Cruise Holidays - Attheta Travel

  Cruise lines have been working to become even better environmental stewards and to help protect the beautiful blue oceans and rivers that are their pathways. For example, many lines have embraced simple ways to reduce their use of fuel, such as adding sun-resistant coatings to windows; and more complex technologies, such as a system that uses air bubbles to reduce friction between a ship and the sea.   But it’s not just the cruise lines that must strive to be more eco-friendly; passengers can take steps toward ecological sustainability, too. Here are some easy things you can do to be more eco while on board:   Bring your own reusable water bottle, reusable drinking straw, and reusable shopping bag . Having a water bottle you can refill eliminates the waste you would produce by going through multiple plastic bottles of water. And, it’s amazing how many disposable paper or plastic straws you could go through on a cruise; packing your own sturdy, reusable straw wil...

  Fixing Up Your Cabin   Compact but comfortable, cruise ship cabins are quite well-equipped. But, there are a few little tricks for making your cozy cabin feel bigger and more functional.   Before you leave home The best way you can make any cruise ship cabin feel larger and more well-organized is to pack as lightly as you can for your cruise. Bring clothes you can mix, match and wear more than once. And, bring only what you know you’ll be comfortable and feel good in; don’t pack clothes or shoes you won’t end up wearing.   Pack some magnetic hooks or clips (pick strong, study ones). Most cabins are equipped with at least a couple of hooks for hanging bathrobes. But, because cabin walls are magnetic, you can temporarily attach more hooks and use them to hang caps, swimsuits, pajamas, jackets, and more.   Cruise ship bathrooms don’t have much storage space, so you’ll love this popular fix: an over-the-door hanging shoe organizer that will pack flat in yo...

    While any cruise ship cabin offers comfort and convenience, sailing in a suite can really elevate your cruise experience. And, it’s about more than square footage. The “perks” (special extras) that come with a suite make a cruise more luxurious and may be more affordable than you think.   While you’ll pay more for a suite than a standard cabin, some things you might be used to paying extra for are often included with a suite. When you consider the extras, you may find a suite is a good match for your budget. Exactly what’s included depends on the cruise line and ship you choose, but here are some examples of the services suite passengers often receive as part of their fare.   Most beverages (except for still water, plain coffee or tea, and some juices) served on a cruise ship come with an extra charge – unless you’re staying in a suite. Beverages of all kinds are usually served to suite passengers at no additional charge. You can enjoy sparkling water, so...

Cruising is promoted as all-inclusive, because cruise fares include all the necessities for a great vacation. However, your cruise fare won’t cover everything you could possibly do onboard – all cruises feature optional extras that carry additional fees. Let’s look at what is generally included in your fare, and what is not. Stateroom . Your accommodation is included in your cruise fare; in fact, your fare is largely determined by the category of stateroom you choose, from an inside cabin to a spacious suite. You’ll also have the services of a cabin steward, who will clean and tidy your stateroom at least once a day. Some suite accommodations also include butler and concierge service. Beverages . Most ships provide tap water, regular coffee and tea, iced tea, and some juices at no additional charge. You will probably need to pay extra for bottled or sparkling water, soda, specialty coffees and teas, smoothies and alcoholic drinks. However, most cruise lines offer discounted...