Cruise and Stay
Why You Should Try a Cruise and Stay Holiday
Ever heard someone mention a “cruise and stay holiday?” Curious about what that phrase entails?
Put simply, a cruise and stay holiday is a combination of a cruise and a traditional vacation. Have you thought about trying out a cruise, but you’re not sure if you’d like it? With a cruise and stay holiday, you get to try out the experience without completely sacrificing the typical stay in a hotel on land.
Afraid of flying? Instead of sitting on a plane for hours, feeling a rising sense of panic and trying to figure out how to distract yourself while you soar at 30,000 feet above the ground, you can spend a few days on a huge cruise ship filled with all the amenities of a hotel and more.
If you’ve ever felt like your vacation is wasted with endless travelling – standing in line for airport security, sitting in a terminal waiting for a delayed flight, taxiing on the runway for an hour because of a backup – cut out the transportation aspect of a vacation by beginning your vacation on your mode of transportation. What will you find on the cruise portion of your cruise and stay holiday? No shortage of entertainment and comfort:
• Buffets, bistros, and some cruise ships offering 24-hour room service
• Nightlife, including clubs, bars, comedy clubs, and live shows
• Casinos that have both table games and slots
• Luxury spas and salons
• Fitness amenities, including fitness classes and jogging/running tracks
• Activities for children of all ages
Compare those amenities to those of more traditional modes of transportation:
• Flying: long lines, privacy invasion during a security check, cramped seating, small meals only available for purchase
• Driving: traffic, car trouble, astronomical gas prices, dining limited to fast food and diners on the highway
You can see why people are quickly becoming cruise and stay holiday converts.
That covers the cruise/transportation portion of the vacation, but what about that “stay” part? Where do cruise and stay holidays sail to, anyway?
If you’re dreaming of a tropical paradise, a cruise and stay holiday will fulfill your wish. Most of these vacations set sail for the Caribbean or Mexico, both of which offer warm climates, sandy beaches, swaying palm trees, and crystal clear waters.
Whether you’re hoping for an active or a relaxing holiday, the “stay” can accommodate you. Relax on the beach with a bottle of sunscreen and the latest bestseller, or venture out to enjoy hiking, horseback riding, or even ziplining in a tropical location. Have an adventure or take a break with a few days on shore.
When it’s time to head home, you know you’re in for more luxury on board. Once again you avoid the headaches of the sky or the road, and another few days on the ocean will conclude your cruise and stay holiday.
Ready to trade in your traditional, stress-filled vacation for something more laid back and relaxing? Try out a cruise and stay holiday today!
