Everyone loves cruises. Why? What makes them special? Why do people claim this is the best vacation?
We surveyed experienced travelers and brought in our own experiences to prepare a list for you. So, here are thirteen reasons why cruises are the best vacation in the world.
Detach from everything
There is no place better to get away from the routine of life and stress than a cruise ship in the middle of the ocean. Ship life is measured and unhurried, it is addictive. No sooner has the ship sail away than you will move away to the will of the waves.
Superior handling creates a sense of celebration
Where else will they clean the room for you twice a day and take care of every wish, if not on a cruise? As one experienced traveler noted, the crew on these flights is hospitable and friendly, the stewards remember your food and drink preferences. A trifle, but nice!
Everyone will find something to their liking
In sailing, no one gets bored - everyone can find something to their liking. Climb into one of the pools? Play volleyball? Walk the deck? Play cards? Exactly. Everyone will find their own.
Some ships offer an extensive sports program and dozens of activities (Royal Caribbean is famous for this), while others may have more intellectual or contemplative activities (Cunard comes to mind). We advise you to take the time to choose the best route and company.
Bar and menu
It is easy to gain weight on the transatlantic crossing - you can taste different dishes without worrying about the price, because all meals are included in the tour price. The quality is of the highest quality, the best chefs work on such ships. Dishes you often don't like can be replaced.
The ship also has an excellent atmospheric bar. Liner is the only place where I can drink cocktails, otherwise I prefer drinks without impurities.
Selection of interesting routes
If you like the beach and turquoise waters, take a cruise to the islands of the Caribbean. If you prefer a fresher climate, head to the shores of Alaska. History lovers are better off on a voyage in the Mediterranean Sea and pay tribute to the monuments of the south of France, Italy, Greece and Turkey, Egypt and hundreds of islands, from Malta and Gozo to Crete, or to the Baltic (Denmark, Sweden, Finland, the city of Hansa and North coast of Germany ).
Just one suitcase unpacking
I am not distinguished by a high organization, this is the point for me. On a twelve-day Mediterranean tour, calling at nine ports and cities and anchorages in the roadsteads of Malta and Acre, I did not have to unpack and pack my bags at each port.
In a traditional overland travel, intermediate points would mean the need to unfold and pack, carry luggage on buses and taxis, and on a cruise after a day among the sights, we immediately found ourselves at home - in a cabin on board the ship. A great dinner, music, a bar and new friends, a night in a luxurious bed awaited us. The next morning is a new port. We save time and effort! Nothing more, just pleasure.
Saving
It sounds strange, but traveling by ship is not as expensive as most people think, and it saves money. Family tours are sold with discounts, you can count on 30-50%. Count hotel stays, restaurants, snacks, bars, movies, and more to see if it's damn good! An additional incentive is the higher quality of services.
Shore excursion program
Life aboard is fun and relaxing, and it is also a way to get the experience of going ashore. Swimming with stingrays in Grand Cayman, excursions to underground smuggler caves in Bermuda, snorkeling on a private island in the Bahamas are countless adventures.
Dating people
There are 1500-2000 vacationers on board at the same time and from 1000 to 1500 crew members. Apart from misanthropy, the chances of meeting strangers are more than a lot.
Learn and experience the world
Travel is a chance to learn new things. On cruises, this opportunity is all around you. Sign up for salsa lessons. Learn origami. Attend a lecture on separate gathering, heraldry, Spanish lesson, boxing training!
A lecture by a contemporary artist and an auction will tell about new trends in art. On board Queen Mary, in addition to professional musicians, an amateur string quartet has been operating for many years.
It is interesting and useful to travel together or with a family
A cruise is a wonderful venture if you have a girlfriend, the opportunity to celebrate your honeymoon anniversary. Sunset. Promenade deck. Champagne. Moon light. Romantic, damn it!
It is also a chance to spend time with your family. Families love cruises. Parents can take care of themselves, because the children will be looked after properly, not to mention the fact that you can run around the ship for hours in search of interesting places and adventures.
No need to fly if you don't want to
This is rarely mentioned, but an undeniable plus - no need to fly. Many do not like to fly: some are afraid, others are uncomfortable in the confined space of an aluminum pipe with an electrical engineering filling. The plane is cramped, noisy, you need to arrive at the airport 2-3 hours in advance to be in time for check-in, and then sit for hours in the waiting room while the luggage is returned. None of this is needed aboard the ship.
Modern transoceanic liners - a miracle of technology, design and style
The cruise ship today is a miracle. Regardless of what you choose for yourself: the monstrous "Symphony of the Seas" with a ten-story waterslide and a water park to the envy of any Disneyland from Royal Caribbean, artfully inspired by Holland America Nieuw Statendam or the modern Celebrity Edge (laconic design and full of ground meat of breakthrough technologies) - you have to climb to the top of bliss. The choice of the vessel will complement your route, will allow you to place the right accents and highlight the main thing.
