Cruising needn't be a sedate way of seeing the world - an adventure cruise could take you anywhere from the Amazon to the Antarctic. If you are one of those people who still think a holiday at sea is just a pastime for the over-the-hillers with plenty of money, then think again. Adventure lovers can have fun in Alaska, discover there is more to the Persian Gulf than Dubai and visit the Viet Cong tunnels in Vietnam. You can cruise to little-known places such as Trabzon and Batumi in Turkey and Georgia in the Black Sea, Benghazi and Al Khums in Libya and Mangalore or Trivandrum on India's west coast. Cruising is an excellent way to get to know remote places in a short space of time. You can get right of the beaten track to remote places such as Antarctica, the Arctic and Galapagos. This is not for the faint hearted though as there are no ports at the destinations, definitely meaning no coach loads of tourists, so the only way on and off your ship is by an inflatable boat. Cruise lines are investing massively in the exploration side of cruising. Expedition ships are generally smaller but this is because they are able to get into and out of remote ports. But if you book for the places you will see rather than the facilities aboard the ship you will not be disappointed. Having said that, Silversea's newest addition the Prince Albert II will be the epitome of luxury, you can enjoy the thrill of true expedition whilst also enjoying the privileged lifestyle that is part and parcel of cruising. In 2008 P&O Cruises are introducing 160 new tours ashore. Families will find there are some fantastic options for days out, from hours splashing around at a water park, to nature trails, pizza making in Naples, whale or dolphin watching or high-speed boat rides. There is an array of adrenalin fueled experiences for those wishing to push the boundaries, from roving island jeep safaris to zip wiring through rainforest canopies, glacier trekking, helicopter flights, river tubing through rapids or stingray encounters, the list is endless. Cultural adventures may tempt you too with many a destination offering the chance to indulge a love of art, architecture, history and cuisine. A cruise holiday offers the chance to really see the world like never before. There are so many different options available now that a cruise is really specifically catered to your likes and dislikes. For instance if you prefer a quieter pace of life, sipping a wonderful glass of wine whilst watching the sun dip over the horizon, or reading a good book on the top deck or even just enjoying great conversation over a delicious meal then a children free cruise may be perfect for you. Alternatively you may be an adventurous couple, perhaps on honey moon or even just having a final jaunt round the world before settling down to make a family, you may be interested in a more daring cruise. The chance to visit places off the beaten track and unknown to the every-day tourist, to see amazing wildlife in its own habitat and breath in breathtaking scenery that you might just miss with a traditional package holiday. The wonderful thing about a cruise is that you can enjoy all this and more but not have to miss out on all those little luxuries we have come to love in this day and age. Cruises also offer superb service with cruise staff really taking care of your every need. Cruising in general is a unique and spine tingling way to travel. There is anticipation, excitement and wander lust every step of he way, including an ever changing panorama and the wonder of edging every closer to your next port of call. To experience everything an adventure cruise has to offer P&O Cruises is an amazing choice. You could be having the time of your life glacier trekking, swimming with dolphins or zip wiring through a rain forest - the list is endless. http://www.jetlinecruise.com |
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