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Expand your knowledge about other countries and cultures on your next cruise!
It's no secret that a lot of people enjoy cruising because of the sun and surf. People who want more than a t-shirt and a tan, however, can now stimulate their minds.
To enhance the cultural experience, cruisers can shop in village markets, learn about native customs, dine on multicultural cuisine, tour museums and attend festive performances. |
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Today's enrichment cruises offer:
- Destination-intensive itineraries that include visits to eccentric locales
- Natural history and eco-cruise itineraries that feature wildlife expeditions, rain forest hikes and mountain treks
- World-class lecturers who specialize in a region's geography, history, culture and wildlife
- Seminars, demonstrations and round-table discussions given by guest speakers
- Pre- and post-cruise tour packages that allow cruisers to immerse themselves in a foreign culture
- Special performances by native artists
- Exclusive shore excursions that feature tours of prominent museums and trips to historic sites
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Cruise Tip
Learn the exit route from your cabin to the open decks, in case of emergency. |
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Off-the-beaten-path destinations include visits to the:
- Volcanic islands of the Galapagos
- Rugged mountains and glaciers of Greenland
- Ice-sculptured tundra of Antarctica
- Chilean fjords of Patagonia
- Beaches of Rio de Janeiro
- Fishing villages, hamlets and fjords of Norway
- Gain knowledge of different cultures and histories and carry them with you forever
You've got nothing to lose but your inexperience
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Sail through your silver years in a more serene cruising environment.
Senior travelers who don't want to be stuck with rowdy college kids or screaming children can take solace in the fact that several cruise lines take great satisfaction in offering a quiet, hassle-free atmosphere.
Cruise lines catering to older cruisers give them the opportunity to appreciate a slower-paced cruise that places an emphasis on hospitality and leisure.
These cruise lines include Cunard Line, Holland America Line and Swan Hellenic Cruises. Swan Hellenic even offers child free cruises. |
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Activities aboard these ships include:
- Dancing at socials
- Embarking on shore excursions
- Playing cards
- Attending cocktail parties
- Interacting with hosts
- Taking fitness classes
- Reading books
- Relaxing in spas
- Listening to lectures and presentations
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Cruise Tip
If your cruise is less than satisfactory, inform a cruise line representative as soon as possible. |
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Seniors with medical needs will appreciate the accessibility of the ship and the standard medical facilities that cater to their needs.
Dining rooms even accommodate low-calorie, low-salt and low-cholesterol diets. |
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