We all have a dream cruise we can name on the spot. Maybe it’s time to dedicate your free time to making your travel dreams a reality.
Perhaps your ideal vacation is an expedition to Hawaii’s Big Island for an adventurous safari across rugged volcanic terrain. Or an ultra-luxury experience designed for supreme wellness and relaxation. Maybe you want to go whale-watching off the coast of the Pacific.
Whatever you have your heart set on, we have some advice you should follow.
Our Personal Vacation Managers are here with the best tips to help you live your travels dreams.
Tip 1: Get Inspired
The world is full of wonderful places to travel to. Consider keeping an ongoing list of your favorite destinations as you begin saving up for your dream vacation. There are certain factors to consider before booking, like seasonal experiences, cost, distance, and more.
Getting inspired will help you narrow in on the cruise and itinerary that will have you living your travel dreams. For instance, if your dream vacation involves some significant R&R, then perhaps an all-inclusive cruise sailing across still waters to various tropical landscapes is right for you.
Maybe your travel dreams involve being one with nature. A cruise to the Galapagos Islands during their warmer season provides clear underwater visibility for stellar animal photography.
Start by creating a list of the top 5 places you want to visit and why.
Tip 2: Use A Personal Vacation Manager
The start of a new year is always busy and you may have more pressing matters to focus on. Though you could take the time to plan and book a trip yourself, consider enlisting assistance from the industry experts.
Our Personal Vacation Managers® will not only help you find the cruise itinerary perfect for your vacation personality, but they will also help find the best flights and hotels for the most convenient travel. More importantly, they’ll share destination highlights for your upcoming cruise and recommendations catered to your interests. You just won’t find that kind of insight on a travel blog.
Tip 3: Check off the Essentials
Though this part is not as exciting as planning your next big cruise vacation, it is absolutely essential to living your travel dreams.
First, determine the entrance requirements for the country you want to visit. This step should be done once you decide your itinerary but before you book anything. Most countries require a passport, however, there are a few exceptions that require more stringent documentation (some paperwork you need to get well in advance, like a visa).
Knowing the specifics of the countries you plan to visit will make sure your cruise vacation lives up to your wildest dreams.
Tip 4: Get to Know Your Cruise Line
The days of basic onboard amenities are long gone. The best cruise lines have invested greatly in modernizing the experiences offered on their ships. Once you know the destination you want to visit, take some time to explore the cruise lines that sail there, especially if you will be spending multiple days at sea.
Some of our favorites include the Svedka and Inniskillin Ice Bar on the Norwegian Epic — a trendy bar with ice sculptures, frozen stools, and a lighting scene that mimics the northern lights. Royal Caribbean’s North Star observation pod, which sits 300 feet above sea level to give you unparalleled views of the ship and everything around you. And the unlimited in-suite spa treatments offered to guests sailing aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises ultra-luxurious cruise lines.
There are so many more great amenities out there, so do your research! Or, ask our Personal Vacation Managers which cruise line is the right fit for you, based on your interests.
Are You Ready to Live Your Travel Dreams?
If you are ready to live your travel dreams, then don’t hesitate to call our Personal Vacation Managers® at 800-709-9507 today. They will help guide you in the right direction, giving you all of the information and assistance you need to plan a memorable cruise vacation.
