Choose the right cruise ship
So many cruise lines travel around the Caribbean but if you want to have the best experience, of course, you would only want to go with the best. On top of the list would be the Crystal Cruises, whose Crystal Symphony and Serenity cruise ships travel around the islands of Caribbean. Another award-winning cruise line to consider would be the Cunard Cruise Lines. Its flagship Queen Mary 2 was nominated for the Reader's Choice Award for Best Caribbean Cruise. Apart from these two, you may also consider Oceania Cruise Lines, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Silversea Cruises. Make sure that when you pick a cruise ship, you consider factors like shore excursions, amenities and activities onboard, size of cruise ship, duration of the cruise, cost of the trip, and reputation of the cruise line.
Plan shore excursions
Speaking of shore excursions, you should also plan for the destinations that you wish to visit when you step down the ports of call. Shore excursions are a major part of the cruise vacation. Even if you deem that the cruise ship has everything you need and want, it would still be an extraordinary experience if you see for yourself the natural grandeur of the Caribbean islands. Some of the top destinations you should consider for your shore excursion include Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, St. Barts, and U.S. Virgin Islands.
Prepare the travel documents
When going on a cruise, you would also need to prepare the right travel documents to ensure that you don't encounter any problem during your vacation. For one, you should have a passport that is at least six months from being expired. You should also have the proper visas for the country that you wish to enter. Apart from that, you would also need to have the cruise vacation itinerary and receipt along with itineraries for air travel and hotel accommodations. Moreover, be sure to get a travel insurance to ensure that you are financially protected during your trip. Since there are many types of travel insurance such as flight insurance, visitors health insurance, trip cancellation insurance, insurance for senior citizens, family insurance, insurance for people with medical conditions, and short or long term travel insurance, it is imperative that you study your options so you can make an informed choice.
Make the most of the onboard amenities
When you're still onboard, make the most out of the amenities and activities available. Sure, you would want to spend some time in the bedroom to rest but don't spend the entire day secluded in your room as you will miss lots of wonderful amenities and fun activities. Go to the fitness center to exercise, get a massage in the spa facility, dance in the ballroom, and meet and mingle with people. There is just so much to do.
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