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With a selection
of companies offering a wide variety destinations and
itineraries cruising has something to suit every taste and budget.
Whether you're a couple, a young family, extended family, retired or
travelling on your own, cruising offers you a holiday to remember with
each itinerary offering a fascinating mix of countries and cultures.
Travelling in style you will arrive at each port relaxed,
refreshed and ready to explore. From the moment you step on
board, the unique combination of leisure facilities, mouth-watering
cuisine, fabulous entertainment and world class service conspire to
take you on a voyage of discovery that will leave you with memories
that linger long after you have return home.
If you're looking for
total peace, calm and relaxation, you'll find it. If you're looking
for entertainment, nightlife and adventure you'll find that too. The
fact is, most people want a bit of both and cruising offers the
perfect answer.
A
holiday with no
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Where can we go?
There is a whole world out
there, whether you have dreamt of visiting the dramatic scenery of
the Norwegian fjords; the bustling, historic cities of the
Mediterranean and Baltic; the magic of the Far East; the idyllic
islands of the Caribbean and Indian Ocean or the ancient
civilisations of South America. It's up to you. It is
also possible to take one way transatlantic
cruises from Southampton to New York and
vice versa these take 6 nights and give you
all the time you need to do as much or as
little as you please. A great
alternative to the hustle and bustle of
flying.
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How long can we go for?
Cruises vary in length, some
around the Far East can be as short as 2
nights, there are also city and short breaks
around Northern Europe that can be from 2
nights. More usually cruises are
between 7 and 21 days although for something
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Where can we start a cruise?
A number of cruise companies
start their European cruises in Southampton or Dover in the UK,
others from Barcelona in Spain. Far Eastern cruises often
start from Bangkok, Singapore or Hong Kong, for the Caribbean and
South America embarkation may take place in Florida or San Juan,
Porto Rico and for the west coast and Alaska it could be San
Francisco or Vancouver. It is also possible embark on some
cruises from Dubai but places can be limited.
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What's the accommodation like on board?
Accommodation varies in size and type from
ship to ship but there is a wide choice available to suit
every need and budget. From deluxe suites with private
lift access to ocean-view staterooms with verandah or comfortable interior
options, there is an accommodation category that is ideal for
you. For some cabin plans ...click here
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What is there to do on board?
There is a wide choice of
things to do on board ship, although activities and facilities
will vary from ship to ship. Often a daily newspaper will be
published to let you know what and when things are happening.
Of course, you don't have to do anything at all if you don't want
to, but if you do tire of just lazing in the sun or reading, then
there will be a range of activities to keep you busy.
Swimming is a favourite
past-time on board and most ships have a choice of pools and to
help counter all those gourmet meals available, ships usually have
fully equipped health spas with gymnasium, jacuzzi, beauty
treatments, exercise classes etc.
Your nights, just like your
days, can be as lively or relaxing as you choose. Once you
have dined and enjoyed the company of your new friends you many
want to do nothing more than take a quiet stroll around a moonlit
deck and an early night. If, on the other hand, you start to
come alive in the evenings then there will be an array of
entertainment on offer. With live shows, novelty acts, live
music, dancing, films, night clubs go on into the small hours and
most ships have gaming tables. For the less active there are
the lounges and bars, some with a pianist playing easy listening
sounds or there are a selection of board and card games available.
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Do cruise ships cater for
families?
Some ships are child free,
they don't take passengers under the age of 18, this is because
they do not have the facilities on board to cater for them.
Other ships are designed with the family in mind and have an
extensive range of facilities and activities specifically designed
to entertain different age groups and make sure children and teenagers never get bored.
Teenagers have there own space with video screens, games, music
and discos.
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Aren't cruises expensive?
Like other types of vacation,
cruise prices vary considerably depending on the duration, ship,
itinerary and accommodation you choose. Having chosen your
cruise the price will usually include: all meals, accommodation,
entertainment* and activities* onboard, port charges and taxes.
It does not include personal expenses (for example, onboard
drinks, laundry charges, health and beauty treatments) nor does it
include shore excursions which although offered by most ships are
optional and paid for separately.
Savings can often be made by
booking well in advance, you will also have a wider choice of
cabin positions and types by doing this.
*A charge may be made for
certain entertainment and leisure facilities offered by some
cruise companies, advice can be given once you have selected a
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Travel Documents
A full valid passport is required
before you can embark on a cruise and we would recommend that your
passport has at least six months validity after your date of return
since several countries now require this.
Visa regulations vary
depending on nationality, once you have selected an itinerary we will
advise you on which destinations will require you to hold a valid visa. It is the passengers responsibility to
ensure that they have all the appropriate valid documentation before
they travel.
Health - vaccination
requirements are stipulated by various authorities as and when
circumstances necessitate. We therefore suggest you check the
latest situation before you depart.
Please note:
Some visas take time to obtain and some vaccinations need to be done
well in advance to be effective. Passengers are advised to check
what is required at least 10 - 12 weeks before departure.
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Accommodation
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The type and
layout of cabin available varies greatly from ship to ship,
theses are
just a few examples |
Inside Cabin |
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Outside Cabin
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For details
of prices and itineraries please call Leisure on
17229940 or
email:
leisure@bahraintravel.com.bh
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