If you are the kind of tourist who likes to visit places with outstanding landscapes and multicultural cities, then Asia is the place to go. This continent has a rich history and it’s where an action-loving tourist would go. There’s just too much going on for you to simply lay back and enjoy the sun. Take a cruise to Asia today and you will not be disappointed.
You will definitely be charmed by Asian cities such as Hong Kong & Singapore. The temples in Japan and Cambodia are a must visit for anyone who’s visiting. Plus, if you are the adventurous type, touring the rain-forests in Asia will prove to be more than satisfactory. Not to forget the Great Wall of China, and Thailand’s Phang Nga Bay.

Tourists who want to visit several Asian countries understand that cruising there is the best alternative. You can decide to take a 2 week cruise, starting from Sri Lanka to Thailand. There’s also a three week cruise that starts off at China all the way to Japan. Any of these cruises will make you want to visit there again and again. A popular voyage is one that starts from Hong-Kong to Singapore.

When touring Asia it’s best to understand that different Cruise lines have different travelling timelines. Important information worth noting is that the rainy seasons in some Asian countries overlap the cruise timeline. Hence, you can expect some rain during your tour (October-December in Malaysia and December to February in Indonesia). Most cruises take place from December to the end of March.

Given that you’ll probably be taking long flights to get to South Asia and the Far East, the budget will be hefty, especially if you are visiting as a family. A lot of money is usually spent on air tickets. In addition, many people tour this region, so it would be best if you booked early when the prices are more appealing. If you have a flexible itinerary you could always go for late offers.

There’re several cruise lines operating here. Most of them have big ships that also cater for the local market. They include;

Whenever you sign up for a cruise line excursion in the Caribbean, you are automatically destined for great fun. That being said, most excursions are usually pricey especially if you intend to tour as a family. You end up paying extra so that everything is arranged conveniently for you in advance. Below are some useful tips you’ll need when planning your cruise, especially if you need to spend less.

When it’s hot and sunny in the Caribbean, there’s nothing more appealing than heading for the beach. Choose a cruise line that takes you to a strip of sand where you will enjoy a sun bath and relax. On the other hand, there are some Islands like St Lucia where you can just use a public bus since the ships dock near the central bus terminal. There’s also the option of using taxis, which can collect you from the cruise terminal and drive you across the south coast. You’ll probably spend around $25, which isn’t that expensive, plus you’ll come across many decent eateries with cheap food.

There are lots of cruise lines that you can choose from. Some of them include shore tours in their fees. The Viking cruises offers one shore tour at each port while the Regent Seven Seas Cruises offers several complimentary tours at every port.

There so much to do in the Caribbean, there’s also a lot of places to go sight seeing. A week’s tour isn’t enough even though it’s worth it. Enjoy snorkeling, zip lining, hiking and many other activities during your tour and always ensure that you use only certified operators.

For safety reasons, leave valuables in your cabin. Use an escorted tour if you can and never exchange a lot of cash, you don’t want to return home with lots of unwanted currency.