Cruising is one of the absolute best ways to explore the world, offering a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and convenience. As travel advisors, we’ve been SO lucky to see firsthand many of our travelers fall in love with cruising. From unpacking once and waking up in a new destination each day, to enjoying world-class dining and entertainment, cruises truly offer something for everyone. There are a lot of reasons to love cruising – but we narrowed it down to our top 10.

So let’s break it down~

Here are our top 10 reasons why cruising is one of our favorite vacations – whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned sailor looking for your next adventure ⚓️

1. Sail Away High – yep, it’s that moment when you watch the ropes pull in, the “shore” slowly starts to move, and the excitement of the adventure officially beginning peaks 🌁
2. The view from the balcony – whether you are in a balcony room or enjoying from a quiet spot along the lido, there really is nothing like tucking in with a cup of tea or a glass of wine while enjoying a book, watching for wildlife or just enjoying the waves of the open seas 🐋
3. The rolling waves lulling you to sleep – feel free to channel your inner baby and recreate the memories of rocking to sleep in your cradle 😴
4. The food options – there is immense peace of mind knowing that your family members will have desirable options to them for every meal.  You can fully relax into vacation mode and not have to think about meal prepping, cooking, dishes, and trying to create something that will please even the pickiest pallet 🍔
5. The traditions – many cruise lines do still cherish the traditions of formal dining nights, trivia by the pool and talent show night 🎭
6. The convenience – cruising is the perfect way to experience multiple countries without having to pack and unpack every few days 🧳
7. See the world – literally! Many itineraries will take you all the way around the world.  Instead of escaping to a long term rental for the winter, you could escape to the wonders of the southern hemisphere and have a new experience every week 🗺️
8. The itineraries – the options are endless.  You can pick your duration, where you would like to go, and the on board amenities that most appeal to your style 📆
9. The ability to truly “disconnect” – once you are at sea in international waters there is no cell service or internet.  Unless you have purchased an on board WiFi package you can guiltlessly put that phone away and focus on the memories that you are creating in these moments 📸
10. The feeling of community – cruising is such a great way to connect with new people and to meet new friends.  Sharing experiences and memories is the perfect way to wrap up eventful days 🫶