Sea cruises are becoming more and more popular among Russian tourists. Indeed, despite the fact that traveling on a huge liner with all the amenities is traditionally considered the lot of millionaires, it is quite possible to find an economical option within 1000 dollars.
Today our Top-5 contains the most popular cruise routes... Any of the proposed options will give a lot of impressions and allow you to comfortably visit a lot of new places in a short time.
5. Cruises to Alaska
It is possible to see whales, polar bears, fjords, waterfalls and glaciers during cruises to Alaska. In recent years, such a route has been gaining immense popularity, pushing back the traditional southern options. During port calls, tourists are offered dog sledding, seaplane flights, glacier climbing, diving in icy water and even gold sand mining. The itinerary usually starts in Vancouver and the cruise itself takes 8-10 days.
4. Cruises in the Mediterranean
Typically, this popular cruise route includes visits to Greece, Spain, France, Malta, Italy, including Sicily, Portugal and Tunisia. The program is very rich and involves visiting many cultural and historical attractions. This option of exploring Europe and North Africa is chosen by millions of tourists every year.
3. Cruises on the Panama Canal
A man-made canal connects the Caribbean with the splendor of the Pacific Ocean. The canal is 82 kilometers long and 16 kilometers wide. The cruise begins at one of the ports on the Atlantic or Pacific side. Tourists have the opportunity to see both the western and eastern coasts of Central and South America. Typically, the route is designed for 14 nights and includes visits to the ports of San Diego, Acapulco, Antilles, Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
2. Cruises in the Caribbean
Perhaps this route is the most popular among cruise lovers around the world. Departure takes place in the ports of Florida, Barbados or Havana. These cruises are designed for 10-14 days. There are long 20 day sailings off the coast of Great Britain. It is noteworthy that Caribbean cruises are visa-free. The most famous stops along the route are undoubtedly Haiti, Guadeloupe, Grenada and Trinidad. Although tourists are delighted with swimming and diving off the shores of small and very picturesque uninhabited islands.
1. Cruises in Australia and New Zealand
Such magnificent scenery, perhaps, will not be offered by any other cruise. Largest liner visits secluded bays, coral islands, extinct volcanoes. And at the same time, tourists are amazed by the modern views of populous Sydney and picturesque Auckland. The Australian-New Zealand destination is considered a real paradise for nature photography lovers - each stop promises new white beaches, crystal-clear lakes, waterfalls, geysers, wooded mountains and other beauty of the unspoiled nature of these places.