Think of a cruise and you’ll probably think of the open waves and enjoying the many benefits of a cruise ship while surrounded by nothing more than ocean on all sides. But a cruise does not always set sail on an ocean. Some of the best cruises the world has to offer are actually river cruises, and what they might lack in distance travelled they certainly make up for in sights to see.

Are River Cruises Shorter Than Normal Cruises?

Not necessarily. It’s quite possible to book a seven, ten or even fourteen day cruise that meanders along the length of a single river. River cruises do however have the advantage of being ideal for single day trips as well. The River Thames in London is not known for its long distance river cruises, but you can spend a whole day cruising along the length of the river and enjoying a unique viewpoint of the city of London.

Don’t know what it is about going on a cruise that compels some to pack like they were joining a one year expedition to Siberia. But they typically pack twice as much as they need. Showing they are painfully unaware of what to wear on a cruise.

Naturally it helps if you know what to expect. And if you’ve spent time on a cruise ship previously you should be better prepared than someone leaving the dock for the first time. Since from experience you’re aware of what to wear on a cruise. Or at least should know what goes and what doesn’t.

My family and I went on a Disney cruise last Summer and loved it. The Disney Cruise line is the one place at sea where magic comes to life. And with the Disney Cruise Line, what better way to begin than with a Disney Cruise vacation? The Disney Cruise Line brings its unique style to the sea with its ships Disney Magic and Disney Wonder and the Disney Cruise Line has an extensive children’s program with age-specific activities.

Great for all kinds of people, Hawaiian cruises are the dream come true for many – so what is it about these vacations?

What’s So Special About Cruises Then

Cruises are one of the top vacations of choice for many people, for a multitude of reasons.

Being on the ocean is one of the best ways to unwind and relax, whilst also offering great opportunities to dress up and ‘go posh’ and amaze yourselves! With loads of top quality entertainment, a cuisine choice unsurpassable so close at hand and the gently lull of the waves – what’s not to relax about?

There are really no ‘dress codes’ on cruise ships but more like guidelines to assist you in bringing the right items. Having traveled with a spouse and two teen age daughters, this writer is, however, painfully aware of the cruise shoe formula which is take the number of cruise days and multiply by 5. How else could one possibly pack 35 pairs of shoes for a one week voyage?

But seriously, less is often more on a cruise. The style of ship you have selected usually dictates the way that passengers dress. The shorter and less expensive cruises skew toward very casual and the longer cruises on luxury ships tend to be more formal.