Europe by cruise ship is surprisingly affordable for families

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 10:06:44 GMT

With the fluctuating exchange rate of the Euro, Americans looking to get the most for their money while traveling in Europe will appreciate the value of cruises. With only minimal shoreside expenses such as souvenirs, consumers have found that planning a cruise is a proven money-saver as well as a stress-reducer. To meet the increasing demand for European holidays, many family friendly cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Princess and even Carnival are offering diverse cruise itineraries and incredible savings on a premium cruise vacation experience for the 2007 Europe season.

A recent comparison of a 10-day land tour versus a cruise vacation revealed that a family of four could save up to 45 percent by booking a 10-day Mediterranean cruise over a 10-day deluxe escorted land vacation. The evaluation included typical expenses such as accommodations, transportation between cities in Europe, food, entertainment and tours. Estimated costs for a family of four totaled $11,359 for the 10-day cruise vacation and $20,728 for the deluxe escorted Europe land vacation.

When you look at the overall experience, more travelers are catching on to the fact that cruising, especially in Europe, is an incredible value. There’s no easier way to avoid the common travel headaches than by taking a cruise. For example, guests wake up in a new port each day, but only unpack once. They are pampered with the finest cuisine and amenities, and are able to better plan their expenses than on a land-based vacation.

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Europe by cruise ship is surprisingly affordable for families