Longer Cruise Is Better
So you’ve decided on taking a cruise for your next vacation but you’re still trying to figure out how long of a cruise you should take. Three and four day cruise holidays are becoming increasingly popular due to busy schedules and short vacation time but these short trips are not long enough to get a real feel for life at sea. There are many reasons why a longer cruise is the best option if you can afford it and take the time off.
If you’ll be flying to your port of embarkation then you’ll be road weary even before you board the ship. You’ll need at least a day to adjust to a new time zone and recover from jet lag. Even if you live close to your port, you’re sure to be tired from packing and the hassles of preparing for a holiday. If you’re prone to sea sickness then you’ll be spending your first day getting acclimated and therefore not able to do much.
A seven day cruise should be your minimum. It will give you time to adjust to a new time zone, unwind from trip preparations and get adjusted to life on board the ship. You also won’t feel like you have to squeeze everything in which can cause exhaustion and frustration. A two week cruise is even better since the longer the cruise, the better spaced the ports are call are.