5 Reasons to Book Your Cruise Now
By Alara Shannon, Marketing | February 28, 2014 ( Comments)
1. Spring Break.
"Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'" - Robin Williams
The term ‘spring break’ definitely means different things to different people at different times in their lives. Whether you’re looking for an epic weekend with your besties, quality vacation time with your family, or a little bit of both - a cruise is for you. Set sail for fun in the sun, visit multiple destinations and only unpack once.
Plus onboard, modern-day cruise ships offer something for everyone. You probably have heard that before, but this time the words ring true - find adults-only sanctuaries and kids clubs, lively casinos and sports courts, soaking tubs and surf simulators, buffet-style and five-star dining, all on one ship.
Spring Fever is real, and it is spreading. And, Spring Break is right around the corner. The best deals are ending, so don’t be left behind; book your vacation now. If you’re hoping to have the best chance to sail with like-minded cruisers (either young adults looking for a good time or families looking for great memories) speak with your Cruise Specialist in order to select the best ship and itinerary.
2. So. Much. Snow.
"Winter's a good time to sit close and cuddle, but put me in summer and I’ll be a…[pauses in front of puddle] happy snowman!” - Olaf singing, Disney’s Frozen
Speaking of spring fever…do you feel as though your life has turned into a reenactment of the latest Disney movie musical, Frozen? Isolated in an eternal winter, scared it will never end and you can’t stop it? Well, book your spring or summer cruise vacation and find out what frozen things do in summer!
Cue the award-winning song, “Let it Go”. Take heart in the lyrics: “Let it go, can’t hold it back anymore,” “It’s funny how some distance, makes everything seem small,” and,”I’m free…”
So, let the summer breeze blow away the winter storms, let off steam, relax in the summer sun!
3. Tax Returns.
Looking forward to a tax return this year? A new smartphone would be nice, but they’ll just come out with a newer version next week. Bills? Oh, those pesky things always come back. But a vacation? Now that is priceless. Vacations provide invaluable, lifelong memories of traveling to exotic new destinations with your family. Free from the mainland and all its worries.
If you are not filing your taxes until April, most 7-day cruises can be held with a $250pp deposit, or some cruise lines are currently offering reduced deposits of up to 50% off! So you can secure the cruise that works best for you and your family, and then make the final payment once you receive your refund. If you would rather wait and book your cruise last minute, you can check out iCruise.com’s last minute cruises page.
Oh, and on a cruise you don’t have to do laundry either!
4. As the temperature rises, so do prices...
on everything from groceries to gas. Cruise prices also rise with the warmer weather. Due to seasonal demand, summer is high season in the cruise industry and traditionally the most expensive. Children are out of school and this is the time when most families can travel.
We are nearing the end of ‘wave season’, a travel industry term for high volume cruise sales from January through March in which the cruise lines roll out their best promotions, discounts and value. So the cruise lines have been shouting their best deals from the rooftops, but they are beginning to pull back as we head into the high season.
IN SHORT: You need to book now in order to take advantage of the year’s best deals ending soon!
5. Alaska on your bucket list? Good!
Alaska is a destination packed with stunning landscapes, wildlife and culture. Within the past year, more cruise ships and packages are available from small expedition ships to large resort-style cruise ships. Any type of adventurer, at any age, now has access to the Last Frontier.
Alaska is also a destination that, due to the seemingly never-ending winter of 2014, is not on many travelers’ radars. Many may think of Alaska, and think snow-capped mountains, polar bears, and ice-fishing, but in reality, the summer months of May – September (the Alaska cruise season) are quite warm and can reach upwards of 75-80 degrees Fahrenheit (ºF).
Since the booking demand seems to have weakened during these harsh winter months, the Alaska cruise and cruisetour deals are currently pretty hot. Interest will resume once things start warming up, so take advantage of the lull and scoop up a once-in-a-lifetime vacation to the Land of the Midnight Sun while you can!
For more information on a cruise, please call to speak with an iCruise.com Cruise Specialist at 800-i-CRUISE [800-427-8473]. Cruise specialists are able to suggest the best time to travel to your desired location, the best ship for your individual needs and cabin that will fit into your budget. This is their career, their passion and they rock; let them guide you through a seamless cruise experience from Bon Voyage to Welcome Home!
