Though the Caribbean remains the most trafficked destination for cruise ships, cruise lines are now piloting trips to more remote destinations both at home and abroad.
IF your mental image of a cruise conjures a party boat island-hopping in the Caribbean with little passenger interest in its ports of call, think again. Though the Caribbean remains the most trafficked destination for cruise ships, cruise lines are now piloting trips to more remote destinations both at home and abroad. They are also staying in port longer and designating theme cruises that are far from singles mingles. The following is an overview of some of 2011’s most interesting new sailings.
River-based cruise lines are forging inland pleasure routes that go well beyond the tried-and-true to waterways in Africa and Asia.
Themed cruise departures appeal to travelers interested in art and photography, climate science and cartoons.
CLIMATE CHANGE CRUISE
Several new departures explore remote regions from the Arctic to the tropics.
Two new boutique cruise lines will ply Alaska in their inaugural seasons this summer, both offering itineraries to off-the-beaten-path destinations, while Hawaii gets a new ship.
Several cruise lines are enhancing their visits to vibrant capitals with overnight port calls, allowing passengers opportunities to enjoy dining and night life in port or see more than one attraction.
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