Not just a cruise

We know that when it comes to booking a cruise, you need to consider the added price of those costly excursions. But with such a rapid expanding market, prices are being driven down by competition. Many people make their own way to places whilst others choose to book excursions through the cruise lines or independent supplier companies which also provide passenger security and safety. Some of the excursions offered by Independent suppliers are usually the same as those you get on board with the difference of reduced costs or with the variety or different length of itineraries proving a great value for money.

With some many ships on offer and so many repeat clients, cruisers are often looking for something different off the beaten track, activities and adventure trips or themed excursions. So due to an expanding market the average age of cruisers is getting younger as cruise ships adapt their features to attract new generations and cruises have become more affordable as competition grows.

Cruise lines are constantly changing itineraries, adding undiscovered ports and new destinations which means opportunities for new excursions. For the more adventurous there are excursions like Zip lining in St Lucia or snorkel with Sharks in the Bahamas or swimming with turtles in Barbados. Even P&O has revamped their excursions lists and has recently unveiled its new shore excursions. Just to name a few it include indoor skydiving in Flam and helicopter rides around the Norwegian Fjords, an experience on the Cider farm in Guernsey and a tuk tuk ride in Dubrovnik. Taking the top spot we have the hiking on the Caminito Del Rey in Malaga renowned as one of the scariest routes and of course we couldn’t miss a round of golf on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily which is knows for it’s beautiful views over the Sicilian countryside and islands

Before booking with an independent company always check with an expert. It is important to make sure excursions are guaranteed. What i mean with that is to ensure that companies are offering the passenger a full protection with a full refund if the ship doesn’t port. In the event that return is delayed and the ship departs without the passenger, then there must be a guarantee to transport passenger free of the charge to the next port of call.

Ultimately, cruise holidays can be tailored to the passenger needs offering a huge variety and providing something for everyone. These are only a few of the excursions on offer , which one is for you?

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