Tuesday, August 17, 2010

The Hidden Up-Side To Your Cruise

By Vickie Watkins

There are those who have likened cruise ships to floating palaces. A cruise offers you the opportunity to leave your normal everyday life behind you and relax and bask in a cool ocean breeze. However, your cruise offers you much more than that, you can play big against the house, strut your latest dance moves and dine on haut cuisine.

When it comes to cruise ships the key word is variety. Do you want a cruise on a small ship that will only hold 500 other passengers? There are cruise ships that size of small cities that can hold upwards of 4000 other passengers. With all the options available to you for to choose from it is important that you consider all the options carefully before booking your cruise.

The larger the ship, the more variety of activities and features they will have to offer. If you book your cruise on a ship that can accommodate thousands of travelers then you may be offered personal choice dining options. This options gives you the choice of traditional, specialty or casual menus when dining. You will be able to dine in comfort and class with food from a full service restaurant on board as well as sublime dining rooms. When it comes to entertainment you are spoiled for choice, you can watch a play or a film, dance the night away listening to a live band or you can gamble like a pro.

If you like to be active during your vacation then you might want to play a quick round of golf, go for a jog or a dip in the pool, take part in a yoga class or work out in the gym, the opportunities are endless. After stimulating the body you may want to stimulate your mind by visiting the ship's library or art gallery and taking in some beautiful works of art.

Is shopping is your addiction you will find yourself in no better place to feed your addiction. Many large cruise ships feature amazing boutiques full of upscale brand name items. Whether you care shopping for perfume, clothes or a special gift for the special someone you left back on dry land you are sure to find something for everyone.

There are so many options for accommodation that your head will spin; grand suite, family suite, mini suite, with a balcony, an ocean view or an interior room so many different options. In addition, if you find yourself in the unlikely event of needing medical assistance there is always a trained medical professional onboard, with a fully trained medical staff at their disposal.

Because cruise ships travel you can visit several places during one vacation and see many of the sights you've wanted to see at once. Your cruise ship will dock and allow you time ashore for a day trip giving you the opportunity to sample the local culture. Once you have found a cruise that suits your needs and personality then it is time to relax and enjoy your vacation.

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