If you have ever wondered what it is like to go on a cruise, but been uncertain about whether to commit yourself to a cruising holiday without really knowing what to expect, then how about a chance to stick your toe in the water? For example, P&O now do weekend cruises which give you the chance to decide whether a holiday on board ship is for you, and NCL also do a cruise from Southampton to Guernsey which is but a two-night trip. Trying out a short cruise will almost certainly give you some idea of whether going on a longer cruise will be your cup of tea.
Another good form of preparation is The First-Time Cruise Guide by renowned cruise expert Douglas Ward. This book includes reviews of the top 11 cruise lines, ratings of more than 350 ships and is the real insider’s guide to cruises.
For first-timers there is all sorts of stuff that you need to know, like making sure that your flight arrives before noon on the day you sail, or even the day before, to allow for unexpected glitches.
It is well worth doing some research, and putting some thought into which cruise will suit you. For example, some cruises have a fairly formal dress code, so if natty little cocktail dresses or smart suits are not your thing then you might think about going on a cruise where the dress code is a bit more casual, such as Norwegian Cruise Line which is the epitome of cool Scandinavian casual chic.
Although a lot of cruises are advertised as all-inclusive, the meaning of this term does tend to vary, and it is a good idea to check up in advance what this means. Also many cruise ships run a cashless system where drinks and other small items are charged to your card which also functions as your room key.
So, try it out, do the research, and soon you could be booking that perfect cruise.
Another good form of preparation is The First-Time Cruise Guide by renowned cruise expert Douglas Ward. This book includes reviews of the top 11 cruise lines, ratings of more than 350 ships and is the real insider’s guide to cruises.
For first-timers there is all sorts of stuff that you need to know, like making sure that your flight arrives before noon on the day you sail, or even the day before, to allow for unexpected glitches.
It is well worth doing some research, and putting some thought into which cruise will suit you. For example, some cruises have a fairly formal dress code, so if natty little cocktail dresses or smart suits are not your thing then you might think about going on a cruise where the dress code is a bit more casual, such as Norwegian Cruise Line which is the epitome of cool Scandinavian casual chic.
Although a lot of cruises are advertised as all-inclusive, the meaning of this term does tend to vary, and it is a good idea to check up in advance what this means. Also many cruise ships run a cashless system where drinks and other small items are charged to your card which also functions as your room key.
So, try it out, do the research, and soon you could be booking that perfect cruise.
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