10 reasons to book a cruise now!!!

Reasons to Book a Cruise

I know I am a bit biased because I have fallen in love with cruising and think everyone should try it.

You will either love it or hate it but remember there are many different types of cruise ships out there so if one is not your cup of tea another might be.

There are big ships (allures of the sea has max 6360 passengers, I’m sure I would get lost), small ships (marco polo max 800 passengers), specialist ships like cooking or dancing, adults only, Disney cruise, I have so many more cruise lines to try out yet. There are so many reasons to take a cruise.

For years I was put off going on a cruise by the scare stories

1. I didn’t want to get sick
2. I heard food could be bad, there is no popping to the shops would I starve
3. Would rough seas ruin the trip, there would be no getting off if I didn’t like it
4. I didn’t want to get bored. What if there’s nothing to do you can’t go to another resort like when on a land based holiday
5. It’s so expensive

But in 2015 I tried my first cruise after coming across a great bargain on Iglu. As a solo traveller it is common to get charged double or even more, they say it is because you won’t be spending much on board but these companies should get savvy.

If someone thinks they are getting a bargain they are likely to spend more I personally think I saved money on the cruise I’m gonna treat myself in the bars and shops.

If you are happy to pay a price then go for it. I tend to workout the cost per day, way up transport, hotel and food costs if I were to do myself to see if I think its worth it.

I was still quite weak from chemotherapy so a cruise was ideal as it meant I could go to the places I wanted without the hassle of getting there like airport queues carrying luggage etc.

My main concern though was still getting sick as have such a phobia but I went to GP stocked up on medication and was totally fine I think I got quite good sea legs.

My first cruise was through the Mediterranean leaving from Venice, it was really calm you don’t even know you are moving.

The 2nd was Fjords and it was choppy going over from Harwich and the 3rd was Med again but leaving from Southampton. Due to a storm in the Bay of Biscay, it was very rough but after a few scary moments like falling out of bed and smashed glasses, it was lots of fun.

Though I didn’t think it at the time as being on my own in my cabin at 3am when it was especially rough I was thinking how did Rose get out of the Titanic and was planning my route if it capsized.

Great things about cruising and why you should book a cruise

Reason 1 to Book a Cruise

Wake up in different destinations, don’t have to queue at airports or train stations

Reason 2 to Book a Cruise

Only have to unpack once its so great to not have to live out of a suitcase

Reason 3 to Book a Cruise

Cruise terminal staff so much nicer than airport

Reason 4 to Book a Cruise

Lots of yummy food, I love trying things I wouldn’t normally order

Reason 5 to Book a Cruise

Entertainment, normally a bit of something for everyone

Reason 6 to Book a Cruise

The rocking of the ship sends me to sleep I have the best nights sleep when cruising

Reason 7 to Book a Cruise

Meeting lots of different types of people 

Reason 8 to Book a Cruise

Room steward cleans room I don’t have to

Reason 9 to Book a Cruise

Room service when just want to relax in room

Reason 10 to Book a Cruise

Excursions, when your not sure what to do in port it is all organised for you

So I have given you some reason why you should take a cruise and if you need anymore then check out the links below for some great deals. My personal favourite at the moment is P&O but as I try out more cruise lines this might change as they all offer something unique.

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