Sunday 17 April 2016

Cruise excursions- The Caribbean Islands are the most sought after cruise destination

If the call of sun n sand n surf beckons you from your daily grind, then the best thing to do is to take a cruise and visit some of the beautiful and exotic ports dotting the coastlands of the seven seas to relax and unwind . There is nothing like the roll of the ocean wave beneath a safe and luxurious liner, clear and azure skies above, tropical breezes that are warm and relaxing, the tall coconut palms that sway in welcome to all visitors if you are headed for the tropics, or the warm and balmy Mediterranean breezes that make you never want to leave, along with the soft, warm and crystalline sand on the inviting beaches .

There are many different kinds of cruises to choose from depending on which part of the world you want to visit, the duration of your excursion, the activities you have planned for your holiday and the amount you have set aside for the cruise .You can explore cultures that are new to you and familiarize yourself with different kinds of environments and eco-systems that are exotic and out of the ordinary . The cultures are different, the scenery is breathtaking and beautiful and along with the beaches, you can take in the history, sport, music and dance of the places you visit .

A cruise to Alaska is on the list of every intrepid traveler as well as of those who want to visit and learn of out-of-the-way places and cultures for the novelty of it . There are valuable shore excursions, keeping this in mind, to top up the Alaska cruise. Then there is the beautiful and exotic Bermuda, a must-see on the itinerary of the die-hard fan of the tropical isles. It is lush with greenery and tropical flora and fauna to make it a veritable feast for the eyes . The waters are turquoise, the coral reefs and the denizens of the deep entice every swimmer with an explorer s bent of mind. If you are fagged out with your swim, you can soak in the sun on the warm and soft beaches that border the shore .

The high season for the Bermuda cruise is in the summer months with the Bermuda cruise season starting in April and ending on the first of November . Because of skyrocketing prices for a land vacation in Bermuda almost everybody goes in for a cruise since it is less costly and the ship docks in the port making it easy for travelers to use it like a hotel . The entertainment on board the ship while it is docked at Bermuda is minimal leaving you to enjoy the sights and sounds of the destination itself.

The Caribbean Islands are the most sought after cruise destination on the world map and its popularity is set to remain for all time. The tropical beauty of the Isles, the warm breezes, the sun kissed sands, the glories of the sunrise and sunset, the deep blue and tranquil seas make these islands a paradise on earth. You can start your cruise at the ports on the Eastern side of the US with the duration of the cruise itself being 3,4 or 5 nights or even go in for those that are for 7 nights or more . You can cruise along the Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean, Southern Caribbean or circle the Caribbean Islands combining all these as well as the Panama Canal. These cruises usually last from 10 to 17 nights or may take as long as 53 days . So whether you want to have an adventure or a laid-back, tranquil time, the Caribbean Isles are the place to visit, especially if it is your first cruise .

If you want a holiday in Europe, you can clamber aboard any of the many ships that ply regularly on the waterways of the continent . There are Baltic cruises which include Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and might also include Latvia, Estonia with Russia being an added attraction. The Western Europe cruises visit Western Europe and the British Isles. There are also the Mediterranean Cruises with the Western Mediterranean cruises covering Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, the Mediterranean Islands as well as a few countries of North Africa. For those who want to soak in the history or soak in the sun on the beaches or just splurge on a shopping spree, this is the cruise to take. The Eastern Mediterranean cruises covering Turkey, Greece, Egypt, Israel as well as other Eastern Mediterranean countries are for the intrepid traveler who wants to take in other cultures and delve into the history of the place . The Trans Atlantic cruises can be very enriching and well worth taking .

A cruise to Hawaii State is a must-do for those who want to relax and take in the beauty of these enchanting isles as well as the local customs and way of life with the spirit of Aloha . Mexico is another delightful destination, with the ports on the Western coast of this country (by the Pacific Ocean) reachable from the ports of Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco. The duration of the cruise may last from 3 to 10 nights including the round trip, with Baja and the Mexican Riviera not to be missed . You can experience first-hand a different culture with its Spanish and Native American overtones, the beauty of Nature in all its finery and the local music, dance and sport .

For those who want to cruise around South America, the season starts in October and lasts till April, with February and March being the best time to plan a cruise in these parts, as the summer wanes in these parts . You can cross the Panama Canal or sail around Cape Horn, with varied weather, winds and seas that can be particularly rough, making this a singularly unusual and exciting cruise . There are also the Amazon River cruises to sample the different and rich eco-systems, the charm of different cultures, and the delightful scenery and beauty of Nature along the way. There are also the Antarctica Explorer cruises for those who want to take the road less traveled and who have a streak of adventure in them .

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