Cruises--Ever been on one or thinking about going on one?

I was lucky enough to attend a wedding on a ship "The Symphony" The cruise was very nice although the wedding a bit of a disaster. The bride and groom made all our arrangements for us, so not sure what to tell you there. The staff look after you very well with all sorts of entertainment. The food is also very nice. I would like to go on another cruise, just have to decide where to. Hope you do your cruise and have a great time!

I have been to many dozens of cruises. I treat them more of a leisure trip than anything. Don't let the phobia of being surrounded by water grip you. Just make sure you choose a reputable cruise line and that it is a big liner you are travelling on and all should be fine. Check around the papers for cruise offerings. You can approach tour agencies too - they tie up with cruise lines to sell the places (though they usually charge a higher fee than if you approach the cruise line yourself - since they are the middleman). If you visit your local library or bookstore, they may keep stock of directories specifically for cruise lines. They are thick books of info about many cruise lines around the world so you can check them out. ;-)

i to have never been on a cruise and would love to go on one. when my son gets a little older me and my husband are thinking about taking him on a Disney Cruise. they have things for all ages. so it sounds real good. they arent cheap so we are going to have to save for awhile.

I've been to cruises many times and each trip gave me nothing but unforgettable experiences. I was 18 when I first had the chance to cruise. My jaw dropped everywhere I went. I can't believe that our room actually looked like a five star hotel room. There's swimming pool, jacuzzi, casino, billiard room, huge restaurant and so on. The ship was moving so smoothly that you forget you're in the sea instead of dry land. I also get to see different creatures floating in the sea. You should try it yourself. Its really exciting. Forget about the horror stories you heard. Make sure you book on a reputable cruise which I'm sure many members here had already told you. Good luck and happy cruising.

I would love to go on a cruise but I know how you feel about being ill as yuo seem to see alot on the news of cruise ships being full of illnesses. A friend of mine went on one while we were at college and ended up having a relationship with one of the crew, at that time the bbc where on the ship filming a documentary so she spent most of her cruise trying to make sure her and her new friend were not caught on camera.

this is a good discussion. i have always wanted to go on a cruise myself but at the moment the budget doesn't look like it will allow me to go one. at least not at the very near future. just like you, i have heard of horror stories especially when it comes to piracy. i wonder whether some of the stories are true or not.

no, i've never been on one and i am dying to go on one when i have save enough money... i love travelling to and my dream is to travel the whole world... i hope i can realise my dream someday...

Ten years ago we had the most brillient and exciting holiday ever. We flew to Luxor for a week in my favourite city in Egypt and then took a coach down the dessert road to Aswan. After a day in Aswan we cruised back down the river Nile back to Luxor. It was only for five days but was an amazing experience. We stopped at the temple sites all along the way seeing ancient culture in an uncrouded context but also past villages that had remained unchanged for thousands of years. It truely was a magical experience and something i would recomend to anyone. blessed be

I've been on a cruise for my honeymoon. it was one of the most wonderful experiences i had. the ship and the crew was so friendly. they've got like a lot of activities for us to do inside. the ship had a swimming pool so we could swim if we want and at night we could go on a disco. the water wasn't even scary. just that one night there was a storm and i really felt so dizzy i really had to go to sleep. it is like a continuous swaying that you could not stop. but the next morning, the ocean was once again peaceful and we still had fun.

Cruise, that a word that has been crossing our lips for years but we just never got around to do it. But we are about to retire in the this next year and that is when we will go on our first cruise. We will make sure we talk to plenty of people before we decide as I have heard that some do not like some cruises so it's important to get the right cruise. Not too much wild partying but not too much shuffle board either. :)

i've always wanted to have this one, but as always the money is the problem. this is one of the greatest way to celebrate a honey moon!

I have travelled approxomately 4 times between Sweden and Finland. It takes about 13 hrs but the journey is really good. Initially I was very scared of motion sickness and sea sickness, but I didnt have those symptoms at all. In winter I used to watch from the windows, the cruise move ahead in special routes while the sorrounding sea was frozen. Thats a locely experience. Summer trip was the best. I used to out to the top level and enjoy the ride with other passengers. Especially while coming back from Stockholm, there are many small islands on the way and waving back to the people on these islands was really fun. I am looking forward to try these cruise trips to Estonia, Germany, Russia and a few more.

I had plans to travel on a cruise.This summer if everythig goes fine and well & if i will be able to save some good money.....this is for sure that i am gonna go for a trip to singapore on cruise...

I recently visited goa which was guided through a cruise from MUMBAI asit was my first visit to a cruise i was amazed as it was new to me n ienjoyed too it doesnt matter dat wat all things surround,it matters dat how u perceive dese places wen u go to a temple u see scriptures,domes etc. but u r not tired of seein it.Ya i agree to d fact sme people hvin phobia don't feel comfortable But as a separate thing its a good adventure

I LOVE cruises! I have only been on one and it was for 6 hours from Ft. Lauderdale to the Bahamas. It was breath taking and so much fun. I had a blast on the cruise ship, so much to do and see. The water is beaustiful with the differents shades of blue depending on the depth. I love the water and fishing and now cruises. I plan to go on the Alaska cruise within the next 10 years.

id love to go on a cruise, but i know i wont be able to for a long while until i start working and get some money behind us. so we can afford to go on a holiday. my partner has been working hard but the drought has affected everything (living and working on a farm) and just cant have treats like that until we get ahead.

I would love to go on a cruise! Hey I'll go with you! j/k My friend's mom recently went on a crusie to the Bahamas I am not sure which cruise line she used. This is a pretty cool site to check out cruises http://www.cruisesonly.com

I have not been on one but I have actively been looking at one. Here are some conclusions I have come to.... 1) You need to go with another person or the cost doubles. The reason is that every room has 2 beds and both beds must be occupied on the cruise. If you want the room to yourself, then you have to pay full price for the other person's bed. 2) Cruise fares greatly differ depending on numerous events. The main one being the time of the year you go. Many cruises have specials during the winter and for example, right now you can do a 4 day bahama cruise for around $300 a person. That includes room and all meals. However, that generally does not include any port fees, meaning you pay extra to leave the boat if you want to when it docks somewhere. It's optional if you want to leave though. 3) All food is included. That makes it nice so you don't have to worry about buying meals while on the boat. 4) Most activities are free. There is pleanty to do on a cruise ship that suits peoples needs of all ages and interests. 5) You have to buy a plane ticket and figure out how to get to the port. Sometimes you can buy that through the cruise line but I'll tell you the plane tickets generally cost more that way. If you are highly considering a cruise then look at the cruise websites. The main ones are Carnival, Princess, and Royal Caribean. When looking at a cruise pick out where you want to go, then look at each ship. Every ship offers different items on it. Then look at prices and see which suits your needs and wants more. Good luck.

Oh i love to travel! bUT just like you i have never been on a cruise... But i'm planning to go on cruises. Anyway i'm still 17 so I still have time. When I finish school and have my own money I would love to be in a cruise! My advise is go on a cruise with the one you love... It would be soooo much fun and don't forget to shop till you drop. =)

First of all I love to travel as well and have been on several cruises. My first cruise was on the Carnival line and the vacation started off nice until the sea got choppy and I became nauseas and didn't enjoy the rest of that night but once I recovered the rest of the trip was wonderful. All other cruises I have been on were a blast. I had so much fun on the boat during Day at Sea and when we would dock so that we could get off at one of the destinations. I plan cruises around the group of people that I am going with. I work with a wonderful travel agency who goes above and beyond our expectations. I also take into account what locations would have something for everyone involved. Then we book. Check out carnival cruise lines;royal carribean; and celebrity. Also Disney cruises are not just for the kids. They are wonderful for Adults as well. Good Luck and maybe talk with travel agency rep in your city so that they can work to get you the best deals.