Popular Cruise Destinations
Bahamas
What is it about islands? Are we lured to them by a mystique set adrift on a tropical breeze?
(Or is it for a really good tan?) Are our deepest senses aroused by the gentle sifting of sand
between our toes? (Or by a mango daiquiri?) Is there something in the song of a steel drum that
sweetens the rhythm of our own hearts? (Or do we just want to know what it's like to come
face-to-face with a parrotfish?) We still don't know.
Caribbean
It's easy to find reasons why more people take cruises to the Caribbean than anywhere else in the world.
A warm climate; an astounding array of ports of call, each with its own distinctive character and appeal;
thousands of beaches, including some of the world's best; great shopping at duty free prices;
and incredibly clear seas teeming with marine life make this part of the world a perfect cruise vacation destination.
Hawaii
They say it all happened when volcanoes rose from the sea. Soon, trade winds scattered
the seeds that grew into incredible flowers, bamboo and fragrant papaya. Today, come to
Hawaii for the unexplainable, the utterly magical, and find bright anthuriums growing wild,
volcanic peaks soaring to 14,000 feet and vibrant poinsettias when it isn't even the holidays.
Mexico
Stunning white-sand beaches, lively art, exciting nightlife, exuberant energy,
and wondrous architecture and archaeological structures such as the many Mayan ruins all
contribute to Mexico's popularity with cruise vacationers.
Open-air markets with hand-made crafts, jewelry and straw items abound in Mexico, as do excellent restaurants and festive bars.
Alaska
Breathtaking scenery, gleaming glaciers, abundant wildlife, and Native American culture are only a
few of the spectacular attractions that draw cruise vacationers to Alaska. With so much to see and do
in Alaska, it's no wonder the state's official flower is the alpine forget-me-not!
Ships that visit Alaska on a seven-day itinerary typically sail along the Inside Passage and visit Glacier Bay National Park or Hubbard Glacier, stopping at four ports along the way. Most cruise lines also offer a variety of extended cruise-tour package options which take passengers deeper into Alaska via train and include land stays at lodges and sightseeing in Denali National Park - making their trip to Alaska even more comprehensive.
