A cruise is a super unforgettable trip, the memories of which will live in the memory for a long time.

A sea cruise is the perfect opportunity to visit and see many countries at once. As we set sail, our ship calls at ports, opening the doors of world capitals, ancient cities and mysterious islands.

Sea cruise is a vacation consisting of many factors, so the choice of a cruise must be approached seriously and from different angles. Determine which parameter is the most important for you and use it as a guide in making your decision.

Cruise length: The length of your cruise depends on the time and funds available to you. The variety of cruises ranges from two-day holidays to semi-annual round-the-world trips. The most popular are 7, 10 and 12 nights, with 14-16 nights in exotic regions. If you are choosing your first ever cruise, it is wise to opt for the shorter version.

Cruise start date: The cruise schedule is structured so that each region has cruises in the most favorable season. If no space is available on the date you are interested in, be prepared to consider cruises on similar dates. In any case, the earlier you book, the more likely you are to hit the spot.

Price: The price of a cruise can often (though not always) give you a rough idea of what type of passengers will make up the majority of the cruise, how “luxurious” the ship will be, and what level of food and service will be provided. The amount you are willing to spend will determine the size, location and type of your stateroom. Here it is important to find a compromise: if comfort is more important to you.

The size of the liner: Cruise liners are divided into three sizes:

• small from 2 to 25 thousand tons
• medium from 25 to 50 thousand tons
• large over 50 thousand tons

Regardless of size, all cruise ships provide all basic cruise services: accommodations, plentiful meals, excursions to ports of call, and onboard entertainment. However, some do it much better than others (but also charge more). That said, each of these three categories has its fans.

Spaciousness of the liner: An idea of the spaciousness of the ship can be obtained by dividing its tonnage by the number of passengers. If the resulting ratio is less than 10, you will find a very cramped liner; 10 to 20 – the liner will be moderately spacious; 20 to 30 – quite spacious; 30 to 50 – very spacious; over 50 – you will find yourself in the most spacious environment.

Service standards: Service standards on board can be judged by the ratio of passenger capacity to crew size. The best service is on ships with no more than 2 passengers per crew member.