To Cruise, Or Not To Cruise? That is the question…part 5

Mar 11, 2009

Will I Be Bored?
The greatest thing about cruising is that you can choose to do anything, everything….or nothing at all. There is always a plethora of scheduled and unscheduled activities planned round the clock and the only way to be bored would be to not know how much is actually going on and available.

For intellectual stimulation you can listen to guest speakers, participate in a Bridge tournament or attend a wine lecture. To get your heart pumping play some hoops, a round of miniature golf, take a swim, go rock climbing or visit the ship’s gym, and then reward yourself with a cool one at the sports bar. Speaking of pools, all cruise ships have multiple types of pools including jacuzzis for soaking and lap pools for exercise and kids pools for just plain fun. Some ships even have water slides!
For those itching to spend some money, cruise ships offer exquisite and competitively priced shopping options….or, for those who wish to use their dollars another way, the casinos are always hopping.

Want to be pampered? A full deluxe day spa will help you relax and primp to your heart’s desire. You can participate in a contest, learn a craft, watch a movie, listen to a band, dance in a disco or salsa bar, or take country western dance class. If just doing “nothing” is what you’re all about simply grab a book and get a tan. Remember too, that being out in the open seas under the stars can be one of the most romantic experiences imaginable. The Love Boat wasn’t just a television show; it was a concept that still thrives today.

Remember also, you’re not on the ship all the time — in addition to all the wonderful things to do on the ship, you’ll have days off the ship to go exploring and sightseeing.

Cruising CAN be for everyone. If you’ve ever heard someone say ‘cruising’s not for me’, its probably because they haven’t been on a cruise…or at least not in the past 7 or 8 years.
As the commercial says, “Its like no vacation on earth”.