Imagine your dream vacation. If you've thought about hot days, knowing many beaches on a cruise and diving in Caribbean waters, this post was made for you. Many people are looking for a cruise to spend their holidays with their family, to visit various destinations on a long holiday or even as a honeymoon trip.
Did you know that Miami is known as the cruise capital of the world? The city has the busiest port in the world for cruises, with a large volume of ships and passengers leaving for the Caribbean, the Bahamas or Europe. Other visitors take advantage of the scale to get to know the city, which is one of the most versatile in the country. If you want to do like them, we have several tips to help you plan a route to Miami.
South Florida is really a world reference in this matter. The port of Fort Lauderdale, 44 km from Miami, is the second largest cruise departure point. Another place in Florida known for this is Port Canaveral, near Orlando. It is explained why this American state is the favorite destination of many Brazilians, isn't it?
If you've come this far wanting to go on a cruise, but don't know where to start, don't worry! A Happy Tours has prepared several tips to help you make this dream come true.
How do I choose the ideal cruise for my trip?
The cruises have won the hearts of many travelers by offering many advantages, such as the diversity of destinations, many options for leisure and entertainment on board and ease of planning - since accommodation, itinerary and meals are part of the same package and are defined in advance.
To choose the ideal promenade for you, it is necessary to take some points into consideration. Here's what to think about when planning your trip.
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Trip duration
How much time will you have to make this trip? A cruise can last 10 nights on a long course or be a knock and return to nearby places. Leaving Miami it is possible to spend a day in Bimini or Grand Bahama, in the Bahamas, for example. It is ideal for those who have little time, but want to take a different and very remarkable tour. Generally, the shortest tours take place on a fast ferry, which is faster than a ship.
The longest tours are made in large ships and usually cover several destinations. They are great options for family vacations, because, as the travel time is longer, many leisure options are offered inside the ship itself. A lot of fun for children with safety and comfort, no worries for you.
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Beach route
One of the great advantages of this type of trip is to know several places without having to change means of transportation or make several lengthy connections. Before closing your cruise, check the number of beaches or islands included in the tour.
From Miami, it is possible to visit from nearby islands in the Bahamas - as we said before - to the beaches of Mexico, Honduras, California, the British Virgin Islands and many other places. If there's more time and money, you can even get to Jamaica, Colombia and Costa Rica with the ship.
Some cruises attract attention for specific characteristics. Disney Cruise Line ships, for example, always stop at a private, exclusive Caribbean island, the Disney Castaway Cay. Norwegian passengers can also get to know a company's own island, the Great Stirrup Cay.
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Included attractions
After choosing the number of days and destinations, analyze the services offered by the companies. Remember, the more things you have access to, the more expensive the ride will be. Think about whether it pays more to value the final destination itself or enjoy all the benefits on board the ship. As we said, this will depend on the time spent on the route, the type of trip and its main purpose.
The Disney cruise, as you might expect, is all themed, with characters on board, personalized stores and activities for children - an excellent option for traveling with children. Some cruises, such as the Royal Caribbean, offer a lot of adventure, supporting activities such as kayaking, snorkelling, jet skiing and hiking.
Speaking of physical activities, it is possible to find ships with swimming pools, climbing, running and bowling tracks, gym and even ice skating. Basic services usually include accommodation, meals, swimming pool, heated indoor areas and space for children.
If you want to invest in a luxury cruise, get ready to enjoy benefits such as spa, jacuzzi, playground, water park, casino, games room, library, theater, lounges, bars, typical cuisine from different parts of the world, lively dinners with shows or comedy shows, among others. Some ships even have an open bar, i.e. unlimited free drinks - the Norwegian Sky is one of them.
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Price
Like everything related to travel, leisure and entertainment, what matters is cost-effectiveness. You will find cruises with different prices, from R$400 to R$4.000. It is very important to check everything that is included in the final price, so as not to have unforeseen expenses when you are on board. Remember to monitor the amounts in advance so as not to miss out on company promotions.
If you're looking for a car rental in Miami, you'll need to make sure that you have the best car rental possible. The rental car in Miami to get to Fort Lauderdale, for example, can be closed before the trip and will be very useful to facilitate your access and optimize your time abroad. Are you interested? On the Happy Tours blog we have many travel tips for Miami, Orlando and much more!
