{"id":47845,"date":"2014-08-19T19:54:35","date_gmt":"2014-08-19T23:54:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=47845"},"modified":"2019-09-09T17:28:33","modified_gmt":"2019-09-09T21:28:33","slug":"what-are-the-benefits-to-booking-a-repositioning-cruise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2014\/08\/19\/what-are-the-benefits-to-booking-a-repositioning-cruise\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the benefits to booking a repositioning cruise?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Usually, during the fall and the spring, cruise lines move their ships from one destination, and basically, migrate by following the sun to the warm destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to travel between these popular destinations, the ships must cross the Pacific or the Atlantic Ocean thus calling them the <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/transatlantic-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Transatlantic <\/a>or <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/res.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/search.rvlx?date_search_type=1&amp;cruise_month=8&amp;cruise_day=19&amp;cruise_year=2014&amp;cruise_month2=8&amp;cruise_day2=19&amp;cruise_year2=2015&amp;cruise_duration=0-9999&amp;VendorID%5B%5D=&amp;portid&amp;DestinationID=40\" target=\"_blank\">Transpacific <\/a>cruise. <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/panama-canal-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Panama Canal<\/a> cruises are typically a repositioning cruise as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common fall repositioning cruise ships are in the <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/mediterranean-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Mediterranean <\/a>during the summer that needs to head to the <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/caribbean-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Caribbean<\/a> for the winter. Or after the <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/alaska-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Alaska <\/a>cruise season during the summer, ships head out to <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/hawaii-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Hawaii<\/a>, <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/australia-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Australia &amp; New Zealand<\/a>, or <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/asia-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Asia<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the spring, it is the opposite. Repositioning cruises usually last about 13-17 days, and the spring cruises are generally during April and May, while the winter cruises are in October or November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-embracing-08192014-lo.jpg\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-embracing-08192014-lo-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-embracing-08192014-lo-400x267.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-embracing-08192014-lo.avif 576w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"384\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-embracing-08192014-lo.jpg\" alt=\"ii-couple-embracing-08192014-lo\" class=\"wp-image-47846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-embracing-08192014-lo.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-embracing-08192014-lo-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the top reasons for taking a repositioning cruise?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#1 VALUE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost per day on a repositioning cruise is about half the cost of a regular cruise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#2&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>PLENTY OF RELAXING DAYS AT SEA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If a relaxing vacation is what the doctor ordered, then you\u2019ll appreciate the six to seven days relaxing at sea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll have plenty of time to enjoy all the activities, entertainment, and food your ship has to offer&#8230;or just curl up and read a good book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-feet-on-rail-08192014-lo.jpg\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-feet-on-rail-08192014-lo-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-feet-on-rail-08192014-lo-400x267.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-feet-on-rail-08192014-lo.avif 576w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"384\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-feet-on-rail-08192014-lo.jpg\" alt=\"ii-feet-on-rail-08192014-lo\" class=\"wp-image-47848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-feet-on-rail-08192014-lo.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-feet-on-rail-08192014-lo-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#3 VISIT TWO POPULAR DESTINATIONS IN ONE VACATION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Repositioning cruises usually start in end in the most popular destination ports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#4 VISIT AN ISLAND OFF THE BEATEN PATH<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because these cruises go beyond the typical routes, there is usually a port stop in an exotic location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#5&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>ONE-WAY FLIGHT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One-way flights are more affordable these days, so a vacation that includes Europe is much more affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#6 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE CLASSES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll have plenty of time to take all the cooking and dancing classes and attend all the onboard lectures and cultural enhancements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#7 ENTERTAINMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From bingo, hilarious comedians, to the broadway shows there is very little excuse to be bored. Music lovers can enjoy the small string quartets, or get their dance groove on to a dance band. The casino and shops are also a great way to spend your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#8 WARM WEATHER<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The purpose of repositioning a cruise ship is to chase the sun, so be sure to soak in the rays as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-on-ship-08192014-lo.jpg\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-on-ship-08192014-lo-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-on-ship-08192014-lo-400x270.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-on-ship-08192014-lo.avif 576w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"389\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-on-ship-08192014-lo.jpg\" alt=\"ii-couple-on-ship-08192014-lo\" class=\"wp-image-47847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-on-ship-08192014-lo.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/ii-couple-on-ship-08192014-lo-400x270.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#9 GET A BETTER DEAL ON A BACK-TO-BACK CRUISE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can add on the next cruise at your final destination for a usually discounted price whether it\u2019s the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Alaska, or Hawaii.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#10 NO JET LAG<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The perk about traveling across the ocean by ship is that there is no jet lag. Every night you\u2019ll gain an extra hour of sleep\u2014now THAT is what I call a vacation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you interested in taking advantage of the great value and relaxing days at sea on a repositioning cruise? Call today to get started on making your much needed vacation a reality. 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