{"id":47444,"date":"2014-07-16T18:28:58","date_gmt":"2014-07-16T22:28:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=47444"},"modified":"2014-10-16T15:59:53","modified_gmt":"2014-10-16T19:59:53","slug":"make-the-most-of-your-first-cruise-with-fun-filled-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2014\/07\/16\/make-the-most-of-your-first-cruise-with-fun-filled-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Make the most of your first cruise with fun-filled activities"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you planning on setting sail in the upcoming future? There’s nothing quite like a cruise vacation, as it is filled with an array of fun and exciting activities that are ideal for all age groups. If this is your first cruise you may be wondering what exactly there is to do on the boat. Well, the opportunities are endless! Many people who have been on cruises before actually compare the ship to a town or city,since it is\u00a0filled with eateries, pools, spas, movie theaters and more.<\/p>\n

“Gone are the days when the height of cruise entertainment was limited to poolside lounging and fancy evening soirees,” writes Miriam B. Weiner of The New York Daily News. “Sure, you can still do both of those things, but today’s cruise ships are more like mini-cities equipped with all the fixings for a day at a theme park or a night on Broadway.”<\/p>\n

Here are a few of the amazing amenities and recreational activities that you may find on board:<\/p>\n

Ice skate:<\/strong> Even in the midst of the summer you can still do figure eights. Most Royal Caribbean<\/a>\u00a0cruise ships offer ice skating rinks that are available all year-round. Whether you’re training for the Olympics or have never been on skates before, you’ll have fun trying to perfect your axel.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean<\/p><\/div>\n

If skating isn’t your thing, you can also watch the pros, as many ice skating rinks on board also offer free shows.<\/p>\n

Kid’s camp:<\/strong> If you’re traveling with your little ones, rest assured that they are in good hands. Cruise ships are completely safe and provide fun for all age groups. Your kids can meet and mingle with other passengers their own age at special kid’s camps. These meet-and-greets offer an array of activities, ranging from scavenger hunts to arts and crafts and hands-on learning.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean<\/p><\/div>\n

The kid’s camps are run by trained professionals who have lots of experience in the childcare field. Even your teenager will be smiling all vacation long, as many ships offer pre-teen and under-21 dance clubs.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Lines<\/p><\/div>\n

Night life: <\/strong>If you’re looking for entertainment, you’ve come to the right place! Cruise ships offer an array of fun-filled night life, ranging from discos to casinos and cabaret singers.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean<\/p><\/div>\n

Whether you’re taking a trip with your sweetie or your best gal pals, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for. You’ve worked hard all year and deserves a vacation to let loose and truly have\u00a0the time of your life.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Princess Cruise Lines<\/p><\/div>\n

Unwind: <\/strong>The whole purpose of taking a vacation is to relax and unwind. The easiest way to get some rest and relaxation is to hit the spa! Many cruises boast top-notch spas that offer an array of treatments, including massages, facials, manicures and pedicures.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Lines<\/p><\/div>\n

When the kids are off enjoying their own adventures, take some time to pamper yourself. Or, bring your husband along to rekindle the romance with a luxurious couple’s massage.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Princess Cruise Lines<\/p><\/div>\n

Work out: <\/strong>Even though you’re on vacation, it’s still important to get your exercise. After all, you’ll probably be heading to the late-night buffet and will need a means to burn those extra calories. Most cruise ships offer top-of-the-line gyms that boast views of the ocean.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Lines<\/p><\/div>\n

Whether you enjoy running on the elliptical or lifting weights, you’ll find an exercise routine that is right for you. Most ships also offer specialized classes, including Zumba, kickboxing and yoga.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean<\/p><\/div>\n

If you’re ready to head off on an exciting cruise vacation, now is the time to start planning. At CruiseExperts.com, we love to travel and can help you design an itinerary for your trip of a lifetime!<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re interested in taking your first cruise<\/a>\u00a0or your fifteenth, let our trusted agents at CruiseExperts.com do the work for you. We can help you with an itinerary\u00a0and provide suggestions for places to visit.\u00a0Contact us by calling 1-888-804-CRUISE (2784) or visiting our website\u00a0www.CruiseExperts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Make the most of your time on board the cruise ships and take advantage of all the included activities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":47514,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36,30],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-47444","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general","category-informative"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47444","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=47444"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47444\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/47514"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=47444"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=47444"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=47444"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}