We chose a cruise for our honeymoon, and we’re still talking about how much fun we had at the comedy shows and how delicious the molten lava cake was.
With the cost of travel, accommodations, meals, entertainment, and activities included, it’s no wonder so many couples are opting to do the same.
There are certainly more pros than cons when it comes to taking a cruise, but I’m sure you know by now that I’m honest to a fault and will always share the “bad” along with the good. I say “bad” because the cons are all “first world problems” and not real complaints. They’re just some facts I’d like to point out.
Pros:
1. It’s One Of The Cheapest Ways To Travel Internationally
There’s no denying that you won’t find a more convenient, cost effective way to travel overseas than cruising.
We live 3 hours away from the nearest cruise ship port, so we didn’t even have to pay for a plane ticket to get there.
Whether you choose to add excursions to your trip or not, there’s SO much to do and you’ll never be bored.
Plus, with a recommended weight restriction of 100 pounds of luggage with no fees, you’re free to bring nearly anything you may need, with room to take home your shopping purchases.
2. You Get To Travel To More Than One Place
Why choose one country to visit, when you can see 3 in 7 days or less?
We were able to go scuba diving in the Cayman Islands, swim with dolphins in Cozumel, Mexico, and zip line through the Jamaican jungle in Montego Bay.
We never would have been able to experience such different cultures in that short period of time traveling any other way.
3. All Of Your Meals And Entertainment Are In One Place
Obviously, you have several other options besides a cruise for your honeymoon.
If you’re not staying at an all-inclusive resort, you’ll have to navigate the city for places to eat and things to do, which can be especially difficult in a foreign country.
That may be something you enjoy if you love adventure and don’t mind working a little harder to catch a taxi and scope out the local spots.
If you prefer structure and an itinerary laid out before you, a cruise is the way to go.
You’ve had enough planning and decision-making for a while, why not kick back and let someone else do the meal planning?
Cons:
1. You Only Get A Few Hours In Each Port
My honeymoon was the first time I traveled outside of America.
I had never been anywhere that I desperately wanted to revisit, so it made no difference to me where we went.
Now that I’ve been to a few new places, I know that Grand Cayman is my favorite so far and I would love to go back someday for a longer trip.
If you don’t have one specific place you want to spend at least a couple of days in, I still recommend a cruise; but if you know exactly where you want to go, traveling directly there and staying onsite is probably the best option for you.
2. There May Not Be Much Peace And Quiet
If you’re booking a cruise around the time of a holiday break or in the summer, it’s possible that there will be a lot of kids on board.
I actually planned my wedding date around my state’s school schedule in hopes of not being on my honeymoon with spring breakers.
Little did I know, different states have very different schedules. Half of Michigan packed up their families and traveled to New Orleans to join us.
It didn’t bother us since we were just happy to be there, but I understand if you’re wanting a kid-free vacation.
Choosing a luxury cruise line or an adult only cruise is the best way to ensure your time by the pool will be peaceful.
Overall, we had an amazing honeymoon and would definitely do it all again. There are pros and cons to every destination and how you choose to get there. Only you can decide what you value most and what you’re willing to deal with. Happy honeymooning!
bailey mire 