According to a 2016 report by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), cruising has grown by 22% over land-based vacations. What are the reasons why you should take a cruise? Travellers are looking for a vacation that provides something more: more fun, more entertainment, amazing food and more than one destination to explore during their vacation! You'll find all that and more when you choose a cruise.
When I left home to attend college, I enjoyed my newfound independence, but much to my surprise, my parents enjoyed it even more. If they suffered from an empty nest syndrome, they didn't show it. Because while I was cramming for exams and trying to figure out my place in the world, they --- for the first time --- were off on their own too, cruising around the world.
Hello? Who doesn't want to cruise to Europe? Ok, maybe there are some people out there who haven't considered such a trip, but chances are, they're not reading this. For everyone else who has even the slightest sense of wanderlust, surely Europe has, at one time or another, piqued your curiosity and been added to your wish list.
A cruise to Alaska is an adventure like no other. You could be sailing past glaciers in the morning, photographing wild bears in the afternoon, and dining on fresh caught salmon at dinnertime. The port of call at Seward, Alaska, offers all this and more. We’ve rounded up a few of the highlights sure to spark your adventurous streak.
Instead of taking your same-old, same-old vacation year after year, maybe 2017 is the time to change it up a bit. Have you always wondered about going on a cruise? Let me start off by saying, again, a cruise is one of today's best values for your hard earned vacation dollar! You really can't go wrong money wise. If you've never cruised before and you're not sure it's going to be your thing, it's important to consider the following when planning your first cruise:
Maybe you need no convincing. If you're entirely ready to escape but uncertain where to go, here are just a few of Norwegian's hottest itineraries for turning Northern winters into summer delights. Each locale is in relatively close proximity to one another, which means that island (or cruise!) hopping between diverse cultures and landscapes is entirely within your reach.
Land of misty mountains and totem poles, of cedar rainforests and bygone brothels, the city of Ketchikan offers quintessential Alaskan adventure. Salmon crowd the streams, eagles soar the skies and black bears roam the old growth forests. Bring a camera and a taste for adventure. Ketchikan is why we cruise Alaska.
Once you've made the decision to go on a cruise, the fun part really begins as you get to choose your stateroom. Whether you're cruising solo or with family members, or if you're on a budget or want to live large in a suite, no matter what your desires are, here's how to pick your perfect stateroom!
It's tempting to make your cruise vacation that time of year where you totally let go and feast your way from bow to stern. And with all the amazing onboard selections, it's not as if there's reason to skimp! However, if you are concerned about returning to dry land with ten extra pounds, abandon these fears at once. Here are some suggestions for healthy and delicious offerings to pile on your plate.
Even though cruising is one of the best values for your hard earned dollars, there seems to be some common misconceptions about this popular vacation choice. Cruising is exciting, flexible and more affordable than some may think! Let's take a look at 9 cruise misconceptions:
