Having been blessed with an opportunity to afford a lifestyle of abundant travel, I would like to share with you what I found to be some major differences between Cruise and Land vacations.
With at least 150 vacation experiences over the past 50+ years, I feel aptly qualified to share with you some hidden benefits of taking a cruise vacation versus land vacations.
Benefit #1.
Cost: Cruising is by far less expensive when you take into account that your per person rate for taking a cruise is all inclusive.
This means your room and food are included in your rate.
The last 7 day cruise we took to the Caribbean, our room rate for a beautiful Balcony cabin was only $1,749 per person.
Total Room & Board expense...
$3,498.
Compare this to what we have paid for a typical 7 day, 6 night vacation at destinations like Florida or the Bahamas.
We only stay at quality hotels and pay on the average $250 per person per night.
Total hotel expense...
6 X $500 + $3,000.
Our daily food budget allows for $450 per day.
That provides $100 for breakfast, $150 for lunch and $200 for dinner.
Total food expense...
$3,150 Automobile rental averages $50 per day.
Total car rental...
350.
This illustrates that our cruise cost of $3,498 vs the $6,500 land vacation is by far the better deal.
Based on this comparison, need I say more? Benefit #2.
Entertainment Land costs for nightly entertainment is out of sight.
Where as, on a cruise ship you will be entertained by top entertainers and broad way shows nightly.
There are tons of activities on board for every age group.
Participate if you wish or just veg out on deck.
I'll never understand why anyone would pay a small fortune to find exciting things to do and be totally beat at the end of the day.
Benefit #3.
Eliminating Stress Unless you enjoy spending hours in an airport or car, land travel is stressful, and a very difficult way to start a vacation.
Benefit #4.
Total Relaxation There is no planning requirements on a cruise.
If you want to relax, you relax.
If you want to play, you play! Many cruises have so many daily activity options that it's almost overwhelming.
The cruise line makes these activities available to every passenger.
However, the decision to partake in the fun is your choice.
On a cruise ship take the attitude, "do as you please" to enjoy the experience.
Benefit #5.
Visit Exotic Places Cruising is not just about relaxing.
It is an incredible easy way to see the world.
There are cruise ships serving almost every vacation destination all around the globe.
Going on a cruise is a great way to visit places you've never been, or experience old favorites with a new twist.
With your good due diligence and the help of the internet and a professional travel agent you will surely find some great Family Discount Cruises.
If you come to the conclusion that I favor cruise vacation, you got me.
I'm guilty as charged.
With at least 150 vacation experiences over the past 50+ years, I feel aptly qualified to share with you some hidden benefits of taking a cruise vacation versus land vacations.
Benefit #1.
Cost: Cruising is by far less expensive when you take into account that your per person rate for taking a cruise is all inclusive.
This means your room and food are included in your rate.
The last 7 day cruise we took to the Caribbean, our room rate for a beautiful Balcony cabin was only $1,749 per person.
Total Room & Board expense...
$3,498.
Compare this to what we have paid for a typical 7 day, 6 night vacation at destinations like Florida or the Bahamas.
We only stay at quality hotels and pay on the average $250 per person per night.
Total hotel expense...
6 X $500 + $3,000.
Our daily food budget allows for $450 per day.
That provides $100 for breakfast, $150 for lunch and $200 for dinner.
Total food expense...
$3,150 Automobile rental averages $50 per day.
Total car rental...
350.
This illustrates that our cruise cost of $3,498 vs the $6,500 land vacation is by far the better deal.
Based on this comparison, need I say more? Benefit #2.
Entertainment Land costs for nightly entertainment is out of sight.
Where as, on a cruise ship you will be entertained by top entertainers and broad way shows nightly.
There are tons of activities on board for every age group.
Participate if you wish or just veg out on deck.
I'll never understand why anyone would pay a small fortune to find exciting things to do and be totally beat at the end of the day.
Benefit #3.
Eliminating Stress Unless you enjoy spending hours in an airport or car, land travel is stressful, and a very difficult way to start a vacation.
Benefit #4.
Total Relaxation There is no planning requirements on a cruise.
If you want to relax, you relax.
If you want to play, you play! Many cruises have so many daily activity options that it's almost overwhelming.
The cruise line makes these activities available to every passenger.
However, the decision to partake in the fun is your choice.
On a cruise ship take the attitude, "do as you please" to enjoy the experience.
Benefit #5.
Visit Exotic Places Cruising is not just about relaxing.
It is an incredible easy way to see the world.
There are cruise ships serving almost every vacation destination all around the globe.
Going on a cruise is a great way to visit places you've never been, or experience old favorites with a new twist.
With your good due diligence and the help of the internet and a professional travel agent you will surely find some great Family Discount Cruises.
If you come to the conclusion that I favor cruise vacation, you got me.
I'm guilty as charged.
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