There are several benefits of cruise packages in addition to the convenience and the luxury of extending the vacation beyond just the cruise. Unlike separate arrangements that must either be paid at the time of reservation or periodically throughout the trip in different pieces, cruise package payments can be added to the cruise fare, allowing for one easy payment (or installments if available) to pay for all the arrangements prior to travel. Because cruise packages are arranged in conjunction with the cruise itself, the land-based portion of the vacation may be coordinated with the cruise in terms of types of sight-seeing attractions and themes, giving the entire getaway a cohesive, comprehensive presentation. Furthermore, passengers may only need to deal with paperwork, such as check-in forms or customs declarations, a single time for the entire vacation. Cruise packages are not perfect, however. Because most extensive packages are guided, there may be little unstructured time for passengers to explore their own interests, and the available destinations may be limited. While cruise ships often have exemplary children's programs, those activities do not always extend to land-based packages, further limiting the available options for families. Passengers do not typically get to choose preferred airlines or hotels without additional fees on top of the added cost of the package, nor do they get much choice of flight times.
Cruise packages allow travelers to extend their cruise vacation with the convenience of additional airfare and both pre - and post-cruise land vacations. Most itineraries offer at least limited stays in departure cities, and depending on the cruise destination, more elaborate packages may be available to turn a cruise into an extensive getaway complete with resort accommodations, guided tours, and visits to local attractions. Whether on land or on sea, passengers can experience the luxury and convenience of a cruise and associated cruise packages, making their vacation truly unforgettable.
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