Cruise Ship Guide
Carnival
Best for: Families with kids between the ages of 6 and 15
Locations: Carribean, Bahamas, Mexico, Europe, Bermuda, Alaska, Canada/New England, Greenland/Canada, Hawaii, Panama Canal, Transatlantic, Transpacific, Asia, Australia, Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne Cup, Tasmania, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, South Pacific
Ship Names: Jubilee, Firenze, Venezia, Celebration, Luminosa, Mardi Gras, Radiance, Panorama, Spirit, Horizon, Sunrise, Miracle, Vista, Magic, Breeze, Freedom, Legend, Paradise, Elation, Sunshine, Dream, Glory, Valor, Liberty, Conquest, Pride, Splendor
Price Range: $3700-$1000 *cruises are all-inclusive and are dependent upon location and duration.
Different ship names have different ports/themes so check out where you want to go and what theme the ship may be before booking.
Carnival has great kids' camps. They vary by age but if mom and dad need some alone time or want adult only time this is a great alternative. Kids will make lasting memories and friendships while being under the eye of trained staff. You can pick them up and drop them off as you please.
Royal Carribean
Best for: young adults and couples 18-60. Could be great for honeymoon, elopement, bachelorette parties, and vow renewals.
Locations: Caribbean and Bahamas, Mexico, Alaska, Europe, Asia, South Pacific, North America, Specialty Cruises
Price Range: $800-$7000
*dependent upon duration and location
*has the best deals (has a kids go for free, 30% off, and $650 off state room sale right now)
Must get “The Key” it gives you VIP access to most everything
If your ship has a North Star experience book it
Make sure to book the fancier restaurants ahead of time
**By far my favorite/top choice
Celebrity
Best for: young adults and couples 18-50
Locations: Alaska, Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada and New England, Caribbean, Europe, Galapagos, Hawaii, Mediterranean, Mexico, Panama Canal, Pacific Coast, South America, Transpacific, Transatlantic
Ship Names: Apex, Ascent, Beyond, Constellation, Edge, Eclipse, Equinox, Infinity, Millenium, Reflection, Silhouette, Solstice, Summit, Flora, Xpedition, Xploration.
Price Range: $1000-$14000
-Has some really good deals
-Has locations such as the Galapagos that others do not. Is affiliated with Carnival Cruise Line
Disney
Best for: Families With little kids/toddlers or Disney adults. You get the experience of Disney while on a boat.
Locations: Alaska, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, New Zealand and Australia, Pacific Coast, Panama Canal, South Pacific, Transatlantic
Ship Names: Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, Wish
Price Range: $2000-$8000
*Dependent upon location and duration
*Get the character meet and greets while also being at sea. Disney cruise lines are very magical and are a must do at least once. Whether as an adult or for your little kids the Disney spirit is everywhere.
Princess
Best for: older couples or retired individuals 40+
Locations: Alaska, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Canada and New England, California and Pacific Coast, Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Japan, Mexico, Panama Canal, South America and Antarctica, Tahiti and South Pacific, World Cruises
Ship Names: Caribbean Princess, Coral, Crown, Diamond, Discovery, Emerald, Enchanted, Grand, Island, Majestic, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Sky, Star, Sun
Price Range: $2000-$20,000
*Dependent upon location and duration
Duration
-Most cruises can be anywhere from a 3-day weekend to a 2-week transatlantic adventure.
-3-day cruises are good for you and your significant other trying to get away or to test out if cruising is really for you.
-5-to-7-day cruises are perfect for vacations/those who are used to cruising.
-14+ day cruises I would suggest for European/other country vacations or even a honeymoon cruise.
-The more days you are gone, the more places you will be able to see and experience.
*If you are new to cruising, I would start at a 3 or 4-day cruise, if you have cruised before I would suggest a 5 to 7-day cruise.
*If you have questions or need help booking let's jump on a consultation call. You can book it now :)
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