subject: Taking A European Cruise Is A Great Adventure [print this page] Have you had a long, hard year? Do you want a vacation to blow off some steam? What better way to relax than a simple cruise? A cruise stands for true luxury and helps you relax completely. A common misconception with most people is that cruises are only for the truly rich and the luxuries cannot be afforded by everyone.
One of the greatest adventures you can have in life is to take one of the many western Europe cruises that are available. This journey takes you around some favorite destinations including Ireland, France, Amsterdam, Portugal and Spain.
Venice is well known for its canals and their gondola. Venice has to be seen to be believed, it is a photographers dream with sights and spectacular scenes around every corner. Venice boasts over 1400 years of historic architecture and culture. A top tip is to buy the 12 hour vaporetto ticket that will enable you to take in 50 palaces, six churches, four bridges and two open-air markets of the Grand Canal.
Now, if you were to plan this all by yourself, a cruise like this could be a real logistical nightmare! Imagine what you would need to prepare from your clothing to transportation, hotel rooms, and finding places to eat. Imagine the money that you would be throwing away that you could have spent on a vacation that would be worth your whole summer?
There are plenty of cruises to choose from, and there are plenty of rivers in Europe too. The most famous possibly is the Danube which flows through ten countries, including four Central and Eastern European capitals. The Danube originates in Germany and after a long travel it finally empties in the Black Sea via a delta in Ukraine and Romania.
Even if you only have a limited amount of time, you can still take advantage of these types of cruises. Many cruise companies offer short breaks which only last three or four days. The package generally includes flights to and from destinations so you can join in the adventure at various points in the ship's itinerary.
Being prepared for everything allows you to enjoy your European cruise without restrictions or disappointments. Before two months to your departure you should renew or apply for your passport. You should check the materials for any travel visas that may be required for ports of call. You should make a photocopy of your itinerary and contact information for a friend or family member, so that you can easily be reached in case of an emergency.
