Country of great traditions, crossroads of many civilizations, has preserved over the centuries, magnificent treasures of Arab civilization, the glories of kings and emperors, who have followed in the management of power, creating a very varied mix of civilizations and culture.
Land of sharp contrasts natural and cultural, Spain today is without doubt one of the emerging nations in Europe thanks to the strong thrust of acceleration that the eighties have led to both social and cultural as well as to live in ' economy and industry. Spain is a country with many thousands of miles of stunning coastline, countryside parched by the sun, deep gorges and ravines, inaccessible mountains and streams tumultuous ancient villages and modern and vibrant metropolis.
You can then choose between the call of the modern metropolis like Barcelona or Madrid, where the cultural, the vibrant nightlife and the dynamism of its people, well it blends with the tradition and splendor of the historic heritage or that of the ancient towns: Granada, Malaga, Cordoba, Segovia, Toledo, where every corner, every stone has a story to tell, to remember, to live. Do not forget the folkloric aspect: the gypsies of flamenco, bullfighting, the Fiestas, etc.. or gastronomic: the incomparable dishes of different regions with the usual complement of fine wines.
Cities in Spain
MADRID
Founded by the Arabs in the ninth century is today a modern and lively metropolis, with more than three million inhabitants.
And 'the highest capital of Europe, located practically in the geographical center of the Iberian Peninsula in 670 m of altitude, as well as the administrative capital, home to the Royal Household and active industrial center. Focus of cultural life in Spain because of his university and especially its wonderful collections of art, among which the famous Prado Museum, the Archaeological Museum and the Centro de Arte Reina-Sofia, which houses the famous Guernica by Picasso, offers countless references to its visitors.
Its monumental heritage is vast and agglomerates around "Los Austrias", the Puerta del Sol, the Plaza Mayor, one of the most beautiful squares in Spain and the Plaza de la Villa, home of the Palazzo Comunale, both Baroque works of the seventeenth century.
The magnificent Royal Palace, surrounded by gardens now partially open to the public, its picturesque narrow streets clustered around the Plaza Mayor is held the intense nightlife of the capital, became the symbol of the movida, the love of life that animates the Spain of today.
GRANADA
At the foot of the Sierra Nevada, has a truly privileged position, was the seat of the great Muslim kingdom in Spain. At that monarchs should, in fact, the building which is famous throughout the world as "Castillo Rojo," The Alhambra: one of the greatest expressions of Arab civilization. Royal city already receives the Alcazar, large and luxurious Arabian palace. Rich decoration of its rooms adorned with fine marble and decorative inlays and wood, in a succession of rooms and shady gardens with numerous fountains and water features.
Adjacent to the famous Alhambra gardens of the Generalife with countless varieties of flowers, fountains and lakes, all nestled in an oasis of peace with a splendid panorama of the city.
You also notable churches and the old Barrio de Albayzin, the medieval rich corners and lovely streets. Here was born the famous poet Garda Lorca.
BARCELONA
Capital of Catalunya is Spain second city in size and importance, the first for the spirit of initiative and autonomy.
Its port is one of the most important of the Mediterranean.
There are two basic modules: one is the 'Barrio Gotico' with the ancient Cathedral, the Episcopal Palace and the magnificent Palace of the Generalitat, the seat of the Catalan government, the other works of the brilliant architect "modernist" Gaudi: the Tempio Votivo (unfinished) Sagrada Familia, Parque Guell, Palau Güell, Casa Batlló and Casa Milà, and others.
Among the various museums include the Picasso Museum and the Museum of Catalan Art.
Do not miss: A walk on the famous Ramblas, teeming with people and life, Plaza de España with its illuminated fountains, the Pasco de Gracia (shopping mall of the city), the Montjuic park with splendid views over the city and finally the Plaza de Toros "one of the most important of Spain, where from April to October are the bullfights.
Adviceblog to travellers going on cruise and honeymoon tips.
10 Tips For Booking an Accessible Cruise
Whether you are someone who uses a wheelchair or is a slow walker, there are steps you can take to ensure a fun vacation for you and your traveling companions.
· Be clear about what you need. Whether you are dealing with a travel consultant or directly with a cruise line, keep in mind that not everyone has exactly the same needs. A cabin feature that works well for most others may not meet your requirements. You are the best judge to know what works best and you need to relay that information rather than assume what you need is the norm.
· Think about all aspects of the trip. As well as an accessible cabin on an accessible ship, you may need accessible airport and pier transportation, an accessible hotel room before and/or after the cruise and accessible sightseeing options in the ports.
· Consider whether you need adaptive equipment in your cabin to be more comfortable. Some items may be offered by the cruise line while other equipment is available for rent from third party companies. If renting a transfer lift would make mornings and evenings easier for you and your traveling companion, consider adding it to your cruise plans.
· Check the itinerary for "tender" ports. Tendering means the ship will anchor in a bay and use a boat to shuttle guests into the port. Success in tendering depends on the cruise line's policies on allowing and assisting guests who use wheelchairs to tender, the size and weight of your "wheels", and sea conditions.
· Consider riding. If you are a "slow walker" with limitations on how long you can be on your feet in time or distance, consider renting a scooter. If it helps increase your stamina or gives you more flexibility to get around your large ship, it may make your vacation more enjoyable and relaxing.
· Consider downgrading your ride. If you use a scooter or power chair full-time and are able to use a manual wheelchair and perform transfers, you might want to consider bringing or renting a manual wheelchair for ports. Many ports don't have accessible vehicles with ramps or lifts. In those cases, using a manual wheelchair and transferring onto the seat of a car can give you access to more sightseeing.
· Request a table location. Like banquet seating, tables can be a bit close. Request your dining table to be located near an entrance or pathway for ease in navigating to your table.
· Send a report. If your disability involves a chronic medical condition, consider obtaining a brief summary report from your physician. Request that the cruise line send a copy to the ship's infirmary and carry an additional copy for you to have on hand. Ship physicians are hired from around the world so the report should use terms most used worldwide.
· Plug in. If you are traveling with a power chair, scooter, c-pap or other electric equipment, bring a power strip and an extension cord. Most cabins have only one outlet and it's located at the vanity.
· Hire an advocate. That's what you're doing when you book through an agent who specializes in accessible travel. They have dedicated a lot of time and energy into learning about accessibility and have developed rapports with suppliers. They also devote a lot of resources to teaching suppliers about accessibility and in advocating for travelers who have disabilities. A specialist will go to bat for you, saving you time and concern so that you can look forward to your vacation with the same excitement that nondisabled travelers enjoy.
· Be clear about what you need. Whether you are dealing with a travel consultant or directly with a cruise line, keep in mind that not everyone has exactly the same needs. A cabin feature that works well for most others may not meet your requirements. You are the best judge to know what works best and you need to relay that information rather than assume what you need is the norm.
· Think about all aspects of the trip. As well as an accessible cabin on an accessible ship, you may need accessible airport and pier transportation, an accessible hotel room before and/or after the cruise and accessible sightseeing options in the ports.
· Consider whether you need adaptive equipment in your cabin to be more comfortable. Some items may be offered by the cruise line while other equipment is available for rent from third party companies. If renting a transfer lift would make mornings and evenings easier for you and your traveling companion, consider adding it to your cruise plans.
· Check the itinerary for "tender" ports. Tendering means the ship will anchor in a bay and use a boat to shuttle guests into the port. Success in tendering depends on the cruise line's policies on allowing and assisting guests who use wheelchairs to tender, the size and weight of your "wheels", and sea conditions.
· Consider riding. If you are a "slow walker" with limitations on how long you can be on your feet in time or distance, consider renting a scooter. If it helps increase your stamina or gives you more flexibility to get around your large ship, it may make your vacation more enjoyable and relaxing.
· Consider downgrading your ride. If you use a scooter or power chair full-time and are able to use a manual wheelchair and perform transfers, you might want to consider bringing or renting a manual wheelchair for ports. Many ports don't have accessible vehicles with ramps or lifts. In those cases, using a manual wheelchair and transferring onto the seat of a car can give you access to more sightseeing.
· Request a table location. Like banquet seating, tables can be a bit close. Request your dining table to be located near an entrance or pathway for ease in navigating to your table.
· Send a report. If your disability involves a chronic medical condition, consider obtaining a brief summary report from your physician. Request that the cruise line send a copy to the ship's infirmary and carry an additional copy for you to have on hand. Ship physicians are hired from around the world so the report should use terms most used worldwide.
· Plug in. If you are traveling with a power chair, scooter, c-pap or other electric equipment, bring a power strip and an extension cord. Most cabins have only one outlet and it's located at the vanity.
· Hire an advocate. That's what you're doing when you book through an agent who specializes in accessible travel. They have dedicated a lot of time and energy into learning about accessibility and have developed rapports with suppliers. They also devote a lot of resources to teaching suppliers about accessibility and in advocating for travelers who have disabilities. A specialist will go to bat for you, saving you time and concern so that you can look forward to your vacation with the same excitement that nondisabled travelers enjoy.
Cruise Vacation Nightlife
Cruise lines have pioneered a unique concept in vacationing that offers incredible choice, flexibility and variety in all aspects of a shipboard experience and that includes exceptional entertainment. Cruise ships really come to life in the evening, as the show lounges and casinos get hopping.
Music, dancing and shows
Gone are the days of the lone lounge singer dragging a microphone around the dining room trying to get your attention while you dine on your surf and turf. Today's cruise ships feature state-of-the-art facilities and technology, including full-sized theaters and lounges with professional production shows.
Most cruises offer several shows to choose from each night. Guests are treated to full-scale Vegas-style production shows with singers and dancers who dazzle in unbelievable costumes along with captivating pyrotechnics and other special effects. Of course, there are various other acts that can include magicians, comedians, and acrobats to name a few.
Passengers that love to dance will love cruising since it offers dancers of all levels the chance to get out on the floor and enjoy themselves. Onboard discos offer luminescent lights and pulsating sounds that keep energetic passengers dancing until the wee hours of the morning. Throughout the ship various lounges offer musical options from waltzes to country dancing. Dancing skills a bit rusty? No problem. Most cruises offer classes in ballroom, salsa, country and more. Some lines even offer Gentleman Host Programs where women who are traveling alone don't feel left out of the dancing activities. Of course dancing isn't necessary to enjoy all the musical offerings, guests can sit and relax with a favorite beverage while the band plays on.
Other options throughout a cruise voyage include numerous onboard parties, from the invitation-only Captain?s Cocktail Party to themed evening sail away deck parties with cocktails and festive music.
Gaming and More
Passengers that decide to roll the dice will discover that shipboard casinos are bigger and better than ever and offer abundant games of chance. In addition to slot machines in a range of denominations, cruise ship casinos offer roulette, craps, and a variety of card games from blackjack to poker. Bingo tournaments are offered on most cruises and are very popular with guests.
If casino games and Bingo isn't your thing, almost every ship has a card room, which is typically filled up with everything from bridge players to scrabble and backgammon aficionados.
There are also various trivia contests and sports competitions. Poolside games are passenger participation spectacles that include silly, but fun activities. Other onboard games include some variations of old TV favorites, such as the Newlywed Game, American Idol, Name That Tune, and more.
Enrichment Programs
Long a staple on cruise ships, the port lectures have grown to cover a variety of topics as well as demonstrations. In addition to port lectures, topic samplings include health, nutrition, wine, politics, finances, photography, computers, geography and history. Very popular, are the cooking demonstrations (sometimes by world famous chefs) where you get to taste and sometimes participate.
Another popular form of entertainment for many is attending onboard art auctions. Typically, they are held at least a few times during the cruise in a lounge with a live auctioneer. They also discuss various artworks, so these lectures can also be a learning experience.
For the kids
Families with children will find that cruise lines have ample offerings for kids of all ages. Most ships have exclusive areas for little kids, big kids, and teens. Activities are determined by age group and teens often have their own hang out area and disco. In fact, here are so many activities that the kids won't even notice when parents want to get away for a little private romantic time for a candlelight dinner and dancing into the night.
Still, even with all the aforementioned activities, many people's idea of great entertainment is a quiet movie in their stateroom with room service. That's what makes cruising so appealing; guests can choose to do as little or as much as they please.
Music, dancing and shows
Gone are the days of the lone lounge singer dragging a microphone around the dining room trying to get your attention while you dine on your surf and turf. Today's cruise ships feature state-of-the-art facilities and technology, including full-sized theaters and lounges with professional production shows.
Most cruises offer several shows to choose from each night. Guests are treated to full-scale Vegas-style production shows with singers and dancers who dazzle in unbelievable costumes along with captivating pyrotechnics and other special effects. Of course, there are various other acts that can include magicians, comedians, and acrobats to name a few.
Passengers that love to dance will love cruising since it offers dancers of all levels the chance to get out on the floor and enjoy themselves. Onboard discos offer luminescent lights and pulsating sounds that keep energetic passengers dancing until the wee hours of the morning. Throughout the ship various lounges offer musical options from waltzes to country dancing. Dancing skills a bit rusty? No problem. Most cruises offer classes in ballroom, salsa, country and more. Some lines even offer Gentleman Host Programs where women who are traveling alone don't feel left out of the dancing activities. Of course dancing isn't necessary to enjoy all the musical offerings, guests can sit and relax with a favorite beverage while the band plays on.
Other options throughout a cruise voyage include numerous onboard parties, from the invitation-only Captain?s Cocktail Party to themed evening sail away deck parties with cocktails and festive music.
Gaming and More
Passengers that decide to roll the dice will discover that shipboard casinos are bigger and better than ever and offer abundant games of chance. In addition to slot machines in a range of denominations, cruise ship casinos offer roulette, craps, and a variety of card games from blackjack to poker. Bingo tournaments are offered on most cruises and are very popular with guests.
If casino games and Bingo isn't your thing, almost every ship has a card room, which is typically filled up with everything from bridge players to scrabble and backgammon aficionados.
There are also various trivia contests and sports competitions. Poolside games are passenger participation spectacles that include silly, but fun activities. Other onboard games include some variations of old TV favorites, such as the Newlywed Game, American Idol, Name That Tune, and more.
Enrichment Programs
Long a staple on cruise ships, the port lectures have grown to cover a variety of topics as well as demonstrations. In addition to port lectures, topic samplings include health, nutrition, wine, politics, finances, photography, computers, geography and history. Very popular, are the cooking demonstrations (sometimes by world famous chefs) where you get to taste and sometimes participate.
Another popular form of entertainment for many is attending onboard art auctions. Typically, they are held at least a few times during the cruise in a lounge with a live auctioneer. They also discuss various artworks, so these lectures can also be a learning experience.
For the kids
Families with children will find that cruise lines have ample offerings for kids of all ages. Most ships have exclusive areas for little kids, big kids, and teens. Activities are determined by age group and teens often have their own hang out area and disco. In fact, here are so many activities that the kids won't even notice when parents want to get away for a little private romantic time for a candlelight dinner and dancing into the night.
Still, even with all the aforementioned activities, many people's idea of great entertainment is a quiet movie in their stateroom with room service. That's what makes cruising so appealing; guests can choose to do as little or as much as they please.
Cruise Celebrations For Weddings, Anniversaries and Other Milestones
With a little planning, any cruise can be turned into a special event whether it be romantic in nature like a honeymoon, renewal of vows, anniversary or engagement to a lively birthday celebration -- you can do it all on a cruise ship.
Love boats
Cruise lines are aware of the captivating effects that their vessels have on couples. Nearly all offer options in the way of romance or anniversary packages that can be arranged ahead of time through a travel agent or directly with the cruise line.
Packages may include goodies such as a bottle of champagne or wine in the stateroom, flowers, logo robes to keep, couples spa treatments, formal photo portraits, breakfast in bed, or a private dinner on the stateroom balcony.
All couples dream of the perfect wedding and honeymoon and tying the knot on a cruise ship offers the best of both worlds. Best of all a wedding and honeymoon wrapped into one package takes all the worry out of planning. It's important to realize that cruise ship weddings are becoming increasingly popular, therefore, to avoid disappointment it's important to plan as soon as a wedding date is set.
Ceremonial details
Thousands of couples have taken the plunge at sea, often citing the ease and convenience afforded. Cruise line wedding coordinators relieve the anxiety of details such as arranging for a marriage license or finding a clergyman - details that can seem like a tough task to do in unfamiliar surroundings.
The marriage or renewal of vows ceremony can take place onboard the ship in a public space or, on some ships, in a wedding chapel. Shore side locations are also an option, like on a Caribbean beach, in a European villa or on an Alaskan glacier.
Services differ between cruise lines, so it's important to investigate all options before booking a cruise wedding or renewal of vows celebration. Packages can include not only the ceremony but also flowers, photographs, video recording, champagne, wedding cake and music. The majority of newer ships have dedicated wedding chapels. Only two cruise lines, Princess Cruises and Celebrity Cruises, offer the ship's captain as an option to officiate a wedding ceremony. Princess Cruises also offers a live "Wedding Cam" to couples exchanging vows in their onboard chapels; the cameras stream video over the web to family and friends who cannot attend the ceremony.
More reasons to celebrate
Special celebrations need not only be for weddings or renewal of vows. There are birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and job promotions to name a few. Basically anything that makes you feel like celebrating you can do on a cruise ship.Cruise lines offer a variety of unique celebration packages that can make your cruise even more spectacular. Most lines offer amenities like special cakes, a bottle of chilled champagne or wine at your table when you arrive, festive decorations, flowers, and special keepsake photographs.
Celebrating life milestones onboard a cruise ship is a fun and thrilling way to commemorate happy occasions. Add the convenience of having everything all in one place and professionals who take care of your every need - it's no wonder that a cruise ship is the perfect venue for all celebrations.
Love boats
Cruise lines are aware of the captivating effects that their vessels have on couples. Nearly all offer options in the way of romance or anniversary packages that can be arranged ahead of time through a travel agent or directly with the cruise line.
Packages may include goodies such as a bottle of champagne or wine in the stateroom, flowers, logo robes to keep, couples spa treatments, formal photo portraits, breakfast in bed, or a private dinner on the stateroom balcony.
All couples dream of the perfect wedding and honeymoon and tying the knot on a cruise ship offers the best of both worlds. Best of all a wedding and honeymoon wrapped into one package takes all the worry out of planning. It's important to realize that cruise ship weddings are becoming increasingly popular, therefore, to avoid disappointment it's important to plan as soon as a wedding date is set.
Ceremonial details
Thousands of couples have taken the plunge at sea, often citing the ease and convenience afforded. Cruise line wedding coordinators relieve the anxiety of details such as arranging for a marriage license or finding a clergyman - details that can seem like a tough task to do in unfamiliar surroundings.
The marriage or renewal of vows ceremony can take place onboard the ship in a public space or, on some ships, in a wedding chapel. Shore side locations are also an option, like on a Caribbean beach, in a European villa or on an Alaskan glacier.
Services differ between cruise lines, so it's important to investigate all options before booking a cruise wedding or renewal of vows celebration. Packages can include not only the ceremony but also flowers, photographs, video recording, champagne, wedding cake and music. The majority of newer ships have dedicated wedding chapels. Only two cruise lines, Princess Cruises and Celebrity Cruises, offer the ship's captain as an option to officiate a wedding ceremony. Princess Cruises also offers a live "Wedding Cam" to couples exchanging vows in their onboard chapels; the cameras stream video over the web to family and friends who cannot attend the ceremony.
More reasons to celebrate
Special celebrations need not only be for weddings or renewal of vows. There are birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and job promotions to name a few. Basically anything that makes you feel like celebrating you can do on a cruise ship.Cruise lines offer a variety of unique celebration packages that can make your cruise even more spectacular. Most lines offer amenities like special cakes, a bottle of chilled champagne or wine at your table when you arrive, festive decorations, flowers, and special keepsake photographs.
Celebrating life milestones onboard a cruise ship is a fun and thrilling way to commemorate happy occasions. Add the convenience of having everything all in one place and professionals who take care of your every need - it's no wonder that a cruise ship is the perfect venue for all celebrations.
A South American Cruise Experience
South America is a very exotic, mysterious and magical region where feasts for all your senses can be enjoyed. You will see the world in a new perspective with the inexplicable beauty which the region holds, contrasting cities, great archaeological ruins, dense jungles and wonderful landscapes as well as icy fjords that you would never find in another place.
Some of the highlights in a South American Cruise are the tours to Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan where mystical glaciers and fjords lay upon your eyes over the forested coastline. You will know the true meaning of wildlife in abundance as you enjoy the sight of whales, penguins and condors having huge wingspans.
A cruise at the Amazon River is another ride you don't want to miss. Be captivated by the vivid spectacle of images as you continue floating past native villages to a city that is carved into the very heart of the jungle.
You can take pleasure too in the cruise along the coastlines of Chile, Peru and Equador until you reach the misty ruins of Machu Picchu.
On the opposite coast, continue your cruising extravaganza to Brazil and visit the city of Rio de Janeiro which has been given the reputation of being "The Marvelous City". You will never run out of spots to capture in your cameras with their dramatic landmarks such as the Sugarloaf and the statue of Christ facing over the worldwide known beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema.
Whatever you do, Don't dare to miss tasting the delicious flavors of their food and wine as you feel the sensual moves of the samba dance with the traditional music playing on the background. But these are only remarks full of enticing words. Wait until you experience it yourself - get into a South American Cruise with your loved ones and friends and go home filled with fun, fond memories that you'll cherish forever.
Some of the highlights in a South American Cruise are the tours to Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan where mystical glaciers and fjords lay upon your eyes over the forested coastline. You will know the true meaning of wildlife in abundance as you enjoy the sight of whales, penguins and condors having huge wingspans.
A cruise at the Amazon River is another ride you don't want to miss. Be captivated by the vivid spectacle of images as you continue floating past native villages to a city that is carved into the very heart of the jungle.
You can take pleasure too in the cruise along the coastlines of Chile, Peru and Equador until you reach the misty ruins of Machu Picchu.
On the opposite coast, continue your cruising extravaganza to Brazil and visit the city of Rio de Janeiro which has been given the reputation of being "The Marvelous City". You will never run out of spots to capture in your cameras with their dramatic landmarks such as the Sugarloaf and the statue of Christ facing over the worldwide known beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema.
Whatever you do, Don't dare to miss tasting the delicious flavors of their food and wine as you feel the sensual moves of the samba dance with the traditional music playing on the background. But these are only remarks full of enticing words. Wait until you experience it yourself - get into a South American Cruise with your loved ones and friends and go home filled with fun, fond memories that you'll cherish forever.
Fun Things to Do With Your Family on a Disney Cruise Vacation
When embarking on a Disney cruise line vacation with your family most families will not have a shortage of excursions and activities to keep them busy. Even with a slumping economy many travelers are still taking advantage of what Disney has to offer with their cruise lines. Disney cruises continue to be an industry leader in cruise destination choices. Here are some things that you and your family can do when embarking on a Disney cruise vacation whether a destination or on the ship.
1. H2O Splashdown: We all know that many teenagers need their space to do things they enjoy and often times they might not be so excited to be stuck with their parents on a cruise but H20 Splashdown gives them a way to be themselves and just have fun. This exclusive teen pool party will allow your teenager to go and meet other teenagers on the cruise who want to run around and do what teenagers do, have fun. They can take part in poolside games, and hang out while listening to music.
2. Party in Paradise: At the end of the cruise you will have the opportunity to celebrate and hangout with everyone on the ship with all out bash to enjoy one last night on the ship. Finish up your trip by dancing the night away with your new found friends and family.
3. Fitness Center & Spa: For all those parents who might want to go get a massage or get a workout in while their kids might be off running around the ship enjoying themselves there is a fitness center and a spa onboard. Come lift some weights and burn some calories or even get a massage and a facial before you head out for the evening of dancing and dinner.
4. Deck Activities: Some of the deck activities include shuffleboard and ping pong which can keep you and your family busy for hours. These shuffle boards are waxed to perfection and the ping pong tables can keep your kids active and busy for quite some time. With a variety of other deck activities your children and your self will never be bored looking for something to do.
5. Entertainment: Disney cruise line vacations offer a wonderful amount of entertainment on top of all the various activities available to guests. There are a variety of movie theaters available on the ship for viewing either at the pool or traditional theater seating movies. If you want to take your family somewhere away from the sun for a few hours but don't feel like heading back to your room a movie will be a nice relaxing alternative.
1. H2O Splashdown: We all know that many teenagers need their space to do things they enjoy and often times they might not be so excited to be stuck with their parents on a cruise but H20 Splashdown gives them a way to be themselves and just have fun. This exclusive teen pool party will allow your teenager to go and meet other teenagers on the cruise who want to run around and do what teenagers do, have fun. They can take part in poolside games, and hang out while listening to music.
2. Party in Paradise: At the end of the cruise you will have the opportunity to celebrate and hangout with everyone on the ship with all out bash to enjoy one last night on the ship. Finish up your trip by dancing the night away with your new found friends and family.
3. Fitness Center & Spa: For all those parents who might want to go get a massage or get a workout in while their kids might be off running around the ship enjoying themselves there is a fitness center and a spa onboard. Come lift some weights and burn some calories or even get a massage and a facial before you head out for the evening of dancing and dinner.
4. Deck Activities: Some of the deck activities include shuffleboard and ping pong which can keep you and your family busy for hours. These shuffle boards are waxed to perfection and the ping pong tables can keep your kids active and busy for quite some time. With a variety of other deck activities your children and your self will never be bored looking for something to do.
5. Entertainment: Disney cruise line vacations offer a wonderful amount of entertainment on top of all the various activities available to guests. There are a variety of movie theaters available on the ship for viewing either at the pool or traditional theater seating movies. If you want to take your family somewhere away from the sun for a few hours but don't feel like heading back to your room a movie will be a nice relaxing alternative.
Cruise Holidays
People who've never taken a cruise usually have many reasons why they think cruise holidays aren't for them. If you've been talking yourself out of booking a cruise then you should know the truth about some common misconceptions. Hopefully, it will change your mind and you'll take a cruise since it is truly a relaxing and fun vacation.
Cruises are no longer dominated by the elderly and late-middle aged vacationers. Family vacations on cruises are becoming increasingly popular and many of the facilities and activities target younger age groups. There is also an increase in teenagers and 20 something's either traveling with family or without. True, a large amount of passengers will be over 50 since they have the time and funds but it's not as prevalent as it once was.
Some people have heard that everything is on a schedule; meals, activities, etc. So you might think that you're on a floating tour bus but that is not so especially on the large ocean liners. Some meals are served at certain times but most ships have a 24 hour buffet that has a wide variety of food and the dining experience is more casual than it once was so no need to pack a suit or evening gown. Shows and theatre performances are of course on a schedule but there are so many different kinds of activities. There is always something happening so there's no need to stick to a schedule.
Along the same mindset, you might be thinking that there's not enough to keep you busy. That is simply not true since there is so much to do, it would be hard to do everything you want to. There is something for everyone. If you're the sportive type there are bowling alleys, gyms, rock climbing, and some ships even have a driving range so you can work on your golf swing. If you're looking for entertainment then there are plenty of options including movie theatres, cabaret style shows and comedy clubs. Children will be kept busy with activities geared towards their age group and there's always the pool and arcade. Add to all of these activities, the exciting ports of call and you'll never be bored.
Some liken a cruise with being "stuck" on a ship with a bunch of other tourists. True, everyone on the ship is a tourist but that's not necessarily bad. Since everyone is on vacation most are in a relaxed and high spirited mindset. The crew and passengers tend to be friendly and easy going so being "stuck" with other holiday makers is actually a good thing.
Now that some of those misconceptions have been proven wrong there's nothing stopping you from booking your dream holiday at sea!
Cruises are no longer dominated by the elderly and late-middle aged vacationers. Family vacations on cruises are becoming increasingly popular and many of the facilities and activities target younger age groups. There is also an increase in teenagers and 20 something's either traveling with family or without. True, a large amount of passengers will be over 50 since they have the time and funds but it's not as prevalent as it once was.
Some people have heard that everything is on a schedule; meals, activities, etc. So you might think that you're on a floating tour bus but that is not so especially on the large ocean liners. Some meals are served at certain times but most ships have a 24 hour buffet that has a wide variety of food and the dining experience is more casual than it once was so no need to pack a suit or evening gown. Shows and theatre performances are of course on a schedule but there are so many different kinds of activities. There is always something happening so there's no need to stick to a schedule.
Along the same mindset, you might be thinking that there's not enough to keep you busy. That is simply not true since there is so much to do, it would be hard to do everything you want to. There is something for everyone. If you're the sportive type there are bowling alleys, gyms, rock climbing, and some ships even have a driving range so you can work on your golf swing. If you're looking for entertainment then there are plenty of options including movie theatres, cabaret style shows and comedy clubs. Children will be kept busy with activities geared towards their age group and there's always the pool and arcade. Add to all of these activities, the exciting ports of call and you'll never be bored.
Some liken a cruise with being "stuck" on a ship with a bunch of other tourists. True, everyone on the ship is a tourist but that's not necessarily bad. Since everyone is on vacation most are in a relaxed and high spirited mindset. The crew and passengers tend to be friendly and easy going so being "stuck" with other holiday makers is actually a good thing.
Now that some of those misconceptions have been proven wrong there's nothing stopping you from booking your dream holiday at sea!
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