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INDAGARE'S TOP CRUISING TIPS

08 November 2019 - Destinations

For those who wish to do a multi-country itinerary with ease, cruising is appealing because you can visit a new exciting place every day without the stresses of flying or driving.

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How To Pick The Right Itinerary:

The best way to pick your cruise is to focus on the destinations of interest and your dates, as ships move around. Since you never have more than a day or two in each port, first of all, pack wisely with only the essentials: a Vilebrequin cotton polo for a summer cruise or a warm Vilebrequin coat for the cold weather. Then, be aware that the ideal itineraries are not the ones that visit cities like Rome or resort areas like Capri or Amalfi, where you will undoubtedly want more time, but instead stop in hard-to-reach locales or regions that are best explored by sea anyway, such as the Baltics, the Greek islands, parts of southeast Asia, or South America.

While many cruise lines adhere to the ‘hop on, hop off’ method (featuring large, hurried tours that limit guests’ experience), the best cruises fully immerse visitors in each destination. From the cultural riches of China to the icy shores of Antarctica, look for cruise lines that offer a range of exciting, unique excursions. Smaller ships often pull into ports that larger vessels cannot (to provide guests with the most exclusive access to locations), be it the hidden jewels of Sicily, the natural wonders of Greenland or secret inlets in French Polynesia. On board, top cruise lines feature guest chefs and vintners, live music (be it a pianist or Bavarian quartet), plus elegant card rooms with bridge instructors; Ama Waterways hosts and many have tennis courts, libraries, swim-up bars, wine tastings and cooking classes on offer. Be sure to stand out in a Vilebrequin linen shirt, comfortable and elegant.

How To Pick The Right Ship:

One of the many concerns of cruise-goers is that they will never ‘get away from it all’—which is, for some, the very aim of a vacation. So we recommend choosing a smaller ship. It’s a fact that some cruise companies are more thoughtful than others, and to avoid ending up on a massive ship that spills thousands of passengers into too-small port towns, it pays to do some homework on the cruise companies you’re considering, the size of the ships and the ports of call. There are only a handful of high-end cruise companies and specific boats that are better (and most of the time smaller) than others.

Silversea, Ama Waterways, Crystal Cruises and Ponant are several of Indagare’s preferred cruise lines. A departure from the stereotypical mega-cruises, these ships provide truly authentic getaways, five-star experiences and exquisite cuisine. Interested in traveling on a cruise? Contact Indagare to learn more about the best destinations, ships and more.