Cruise packages are put together by the cruise companies or the travel agents to attract new customers. However, they may not always be what they purport to be.
For instance when advertised as an all inclusive cruise it rarely means that. You will need to check the small print just to make sure what exactly is included. It will normally be the cost of the cruise and cabin to sleep in as well as breakfast and dinner but lunch is not always a part of it.
Another thing to confirm is whether you will have to pay for drinks when on board, sometimes you even have to pay for water. Next check whether the spa or fitness center fees are included.
It is rare that any excursions ashore whilst in port are included in the basic cost. The amount of these extras can increase the overall cost alarmingly. So
Tip 1. Check what all inclusive means.
When you are looking for a cruise it is a good idea to check with a number of cruise companies and travel agents. Quite often a travel company will have a special offer on a particular cruise whereas you would have to pay the full price through the cruise supplier.
The internet makes this easier than it used to be. There are a wealth of information there at the click of a mouse. So..
Tip 2. Compare all the market.
One thing that you will probably know is that the cost of a cruise will be much higher at some times than at others. If you do not have to travel when during the school holidays because of the kids, it will be cheaper for you. Maybe you are not looking for wall to wall sun every day and would be prepared to go off peak. That will also be cheaper.
Some companies offer a discount when you book early and then another discount for last minute bookings when they are trying to fill the ship as it is not economic to have a half empty liner. So
Tip 3. Find the best time to travel on the cruise you want.
When you are cruising out at sea you will have plenty of opportunities to take part in a varied array of activities. If you want to have a relaxing vacation and lie out on deck in the sun all the time or be active on the sports courts or in the gym you can do it.
Of course you will need to take a different wardrobe for whatever you want to do and you need to make sure that th luxury liner that you choose has the facilities to do what you want. So
Tip 4. Think about what you want to do on board.
When you are careful about these four things you will have a wonderful and enjoyable holiday whichever of the cruise packages you choose.