Cruise Infographic by Bolsover Cruise Club
Why the Med is perfect for last-minute
cruises
We all know how it can be - life gets in the
way when you’re trying to organise a getaway and before you know it the summer
is upon you and you don’t have a holiday booked. Rather than scrabbling with
everyone else for the best available package at a standard sun, sea and sand
resort, go on a cruise.
We know what you’re thinking - ‘cruises
are for old people’; ‘I don’t want to be stuck with lots of people I don’t
know’; ‘won’t I get bored when I’m not visiting a port?’; ‘where can I even go
on a cruise anyway?’.
Stop and throw all those preconceptions
out of the window because not only are last-minute cruises fantastic value for money, but they could also
introduce you to destinations you’d never otherwise have explored.
The Mediterranean is a classic example of
a region that’s home to many hidden gems. Incredible beaches, cultural cities
and fascinating heritage sites all await if only you’d give yourself the chance
to try something different.
If you’re going for a last-minute deal,
the Med is a particularly good choice because it’s so close to the UK. You
won’t need to travel far, even if you opt for a fly-cruise option, before you
meet your ship. Thanks to the wide-scale adoption of the Euro, you’re also
unlikely to have to worry about exchanging your currency multiple times. And,
of course, it’s an incredibly varied place to explore too.
For plenty of variety, go on an itinerary
that takes in some of Europe’s most sophisticated cities and beautiful
landscapes - a 14-day journey around Italy’s coastline, on to Croatia,
Montenegro, Corfu and finally Corsica.
This particular trip really does feature a
little bit of everything, with cities like Rome and Naples providing history in
abundance. Florence and Venice, meanwhile, are renowned for being creative hubs
and home to some of the world’s most spectacular artworks.
Spend time in Dubrovnik and you’ve got
fantastic beaches just a short distance from the city’s amazing Old Town. Kotor
in Montenegro is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful fjords you’re likely
to see. And in Genoa and Corfu you can sample classic Mediterranean delicacies.
Ajaccio in Corsica is the ideal place to relax, with its seafront promenade perfect
for a gentle stroll and a profusion of pavement cafes where you can sip a
coffee and watch the world go by.
As if fitting nine holiday destinations
into one trip (without any stress or hassle on your part, we might add) wasn’t
enough, you’ve also got several days at sea during which you can enjoy the
delights of your cruise liner.
Modern cruise ships are huge and boast
plenty of entertainment for all kinds of travellers. There are theatre shows,
clubs, casinos and chic bars to keep you amused after dark, while the day time
is reserved for leisurely trips to the spa, refreshing dips in the pool and
working on your tan on the sundeck.
