Listly by Joanna James
If the only reason you haven't tried going on a cruise is that you watched Titanic then here are 10 reasons why you should get over that fear by embarking on a cruise for your next vacation.
When planning a vacation normally you have to think of hotel reservations, transport cost and where to eat. On a cruise ship, everything from what you eat to where you go has already planned for you. All you have to do is pick the right cruise that interests you and fits your budget and you're good to go!
From the food to the activities to where you visit while on transit; everything is included when you reserve your ticket. You only need to plan for the money you'll spend shopping when you stop on land. It's that simple.
As your itinerary has already planned and you've paid for everything you can stop worrying about what comes next and let loose. Cruise ships offer yoga, spa's and various other activities to help you unwind and put yourself at ease.
If you thought there's nothing to do while you're on the ship you're in for a surprise. There are plenty of activities like dancing classes, card games, parasailing and karaoke that'll keep you entertained as you glide through the ocean. You can go for a swim in the onboard pool or lounge on the deck and catch some rays if you just want to relax and unwind.
The cuisine offered onboard cruise ships will drive your inner foodie crazy. Whether it's breakfast, lunch dinner or a snack, you get to choose from a wide variety of food at several onboard restaurants. If you want a midnight snack and can't be bothered going to a restaurant, fear not, cruises offer round the clock room service as well!
Since you're in the middle of the sea for most of your vacation you're forced to disconnect from the rest of the world and live in the present unless you're willing to pay extra to stay connected. You're forced to read a book, ponder about life while looking into the distant horizon or talk to the people around you.
Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or as a group when you embark on a cruise makes you will have to step out of your comfort zone and approach people and talk to them. Since you'll be spending a lot of time at sea you'll end up getting to know them quite well by the end of the cruise.
Every cruise ship is bound to stop at least one port. Most of the popular cruises stop at multiple ports and organise a sightseeing excursion. Yacht charter Indonesia has to offer similar to Alila Purnama, for example, will let you see the country by sea while travelling in luxury and not having to worry about anything.
This may be the most obvious reason but you will appreciate the beauty of the sea only when you experience it by ship. The horizon stretches out as far as you can see and the sun setting on the horizon is a sight not to be missed.
You deserve to enjoy the fruits of your labour and treat yourself to something nice. Take a week off and disconnect yourself from the rest of the world to reinvigorate yourself, its a choice you won't regret.
A true believer that the pen is a mighty weapon, ventures into reaching the minds of every reader with the earnest hope of leaving an indelible stream of thought.
A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.