INCLUDED IN A CRUISE PACKAGE

For most of us, we like to know what something is going to cost so we can budget our resources.  That is true with cruising and that was a big reason that cruise packages have become so popular.  On a cruise vacation your room, food, entertainment and daily onboard activities are usually included in your cruise package.   On most cruise lines, liquors, bingo, photographs and shopping are not included in your cruise package. 

When you first look at a cruise package and the price, you may think that a cruise is more expensive than a typical land vacation. Well, depending on the length of the voyage, cruise itinerary, cruiseline, single or double per cabin, cruise package prices can range from as low as a couple hundred to as high as many thousand dollars for the luxury or world cruise packages.


What should be included in the price of our cruise?

• most pool activities

• pool towels

• pool chairs

• travel between ports of call

• use of shipboard facilities - pools, whirlpools, fitness centers, and limited sporting equipment

• nightly entertainment

• exercise room

• dining at main restaurants, casual restaurants, and showcase buffets, pizza kitchen

• midnight buffets

• room service for food

• onboard games and activities such as trivia contests, lectures, and group competitions

If you took each individual item of a cruise and compared it to a typical land vacation, you may find that the cruise is comparable or a better value for your money.  Compare and see.  When taking a cruise package, the cruise allows you to see several different ports, even different countries, without needing to pack and unpack several times. You will not be rushed or held hostage by the airlines hoping on and off planes to see different destinations.

Most families will take their children with them on cruises because of the closed environment.  Depending on the age, most children can feel comfortable doing different activities onboard with only moderate parental supervision.   Several ships provide children’s programs for younger guests with many different types of activities geared toward different their individual age groups.

What's NOT included in the price of our cruise? 

• shore excursions

• gambling and casino games

• liquors on premium lines

• carbonated drinks-can buy drink cards

• exclusive dining options

• photographs

• onboard store supplies

• souvenirs

• gratuities and tips for service help

• spa treatments, massages, etc.

• bingo cards

• special fitness classes

When you board the cruise ship you will give the purser a copy of your credit card or a cash deposit.  This deposit will cover and pay for any extra charges that you incur on the ship.  Not everyone will spend any additional monies.   If you do not spend the money, you will not be charged any extra except what you paid for your original cruise package.  Cruise packages are a great value for families and friends.  Contact us today so we can start on your cruise package.