Cheap Cruise to Nowhere

When you want to enjoy a quick escape on a luxury ship, with no particular destination in mind, then a cheap cruise to nowhere is a great option.

Cruise to nowhere for cheap.

These cruises leave the home port, travel far enough to sea where casinos are legal and allow you ample opportunity to enjoy yourself. You receive the benefits, activities and luxurious amenities of a cruise without the added expense of traveling to an exotic destination. You won't have to book shore excursions or worry about a passport. The cruise ship will take a leisurely course out to sea and then bring you back to your initial point of departure without stopping at any other ports.

Imagine indulging in one to three days of gorgeous blue skies, tranquil seas and luxurious pampering. You can dress up for a night of fine dining and dancing or dress down to relax by the pool. Or you can recline in a comfortable deck chair on the promenade deck and just relax with a cool drink and a great book or choose to listen to a live band, watch a stunning theatrical performance or laugh out loud at an outrageous comedy act. A discounted cruise to nowhere also lets you unwind from the worries and cares of life in just a weekend. The short duration of these cruises makes them ideal for busy executives and families as well.

A cheap cruise to nowhere offers plenty of onboard activities, such as:

• Beauty salons
• Bountiful buffets
• Dancing
• Duty-free shopping
• Fine dining
• Fitness center
• Gambling
• Lectures
• Live entertainment (comedians, musical acts and theatrical performances)
• Lounges
• Massages
• Movies
• Spas
• Sports
• Swimming pools
• Youth programs

That list is by no means all-inclusive. Each cruise ship itinerary will no doubt have many more fun activities to choose from. Shuffleboard, billiards, sun bathing, pool games and socializing are just a few more.

Offered sporadically throughout the year, the cruise to nowhere is a bit harder to find than the usual cruises to famous destinations. Start your search by checking the official websites of major cruise lines to see what is available. Some of the major cruise lines are Norwegian Cruise Line, Carnival Cruise Line, and Holland America Cruise Line.

Carnival offers two-day cruises to nowhere departing from Norfolk, Virginia and New York, New York via the Carnival Miracle (NY), Carnival Triumph (VA), Carnival Dream (NY) and Carnival Glory (VA). These cruises begin around $239 per person for interior rooms.

Norwegian Cruise Line offers two-night cruises departing from Los Angeles, California. These begin at around $179 for interior rooms. The NCL Star features 10 restaurants and nine lounges. Enjoy a basketball court, jogging track, fitness center and golf driving net, among other onboard activities.

You may find cruises to nowhere for one day, two days or three days. The fares vary depending on length of stay and the cruise line you choose. You might also find a one-night dinner and dancing cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line for as low as $149 each for interior rooms.

Make reservations well in advance and shop around to get the best deals. These small luxury cruises typically sell out quickly once announced. Most cruise lines offer "Early Booking" specials, vacation packages and special themed offers on occasion.

The best place to find the most current information about availability and pricing on a cruise to nowhere is on a cruise company's website, including:

• Holland America
• Carnival Cruise Lines
• Norwegian Cruise Lines

Be sure to check what is included in the price of your cruise. Certain activities, taxes and fees may cost extra. Those extra charges may make your "cheap" cruise to nowhere quite pricey. For example, generally a cruise to nowhere package deal covers:

• Shipboard accommodations
• Ocean transportation
• Entertainment
• Daily activities
• Onboard meals
• Some beverages
• Port charges

However, in some cases government fees, taxes, alcoholic beverages, personal expenses, shore excursions and gratuities are extra.

While a cruise to nowhere can be a fun and rewarding experience, they are a little harder to come by than traditional cruises. These special cruises may also fill up quickly. Diligence and research will help you find the best deal.

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