One of the things that keeps frequent cruisers coming back again and again, is the incredible variety of destinations that can be visited on a cruise. And while for many, their first cruise is to the sunny and warm tropical islands of the Caribbean, the fact is that there is – literally – an entire world of amazing places that not only *can* be explored on a cruise but may actually be *best* explored on a cruise. Let’s take a look at a few of them today.
Alaska: When it comes to exploring America’s 50th state, many people have an Alaskan cruise on their travel bucket list. Cruising to Alaska allows you to discover the magic and wonder of nature, including prehistoric glaciers, pristine landscapes, and wildlife encounters, as well as exciting ports of call. While a number of cruise lines sail to Alaska, it’s important to keep in mind that due to the weather, the “cruise season” here is much shorter than other destinations. This means that you’ll typically have fewer sailing options – and correspondingly higher prices.
Europe: If Europe is on your travel bucket list, you can experience the culture and history of many European countries on a cruise. Explore Northern Europe from England to Norway, or journey to famous Mediterranean ports of call in Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey. Or consider a river cruise through the heart of Europe, where you can serenely sail down rivers such as the Danube, in the most relaxing way to experience your destinations and ports. For folks looking to explore a region of timeless allure and abundant culture awash with history thousands of years in the making – European cruising is for you!
Asia: Many folks are surprised at the number of fascinating cruise destinations in Asia. Consider Japan for starters – a country of fascinating contrasts – where you can explore the busyness of modern Tokyo, the tranquility of mountain retreats, some of nature’s most incredible volcanoes and lakes, along with a collection of ancient temples. Or the Mekong River, one of Asia’s grandest waterways, fed by Himalayan snow and meandering for 2,700 miles to its mouth in South Vietnam. It flows through six countries and is the lifeblood of countless people, featuring wonderful natural scenery along with stunning variety, from Buddhist temples to busy cities to sleepy riverside villages.
Pacific Islands: If you can’t decide which Hawaiian island you want to visit, what about visiting them all on a Hawaiian island cruise, where you can experience fascinating Polynesian history and traditions, along with some of the world’s most beautiful islands. Or for something more exotic, consider an expedition to the Galapagos Islands, where you can swim with sea lions, marvel at giant tortoises that can weigh over 500 pounds, smile at the antics of penguins, and discover prehistoric-looking iguanas. Many of the animals you’ll see in the Galapagos Islands are endemic to the area, meaning you literally can’t find them anywhere else in the world.
And that’s just the beginning! Did you know you can explore Antarctica on a cruise? Or set sail for the Great Barrier Reef in Australia? You totally can! And if you want to plan a longer transatlantic voyage, you can do that too. What about something truly different like sailing from the east coast of North America to the west coast of North America – through the Panama Canal? Yup, that’s also possible. In fact, if you have a few months to devote to your vacation, you can even sail around the world!
Cruising doesn’t just offer a fun and relaxing onboard experience – a cruise vacation will also take you to amazing and enchanting destinations around the world. All you have to decide is where to go!
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