bowling alleys , movie theatres , numerous restaurants which cater with food from all around the world , Kid ’ s clubs and activities that suit all ages , drinks packages , and a lot more ! Royal Caribbean is the latest to now offer FlowRider , which is a surf simulator that allows participants to “ bodyboard ” ( Boogie board ) or “ flowboard ” ( Same concept as surfing but with a smaller board ). I am not sure that there are too many over 50 ’ s doing this ? What makes cruising so popular ?
Access is a big one . If you stick a pin into any blue area on a world map , or water ways in Europe , you will be able to get there by cruise ship . River cruising is going rapidly with Avalon in Europe . Have you ever been down The Danube or The Yangtze ? Cruising is often the best way to reach many off beaten track destinations .
If you are still not convinced that cruising is for you then these may help : 1 . I ’ ll get seasick ... Take precautions ( pressure bands , drugs or natural remedies ). Or choose a Ocean Vessel rather than a smaller vessel that may be prone to more movement . Tip : select a Cabin Midship , this is the best place to be if you have a tendency to feel seasick . I always recommend to start with an Outside cabin so you don ’ t feel enclosed with a inside cabin and always focus on the horizon . 2 . Ships are a breeding ground for germs . So are schools , dentists , doctors , work places ! Cruise Lines work with International Health organisations to limit as much as possible . Hand sanitiser are everywhere on ships , and on board precautions are taken as much as possible to prevent any virus spreading . Tip : Follow advice given by your cruise line on how to reduce the risk of becoming ill or spreading infection , both on board and ashore .
3 . I ’ ll get bored Very unlikely . There are many opportunities on board the ships and classes can also be taken to learn a new art or craft ! Day excursions , yoga , and remember you are on holiday so relax by the pool and have a cocktail !! Tip : Maybe considering a new hobby ? A cruise ship is the perfect place to see if you like it ! 4 ). I ’ ll get fat Maybe , buy hey you are on holiday ! Tip : Eat off ship when you can – It ’ s great to taste some local cuisine and amazing how the appetite shrinks when you have to pay for it !
Need HELP : Seek advise from an agent . There a plenty of itineraries which cater to customers with likeminded interests . If you are travelling alone , choose a smaller ship or one that caters to single parents or solo travellers and has “ meet-and-greet ” hosts . A Cruise is for everyone !
Deanna
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