Mini Cruises
March 2nd, 2010
Cruises don’t have to mean weeks and weeks at sea. Most cruise companies, including Carnival, Thomson, Costa and P&O offer what are known as mini cruises.
Mini cruises are perfect for anyone wanting to just sample the cruising life or for those just looking for a short break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. You will have the luxury and benefits of a full cruise, just shorter in length.
Usually, mini cruises last around two to four days, but they can be as long as a week. Most short cruises will depart from a port in the United Kingdom, while those lasting for up to seven days may require you to fly to an international port and meet the cruise liner there. Usually, mini cruises involve Mediterranean itineraries.
You will be offered exactly the same service, on a mini cruise that you would expect to find on a full length one. Meals are included in the package, as are gyms, spas, entertainment and all the usual activities. You can also join any shore excursions that may be taking place at the various ports of call.
Mini cruises are a great way to get a taste for what a full length cruise is like, this may be your first time and if you aren’t sure it’s for you a mini cruise is perfect to get your feet just wet enough to decide whether it’s your type of holiday.