“What cruise line do you recommend?”
We get variations of that question all the time. And we don’t give a straight answer – at least not right away. It’s not that we are evasive or not opinionated. Far from it.
But your vacation is really all about you. So before we can make a recommendation – about a cruise line, tour company, destination, itinerary or whatever – we have to learn about your preferences. Do you like a lot of activity or seek to relax? Do you enjoy sea days or want to pack in as many ports as possible? Will you be traveling with kids or is this an adults-only kind of trip? How important are factors such as food, entertainment, cultural immersion, spa treatments, partying and shopping?
This kind of information will allow us to make an intelligent – and custom – recommendation that fits you for this particular trip.
On Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 7 pm, we will present Celebrity Cruises “Modern Luxury” brand. This is a cruise line we recommend to many clients. Celebrity ships have a sleek W Hotel kind of feel. A popular gathering spot is the ice-topped martini bar and the cellar allows you to sample wine by the ounce. It’s in the “premium” category, which I compare to a Macy’s on the retail hierarchy – with some healthy incentives currently reducing cost below rivals in many cases. That’s an especially good deal considering that I have found the food and activities to be a cut above. Call (949) 201-4246 to RSVP. Expedia CruiseShipCenters is at 24321 Avenida de la Carlota, Suite H-3, Laguna Hills, CA.
But Celebrity is not for everyone. Nothing is. Some prefer a more traditional feel. Or more cut-rate pricing. Or more of a Nieman Marcus experience. So we might recommend an alternative for you.
It’s a similar exercise for itineraries. Alaska “cruise tours” offer a richer experience and more bang for the buck than either a cruise-only or land-only vacation. But everyone doesn’t haver the time or budget, and they may benefit from the efficiency of a 7-day cruise that provides a good overview of some of the Great Land’s amazing spectacles. Our job is to interview you about your priorities in order to make a recommendation.