- Choosing a Cruise
- Decide where you want to go.
- Make a list of cities that you would like to visit on your trip.
- Figure out how much you can afford to spend on a cruise.
- List your expectations of the ship itself.
- Compare cruise lines.
- Narrow down your options to be left with a very short list.
- Choose the cruise that gives you the most bang for your buck.
- Check what sorts of shore excursions do the chosen cruise line offer.
- Booking a Cruise
- Contact a travel agent to plan your trips.
- Outline the option you’ve chosen, and see what kind of deal they can get you.
- Research online to see if you can find any discounts.
- Book your cruise.
- Select multiple options for your cabin choice in descending order of preference.
- Make airline and land travel arrangements that will coincide with the start and end of your cruise.
- Review the literature that comes with your cruise package.
- Plan your itinerary, including any shore excursions, classes or activities that you will want to partake in during your vacation.
- Make your final payment on the cruise on or before the due date.
- Packing for a Cruise
- Make sure your travel documents are in order.
- Be sure you know exactly what sort of documentation you will need.
- Make multiple photocopies of your passport, your driver’s license and all travel documents.
- Make a list of emergency contact numbers.
- Visit your pharmacy and make sure any prescription medication you are taking is filled to last the duration of the cruise.
- Pack your clothing, accessories, and toiletries.
- Make arrangements for home care.
- Fill out the pre-boarding forms that the cruise line requires.
