Senior Cruises Offer Luxury Getaways

By Lora Jones


Senior Cruises offer everything a normal cruise offers and more. The company of other seniors can be enjoyed in a restful atmosphere with great entertainment geared specifically for older people. Sumptuous meals and good service are on offer and a vast array of destinations can be visited.

Choice of itinerary will depend largely on what is preferred by each individual. Some may be quite happy to relax on deck and enjoy the passing scenery. In this case it is probably best to choose a scenic cruise where you are close enough to the shore to be able to see its beauty. Those who are more active and still want to explore have many wonderful destinations to choose from that they may not have visited before.

There is no chance of boredom on a cruise like this as many enrichment programs are offered. Indulge your creative side with craft workshops or decide to learn a new language. You may even be able to listen to interesting lectures on various topics.

Any chronic medical problems or mobility issues are no cause for concern. Most liners are equipped to deal with such issues. You should, however, pay a visit to your doctor beforehand for a checkup to make sure you are fit to travel. You must remember to pack enough medication for the duration of the trip and a bit more in case of delays. Most liners can accommodate wheelchairs with access to staterooms and public areas. There are certain issues that need prior notification like refrigeration for medicines or oxygen supplies.

Whether by choice or circumstance, many seniors travel solo. You will usually pay a more than basic cabin rates when booking staterooms because rates are based on two people sharing. Look for cruises that offer seniors special rates and you should make sure to ask about any discounts as some lines do not mind reducing rates rather than having empty rooms. There are some cruise liners that offer single cabins.

There are many different dining options offered on board most liners. It is possible to eat healthily as there are always suitable options of this nature available. If a special diet is required, like a diabetic diet, this must be mentioned well in advance to find out if this can be accommodated.

The entertainment on such a cruise is specially designed to give pleasure to seniors. For those who are more active there are plenty of options for exercising on board such as practicing golf. Games like bridge or trivia offer the chance to meet other people if you are traveling on your own. Events like wine tastings or culinary demonstrations are also great for solo travelers. At night there is a wide range of entertainment on offer from theater to musical revues.

Senior Cruises are specially designed to offer senior citizens the chance to enjoy luxury travel. They do not have to worry about their medical conditions or their dietary requirements as these factors are taken into consideration. All they have to worry about is enjoying all the many activities on offer and the fascinating destinations they can visit.




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