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5 reasons a cruise should be on your bucket list
Choose a cruise in 2022Credit: Carnival Cruise Line
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The lack of excitement over the past two years have challenged everyone, and we all dream of travelling somewhere exciting, and getting away from the daily grind.
If you're ready to book a holiday once more but aren't sure what kind, consider a cruise.
On a cruise holiday, you'll rediscover all the things you've been missing about travel: new scenes, new activities, new friends, never having to think about household chores and a whole lot of fun.
Here are five reasons to choose a cruise this year.
Making it easy
We all love travel, but who enjoys the nitty-gritty of getting from A to B (and all the way to Z) on frustrating and time-consuming long drives or grimy train journeys? On a cruise you fall asleep in one fabulous destination and, as if by magic, wake up next morning in another.
Imagine a holiday on which you only unpack once, never have to find somewhere to eat, and never need to worry whether your hotel room will be up to scratch. What's more, many cruise ports are a walk from downtown attractions. When exploring further afield, convenient shore excursions ensure you won't have to bother about a thing. Now that's what you call a proper holiday.
Indulge in fuss-free holiday.Credit: Carnival Cruise Line
Interesting itineraries
Don't imagine cruising is a cookie-cutter experience. Each cruise line is different, and some cruise companies such as Carnival Cruise Line has itineraries for every kind of traveller. If you want tropical relaxation, sun and water sports then consider Queensland destinations including Airlie Beach and the Great Barrier Reef, the South Pacific or the multicultural islands of the Caribbean, where the food is spicy, the music funky and the weather always warm.
Have a sense of adventure? Then cruise into the volcanic landscapes and vibrant cultures of Papua New Guinea, or down the icebound coastline of Alaska, both among exciting options in bold and remote landscapes.
Family fun in the South PacificCredit: Carnival Cruise Line
Good value
Arguably the greatest thing about a cruise is value for money, and you can bag even better bargains by booking well in advance.
With a cruise you know your upfront cost, and that accommodation and all main meals on board are covered. But cruising is even better value when you consider you have complimentary access to facilities such as swimming pools, waterparks, spas, gyms and sports facilities. Not to mention endless entertainment such as theatre shows, live music and movies.
Another thing you'll save? Endless headaches, travel energy and organisational time. Just let the cruise line do all the work.
Great variety
Remember those family holidays in which everyone played Monopoly around the table whether they wanted to or not? On board a Carnival ship there's so much choice that every generation of the family will be happy. Think multiple dining options like 24/7 pizza and ice cream, Mexican, Japanese and Indian cuisine; Broadway-style shows; water slides; wellness centres; swimming pools; sports bars; mini-golf; arts and crafts classes; and so much more.
The children will never have a dull moment thanks to the free kids' clubs and activities. Adults can have their own downtime over a cocktail or in the Serenity Adults Only Retreat. You can enjoy high-octane entertainment one evening, a quiet nook to watch the sunset another, and jump into the nightlife on a third.
Delicious dining delights await onboard.Credit: Carnival Cruise Line
Changing destinations
Another reason nobody is ever bored on a cruise is that you sail into different destinations almost every day. It's about the excitement of new places, getting off to explore, and about being able to make full use of the day without needing to change hotel rooms or find food.
Some of the world's most spectacular destinations are showcased better from a cruise ship than on land, whether you're on the lagoons of the South Pacific or admiring breathtaking Fiordland in New Zealand.
And every day brings another adventure, whether you're plunging into the sapphire waters of the Great Barrier Reef or exploring the streets of Hobart. The world is waiting, and a ship will take you there.
Set sail to you dream destination.Credit: Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line is the World's Most Popular Cruise Line®. To discover what all the fun is about, visit carnival.com.au
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