There are several different types of cruises. These include river cruises and expedition cruise liners. Let's examine a few different types and see how they differ. These cruises differ in the destination they visit.
Specialty cruise lines
Specialty cruises have a unique focus, and can be great for anyone looking for an experience that is out of the ordinary. They offer smaller ships, intimate accommodations, and a variety of itineraries. A number of experts are available to educate you about subjects you may not have known about.
Many specialty cruises also feature renowned chefs, who often train the staff and create special menus for their ships. Royal Caribbean's Jamie's Italian restaurants offers a prix fixed menu with dishes from Jamie Oliver, a well-known chef. There are many options on the menu, including White Oak Pastures beef tenderloin and San Daniel prosciutto. Another highlight of the Jamie's Italian menu is coppa piccante, made by a Chicago-based salumeria.
Many specialty cruise lines take you to places that aren't accessible to other cruisers. A cruise on a specialty cruise line may be more expensive than one on a regular line. Some ships also offer back to back cruises between various ports. For example, you could cruise from Istanbul, Rome, or Barcelona. Prices for back-to-back cruises can also vary. Some companies charge extra for back to back cruises while others sell them as a single vacation.
Expedition cruise liners
There are a few different types of expedition cruise liners. There are some that focus solely on Antarctica or other polar regions. Others, however, will travel to the oceans of the world. These vessels all follow strict environmental regulations and are geared towards helping preserve these pristine regions. The next generation, currently in development, promises to make these vessels more eco-friendly than ever. It will feature many technological innovations, cool design features and even an underwater viewing area.
While many other cruise lines feature spacious interiors and amenities, expedition liners are designed for active travelers. With fewer than 200 passengers, they are typically smaller. This allows them to respond to weather changes and wildlife opportunities. Additionally, there's more time available for excursions. You can also change the ship’s itinerary to accommodate wildlife that is more active or visible.
River cruises
There are many benefits to river cruises. River cruises offer greater flexibility and are less crowded than ocean cruises. Guests have more time for exploring the cities and towns that they visit. A smaller group means that guests are more likely connect with one other. River cruises offer a unique way to visit multiple destinations simultaneously.
Most river cruises offer all-inclusive packages. These packages can include pre- and post-cruise lodgings, group tours, gratuities, and pre-paid gratuities. Meals can be taken onboard at the restaurants or at the many other eateries along the river banks during the cruise. The meals are usually fresh and local. While onboard, guests enjoy local entertainment and informative walking tours.
River cruises often make stops in major cities. Paris and Budapest offer great choices. River cruises offer guided tours, which allow passengers to explore the culture, art and history of the destinations they visit. Many river cruises offer passengers the opportunity to explore on their own. River cruises offer tours as well as optional shore excursions. There is so much to do while on the river cruise.
FAQ
Is a vacation on a cruise worth it?
When you can relax and enjoy yourself, it's one of the best places to go on vacation. A cruise is exactly what the doctor ordered.
Should I book my cruise before or after booking my airfare?
It depends on which part of the world you are traveling to. You should book your cruise in advance to have more flexibility regarding dates. A cruise could be planned around summer months in Europe, for instance. For those who are planning to go to South America or Asia, it might be a better idea to book your cruise after high season to avoid high prices.
How much does a cruise vacation run?
A cruise vacation costs $1,000 per head plus taxes. The average price for a family of four is $4,200. This includes all meals and drinks, entertainment, activities as well gratuities.
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- *20% Gratuities Apply on Free Unlimited Open Bar; Free Specialty Dining. (ncl.com)
- The line estimates savings of 50% when you purchase this bundle. (travel.usnews.com)
- You'll need to budget around $80 per person per day for this option – and an additional 18% gratuity. (travel.usnews.com)
- In addition, 10 to 15 percent gratuity is typically added to bar bills — for alcohol and soft drinks — and gratuities are applied to spa treatments. (cruiseline.com)
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How To
How to avoid seasickness while on cruise
You can avoid seasickness by wearing a cap while on cruise. By keeping the head in a fixed position, a wide-brimmed hat prevents motion sickness.
A hat also keeps water off the face, reducing the air's moisture. This allows people who are prone to dizziness from inhaling moist air to breathe more easily.
Another tip: Drink lots of fluids. Avoid alcohol or caffeine. These drinks dehydrate the body and make it harder for fluids to move around the stomach. Drinking enough liquids will help reduce the amount of salt in the bloodstream. Salt causes the body to retain water which leads to nausea.
Eat something salty if your stomach is feeling nauseous. Salty foods stimulate the stomach to produce higher levels of hydrochloric acid. This helps to break down food particles.
These tips may not work. There are other medications that can be used to treat seasickness. Side effects of some medications include dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation and blurred vision.