What are the top winter cruise destinations for this year? I’m glad you asked, because a warm, sunny cruise sounds so good in the middle of a cold, damp winter! Doesn’t it? Not everyone wants to ski or snowboard during the winter months. Sometimes you just want to get away. Far away. A cruise during the winter can be a wonderful escape that can provide all kinds of great memories. You’ll have a chance to shop, soak up sunshine, explore historic places, and view spectacular natural landscapes. And the best part is that you don’t have spend your time driving around to do it. It’s all right here in one convenient place. With that in mind, here are some of the top winter cruise destinations for your perusal.
Six Of The Top Winter Cruise Destinations
1. Australia and New Zealand
If you want to talk about the top winter cruise destinations, you can’t do it without talking about Australia and New Zealand. It doesn’t get much more “south” than the sunny southern hemisphere, which is in the middle of summer during January. You can scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef, tour the Sidney Opera House, and visit the historic area known as “The Rocks.” And that’s just in Australia. In New Zealand, there are lovely national parks like Tongariro National Park and Fiordland National Park. Not to mention the inviting populous. Expect a cruise to this part of the world to last about two weeks.
2. South America
A South American cruise offers sight
seeing in Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, and other destinations. So many different cultures to experience on one tour. This is definitely a top cruise destination because you get to see both the Amazon River and the Galapagos Islands. When you choose a South American cruise, your choice is based on the sights you want to see, as there are many South American cruise routes. It is easy to see why some people choose this cruise destination year after year.
3. Caribbean
Who doesn’t want to go on a Caribbean cruise. Check out our video on Aruba here. A Caribbean Cruise offers you so much and that is why it meet our criteria for one of the top winter cruise destinations for this year and every year. On a Southern Caribbean cruise, you will get to see the islands that are dry and warm this time of year, such as Aruba and Barbados. This is a wonderful cruise for those interested in or fascinated by volcanoes. There are also dense rainforests on the islands of Grenada, Tobago, and St. Lucia.
You will certainly not be bored on this cruise, and you will create memories for a lifetime. Cruises to the Bahamas are included in Eastern Caribbean cruises, particularly those that set sail from Florida. The islands of St. John, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico are usually visited on these cruises. If you choose a Western Caribbean cruise, you can visit Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Cuba, and Cozumel. The choices truly seem endless.
4. Dubai
Dubai may not be as popular a cruise destination as some of others but it is well worth the price of admission. If you want an exotic cruise with a Middle Eastern flavor, Dubai is an excellent choice. There is also very good shopping in Dubai, and the beaches are said to be very beautiful. Millions of people travel to Dubai every year. As far as top cruise destinations go, this on is right up there.
5. Hong Kong
Another less known but very enjoyable cruise destination is one to Hong Kong. This teeming, vibrant city is a good cruise destination for the winter. Its impressive harbor, Victoria Harbor, provides a striking view. You can engage in dolphin-watching, or watch a “Symphony of Lights” at Victoria Harbor. Or, simply immerse yourself in the culture of China’s main city.
6. Hawaii
Okay, you can’t talk about top winter cruise destinations without talking about Hawaii. Hawaii offers a volcano-intensive cruise which makes a trip to Hawaii in the winter months is a tradition for some. The temperature in Hawaii remains pretty much constant, and the beautiful beaches and spectacular views make this a popular cruise in winter. You get all the exotic experience of an out-of-the-country cruise, but without worrying about changing currency or other headaches.
Winter can be cold and dreary so why not spice it up with one of these cruise destination. If you have a destination that you enjoyed and feel we missed, please email us at info@travelwell101.com. We will be happy to read your top winter cruise destination. And as always don’t just travel, Travel Well.
