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More than 12.6 million people worldwide took cruise vacations in 2007, according to Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), making some wonder why this type of travel is so popular.
“When compared to other types of vacations, cruising holds the highest percentage of participants who express extreme satisfaction,” answers CLIA.
Typically, a cruise package will include accommodations, meals, shipboard facilities and activities, entertainment and, of course, travel from port to port.
“Compare the price of a seven-day cruise to a week’s stay at a comparable resort, where the guest must also pay extra for all meals, entertainment and leisure activities-with no additional travel-and the value of cruising is readily apparent,” says CLIA.
Cruising also makes it easy to explore the world. In addition to inclusive, value-added pricing and the comfort of having a ‘home away from home’ for the duration of the trip, there’s the relaxation that comes from knowing that every travel arrangement has been made.
Cruises also offer a variety of choices that include big or small ships, short or lengthy trips, a variety of destinations and various prices.
Report by David Wilkening
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