Would you go again, or would you like to go on a cruise?... If so what cruise line did you go on and did you like it?? have you tried several cruise lines...if so what one was better?
I went on a cruise back in 2001 and it was wonderful...5 days, 4 nights...Carnival cruise line--it was such a great experience and the crew was wonderful --I would so recommend them!!!! .... we had a group of 23 of us and it was one of the greatest vacations we had... but we havent been on vacation since because of money or the timing hasnt been good.... and we would love to get away.
We have been talking about a family vacation now with the 4 of us...so that will be different for us... LOL lol the last time we went on vacation it was still just hubby and me.
so have you been on a cruise....when, where did you go, what cruise line did you use??.... or have you looked into taking a cruise?
[question posted by bookreadermom08]
responses and comments:
To be honest with you I have no desire to travel. I do not like packing or unpacking much less living out of a suitcase. I also hate hotels. If I ever did have to (and i mean HAVE TO) travel I would hope it would be close enough to home that i could rent a car and drive. [muscles4me]
hey muscles4me... thats cool... I have an aunt and uncle that are the exact same way....like every couple years they go stay at a cabin up north and that is like an over night trip... they hate to travel!! thats cool... its not for everyone!! but thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
that's one of my hottest dream! to travel to go to a cruise.. my God how i wish .. i know God will grant it soon. amen thanks [carrine]
I am sure you will get to go.... just keep saving and checking for great deals... it was so worth it!!! you will love it. We saved up for a year--like 20.00 a week in an envelope I think is what we did... and had the cruise paid off and we had money for the cruise too... this way we didnt have to pay for any bills afterwards when we got home...it was all done on cash!! alot of our group did it on credit cards and had to pay for it after....try not to do that!! this was way more fun!! thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
I LOVE traveling, but I have never been on a cruise. I worry that I could possibly get sea sick on the boat. I once went on a day trip, casino cruise and I felt the boat moving the entire time - it was awful! I worry that I would go on this cruise for a week and be miserable. I also worry about the size of the rooms. I like my space, and a really small "hotel room" on the cruise ship would really bother me. I don't really think cruises are for me! lol A lot of people love them though and have a really great time! [Jennlk84]
I was concerned about that too...there were some rough days at sea but it was really cool... and our ship had like 2100 people on it and yet you never felt crowded ever.... it was really cool. I think if you ever get a chance to just tour a cruise ship...check it out and check the rooms you might be surprised....LOL thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
I can suffer from sea sickness if the waves are rough. I am an independently minded sort of traveler so it would be frustrating for me to get to a lovely destination at 8 the morning and then have to be back on the cruise ship at 5 in the evening. I would like facilities like a swimming pool on board I wouldn't enjoy dinning on the ship I am sure. I have looked at some cruise line brochures and the prices for a single person are very expensive. Some cruise liners charge much for a toddler or a baby and some don't accept those under 2 at all. I really would love to visit places in the Caribbean and Central America like Cartagena de Indies, San Andres Island, Providence Island, San Blas Islands and the Panama Canal. I think of a cruise around the Galapagos Islands if I ever have enough money. I am so glad that you really enjoyed your cruise. In 2001 I went to New Zealand and the South Pacific Islands by air. [maximax8]
yes, that was the only downfall...being in port by 8 am and being back on ship by a certain time.... it worked out well for us, but to have been able to see certain things at sunset would have been cool too. the food however was THE BEST food we have ever had anywhere and we have traveled a bit before we were married.... I have never done an all-inclusive and that is my next thing I would like to try...where you stay at the hotel and everything is included...now that would be cool too! thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
nope..i never take trip by cruise before, but i wish i will have one in future..i am plan to have trip around the world by cruise..that will be nice..hope my wish will be realize soon.. [fasyahime]
that does sound really nice, I hope you get to do that one day!!!! thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
I have not been on a cruise before and would like to if there's opportunity and when budget allows. Right now going for a holiday is out of the question. But one day when our budget allows, I would like to go on a cruise...I have seen photos of the interior of a cruise....one thing for sure is the food is like 24 hours on going....ehehhe!!! [eagle_f15]
Yes...lolthere is food 24/7 and it is the best food too... and we did eat alot too!! LOL I hope you get the chance to one day....thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
ive been on a few cruises, the carribean was awesome, theyre more for the lazy and not so adventurour however theyre still enjoyable and probably the easiest way to visit so many different location in a short peroid of time. [garyc09]
for the lazy??confused what group of people did you go with??w00t ...we had a group of 23 and we had a group party just for us since our group was so large.... we went swimming with the stingray, shopping in Cozumel, had a margarita in Carlos N Charlies.... swimming on the ship... traveling to all the clubs.... and we slept like a baby being rocked by the soft waves at night!! LOL happy although I guess at some points we could have taken it easier!! thank for the response. [bookreadermom08]
Oooh Ooohh I would love to do that. But isn't expensive. Actually I want that for my parents when they get older as treat for them... before myself. That would be a nice gift right. But of course I still have to save or it. [asianwind]
they really do have great rates at certain times of the year and last minute deals too...but yes, I would save up for one...and I would save up again for the next one if we get the chance to go again... it was awesome. I highly recommend them....and for the leary ones I recommend the 3 or 4 day cruises to see if they want to do more.... those that do seem to always want more...and the ones I have talked to that had 7 day cruises ....still want more...w00t thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
we went on a 10 day cruise for our honeymoon. It was not a party line but a 5 star Italian luxery cruise which we took to Bermuda. It was very very enjoyable. I would like to do so again - this time with our children. That would be fantastic, though I do not see it happening anytime soon. [Modestah]
thank you for the BR ! I appreciate it. [Modestah]
Yup. Being on a cruise was really enjoyable. Mine was 7 days And was on Freedom of the Seas. It was a great experience and you can meet new people there. I really recommend the Freedon of the Seas but at this time its tough for people to afford these luxurys [thekillerz34]
Its true ...today we cant afford it, so I am very glad that we did when we could afford it years ago. I would love to save up for one again, but I think I would also love to try an all-inclusive resort too.... again, something I would have to save up for...LOL thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
No, I haven't been on a cruise, but it's something that I would love to do, someday. I'm just really waiting for the right time to go on a cruise. Not to mention that I can't afford a cruise, right now. [dodo19]
I know what you mean, we could not afford one right now either... but I would love to go on one again. I hope to anyway go on a few more in the future. If you plan ahead you can save like 20.00 a week for a year...after that your cruise would be paid for and spending money too... thats what we did...saved for a year before.wink thanks for the response. [bookreadermom08]
No, but I would like to try at least once. I think I can't suffer the seasickness, and except my hubby and my dad, my family also can't suffer it. I have planned to go on a cruise for so long, as I need to schedule it and make sure those who can go on a cruse have time to go with us. I have decided to take pills to overcome my seasickness problem, it is just a question of when we can have time to get away. [HelloMickey]
you are very welcome!!! I know of several people that have used them and they said they would never go without them. I hope you get to enjoy a cruise some time soon!! [bookreadermom08]
No, I have never been on a cruise. But I have always wanted to. I love being on or near the water. As I am a water sign, Cancer. I would love to hear everyones favorite place to go on a cruise. [rusty2rusty]
No, I have never been on a cruise. It is a dream that I have had for a long time and I really would like to go but it hasn't happened yet. Maybe as soon as my kids get out on their own, I will be able to take my husband and go. I have heard that Carnival is one of the best ones! [carolscash]