Consider a Baltic Cruise of Northern Europe
Baltic cruises are pretty much the furthest you can travel away from a tropical vacation. Instead of going to a
very warm Southern climate, Baltic cruises take you to Northern Europe. The Baltic region normally refers to
countries that have access to the Baltic Sea. These include Denmark, Finland, Germany, Poland, Russia, and
Sweden.
What You'll See on the Cruise
Considered by many to be the most beautiful location in the world, the Baltic region includes countries that
draw those who have often longed for such a trip. With clean, crisp air and beautiful geography and landscape, this
part of the world is a nature lover's dream come true. From Norwegian Fjords to parts of the Arctic, you'll see it
all on Baltic cruises.
Additionally, you can observe some of the most historic sites on earth as you visit legendary cities in the
Baltic. Cruises will take you to locations that include
- Oslo
- St. Petersburg
- Stockholm
- Helsinki
- Amsterdam
- Copenhagen
When choosing a Baltic cruise, do be sure you include a sailing through the Norwegian Fjords, considered by many
to be the most beautiful sailing route in the world.
Cruise Line Choices
There are a surprisingly significant number of cruise lines that operate in the Baltic region. Some of the more
popular include Azamara Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard, Holland America, MSC, Norwegian Costal Voyage, Norwegian
Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Princess Cruises, Regent Seven Seas, Royal Caribbean International and Silversea
Cruises.
As the popularity of Baltic cruises increase, so do the number of cruise lines. There are new lines traveling to
this spectacular region of the world just about every summer.
When to Take a Baltic Cruise
You should be aware that the Baltic cruise season is relatively short due to its cooler climate: from May into
September, which is the same as for an Alaska cruise. The busiest, and usually most expensive time to cruise the
Baltic are those cruises departing in July and August.
Itineraries vary from one cruise line to another, so make sure you select one that targets all the sights and
ports on your list of priorities.
Cost of a Baltic Cruise
Though you will be able to unearth some discounts, the per diem rate is unfortunately generally much higher than
many other cruise destinations.
Prices on local items you find at port stops in the Baltic region will typically go for a higher price than what
you can find on cruises to other parts of the world, such as the Bahamas or the Gulf of Mexico. This makes it even
more important to your budget to shop for good deals.
AS OF THIS WRITING you can find a 12-Nt. Baltic Cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the
Seas May 31, 2010 sailing from $2,759, including air. Ports of call include Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St.
Petersburg, Tallinn and Gothenburg.
Synonyms: Cruses, cruies, crusises, crusies, curises, cuise, crusis, cruces, crise, cruis, cruse, and
cruize are typos for "cruise" or "cruises."
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