Cruises with children: frequently asked questions and tips
We detail some proposals of the companies to travel with children. Whichever you choose, I can assure you that it will be an unforgettable experience.
We detail some proposals of the companies to travel with children. Whichever you choose, I can assure you that it will be an unforgettable experience.
It is your first day of cruising and there are sure to be a lot of nerves, a lot of spaces to investigate and a lot of questions. We help you solve all of them.
Most companies do not let us travel with our dog, or with our pet, but there are always exceptions and even take them on a luxury cruise!
With at least the price of your cruise, you have the right to accommodation, meals and the facilities and shows of the cruise, but it is much more ...
To pay or not to pay for the beverage package? that is the question and I do it when do I pay it? And of all the packages, which one do I choose? We solve your doubts
So you have finally decided, or you have decided to go on a cruise, from now on I want to congratulate you, it is an excellent way to travel and I will tell you almost all the tips and details so that you can choose the best cabin according to your needs. . With children, as a couple, alone, travel as you travel there is always a cabin to suit you, and you also have the option of the doodle cabin.
I started looking for games and applications about ships and cruises, and the truth is that I found more than one, like Tom's Cruise.
In this article we will see what clothes to wear to the Norwegian fjords, depending on the time and month of the year, be it winter or summer.
The El Corte Inglés Travel Cruise Week is in force with its discounts and incredible prices until the end of February. Can you really resist?
Among the cruises you will find many classified "luxury", either by their destination, the ship, the shipping company ... and some for everything. Keep reading.
You will have seen cruise with the announcement of free children, but what does this mean and up to what age you can travel without paying the passage. I'll tell you about it right away.
Booking on a cruise is enjoying the facilities, accommodation, meals in the main dining room, and participating in activities.
To reserve your cabin, in addition to choosing the decks well, make sure if you are in the bow or stern, because one side is not the same as the other side.
If on a stopover you decide to do a free excursion, you will be designing it more to suit you, improvising and entertaining yourself in everything that arises.
A guaranteed cabin, GTY in English, is a cabin of the modality you have chosen, but assigned by the shipping company. You don't choose it.
I'll give you some information that can help you when it comes to selecting the best cabin for everyone, and that the family enjoy 100% of their best cruise.
Here are some ideas to help you get discounts on your next trip, such as loyalty cards, advance purchase, coupons ... and more details.
I'm going to explain exactly what your passage covers you on the subject of drinks, which is usually the most confusing. Many shipping companies offer you packages of water and juices, which may be more profitable than the all-inclusive itself, and others do not give you this option.
December fits for many in a break of the year, in which after a few months of work activity it is good to take a break, and what better way to do it than on board an excellent ship? Also with Christmas on top it is an opportunity to celebrate them as a family, but without stress.
November is a good month to find very cheap cruises, that is what the OCU says, to travel and to book them. It is also an excellent month to go to the United Arab Emirates, and the inaugural moment of the Costa Smeralda.
If you move on the Internet, many search engines will appear that will help you locate your dream cruise by price, date and itinerary. There are specialized or exclusive servers for cruises or online travel agencies that dedicate a tab for cruises.
If you are thinking of going on a cruise in September, I recommend that you find out if your destination is in high or low season, to know if it is going to be very crowded or what prices you are going to find. Here I give you some tips and destinations.
I'd like to give you some tips for your first cruise, like flying the day before the ship's departure, so you make sure you don't miss it. Check the weather forecast, the documents you need to bring and above all, don't miss the safety meeting!
It is time to start preparing your Christmas cruise 2018, because at this moment you will be able to choose with very good prices and the cabin that interests you the most. Cruises on the rivers of Central Europe, the Mediterranean, the Caribbean or Argentina and Uruguay are some of the proposals.
I want to give you some advice when choosing your cabin, especially if you are a person who does not like to walk or has mobility problems, although taking into account the large number of services, and activities that there are to do, the most sure is that you only go to the cabin to sleep.
Today I want to emphasize how to make the photos look as good as possible with your mobile and your friends and family will die of envy when they see your happy face ... and that is, spending a vacation on board a boat is one of the better things that can happen.
I am going to give you some suggestions so that you can choose a cruise and everything is perfect, especially if it is the first time you travel, and that you also want to repeat, since more than 70 percent of the people who try it in this medium want to return to repeat.
If you are thinking of a summer cruise, but without many people and outside the most commercial circuits, here are some ideas Alaska, Canada, Northern Europe, Iceland ... they could be your next port.
The sea is one of the areas where it is most difficult to get an Internet connection of any kind, and most of the time you have to use a satellite connection, so shipping companies offer you different ways to have Wi-Fi on your phone and other gadgets.
You will be surprised by the amount of sports that you can practice on board the modern boats, from the classic basketball, or tennis, to climbing, ice skating or much more ... and there are also thematic cruises in which you can live with your idols.
Here are some tips to avoid seasickness on the high seas, or when getting off the ship, since it is also common to suffer some kind of imbalance when leaving the ship, especially if you are cruising on a sailboat. But above all, do not suggest yourself thinking that you are going to get dizzy, it does not happen to everyone!
I give you some recommendations so that you can choose the cabin that best suits your needs or those of your family, depending on the location you have on the ship, near the elevators, the decks ... It is also important to consider if you tides or not, to choose the most suitable one.
So that you do not forget the essential things on your cruise, I recommend that you make a list with them, documentation you need, tickets, passport (better if it is more than 6 months old) medical treatment, contact persons, credit card ...
The honeymoon trip is only done once, and just like the wedding it becomes an experience, in which everything must be perfect, only that it is lived with much less stress. Here are some ideas and cruises to start your life together aboard a unique experience.
A tourist cruise is a trip, aboard a floating hotel, almost always of the 5-star category, in which you visit different destinations ... but this is not all, because you will also find many services, more than you imagine.
Surely you have ever wondered what are the best destinations for your cruise, I will not tire of saying it, that depends on each person and what they are looking for when enjoying their vacations ... but here are some ideas.
More and more Spanish families choose a cruise for their vacations, according to a CLIA report, the number of children under 12 years old on board increased by 5,2% compared to the previous year ... these are some of the advantages of traveling in family.
If you think that South America is just the sun, you are wrong, or wrong, because among its landscapes you will also find spectacular glaciers, jungles and historic cities, so let yourself be carried away by its seas and follow our advice when embarking on that destination.
Actually on board you will not lack activities, and I mean those organized by the entertainment team, which are usually for the whole family, and not only the possibility of using all the ship's facilities.
These are some of the advantages of booking your excursions with the same company you travel with, that you can decide to do it at the time you choose your cruise, the months before or once you are already on board, so find out well and! go for them!
The high season for Mediterranean cruises is starting right now, from the end of April to the middle of October, and I want to give you some advice on clothes or other things that you can put in your suitcase ... and enjoy the sea, the sun and the culture!
The cruises do not accept payment in cash, the only place on the ship that I know that does is the casino, but the way in which all the charges for your purchases, tips and others are made is through a card credit associated with your bank account.
Once you are on the cruise, what is the best option, within the all-inclusive, the buffets or the specialty restaurants? Personally I think they are not exclusive options, and you can enjoy both on your trip. Each has its advantage.
One of the main advantages of holding your business event on a cruise ship is comfort, you don't have to be moving from one place to another. All the ship's services are at your fingertips: gastronomy, work meetings, shows, gym, relaxation ... you have it all.
If it is the company that permanently suspends the cruise, then they will refund all the money you have given in your reservation, including the flights, if you have them. If the cancellation is on your part, then it will depend on the time with which you notify, but there will be a penalty.
I will try to give you some information about which can be the best cruises for this 2018, taking into account the ships, which I am inclined to be because they are the newest, even if this means the largest, the destination and the shipping company.
Eliminate your prejudices when embarking on a singles cruise, it is no longer so much about looking for a partner, but about feeling comfortable or comfortable doing activities with people with whom you share your singleness and who in turn want to meet other people.
You know you want to go on a cruise, you have the dates and even the itinerary in mind, but what to do, do you decide on an early booking, well in advance, or do you wait until the last minute in case prices drop? Both options have their advantages and disadvantages. I will explain some to you.
If you're going to cruise through Asia, these general tips will come in handy, but beware! Because it is not the same to visit traditional China to more advanced Japan, or to navigate and enjoy the landscapes of Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. And now to Asia!
Describing a dream cruise is very difficult, each one plans and lives a different one, from traveling the rivers of Europe to the untamed beauty of Patagonia, but whatever it is, I will give you some tips to make your cruise truly dreamlike.
Until March 5 you have to take advantage of the El Corte Inglés Cruise Week, where you can book for 60 euros, defer your payments for 3 months and get up to 10% of your trip as a gift card, what are you waiting for?
I want to give you clues about words, codes or actions that can lead you to think that the crew is in full action, this does not mean that something serious is happening, such as 30-30 to request maintenance of an area.
German environmentalists are accusing cruise companies of causing the proliferation of microalgae, which supposes the super-fertilization of the seas.
Who has not had the fantasy of spending the end of the year in New York? Times Square, fireworks, party, and everything on board a boat ... happy 2018!
In brief brushstrokes I will tell you the functions and working conditions that the security teams have on board the ships. They are essential.
CLIA Cruise Market Trends 2018 Discusses Democratization of Pricing, the Environment, and Multigenerational Travel
If you have chosen to spend New Year's Eve on a cruise, it is a fantastic choice, you are going to have a lot of fun, you will know other ways to celebrate, and wonderful people ...
Now may be a good time to apply for a job in anticipation of spring and the upcoming cruise season. I give you all the clues.
In cruise companies there is not exactly the concept of low cost, but you can find cruises at excellent prices with the same benefits.
Are the elderly the eternal travelers? Well it seems that according to the data shuffled by the shipping companies it could be that yes.
These tips will be very useful when it comes to packing your suitcase and knowing what clothes to wear. The first thing is to read what kind of label the company has.
Nobody wants to have a bad experience on a cruise, not on a cruise ship or ever, but sometimes it happens, and ...
Are there doctors on a cruise ship? Ships with more than 100 crew members on an international voyage, lasting three or more days, must have medical service.
The Chef's Table is the ultimate in cruises, in which a group enjoys a luxurious dinner overlooking the kitchen. Not to lose a detail!
As the blind you are used to enjoying pleasures with the rest of your senses, and we propose this to you on board a cruise.
If Halloween catches you on the high seas, you will sail in a real ghost ship, so that you do not clash on that night, here are some very easy ideas.
A report by the ONCE concludes that there is a "mismatch" between the perception of accessibility in the tourism sector and what is accessible for the disabled.
Norwegian Cruise takes into account those who do not want to share their cabin, they are those who want exactly that, to travel alone and have their own space.
Travel agencies give prices, excursions or specific activities for people over 55 or 65, depending on the shipping company, especially out of season.
To pack a suitcase for a cruise, it seems obvious to know how many days you are going to be there and what the weather will be like. And from there we start packing.
Some websites have launched their discount codes for this summer and that taking a cruise becomes a bargain, are you going to stay out of this?
The shows are one of the factors to take into account when choosing a cruise, so that it is clear to you, I present some of these novelties.
Traveling on a cruise is very safe, because beyond the measures that the CLIA requires, companies have their own safety criteria.
If you do a cruise that passes through international waters, then you are in luck, because your purchases are tax exempt, all products!
Before a cancellation you have the right to claim, as a consumer it is your main right, from there many details are in the small print.
Celebrating a wedding ceremony on board a ship is already a luxury within the reach of many, and not only the first wedding, but you can also renew your vows.
Barcelona is the most important port in the Mediterranean, and the city deserves more than one day, but if this is the time, try to take advantage of it!
If you are thinking of working on a cruise ship, this article can guide you on the salary you will receive, depending on whether you add tips or not.
If you are looking for Crewman and Cruise Passage Care (TAC) courses, the Maritime School of the Castellón Chamber of Commerce will start one soon.
The Royal Caribbean shipping company increases the safety of its cruise passengers by incorporating, within four months, certified lifeguards throughout its fleet.
If you want to know which are the best cruises for 2017, I will start by telling you which are the best ships to do these trips and then you decide ...
If you make a stopover in Civitavecchia, the port of Rome will be about 80 km from the city, so you can stay there or pay a visit to the eternal city.
Series of articles dedicated to the shipping companies that offer the best cruises, such as Aida, Carnival Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Club Med or Costa Cruises.
If you want to go on a student cruise and you don't know how, we will show you how it works and the best agencies to hire your graduate cruise
The same cruise has different prices according to the cabins that are offered to you, here I give you the keys so that you have the characteristics of each one.
According to the CLIA annual report on the State of the Cruise Industry, these are some of the trends for this year 2017.
On a cruise you can travel alone or alone, with friends, as a couple, with someone who makes you forget your partner, your family and even your professional colleagues ...
The cruise sector has its own specialized magazines, with their digital version, in addition to paper. The best reputable ones are in English.
You have asked me about cancellation insurance, if it is convenient not to do it, I think so, and now I will give you some arguments about its convenience.
Going on a cruise is the ideal option to enjoy relaxation and, finally! being able to be together after all the stress of wedding preparations.
The sanitary regulations on cruise ships are very strict, they are global in scope both for sanitation on the high seas and for ships in port.
Booking a cruise online or in an agency depends on how comfortable you feel, the security of the transactions, and the time you have.
Have you ever wondered how many people can fit in a cabin? Cruise ships have standardized their comfort can be for 2, 3, 4 and even 5 people.
The Caribbean is the great bet of the shipping companies for next year, with new itineraries, and for all audiences. I pass you all the information.
Split is one of the most beautiful cities in Croatia, in the south of the country, right in the Adriatic Sea. Its port is an essential stop on all cruises.
I give you some clues about cruise companies, so that you can choose the one that best suits your tastes and interests, so you won't be wrong.
On a cruise we want everything, destination, luxury, services, gastronomy, entertainment, good weather ... I give you a couple of items so you can have it.
Valletta is the capital of Malta, its port is located in a modern and commercial area, and you can reach the city center very easily.
I propose a series of Internet search engines for you to compare the best cruise prices on the web. Take a look at it.
Leaving the car safe if you travel is not a problem, because almost all ports have parking service, with a transfer to the terminal of your cruise ship.
The big companies are offering different excursions in the same port, in case you have already visited it, in each visit you can do whatever you want,
To know what you need if you want to be a captain, it is easy: many years of experience, a solid training and above all nerves of steel.
The most important thing when choosing clothes for a cruise is to know what type of trip you are going to do, it is not the same to go as a family, than to travel with singles.
There are different options for cruise tips, in general, the trip tip will be included on your expense card, but there are exceptions.
Marseille is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful stopovers in the Mediterranean. There is no cruise that is provided that does not pass, at least one day in the French city.
Book your cruise now is the early booking campaign in which you can save up to 70% on the base rate. You can do it until October 31.
I'll give you some ideas so you can plan your 2017 cruise now that autumn has arrived, the shipping companies are starting to launch their news.
I tell you some little tricks, all common sense, that can make your cruise much more enjoyable, they are those details that make life easier for us.
I tell you more than one application that will help you choose the ship, the itinerary, and even the excursions you want during your cruise, download it!
August and September is the tropical storm season, so shipping companies sometimes change their itineraries to avoid these atmospheric phenomena.
If you have not gone on vacation yet, you are lucky, you are in the best time to catch the last minute offers, the bargains that we are waiting for so many.
After the news of a fire on a cruise ship in San Juan, I wanted to give you some tips and advice so that you know how to react to a fire on board.
Costa Cruises through the MyCosta website, as they have translated MyCruise, allows you to fully customize your trip up to 4 days before boarding,
If you are traveling on a cruise ship, I recommend that you take out travel insurance as a supplement, so that in the event of any unforeseen event you will breathe easier.
Safety in one of the points that is most valued when embarking, hence the shipping companies dedicate specific training for their workers.
Here are some tips to protect your skin on your cruise, when the sun, the iodine from the sea, the wind will try to wreak havoc on it.
When it comes to packing, it is about putting a bit of common sense, remember that even if you don't want to, you will return with more than what you embark on.
Gift cards are used to make a surprise trip or to enjoy services within the cruise that you already have contracted.
CostaClub is the Costa Cruises club for those who have already spent their vacations on one of their cruises, and now also for those who never did.
One reason the norovirus virus is associated with cruise ships is simply because it is reported, there is an obligation to report any outbreak.
Crown & Anchor Society, is the club with which Royal Caribbean recognizes its most loyal customers, with exclusive prices, promotions and services.
There are many people who when their holidays approach (or when there is still time but they are far-sighted people), they think ...
I will tell you what the international regulations are in terms of Health Regulations so that you are calmer in terms of health when embarking.
If you want to work on cruise ships, you need specific training and experience. We tell you the requirements so that you can work on a cruise ship.
If you are diabetic you should take more care of your diet on a cruise, where the amount and variety of tasty dishes can make you fall into temptation.
Due to the Zika alert, pregnant women are being recommended not to travel to countries at risk, shipping companies have already taken measures on their trips.
If we talk about a group trip, we are not referring to a thematic trip, but a family trip, sports team, company ... and the best thing is to have everything organized.
Viajes El Corte Inglés has its Cruise Week campaign running until February 17, with important advantages and discounts on more than 1000 itineraries.
Making a good choice also depends on the nationality of the shipping company with which we decide to travel, because we will know what type of service we are going to have.
It is good to know what the language is on board a ship, and the national language of the shipping company, and to recognize how they understand us in English, which will be the international one.
I'm going to give you some tips and tricks so you don't get lost on board a cruise ship trying to find your cabin, and that's something that has happened to all of us.
Traveling in a family group is a good option when deciding on a cruise, and the shipping companies know this, which is why they offer very interesting discounts.
The proverb says that a sinful person is worth two, well, on a cruise it is also good to take precautions such as checking the life preserver upon arrival.
If we talk about cruises for singles, we think of those designed to find a partner, but the trend now is So-Sos, short for Lonely Singles.
We can tell you what are the requirements that most shipping companies ask for and different pages and portals you can find a wide range of jobs.
En absolutcruceros We tell you everything you need to know when traveling on a cruise, and we also give you some advice and tips before leaving the dock.
We have already talked about the update, a frequent practice in which companies offer a cabin change, and you travel in a category higher than the one you reserved.
You may be lucky and when you get to boarding, the shipping company will upgrade your cabin category and accommodate you in a higher level than the one you booked.
If you are pregnant and have your next cruise vacation planned, I am going to give you some tips to enjoy a safe and comfortable trip on board.
Between California and Japan there is what is called a large island of garbage, without solidity, but rather like a thick soup, floating from one place to another in the ocean.
For Americans who want to travel by boat outside the Caribbean and the country's territorial waters, there are some basic questions you should know.
Recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention when starting a boat trip, so you can enjoy 100% of it.
Tips to avoid mobile cost overruns on a cruise, one of them is obvious: turn off the mobile, or activate airplane mode and deactivate roaming.
We answer the most frequently asked questions when applying for a job in the cruise industry, which offers a wide variety of tasks and positions.
I have already talked about how to pay on board a cruise, in general, but this time I will do it in more detail about how to do it on a Costa Cruises ship.
To avoid out-of-budget expenses that can give you a headache when you go ashore, here are a few tips from the Huffington Post list.
Tips are almost 100% a general rule, mandatory, on cruise ships, they are part of the staff salary and the so-called "service".
An article to find out in what currency you can pay the expenses you have inside the ship and another, those expenses you make during shore excursions.
There are three types of "night" on board: casual, semi-formal and formal and in the latter they will ask for a tuxedo, but don't worry, because you can rent it on board.
Seniors find many advantages to a cruise: service, food, ease of movement, itineraries, and all-inclusive comfort.
The commitment of shipping companies to the safety of the millions of passengers and crew who sail with them is undeniable and they are always in continuous improvement.
Do not think that everything is rosy when it comes to working on a cruise ship, we will tell you some of the disadvantages of doing it, but do not be discouraged!
If you care about your health, or you are very apprehensive, and you are going to do an international cruise, we recommend that you take into account the quality of the ship's medical services.
According to international standards, an emergency drill must be carried out on the first day of boarding, mandatory for all ships and passengers.
There are common sense tips that must be taken into account when traveling by boat, how to take care of food, or be careful with strangers.
One of the most common doubts of people who go on vacation to a cruise is what to put in the suitcase, the short answer is: the most versatile and comfortable.
I propose a classification of how the cruises are according to their duration, which can be a good piece of information when it comes to finding trips at the best prices.
If in the case you had to file a claim with a shipping company, in this article we give you some clues on how you should do it and who to contact.
Many times we advise you on how convenient cruises are in terms of price, but this time ...
According to the latest medical specifications it is good to visit your clinician or GP before embarking. You must…
All cruise companies offer the possibility of buying their tour packages online, in this way you will ...
Cruises offer the best option for tourists who want to take a pleasure trip in an environment where…
According to a study, approximately 500.000 tourists from Spain travel on cruise ships each year, but of that number only one ...