1. Stress-free Christmas preparations
Escape the holiday stress and spend your precious time with your loved ones just book your dream cruise adventure, embark the ship, and sit back and relax for the rest of the trip! Cruising at Christmas grants guests a free pass from all the hassle of planning, decorating, cooking, entertaining visitors and cleaning up at home. Many cruise lines go the extra mile in making Christmas cruises merrier, ensuring that travellers don’t miss out on the timeless Christmas traditions at sea!
2. Early and long celebrations
The holiday festivities typically last for a week on a Cruise-mas or more, so you can enjoy the magical moments much earlier and for longer than usual. Spend each day at sea like it’s Christmas Day, where the seasonal spirit always in full swing! Christmas cruises generally begin in late November or early December and even stretch past New Year, so every day is like a holiday on board.
3. Ornate decorations and magical atmosphere
Every Christmas season, cruise ships transform into a winter wonderland – bursting with twinkling lights, ornate decorations and a kaleidoscope of colours! From the public halls to entertainment facilities and dining venues, each shared space is decked out in style. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, Royal Caribbean International is one of the cruise lines that take holiday decorations to the next level, where every ship comes alive with a giant Christmas tree during festive tree-lighting ceremonies, and every corner is adorned with tasteful holiday displays.
4. Festive fare and holiday-inspired beverages
Food is the heart of every celebration, what’s Christmas without a festive fare? A special menu is offered throughout holiday sailings, with seasonal favourites from sumptuous oven-roasted turkey to themed sweet treats, to make every dining experience more memorable! Bars and lounges on board the ships of Celebrity Cruises serve holiday-inspired cocktails, such as candy cane and gingerbread martinis, plus limited-time classics, including traditional mulled wine, pumpkin spice latte, and creamy hot chocolate! The best part? You get to satisfy your taste buds with delectable food without the stress of cooking or cleaning up after yourself!
5. Themed entertainment programmes
The fun just never stops on board a Christmas cruise, with all the exciting activities and entertainment programmes you can enjoy! From grand parades and sing-alongs to holiday movie screenings and themed musical productions, you’ll be immersed in an atmosphere of holly, jolly cheer. MSC Cruises hosts a wide range of delightful festivities for guests of all ages, including Santa’s extravaganza for kids and themed nights for adults, whilst Princess Cruises guests can enjoy gingerbread house-making competitions, classic Christmas carols, and holiday family movie nights!
