A holiday should be relaxing, a chance to make happy memories, different from your everyday routine… and what better way to experience this than on a cruise! If you enjoy traveling and seeing the world, a cruise vacation is a ‘must’ on your bucket list. Contrary to the common myths about cruises, you don’t have to wait till you’re 60 to book your first cruise. Your next holiday should be a cruise. If you’re still looking for a nudge, here are 7 reasons to take a cruise vacation.

It’s easy to plan
Once you’re on a cruise ship, everything is taken care of. You don’t have to worry about creating itineraries, booking a cab to take you sightseeing, or finding hotels that match your budget. Cruise packages are typically inclusive of ocean transportation between ports, accommodation, buffet meals and plenty of onboard entertainment. At each port, you can join guided shore excursions organized by the ship’s local tour operator partners to explore the city, visit historic sites or just go shopping.

You get great value for money
Assuming cruises to be expensive is a mistake. The difference actually lies in how you’re paying for your holiday. The cruise package is inclusive of not just your ocean transportation but also accommodation, delicious buffet meals, on-board entertainment and maybe, even a few on-shore excursions. Now compare this to what you would otherwise pay separately for flights, hotels, meals, sightseeing, entertainment, etc.

Some of the facilities available every day on a cruise might actually be very expensive on land. Think of the access you get to swimming pools and hot tubs, the live shows, Zumba classes…

A new place every day
You can visit multiple cities on a usual holiday but you’ll probably limit yourself to spending 2-3 days in each place. That’s about 2 places in a week. On a cruise, you can see much more!

Cruises usually sail during the night so you can spend all day in a new port. For example, the 7-night Mediterranean Cruise takes you from Genoa to Marseille, Barcelona, Ibiza, Cagliari and Civitavecchia (Rome). But what if you want to experience the city’s nightlife? Well, that’s why cruise packages like the 7-night Doha UAE cruise include an overnight stay in Dubai.

The convenience is unmatched
A cruise is stress-free. Get onboard, unpack once and repack only at the end of your holiday. No lugging around suitcases and bothering about train and bus schedules. You’ll get Wi-Fi wherever you go, satellite phone connections, laundry facilities, and access to all the possible services you want on your holiday.

Think of your cruise ship as a floating hotel – with many more facilities. Whether it’s to watch a movie or take a dip in the pool, you don’t have to go far from your room. This freedom from having to plan the next day’s itinerary and find a way to entertain the kids lets you truly relax and enjoy your holiday.

It’s fun for the whole family
From tots and teens to parents and grandparents, a cruise has something fun for everyone. The Royal Caribbean, Disney Cruises, MSC Cruises and many others have daycare programs with a wide range of activities for toddlers. Older children can enjoy the waterslides, pools and sports facilities or watch movies and play video games.

The range of activities for adults is virtually limitless. You can watch live performances, participate in karaoke nights, play miniature golf, try your luck at casino games, take classes on art, shop and lots more. Cruise ships like the Norwegian Viva by Norwegian Cruise Line have multiple swimming pools including an infinity pool. And, when it comes to food and drinks, cruise ships usually have multiple restaurants so you can try new cuisines and cocktails every day.

It doesn’t get more romantic than a cruise
If it’s just you and your partner, a cruise can be the romantic holiday you’ve always dreamt of. Consider an adults-only cruise by Virgin Voyages or boutique luxury cruise ships from Silversea or Ponant. You’re guaranteed some of the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets. During the day, you can relax by the pool or indulge in spa treatments and at night, have a romantic dinner date at the ship’s restaurant before heading to the dance floor.

You’ll come back with new friends
The pools, water parks, buffet tables, entertainment theatres – they’re all great places to meet and mingle. You’ll meet people of all ages from around the world. Organized activities like trivia nights, dance classes and themed parties also encourage budding friendships. Then, there are the shared guided on-shore excursion experiences at every port. Who knows, you might just find people you want to plan your next cruise with…

 Planning a cruise vacation
Having told you all about the joys of cruising, let’s get down to booking your cruise package. You can take a cruise to almost anywhere. You can go on a cruise to Singapore or explore the gems of the Middle East. If you’re feeling really adventurous, how about a cruise to Antarctica!

All you need to do is pick a destination and give us your dates. At CruiseBay, we’ll help you sift through itineraries to find the perfect ship and get the best deal for your cruise. That’s not all, we’ll help you through the visa process, make sure you’re covered by the right insurance and book flight tickets to and from the cruise endpoints. If you like, we could even extend the holiday with a few days exploring the port city before or after your cruise. Call us and let’s get started.