As a result of talking about whether or not it is worth paying for drink packages on a cruise, we were asked several questions about what is the minimum that goes into the price of a cruise. At the moment I want congratulate you if you have decided to take a trip on a boat, because it is, in my opinion, much more interesting and comfortable than when you travel on the road and have to go from one place to another carrying the suitcase.
And now I do tell you what you are paying at least when booking your ticket, but as I always tell you, talk exactly with the shipping company, because for example On river cruises, excursions and dinners outside the ship are also usually included in the price of the trip.. Also ask if the price of the ticket includes tips, here you have a exclusive item on this topic.
At least what am I entitled to with my ticket?
Well, for sure accommodation you have chosen or one of a higher category in the event that they cannot provide it to you. You have the right to use the ship's facilities, this does not mean that they are all free, and here are some buts ... for example, If you want to use the Norwegian Joy go-kart track, developed by the Ferrari team, that is, if you want to drive a Ferrari you will have to add a supplement to your trip.
As for meals, there are a number of restaurants that are free, that is, you have your assigned table, and your turn and you can go to it every day. They are usually buffet or international food and specialty restaurants. Not all specialty restaurants are included in the ticket, but many are, As I say, it is better that you detail it with the company and with the cruise and the specific ship in which you are traveling.
And in general you can also access a selection of activities and shows that take place on the ship, whether in the open air, in the swimming pools or in the theaters and lounges. Broadly speaking, this is what goes into cruises, which I repeat to you again, in my opinion it is one of the best ways to travel, meet people and enjoy landscapes that are only possible from the sea.
Facilities and activities that I can enjoy inside the boat
How I was aiming for you, with your trip you can use the pools, gym, library, game room, casino, disco, bars… I mean you can access them, but sometimes what you consume, depending on the package you have contracted, will be charged to your account. Plus there are areas that we could call VIP that are reserved for people who stay in suites or high-end cabins.
In all the boats they will propose not to bore you. My recommendation is that if you are going to go on excursions you take advantage of the hours and days of navigation to rest, but if you really feel willing and want to enjoy it all, you can sign up for group games, contests, craft classes, painting t-shirts, collage, newspaper baskets, gymnastics, aerobics, zumba, aquagym, cooking and others (there are usually dozens) that do fall within your reservation.
Besides, hThere are some activities that are directly related to the countries that the cruise ship visits and that help you get to know the culture, for example wine or oil tasting if it is a cruise through the Mediterranean, or ways of cooking cod if it is a cruise through Northern Europe.
Shows that I can go to with the ticket I have paid for
All shows on your cruise are includedAnother thing is that you have to reserve them and the place from which you have to see it. It is also true that some shows have age restrictions, or just the opposite, they are exclusively for children, or you have to pay a supplement if they include dinner.
Do not think that the cruise shows are "crappy" at all, get that out of your head, just to give you a couple of brushstrokes Bon Jovi will be in Mallorca this summer, like the star of a cruise show that goes from Barcelona to Palma. The departure of this cruise is August 26.