically offer all-inclusive packages covering accommodation, meals, entertainment, and transportation, simplifying travel planning. You can add on packages for drinks, meals, speciality restaurants etc.
Effortless Travel: Visit multiple destinations and only unpack once – no need to worry about arranging multiple hotels and transportation.
Diverse Destinations
Multiple Stops: Cruises allow you to visit several cities or countries in one trip, offering a diverse and enriching travel experience. Each port will have several shore excursions you can choose from, or you can explore the port independently.
Unique Itineraries: Access to destinations that might be challenging to reach by traditional means, such as remote islands or coastal towns.
Onboard Activities and Entertainment
Variety of Options: Enjoy a wide range of activities, including live shows, movie theatres, swimming pools, fitness centres, spas, cocktail making classes, and much more. Many of the newer ships have attractions such as water slides, surf simulators, and even a planetarium.
Special Events: Participate in themed nights, dance parties, silent discos and other special events tailored to diverse interests.
Gourmet Dining
Culinary Variety: Cruising features multiple dining options, from casual buffets to fine dining, with a range of international cuisines.
Specialty Restaurants: Many ships have specialty restaurants offering unique dining experiences, such as celebrity chef restaurants, sushi bars, steakhouses, and local cuisine. These restaurants generally have a small cover charge to dine.
Relaxation and Wellness
Spa and Wellness: Many cruises offer luxurious spa treatments, wellness programs, and fitness classes including yoga, infrared saunas, nail bars and more.
Scenic Views: Relax and unwind while enjoying stunning ocean views and beautiful sunsets from the deck or your private balcony while cruising the oceans. Most ships have several public areas & pools so you will always find a spot to suit you.
Family-Friendly Options
Kids’ Clubs and Activities: Cruises often have dedicated kids’ clubs, teen lounges, and family-friendly activities, making them ideal for family vacations. Kids Club vary in age from toddlers to teenagers.
Multi-generational Appeal: Activities and entertainment options cater to all age groups, ensuring everyone in the family has an enjoyable time. From the oldest to the youngest, there is something for everyone.
Social Opportunities
Meet New People: Cruising provides a social environment where you can meet and interact with fellow travellers from around the world.
Group Activities: Participate in group activities, shore excursions, and dining experiences that foster social connections.
Exceptional Service
Attentive Staff: Cruise lines are known for their exceptional service, with attentive staff dedicated to ensuring your comfort and enjoyment.
Personalized Experience: Many cruises offer personalized services, such as concierge and butler services, to enhance your experience.
Adventure and Exploration
Excursions and Tours: Participate in organized shore excursions and tours that offer unique cultural, historical, and adventure experiences. Tours use local guides and are researched to ensure the maximum enjoyment for each guest.
Water Sports and Activities: Enjoy water-based activities such as snorkelling, diving, kayaking, and more at various ports of call.
Cost-Effective
Value for Money: Considering the inclusion of accommodation, meals, and entertainment, cruises can be a cost-effective holiday option. When you add up the cost of all meals, snacks, drinks, Broadway style shows, live music, shore excursions, accommodation, resort style facilities and more, included in a cruise fare, you’ll soon see the value. This also allows you to budget better with most things already paid for in advance.
Special Offers and Packages: Take advantage of special promotions, discounts, and package deals offered by cruise lines – these can have huge savings such as 75% off 2nd guest. If booked far enough in advance, you can pay a deposit to secure the booking and pay the balance a few months prior to departure, however, there are often early payment deals, saving you even more money.
