River cruising is quickly evolving into a viable
alternative to ocean cruising. Here are a few reasons why:
What
to expect onboard?
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Today’s ocean liners are often characterized as
floating resorts because there is so much to do and enjoy. Whether it’s relaxation
you crave or non-stop activity, it’s all
available on an ocean cruise. Most cruising enthusiasts are accustomed to enormous
ocean liners sporting ten or more decks, thousands of square feet of space for
cabins and activities, not to mention fellow passengers numbering in the
thousands. Onboard activities range from
skeet shooting and rock wall climbing to simply relaxing in the spa or enjoying
a swim in one of several pools.
Nightlife
on board an ocean liner usually starts with dinner in one of the formal dining
rooms followed by an evening of dancing, live entertainment at a Vegas-style
show or enjoying a quieter time at a piano bar. For the gambler at heart, the
ship’s casino offers slot machines, poker,
and blackjack tables as well as roulette wheels. The possibilities are endless, and the fun continues well into the
early morning hours.
