Cruises

Reasons to take a cruise on vacation

If you have somewhere in mind that you want to visit, chances are it can be reached by cruise ship. Cruise ships take millions of passengers a year to destinations around the world such as the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Alaska, Europe, the Mediterranean Sea and even Antarctica. In this type of travel everything is an advantage: lodging, meals and entertainment are already included. Some cruise lines even offer all-inclusive vacation packages, which cover the cost of drinks and shore excursions. Traveling on a cruise allows you to see the world, but you only have to unpack once.

It’s also a great option for families, as many ships have water slides, miniature golf courses and fun clubs for kids and teens completely free of charge. Planning a cruise is simple: choose a destination and the ship that’s right for you. Cruise lines make it easy with packages to help you save on extra costs such as alcoholic beverages, shore excursions or even airfare.

Travelers say they prefer to travel aboard a cruise ship because the price per night is usually lower than a hotel, where they will have to book (and pay for) all the extra services.

¿What are some tips for finding last minute cruise deals?

If you have flexibility in your dates, you can get the best last minute deals. If you live near a cruise port and can get around by car, you can probably take advantage of deals that come out a week or two before the ship sails.

If you don’t have flexibility for dates or travel, open up your range of destinations. This will allow you to find a greater number of travel deals to locations during the mid or low seasons.

Do your research to find out the average cost of your ideal cruise. When you see it drops in price, go for it! Many cruise lines update prices several times a day, so be prepared.