CHOOSE THE RIGHT SIZE SHIP FOR YOUR CRUISE
A ship's size is one of the most important factors you'll need to consider when choosing a cruise to suit your preferences and expectations. Choosing the right cruise ship size could easily make or break your vacation. A cruise ship's size determines the number of passengers, the levels of luxury, amenities, features, activities, dining options and entertainment available on board. Size to a certain extent may also determine the price range of a cruise and can influence the average age of passengers. As a general rule, bigger ships have more features and amenities while smaller ships tend to offer a less crowded higher-end atmosphere at a higher price.
MEGA SHIPS
These monstrous floating cities can accommodate anything from 2000 to 6000 passengers and have all the amenities and features one could wish for, "under one roof", supported by a crew of thousands. Activities for all age groups are endless. But, being so huge has its disadvantages. One could easily feel overwhelmed and lost in the crowds or on the ship itself. The bigger the ship the more restricted and crowded on board and in ports of call. Mega ships are more popular with families and groups traveling together.
MIDSIZE SHIPS
Midsize ships are less intimidating and carry from 1000 to 2500 passengers. Most of the standard cruise ship amenities, activities, entertainment and dining options are found on these ships, only on a smaller scale and they can be crowded. These ships can go where Mega ships cannot, so there are more destination choices. Also popular with families and groups.
SMALL SHIPS
With fewer than 1000 passengers, these ships are generally more low key, more luxurious, with fewer amenities, features and activities and tend to be more pricey. Small ships cater more to the sophisticated traveler, offer higher end service and dining and visit more exclusive ports. Premium prices and the simplicity of small-ship luxury cruises often attract a more mature clientele.
RIVER SHIPS
River cruises rarely accommodate more than 250 passengers. Because of their size they offer limited amenities, features and dining options. Their focus is on local culture, enticing ports of call, usually close to city centers, where none of the aforementioned ships can dock. Their shore excursions, often included in the cruise price and are hosted by local guides, familiar with local culture, customs and cuisine. Evening entertainment is often provided by locals. River cruises are pricey and also attract a more mature passenger mix.
For more information on how to choose the right cruise for you, contact us or call 719 593-1591.
A ship's size is one of the most important factors you'll need to consider when choosing a cruise to suit your preferences and expectations. Choosing the right cruise ship size could easily make or break your vacation. A cruise ship's size determines the number of passengers, the levels of luxury, amenities, features, activities, dining options and entertainment available on board. Size to a certain extent may also determine the price range of a cruise and can influence the average age of passengers. As a general rule, bigger ships have more features and amenities while smaller ships tend to offer a less crowded higher-end atmosphere at a higher price.
MEGA SHIPS
These monstrous floating cities can accommodate anything from 2000 to 6000 passengers and have all the amenities and features one could wish for, "under one roof", supported by a crew of thousands. Activities for all age groups are endless. But, being so huge has its disadvantages. One could easily feel overwhelmed and lost in the crowds or on the ship itself. The bigger the ship the more restricted and crowded on board and in ports of call. Mega ships are more popular with families and groups traveling together.
MIDSIZE SHIPS
Midsize ships are less intimidating and carry from 1000 to 2500 passengers. Most of the standard cruise ship amenities, activities, entertainment and dining options are found on these ships, only on a smaller scale and they can be crowded. These ships can go where Mega ships cannot, so there are more destination choices. Also popular with families and groups.
SMALL SHIPS
With fewer than 1000 passengers, these ships are generally more low key, more luxurious, with fewer amenities, features and activities and tend to be more pricey. Small ships cater more to the sophisticated traveler, offer higher end service and dining and visit more exclusive ports. Premium prices and the simplicity of small-ship luxury cruises often attract a more mature clientele.
RIVER SHIPS
River cruises rarely accommodate more than 250 passengers. Because of their size they offer limited amenities, features and dining options. Their focus is on local culture, enticing ports of call, usually close to city centers, where none of the aforementioned ships can dock. Their shore excursions, often included in the cruise price and are hosted by local guides, familiar with local culture, customs and cuisine. Evening entertainment is often provided by locals. River cruises are pricey and also attract a more mature passenger mix.
For more information on how to choose the right cruise for you, contact us or call 719 593-1591.
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