Cruising for the first time is exciting and terrifying all at the same time. Surely, you have your own set of preconceived notions of how the structure looks like or what activities will you likely engage in throughout the journey. Of course, you seek the help of your friends who have been to a cruise however they say varied opinions. Let me simplify things for you. Here are the general things you could expect when in a cruise.
The ship is different from the regular passenger vessel.
Well, it technically has the same generic features such as a deck, engines and an anchor. What I meant with being different is the interior quarters of the ship. You will be amazed seeing a shopping center, a casino, five-star restaurant, disco halls, and bowling alleys inside. You cannot imagine how these structures majestically fitted in inside such relatively small space. When you are inside, you will forget that you are actually traversing the seas.
You will less likely get nauseous because of motion sickness.
Unlike ordinary marine vessels, a cruise ship is equipped with high-end technology that seeks to resolve the uncomfortable movement of the ship due to malevolent waves. As I have mentioned, you would not notice that you are actually moving since technology has got you all covered. But just to be sure, you might want to pack medicines to relieve motion sickness should this one strike you in your journey.
Getting into a cruise is not as expensive as you think it is.
When we hear about a person going for a cruise, we usually regard him as an affluent one. It is about time that we dispel such notion. You can always avail this luxury at an affordable price if you are able to book your trip at an earlier date where marked-down offers are in influx. There are also tour packages that offer a great deal if you travel in groups.
Now you have it. Cruising is not exclusive to the rich and the privileged. You may want to try one out on your next payday. Your finances must not reprimand you from having fun.
Those cocktails are not always complimentary.
While some cruise ships offer you free drinks, majority will have to make you pay it on top of your accommodation. So be sure to check if your passes include those drinks or else you will have to shell out a few bucks for that.
Anticipate an emergency drill.
Of course. Safety is the primordial concern of the crew apart from your satisfaction. That is why ships conduct mock evacuation to instruct the passengers as to how each emergency may be handled.
Tipping is not mandatory at all times.
Your service crews are trained to ensure your smooth-sailing journey on board. For exemplary work, they deserve extra bucks which could also inspire them to do better. However, do not despair. These tips may be dispensed with as other lines include it in the package you paid for. It is important therefore that you ask the booking representative as to whether these charges are inclusive of the tip.