Romantic Honeymoon Cruises

Nothing is more romantic than a honeymoon on the water. Yes, we're talking about a cruise, whether on a large ocean liner or a smaller yacht, whether on the ocean or a river, and whether a 14-day cruise, a 7-day cruise, or a quick 3-day cruise.

Cruises are just romantic. The ocean breezes, the setting sun and the endless vistas naturally bring love to mind. Luckily for those looking for honeymoon cruises, there are an endless array of choices.

Why Choose a Cruise for Your Honeymoon

Aside from the beautiful views, cruises can be an economical way to enjoy a luxury honeymoon with the opportunity for adventurous side trips along the way. Cruises are all-inclusive, which means almost everything is included. All your meals, which are usually gourmet meals served in fine dining rooms, are included. So are many of the on-board activities. About the only things not included are alcohol, gambling, if a casino is included on-board, and any extra shore activities  you may wish to take.

Depending on the length, your cruise will stop in several ports of call, allowing you to either tour the area on your own for free, or purchase activities such as bike tours, scuba diving, helicopter tours, zip line tours, etc.  The great thing about cruises is that your trip is a combination of adventure and relaxing on deck of your ship while taking in the world's beauty.

Shorter, Cheaper Cruises

For couples on a budget, you can choose shorter 3 and 4-day cruises which offer all the great pampering and adventure activities, but at a cheaper price.  What kinds of destinations would you find in 3 and 4-day cruises? Popular destinations include:

• Long Beach or San Diego, California to Baja, Mexico
• Miami or Port Canaveral, Florida to the Bahamas
• New York City to Halifax, Nova Scotia
• Los Angeles, California to Vancouver, Canada
• Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Rotterdam, Netherlands to Le Havre, France

One popular shorter cruise is the Disney cruise from Port Canaveral to their own private island retreat in Nassau, Bahamas. Starting from Walt Disney World in Florida, cruisers are transported to Port Canaveral less than an hour away. From there they board the Disney Wonder for a two-day, three-night cruise to Disney's private island, Castaway Cay.  Castaway Cay offers everything honeymooners could want. Beautiful beaches, tropical breezes and endless opportunities to build memories for a lifetime.

Cruise the Greek Islands on Your Honeymoon

For those looking to get far away, the Greek Islands have been welcoming honeymoon lovers for generations. Board one of Windstar Cruise Lines ships and be transported to Mykonos. Sail around the Mediterranean and forget about the world you left. You two are in a world of your own.

Stops can include Monte Carlo where you can enjoy the nightlife and do a little gambling. Or you can get off at the Riviera and laze out on the beach. Head over to Nice and enjoy one of Europe's most popular honeymoon destinations. On the smaller ships there are fewer than 200 passengers, so you can enjoy cruising in a different way from the mega-ships.

Hawaiian Honeymoon Cruises

You have many options when it comes to Hawaiian cruises. You can choose a cruise which begins outside of Hawaii, such as Ensenada, Mexico, Vancouver, British Columbia, or San Diego, California, Los Angeles, California, or choose an inter-island cruise which begins in Honolulu and sails around the Hawaiian Islands with stops in Kahului, Hilo, and Kona. You'll have plenty of time to explore, then hop on board for a short trip to one of the tiny volcanic islands to enjoy lava-crusted beaches. No need to book a hotel, since you can stay onboard and have all meals included if you want.

Polynesian Honeymoon Cruises

If Polynesia is your idea of a romantic honeymoon destination, and who could disagree, hop aboard the Radisson Seven Seas Paul Gauguin to Tahiti. See Bora Bora by day or night. Enjoy the spectacular sunrise in Papeete then explore the coral atolls of Taha later in the day.

Go scuba diving in some of the world's most exotic waters, teeming with tropical underwater species. You won't be crowded since the ship hosts only about 300 guests. That will make it all the easier to enjoy one of the meals from their world-class chefs.

Which Cruise is the Best for a Honeymoon?

There has always been a variety of destinations for a honeymoon cruise and, in the end, your final choice will solely depend on your own personal preference.  If you prefer the warm weather then you can visit the Bahamas, or maybe Mexico, or even plan a cruise to visit the islands of Greece and all of the treasures they have for you to experience.  If you are looking for a cooler climate then consider a cruise to Alaska.  No, you probably won't be spending time in your bathing suit by the pool, but there is some incredible scenery, with close-up views of glaciers.  And, taking a helicopter tour of a glacier, and actually walking on one can be an awesome experience.

How to Book a Cruise

Honeymoon cruises can be booked one of two ways and either way is just as effective as the other as long as you do your homework.  The first way is directly through the cruise company.  Many cruise companies offer honeymoon cruises that are all-inclusive as far as the ship and the accommodations for any stops may be concerned.  It is always a good idea to inquire about flights to and from the port to make sure you are covered there as many cruise lines do not offer flight arrangements.  The second way to book your honeymoon cruise is through a travel agent.  A travel agent will cost you a fee but they will also do a complete honeymoon cruise package that will include everything you need including airfare and all accommodations.
 

Synonyms:  crusie, cruze, curise, criuse, crucis and cruiz are typos for "cruise."