For travelers looking to get away to white sandy beaches the three-day cruise from Miami to Nassau, Bahamas is the perfect choice. Carnival Cruise Lines offers this weekend getaway for as little as $179 per person, as of 2010. All meals, entertainment on ship, and accommodations are included in the price; any shore excursions, casino gaming, or alcohol is excluded. Guests will spend a full day enjoying all the Bahamas have to offer, from sunny beaches, kayaking, snorkeling, or even visiting the famous Atlantis Resort. It is recommended that guests reserve their shore excursions when booking a cruise, due to a limited number of spaces available. After a full day of fun in Nassau, guests will then be able to relax aboard ship for a day cruising the Atlantic. Spend the day on the ship's lido deck sipping fruity drinks, being pampered in the the ship's day spa, or playing a game of chance in the casino. There are several activities set aside for children and teens as well such as the Camp Carnival for children 2 to 11 years old, Circle C for children from 12 to 14, and Club O2 for teens 15 to 17. Each club offers age-specific activities and shore excursions. Babysitting for the younger children from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. is also available each night for guests who wish to take in some of the varied nightlife.
For families looking to incorporate a cruise into their vacation, the Bahamas cruise from Orlando is the perfect choice. For $184 per person as of 2010, a family can spend a day in the Bahamas enjoying the same shore excursions offered on all of Carnival's three-day cruises to the Bahamas, and a day at sea. Carnival Cruises also offers a variety of shore excursions in port, including trips to the Orlando theme parks, and the Kennedy Space Station.
Guests traveling on the west coast have the opportunity to take a cruise down the coast of California to Ensenada, Mexico. Ensenada is a quaint little town with several attractions. For nature enthusiasts, La Bufadora is a natural rock formation that spouts water from the ocean. Ensenada is also home to a winery and a lovely resort. Guests can tour the winery and even spend an afternoon learning to cook authentic Mexican cuisine with local chefs. For the adventurous, Jeep and horseback tours are available, and for those looking from some rest and relaxation, there is shopping and sightseeing. Guests will spend a full day in Ensenada and the following day will be spent at sea enjoying fine cuisine and on-board entertainment including Broadway-themed shows.
Starting in Vancouver, British Columbia and sailing down to Los Angeles, California, this cruise offers the decadence of a four-star resort along with the sun and fun of a beach, but without the sand. On this cruise, guests can spend three full days relaxing on the lido deck, playing games of chance in the casino, or simply enjoying the wide variety of activities scheduled each day, from bingo, to trivia, to poolside competitions. Activities, such as scavenger hunts, pool parties, and arts and crafts for the younger children are also available through Camp Carnival, Circle C, and Club O2. A cruise to nowhere offers its guests the chance enjoy a stress-free vacation without the need to plan or coordinate activities onshore. Prices start at $179 per person in 2010.
