WHY WE LOVE TO CRUISE
We love to cruise - it’s convenient, great for multi-generational traveling, and we believe that it can save you more money in the long run! If you've never been on a cruise before, you might be wondering why anyone would want to cruise when you can explore a whole region during your trip. We love to travel on land and also cruise, and here’s why we love cruising!
First off, cruises are super convenient. Everything you need is right there on the ship, so you don't have to worry about coordinating travel, accommodation, meals, and activities. It's all taken care of for you. Plus, with a wide variety of destinations, excursions, and cruise activities to choose from, you're sure to find something that everyone in your group will love.
Cruises can be really affordable vacations too, especially since they include all meals, accommodations, activities, and entertainment in the price. You can be lounging by the pool, going to one of their nightly shows, or enjoying a romantic dinner for two — there are infinite ways to spend quality time together on a cruise.
But the best part about cruises is the opportunity to visit multiple destinations in one trip. Imagine waking up in a new place every day, with no packing or unpacking required, and you can sample all that city has to offer! We like to “sample” new locations on cruises before visiting again for a much longer, more immersive trip.
So if you're on the fence about whether or not to take a cruise, we highly recommend giving it a try. We think you'll fall in love with everything a cruise has to offer, just like we have. Happy sailing!
Pros & Cons of Cruising
Pros & Cons of Excursions
OUR CRUISE ADVENTURES
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Royal Caribbean 7 Night Western Mediterranean Sea
July 2017 in Italy, France, and Spain
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Greece & Croatia
Royal Caribbean, Early June 2023
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Norway
Royal Caribbean, Late June 2023
Convenient. Fun. Accessible.
Why We Cruise
Both Joe and I have been cruising with our own families for many years. Despite all our mutli-generational personalities and interests, cruises offer various experiences + excursion options that can suit anyone. We also really enjoyed cruising with our families because it is a convenient, enjoyable, and even educational vacation option. I’m sure our parents appreciated the convenience of having all meals, entertainment, and transportation between destinations included in the price of the cruise as well! I remember making so many friends in the teenager clubs, trying new cuisines, and learning about different languages from people all over the world. In fact, in addition to my exchange programs in high school, cruising was my first real encounter with kids my age in different countries experiencing a totally different way of life. We went on a cruise for my 21st birthday, and I ended up dancing with my 88-year-old great-aunt until midnight - it was epic!
Overall, cruising allows you to relax and unwind with your family while also having new and exciting experiences. Whenever Joe and I have kids, we plan on cruising more often for vacations, because frankly - we love the convenience and experience!
That’s me in Dubrovnik, Croatia on my first European cruise at 16 years old!
CRUISES WE WOULD LOVE TO EXPERIENCE
CRUISES WE WOULD LOVE TO EXPERIENCE
If you haven’t cruised before, start with a shorter one like this Caribbean cruise, or this alternative.
Dates will vary the prices, but hopefully, this will be a great start for your next cruising vacation.
Greece & Adriatic Sea Cruise
Royal Caribbean, 7 Nights
between $791/pp - $990/pp
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Mykonos, Greece
Chania (Souda), Crete
Zakynthos, Greece
Corfu, Greece
Kotor, Montenegro
Venice (Ravenna), Italy
Alaskan Mountain & Glacier Cruise
Royal Caribbean, 12 Nights
Joe’s parents did this and highly recommend it!
Average $1800/pp
Vancouver, British Columbia
Juneau, Alaska
Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Sitka, Alaska
Skagway, Alaska
Hubbard Glacier (Cruising), Alaska
Seward, Alaska
Seward, Alaska / Alyeska
Alyeska, Alaska / Anchorage
Denali, Alaska
Hiking in Denali, Alaska
Talkeetna, Alaska / Anchorage
Anchorage, Alaska
Southern Caribbean
Royal Caribbean, 7 Nights
Approx. $350/pp - 550/pp
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Castries, St. Lucia
Bridgetown, Barbados
Basseterre, St. Kitts
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Tokyo to Singapore
Royal Caribbean, 12 Nights
Approx. $1985/pp
Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan
Shimizu, Japan
Kyoto (Osaka), Japan
Kagoshima, Japan
Manila, Philippines
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh (Phu My), Vietnam
Singapore, Singapore
Arctic Circle Cruise
Royal Caribbean, 13 Nights
Approx. $1470/pp
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Geiranger, Norway
Molde, Norway
Honningsvag, Norway
Tromso, Norway
Arctic Circle (Cruising), Norway
Flam, Norway
Alesund, Norway
Olden, Norway
Bergen, Norway
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cabo, Vallarta & Mazatlan Cruise
Royal Caribbean, 7 Night
Approx. $550/pp - $750
Los Angeles, California
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Mazatlan, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Los Angeles, California