Fall is here and the time to plan your holiday travel is upon us. If you are looking to create lasting memories and new holiday traditions, look no further. We have assembled a list of five unforgettable Holiday Cruise Experiences.
European Christmas Market Cruise
Every year European cities roll out the tinsel and lights to transform their plazas and squares into winter wonderlands. Guests traveling via river are treated to a cornucopia of whimsical Christmas Markets overflowing with European woodcrafts, hot cider, decadent pastries, and gingerbread men. These markets celebrate each region’s local tradition, and no two are the same. If you are the type that rolls out your tree the day after Halloween these river cruises will be like a fever dream of holiday cheer.
Family Christmas in the Caribbean
Are you in a Holiday rut? Maybe you don’t want to spend your Holiday Break slaving away in the kitchen or maybe you live in a place where you have to trudge through waste-deep snow to get your mail. The Caribbean offers an escape from all of the above. Every year thousands of families take to the sea to beat the winter blues. You and your family can leave the Christmas Feast to the Michelin Star dining teams, sing “Oh Tanenbaum” under a palm tree, and trade your hot cocoa for an umbrella drink on a private island. The flexible group rates with additional amenities on Family cruise lines like Royal Caribbean or NCL offer excellent opportunities to bring the whole family along for a multi-generational celebration without breaking the bank.
Adults-Only New Year’s Cruise
If there is a little too much “Family” in your Christmas or Hanukah celebrations, it might be time to recharge your social batteries with an adults-only New Year’s cruise. We aren’t talking about “that kind of adults-only,” but sometimes you want to enjoy yourself without worrying about your kids, or more importantly you don’t have to worry about throngs of other people’s kids. Brands like Virgin Voyages and Viking Cruises are eighteen and up and both offer completely different experiences. The former is perfect for guests looking for a “glamorous night on the town” experience, while the latter offers excellent destination immersion and Scandinavian Spa and Wellness facilities.
Holidays on Ice
The Holiday Season presents a great opportunity to treat yourself to a once-in-a-lifetime experience with an Antarctic Expedition. December falls in the middle of the Antarctic Summer. Animal rhythms are at their peak during this time of year making for intimate wildlife encounters. An expedition holiday is a perfect escape from normality and a gift to yourself that you will cherish for a lifetime.
If you’re ready to plan your very own winter ice capade, or you want a little help finding the perfect itinerary to light your Menorah, let the talented specialists at Luxury Cruise Connections help you check planning off of your shopping list. If you need a vacation for your Karamu this Kwanza, our team will find you the perfect destination to fill your Unity Cup. No matter the celebration our team is ready to exceed your expectations.
