WHAT MAKES CRUISES SO POPULAR?

Cruises have really taken off in the last fifteen years or so, with all the major cruise lines adding new ships to their fleets. But what makes cruises so popular and why might you consider choosing one for a holiday? Well, let’s take a look at what they offer:

Cruises Feature Destinations All Over The World

When you think of cruises, you may think of the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Baltic or Alaska.

While these destinations are exotic enough for many people (hey, I’d be happy to cruise just about anywhere since the experience itself offers so much), they represent only a small portion of the areas you can find cruises to.

Have you ever dreamed of visiting Australia and New Zealand? What about Southeast Asia? Perhaps Antarctica? South America? The South Pacific? Eastern Canada and New England? Hawaii? Indian Ocean? Eastern Siberia? The fjords of Greenland?

Guess what? You can find cruises that visit all those destinations…     and more!

The variety of cities and countries where ships stop is one reason cruise vacations are so popular. You can visit many, many ports in the world, and cruises let you see more than one (often many more) per trip. And perhaps the biggest perk is that you only have to unpack once.

Cruises Are For All Types Of Travellers

In the early days, cruises tended to be most popular with the retired and the wealthy. While many of those people still enjoy cruising today, there really are no stereotypes about your average cruiser any more.

There are cruises that are great for families with children, others that cater for couples, some with special events for singles, some that are perfect for active adventurers, and some that are low-key and cater to those who just want to relax.

While demographics vary from ship to ship, there really are cruises for any kind of person who’s looking to see the world and have a good time.

If you’re not sure what you want, try one of the mainstream lines. For a cruise experience extraordinaire, try Anthem Of The Seas with its many innovative features like the Bionic Bar below.

They are known for having a Vegas vibe, where there are entertainment options for just about everyone. If you prefer peace and relaxation to constant entertainment, choose a small ship or a luxury line.

Cruises Are Affordable

Another big reason cruises have become so popular is they are an affordable holiday option.

With all your main requirements (food, sleeping arrangements, and the cruise itself) included in the basic price, you won’t have a heap of expenditures to worry about once you’re on board.

It’s true that “all inclusive” isn’t quite as all inclusive as the cruise lines might lead you to believe (expect to pay for everything from massages to alternative dining to shore excursions to alcoholic beverages), the major expenses are included.

As you can see, cruises are popular holiday choices for many reasons. You can find ships visiting many, many parts of the world, there are cruises to appeal to just about all types of travellers, and lastly these floating holidays are not only affordable, but offer the best value for money holiday you will probably ever take.