Lorio77

Ok.  Thinking of a Southen Caribbean cruise next November for our 25th anniversary.   Equionox ship on Celebrity was recommended as we want less children.  I believe the time frame of early November will help as well with that :).  Which state room/suite would you recommend?  Want nice space, great view/awesome balcony.     Don't mind paying few extra $$ as it's a big anniversary and our FIRST cruise ever!!!   Also I see Celebrity also has a cruise that includes Grand Cayman, Panama, Columbiac Costa Rica and Mexico.   Anyone been on that one and can provide thoughts?   I think it was a different ship then the one recommended.    Thanks so much!!!

lori

You're not asking too much. Look at Oceania. Read the reviews and do the math ("net daily rate" instead of cabin cost only) and the outstanding quality/value will quickly become apparent.

Also, think about Polynesia instead of the Caribbean.

 

 

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Cruising when the schools are in session will get you fewer families. Stay away from anything before Labor Day, Thanksgiving week, or the two weeks of Christmas and New Years. Look at the smaller ships in Royal Caribbean fleet (these tend to attract an older crowd), or Celebrity. Avoid Carnival and Disney. These are great cruise lines but tend to attract the families. However, even if you chose to cruise either of these you will likely not be too overrun with families if you cruise when school is in session. Make sure you buy travel insurance too! Especially if going out during hurricane season. Do research on purchasing the insurance from a company other then the cruise line as it will save you $$.

 

 

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Thank you and yes, i'm aware of Hurricane Season :) I said "fall" but thinking November/Dec. but wanted to see options :) Good to know though where most ships will be around that time. Thank you!

Hello - Husband and I are thinking to try a seven day Caribbean cruise next fall. I'm starting my research now. We will want a ship that is not over-run with families. I don't mean to offend anyone as I love children/families as much as any other person :) but we just like vacations without a lot of children running around as it's just the two of us and our time to relax & unwind....... I'm looking for recommendations for a good ship/company based on this main want. We also want a ship that is updated, cabins offering balconies, nice pool areas/amenities and good food options - LOL - guess i'm not asking for much, right? :)

Anyway - just looking for suggestions. Thinking Eastern Caribbean for now. Appreciate the feedback.

Lorio

Thank you - that is a good suggestion about Rome! :)

Lorio

Thank you - I am definatley checking out this cruise line - are there other options that would offer a slightly larger ship and perhaps more entertainment /dining options, etc. for the evenings?

Thanks again....

Lorio

Thank you for this.... As to the poster that asked where I want to go.... well, the itinerary should ideally include France, Italy, Greece and Turkey. Looking for approx. a 12 day with great port cities so I can do a couple days pre & post.....

Lorio

Hello - hubby and I have never cruised before but are very interested in a Mediterranean crusie - a 12 day. We had a friend take a similar cruise and he did pre days in Spain and post in Italy - plus the cruise - sounded like bliss :)

What cruise line would you recommend - we are two adults late forties, no children so It's very important to have a ship that is more high end and caters to adults or at least very little children. Again, we will want a ship that is quality/perhaps higher-end and don't mind paying a few extra dollars - we just don't want a "party-boat/spring break" atmosphere if you know what I mean....

Really appreciate the advice.

Thank you.

Lorio