Article by Claire Collins
One thing you?ll never hear on cruise deals is the familiar holiday cry of ?I?m bored?! of course, the many ports and stops are an entertainment in their own right, life on board is an extremely exciting and fun-filled time too. No matter your age or travelling companions, you?re guaranteed you won?t have time to be bored.
You can learn a lot aboard a cruise ship. Art auctions, cooking demonstrations and arty activities including glass-blowing and ice carving are often there for the taking. Most cruises also have an on-board library ? imagine the different books you can choose from.Variety really is the spice of life with cruise deals. Cruise ships boast at least three restaurants plus numerous food outlets. Try sushi one night, a Mexican buffet the next or go all out in a steak restaurant. And when it comes to a tipple, you?ve got plenty of places to choose from to enjoy that too; piano bars, sports bars, outdoor bars and more.
Sports fans won?t be left out either. All inclusive cruises always offer swimming pools, many offer mini golf (imagine putting in the middle of the ocean!), table tennis, pool volleyball, basketball and even trampolines too. Group sporting activities are often held during the day, so join in a game of dodge ball or volleyball if you think you?re up to the challenge.
The ship really comes into its own after dark. All ships have their own entertainment crew who constantly surprise and delight sailors. Variety performances, game shows, musicals and comedy acts are just some of the entertainment for you to enjoy. Read your ships daily newsletter to time what you watch ? sometimes there?s so much to choose from, you won?t know where to start!
Or, if you?re feeling lucky, a turn at the on-board casino can keep you entertained for hours. Or why not watch the pros at the Blackjack or Shuffleboard tables or try your luck on the slot machines. Cross your fingers and you might win big!
And don?t forget a little music. Fancy yourself as a bit of a musical diva? Join in with the karaoke! Or watch one of many professionals singing a tune or two in the different bars whilst enjoying a cocktail or two. Deck parties keep the momentum swinging all night long, as do on the on board discos and nightclubs ? make sure to pack your dancing shoes.
About the Author
Claire Collins writes about top cruise ship holidays, including great cruise deals to Europe and all inclusive cruises.