{"id":12942,"date":"2025-08-01T12:04:08","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T10:04:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/?p=12942"},"modified":"2025-08-29T10:44:36","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T08:44:36","slug":"10-reasons-cruise-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/10-redenen-cruise-vakantie\/","title":{"rendered":"10 reasons why a cruise vacation is so surprisingly fun!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i\">Find out why a cruise vacation could be your ideal trip!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many preconceptions when it comes to a cruise vacation. \u201cIsn't that something for retirees?\u201d or \u201cOn a cruise ship you have no freedom and is certainly nothing for my children.\u201d But nothing could be further from the truth! <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"5451\">Cruising<\/a> is instead a surprisingly fun and relaxing way to travel that is suitable for any age.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is often thought that a cruise vacation is not affordable, but this does not have to be the case at all. You can best compare it to an all-inclusive resort, but at sea! Meals and entertainment are included, you stay in a comfortable room (also called a cabin) and meanwhile sail from destination to destination. That sounds like the ultimate vacation, doesn't it? In this blog, we tell you why a cruise can be a surprisingly good fit for your travel needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Why choose a cruise vacation?<\/h2><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#1-je-pakt-maar-een-keer-je-koffer-uit-en-bezoekt-toch-meerdere-bestemmingen\">1.  You only unpack your suitcase once and still visit multiple destinations\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-alles-is-inbegrepen-van-eten-tot-entertainment\">2. Everything is included: from food to entertainment<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-geschikt-voor-alle-leeftijden-van-families-tot-stellen\">3. Suitable for all ages, from families to couples<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-je-ontdekt-plekken-die-anders-moeilijk-er-bereikbaar-zijn\">4. You discover places that are otherwise difficult(er) to reach<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#5-rustdagen-op-zee-om-echt-te-ontspannen\">5. Rest days at sea to really relax<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#6-uitgebreid-aanbod-aan-restaurants-en-keukens-aan-boord\">6. Extensive range of restaurants and cuisines on board<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#7-veelzijdige-schepen-met-elk-eigen-faciliteiten\">7. Versatile ships, each with its own facilities\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#8-entertainment-voor-elk-moment-van-de-dag\">8. Entertainment for every moment of the day!<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#9-je-krijgt-enorm-veel-waar-voor-je-geld\">9. You get tremendous value for your money<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#10-je-hoeft-niet-te-kiezen-ontdek-meerdere-landen-in-1-reis\">10. No need to choose, discover multiple countries in 1 trip.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-je-pakt-maar-een-keer-je-koffer-uit-en-bezoekt-toch-meerdere-bestemmingen\"><strong>1.  You only unpack your suitcase once and still visit multiple destinations&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You know that moment on vacation when you have to pack your suitcase again because you're going to the next place? Everything is packed, those new souvenirs don't fit in and you're guaranteed to forget something at the hotel. So on a cruise, that's a thing of the past. You just unpack your stuff once, put everything neatly in the closet of your cabin and you're good to go!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you enjoy a cocktail on deck, the ship quietly sails on to the next destination. In the evening you crawl into your own bed and the next morning you wake up in a completely different location. It feels like a round-trip adventure, but without the rush and with much more comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"6852\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bahamas-Atlantis-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Bahamas Atlantis\" class=\"wp-image-6852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bahamas-Atlantis-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bahamas-Atlantis-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bahamas-Atlantis-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bahamas-Atlantis-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bahamas-Atlantis.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nssau, Bahamas Atlantis Resort<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" data-id=\"10725\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/CostaMaya-Mexico-Turtles-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"Costa Maya Mexico - beach and turtles\" class=\"wp-image-10725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/CostaMaya-Mexico-Turtles-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/CostaMaya-Mexico-Turtles-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/CostaMaya-Mexico-Turtles-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/CostaMaya-Mexico-Turtles-1536x1045.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/CostaMaya-Mexico-Turtles.jpg 1563w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Turtles in Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-alles-is-inbegrepen-van-eten-tot-entertainment\">2. Everything is included: from food to entertainment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aboard a cruise ship, everything is about convenience and experience. You eat when and where you want: from buffets to \u00e0 la carte restaurants. You jump into a water park, watch a spectacular show at night or get pampered in the spa. When you want to relax, you simply walk back to your cabin or find a bed by the pool overlooking the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ships like the Norwegian Prima or <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/royal-caribbean-cruises\/icon-of-the-seas\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"6975\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Icon of the Seas<\/a> feel like complete resorts at sea. From street food to fine dining and kids' clubs to theater shows. There is so much to do that a day almost feels too short. And all just in one place, without having to drive or walk far!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" data-id=\"6412\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/DisneyCruiseLine-Treasure-Entertainment.jpeg\" alt=\"Disney Cruise Line - Disney Treasure Entertainment Mickey\" class=\"wp-image-6412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/DisneyCruiseLine-Treasure-Entertainment.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/DisneyCruiseLine-Treasure-Entertainment-300x200.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Disney Cruise Line - Disney Treasure<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"485\" data-id=\"11005\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-HighTrail-1024x485.jpg\" alt=\"MSC World America Cruise High Trail parkour\" class=\"wp-image-11005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-HighTrail-1024x485.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-HighTrail-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-HighTrail-768x364.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-HighTrail-1536x727.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-HighTrail-2048x970.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">High trail parkour \u00a9 MSC Cruises <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"723\" data-id=\"11988\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Waterpark-Slider-StaroftheSeas-1024x723.jpeg\" alt=\"Aerial Waterpark and slides at Star of the Seas - Royal Caribbean Cruises\" class=\"wp-image-11988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Waterpark-Slider-StaroftheSeas-1024x723.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Waterpark-Slider-StaroftheSeas-300x212.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Waterpark-Slider-StaroftheSeas-768x543.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Waterpark-Slider-StaroftheSeas-1536x1085.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Waterpark-Slider-StaroftheSeas.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Waterpark - Star of the Seas by Royal Caribbean <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-geschikt-voor-alle-leeftijden-van-families-tot-stellen\">3. Suitable for all ages, from families to couples<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A cruise is actually the ideal vacation for families! Not only do your kids have a great vacation, but you too! While you are on the ship you both have a totally different experience. They can go on some ships, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/disney-cruise-line\/\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"5455\">Disney Cruise Line<\/a>, to the kids' clubs with peers, having their pictures taken with their favorite characters or watching the funniest shows. You, at the same time, enjoy a relaxing afternoon by the pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"485\" data-id=\"11010\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-ZenArea-1024x485.jpg\" alt=\"MSC World America Cruise, Zen deck area adults only\" class=\"wp-image-11010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-ZenArea-1024x485.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-ZenArea-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-ZenArea-768x364.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-ZenArea-1536x727.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-ZenArea-2048x970.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adult Only \u00a9 MSC Cruises <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-id=\"7228\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NCL-Aqua-spa.jpg\" alt=\"Norwegian Aqua spa\" class=\"wp-image-7228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NCL-Aqua-spa.jpg 800w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NCL-Aqua-spa-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NCL-Aqua-spa-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Norwegian Aqua spa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"690\" data-id=\"8570\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Wish-DCL-Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boutique-1024x690.jpeg\" alt=\"Disney Cruise Line - Disney Wish Bibbidi Bobbed Boutique\" class=\"wp-image-8570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Wish-DCL-Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boutique-1024x690.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Wish-DCL-Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boutique-300x202.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Wish-DCL-Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boutique-768x517.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Wish-DCL-Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boutique-1536x1035.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Wish-DCL-Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boutique.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique \u00a9 2025 Disney<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you traveling with children? Then ships like the <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/royal-caribbean-cruises\/icon-of-the-seas\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"6975\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Icon of the Seas<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/disney-cruise-line\/disney-wish\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"6303\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disney Wish<\/a> ideal: who have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Gi8fwuRPRF4&amp;pp=0gcJCfwAo7VqN5tD\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Gi8fwuRPRF4&amp;pp=0gcJCfwAo7VqN5tD\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">water parks<\/a>, slides, climbing courses, game rooms and kids clubs where they will be entertained all day. For teens, there are even special lounges where they can chill without parents around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, are you going with your partner? Then you can enjoy a sunset dinner together, a spa day, wine tastings or a Broadway-style show. Ships like the <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/norwegian-cruise-line\/norwegian-aqua\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"7244\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Norwegian Aqua<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/msc-cruises\/msc-seascape\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"7016\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSC Seascape <\/a>have beautiful adults-only sections and infinity pools that feel like a boutique hotel on the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"12957\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/05272023_1032mw_xak-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Animators Studio Disney&#039;s Oceaneer Lab\" class=\"wp-image-12957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/05272023_1032mw_xak-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/05272023_1032mw_xak-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/05272023_1032mw_xak-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/05272023_1032mw_xak-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/05272023_1032mw_xak-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Disney Oceaneer Lab<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"724\" data-id=\"11232\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/StaroftheSeas-RoyalCaribbean-HideawayPool-1024x724.jpeg\" alt=\"Hideaway Adult-Only pool on Star of the Seas - Royal Caribbean Cruises\" class=\"wp-image-11232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/StaroftheSeas-RoyalCaribbean-HideawayPool-1024x724.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/StaroftheSeas-RoyalCaribbean-HideawayPool-300x212.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/StaroftheSeas-RoyalCaribbean-HideawayPool-768x543.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/StaroftheSeas-RoyalCaribbean-HideawayPool-1536x1086.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/StaroftheSeas-RoyalCaribbean-HideawayPool.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 Royal Caribbean International<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-je-ontdekt-plekken-die-anders-moeilijk-er-bereikbaar-zijn\"><strong>4. You discover places that are otherwise difficult(er) to reach<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A cruise vacation takes you to places you might not otherwise be so quick to visit, and that's exactly what makes it so special! Many cruises sail past islands that are not always easily accessible by plane or car, such as Cozumel (<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"reistag\" data-id=\"274\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mexico<\/a>), Roat\u00e1n (<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruise-destinations\/western-caribbean\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"1732\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Honduras<\/a>), the Greek Cyclades or the pearls of the <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruise-destinations\/eastern-caribbean\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"1731\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caribbean<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And then there are the private islands of shipping companies, all tropical paradises that you can only reach by cruise ship. Think <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruise-destinations\/bahamas\/disneys-castaway-cay\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"7283\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Castaway Cay<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/disney-cruise-line\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"5455\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disney Cruise Line<\/a> Or Perfect Day at CocoCay from <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/royal-caribbean-cruises\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"5456\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Royal Caribbean<\/a>. Here you can snorkel in crystal clear waters, relax in a hammock under palm trees or go wild in a water park in the middle of the island. Designed specifically for cruise travelers, these islands offer everything you expect from a tropical dream vacation!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Honduras-Roatan-Sunset-1024x731.jpeg\" alt=\"Honduras Isla de Roatan, Cruises - Sunset\" class=\"wp-image-11060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Honduras-Roatan-Sunset-1024x731.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Honduras-Roatan-Sunset-300x214.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Honduras-Roatan-Sunset-768x548.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Honduras-Roatan-Sunset-1536x1097.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Honduras-Roatan-Sunset.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-rustdagen-op-zee-om-echt-te-ontspannen\"><strong>5. Rest days at sea to really relax<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A cruise vacation is not all about getting out and exploring, there are also those wonderful days when you are just at sea. And believe us: these days are also worth their weight in gold! Those rest days at sea give you the space to really relax, recharge and simply enjoy the trip itself. That makes your cruise ship as much fun as the destinations you visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sleep in, enjoy a full breakfast overlooking the sea, read a book by the pool and order a cappuccino on the sun deck. Many ships, such as the Celebrity Beyond or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RF6bqeKUZBo\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RF6bqeKUZBo\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSC Euribia<\/a>, feel like luxury resorts with all the trimmings! Traveling with children? They, too, entertain themselves effortlessly on a sea day. Slides, water parks, play halls and kid's clubs are often open all day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"7077\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seashore-infinity-pool-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"MSC Seashore infinity pool\" class=\"wp-image-7077\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seashore-infinity-pool-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seashore-infinity-pool-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seashore-infinity-pool-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seashore-infinity-pool-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seashore-infinity-pool.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MSC Seashore infinity pool<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"6897\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Icon-surf-5-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Icon of the Seas surf\" class=\"wp-image-6897\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Icon-surf-5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Icon-surf-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Icon-surf-5-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Icon-surf-5-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Icon-surf-5.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Icon of the Sea - Surf<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"485\" data-id=\"11000\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-Aquapark-1024x485.jpg\" alt=\"MSC World America Cruise aqua park concept art, water slides ( Caribbean )\" class=\"wp-image-11000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-Aquapark-1024x485.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-Aquapark-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-Aquapark-768x364.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-Aquapark-1536x727.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-Aquapark-2048x970.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 MSC Cruises <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-uitgebreid-aanbod-aan-restaurants-en-keukens-aan-boord\"><strong>6. Extensive range of restaurants and cuisines on board<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On a cruise ship, you never eat the same thing twice, unless of course you want to. The choice is vast: from buffets and pizzerias to sushi, tapas, steak and fine dining. Many ships, such as the Norwegian Prima, Icon of the Seas or Celebrity Ascent, have dozens of dining options with flavors from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And the best part? Most of it is included in your cruise vacation. Whether you dine with the family in a themed restaurant on Disney Cruise Line, or the two of you choose a romantic ocean-view dinner. The quality of the food is often excellent, and the service you receive is also unlike any restaurant on land,&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"718\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Drinks-IconoftheSeas-1024x718.jpeg\" alt=\"Drinks Icon of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International Cruises\" class=\"wp-image-11140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Drinks-IconoftheSeas-1024x718.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Drinks-IconoftheSeas-300x210.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Drinks-IconoftheSeas-768x538.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Drinks-IconoftheSeas-1536x1077.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Drinks-IconoftheSeas.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 Royal Caribbean International<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-veelzijdige-schepen-met-elk-eigen-faciliteiten\"><strong>7. Versatile ships, each with its own facilities&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No two cruise ships are the same, so there is always a ship that best suits your vacation needs. Royal Caribbean is all about adventure: from surf simulators to the largest water park at sea on the Icon of the Seas. Disney Cruise Line combines luxury and magic with themed restaurants and Marvel- or Star Wars-style kids' clubs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Norwegian Cruise Line also has many extras with a go-kart track on deck, Broadway shows and a unique \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/activity\/more-at-sea-package\/\" data-type=\"activiteit\" data-id=\"12930\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">More at Sea<\/a>\u2019 concept. MSC Cruises offers stylish cruises with indoor aqua parks, an LED promenade and family-friendly amenities. And Celebrity Cruises is all about modern design and tranquility, with rooftop gardens, art and high-end spas. There are many more shipping companies, each with their own style and destinations! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"5843\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"disney-treasure\" class=\"wp-image-5843\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Disney Treasure<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"7024\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seascape-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Seascape ext 1\" class=\"wp-image-7024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seascape-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seascape-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seascape-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seascape-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Seascape.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MSC Seascape<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-entertainment-voor-elk-moment-van-de-dag\"><strong>8. Entertainment for every moment of the day!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In case you are not yet convinced, a cruise vacation is anything but boring! The range of entertainment has increased enormously, so no age need be bored on board! There are often theme nights, cinemas, sports facilities and beautiful swimming pools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch an ice show on the Icon of the Seas, attend a real Broadway musical on Norwegian Viva, or indulge in an immersive Frozen dinner show on the <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/disney-cruise-line\/disney-wish\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"6303\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disney Wish<\/a>. At MSC Cruises you'll enjoy acrobatic Cirque du Soleil-style performances, and at Holland America Line you'll discover lounges with beautiful music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"836\" height=\"451\" data-id=\"11009\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-paxos-e1754039169146.jpeg\" alt=\"MSC World America Cruise, Paxos restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-11009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-paxos-e1754039169146.jpeg 836w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-paxos-e1754039169146-300x162.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MSC-WorldAmerica-paxos-e1754039169146-768x414.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 836px) 100vw, 836px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 MSC Cruises <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"7222\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-dek-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Norwegian Aqua deck\" class=\"wp-image-7222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-dek-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-dek-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-dek-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-dek-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Norwegian-Aqua-dek.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Norwegian Aqua<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"8600\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Dream-DCL-GoffysSportsDeck-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream Goofy Sports Deck\" class=\"wp-image-8600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Dream-DCL-GoffysSportsDeck-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Dream-DCL-GoffysSportsDeck-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Dream-DCL-GoffysSportsDeck-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Dream-DCL-GoffysSportsDeck-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Disney-Dream-DCL-GoffysSportsDeck.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 2025 Disney. All Rights Reserved<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-je-krijgt-enorm-veel-waar-voor-je-geld\"><strong>9. You get tremendous value for your money<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A cruise vacation may seem more expensive than a \u2018regular\u2019 vacation, but when you look at what's included, it's not that much. You pay one fixed price for your stay, food, shows, kids clubs, sports facilities and often certain drinks or room service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want something extra? Then you can make it as luxurious as you want - for example, with a specialty restaurant, a spa package or the More at Sea package from <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/cruises\/norwegian-cruise-line\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"bestemming\" data-id=\"5459\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Norwegian Cruise Line <\/a>(including drinks, dining credits and excursion credit). But it doesn't have to be. Even without additional options, a cruise vacation is surprisingly complete!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" data-id=\"6495\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Restaurant.jpg\" alt=\"Restaurant Disney Destiny\" class=\"wp-image-6495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Restaurant.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Restaurant-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Restaurant-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Restaurant Disney Destiny<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"11986\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Pool-Bar-StaroftheSeas-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"Pool Bar Swim &amp; Tonic Star of the Seas - Royal Caribbean Cruises\" class=\"wp-image-11986\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Pool-Bar-StaroftheSeas-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Pool-Bar-StaroftheSeas-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Pool-Bar-StaroftheSeas-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Pool-Bar-StaroftheSeas-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Pool-Bar-StaroftheSeas.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pool Bar Star of the Seas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" data-id=\"7231\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NCL-Aqua-bar.jpg\" alt=\"NCL Aqua bar\" class=\"wp-image-7231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NCL-Aqua-bar.jpg 800w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NCL-Aqua-bar-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NCL-Aqua-bar-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">NCL Aqua bar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-je-hoeft-niet-te-kiezen-ontdek-meerdere-landen-in-1-reis\"><strong>10. No need to choose, discover multiple countries in 1 trip.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During a cruise vacation, you don't have to choose just one destination. In a relatively short time you will discover several countries, cities or islands! This way you visit several of your bucket list destinations during a cruise.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From island hopping in the Caribbean to immersing yourself in Mediterranean culture, you'll travel comfortably from place to place while you relax on deck or enjoy dinner on board. The length of your cruise depends on the itinerary and shipping company, but this averages from 3 to 14 nights.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Street-Cozumel-Mexico-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"Street with flags, Cozumel Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-10595\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Street-Cozumel-Mexico-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Street-Cozumel-Mexico-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Street-Cozumel-Mexico-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Street-Cozumel-Mexico-1536x1045.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Street-Cozumel-Mexico.jpg 1563w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"zin-gekregen-in-een-vakantie-op-zee\"><strong>Fancy a vacation at sea?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, a cruise vacation is anything but boring, limited or unaffordable! On the contrary: it is a surprisingly relaxing way to travel, with plenty of variety, comfort and fun for young and old. Whether you dream of a sunny <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/cruises\/\" data-type=\"reistype\" data-id=\"30\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caribbean cruise<\/a>, a luxury trip along the Mediterranean or a cruise <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/disneycruiseline\/\" data-type=\"reistag\" data-id=\"179\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vacations with children<\/a>: there is always a ship and itinerary that suits your needs! Still unsure which shipping company suits you best? In <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/which-cruise-ship-and-shipping-company-suits-me\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"13092\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this blog<\/a> we list them for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For your first cruise vacation, would you like some extra guidance on location or are you a solo traveler who enjoys traveling with others? Then our <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/trip\/disney-cruise-group-tour\/\" data-type=\"reis\" data-id=\"11484\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">group trip with the Disney Fantasy<\/a> maybe something for you!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prefer to take your own cruise vacation, with a different ship or itinerary? View <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/cruises\/\" data-type=\"reistype\" data-id=\"30\">here<\/a> than our entire cruise offerings or <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/schedule-an-appointment\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2104\">schedule an appointment<\/a> in with one of our travel experts! In August 2025, you'll also benefit from our <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/action\/cruise-vacation-discount\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/actie\/cruisevakantie-korting\">Cruise Advantage Weeks<\/a>, so you will go on vacation even more economically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/cruises\/\" style=\"background-color:#26409e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">All our cruise vacations<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/schedule-an-appointment\/\" style=\"background-color:#26409e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schedule an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/action\/cruise-vacation-discount\/\" style=\"background-color:#26409e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cruise Action<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From convenience to surprising freedom, discover why a cruise vacation can be a top vacation for everyone.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":7076,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_breakdance_hide_in_design_set":false,"_breakdance_tags":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[267],"class_list":["post-12942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","tag-inspiratie-cruises"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12942","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12942"}],"version-history":[{"count":33,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12942\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13388,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12942\/revisions\/13388"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7076"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12942"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12942"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}