World Cruise Holiday Options

A world cruise can be one, if not the most exciting experiences of a lifetime. What better way to travel the globe than at sea aboard a luxurious ship with an atmosphere onboard that will make every day special?

A cruise like this can be extraordinary what with the broad range of experiences you can expect and the length of time that you are traveling.

Typical world cruises can run from 90 to 110 days with every day offering something different. Although a lot of time is spent at sea between destinations, those days are filled with interesting speakers, wonderful meals, and crews that are especially attentive and knowledgeable.

Some cruise lines like Princess offer world cruises on their "Small Ships" that accommodate around 680 passengers, all of whom are adults. Fewer crowds and a more leisurely pace on these ships are perfect for 100 days of relaxation.

Since world cruises sail for so long and are so varying, mentioning a full itinerary here would not be practical. But you can expect that during the days of your cruise you can stop in from 40 to 100 ports, depending on the length of the cruise. An example would be a cruise that starts in Los Angeles, California and ends in London. Some stops along the way could include Bora Bora, Tonga, New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia, India, South Africa, and Portugal.

A round trip from Sydney can: immerse you in the culture of Asia; let you experience the history of Greece and the Mediterranean; bask in the beauty of the South Pacific; see places like Venice and New York; and visit ancient landmarks like the Taj Mahal, the Pyramids of Giza, and Pompeii.

Because of the time required to devote to a world cruise, most passengers tend to be retired. They tend to be very socially oriented, attending many cruise line-planned events. Since the passengers are normally in the same age group, they have much in common and enjoy their time aboard ship as much as they do their time in port.

Some of the major cruise lines that offer world cruises include P&O world Cruises, Fred Olsen, Cunard, Holland America, Silversea, Crystal, Seaborn, and Princess. These lines have special ships set aside that are used only on these global tours.

If a cruise of 100 days is too long for you, some cruise lines allow you to sail on specific segments of a cruise of the world that can run from two weeks to a month. This is perfect for those who are pinched for time and have a smaller budget to work with. No matter what length world cruise you choose you’ll come home with enough memories for a lifetime.

World Cruise Holiday Options article by Alicia Chewe