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I knew one young sister who went with a huge group of other Witnesses on a cruise. She didn’t recommend it and said she would never do that again. What about you?

I never have, but I have heard of it.

There was a brother in a nearby congregation who seemed to be a very spiritual-minded brother who worked as a travel agent, and he would quite often book passages for groups of witnesses to go on cruises as well as Bethel tours. He was also an elder, and used frequently on assembly & convention programs until his health no longer allowed it.

They would have the Watchtower (and at the time Book Study) while on the cruise, so they did not miss out on spiritual food.

The benefit was that they got to enjoy the opportunity to enjoy such a vacation while maintaining good association.

The brother always made sure everything was done in a spiritual and moral way. He did not book "huge groups" but it was still a group.

Perhaps the one the sister you went on was too large to manage and maintain spirituality. (?)

Sadly, the brother of whom I speak succumbed to cancer a couple of years past. The Kingdom Hall at his memorial was packed, with people lining the walls as well as standing outside.

The only cruise I have been on was a regular 4 day cruise, and while some of the entertainment was not immoral, there was some that my wife and I did not participate in due to its questionable nature.

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My girlfriend and I are looking to take a week vacation in the bahamas or caribbean and we want the expierence of both a cruise and an island stay. We plan on going in a year from now but that may change based on when the best time to go is. We will both be 23 at the time of our trip. Any information or help is appreciated.

Because of your age, don’t bother looking at Carnival as their rules state that one person must be 25 or older in your cabin. Now about the Bahamas, most all cruise do NOT stay for more then a day at one port. You can not get off the boat and stay in the Bahamas without a huge fine, unless you can find a cruise that say starts in the USA and ends in the Bahamas(I don’t know of any) you will have to come back to the ship at the end of the day and then sail to the next port. Cruising is not about going to one place and then staying, but it is about going to many different places. I suggest you check with a travel agent to see if there are any cruises that do what you want, but I just don’t know of any.

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My husband and I are trying to plan a 7 day vacation and were thinking a cruise would be the best option. Then someone brought up staying at an all inclusive resort. Having done neither, I’m wondering which would be the most economical and the most relaxing. We need a get away and would like to go between Thanksgiving and Christmas or the week before Thanksgiving. Thanks for any advice!

The only all inclusive trips I have taken have been cruises which I liked because I just unpacked once, settled in, then could choose if/when I wanted to go on shore excursions, or explore all the wonderful activities offered aboard the ship.

Drinks, massages, beauty salon, etc. on board were NOT included, but there was a lot that was. It all depends on what you like to do & what your tastes are.

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Those of you who have been lucky enough to have the opportunity to go cruising already know what a wonderful experience a cruise can be. Indeed, it’s more than likely that you probably rate every vacation you take now against the standard set by your cruise.

Even if you’ve never been on a cruise the chances are that you’ve thought of taking one. Unfortunately, deciding to go on a cruise is the easy part. After that you will have a number of important decisions to make to ensure that you pick the perfect cruise for you.

The most important decision you will face after you decide to go on a cruise is where you want to go. When people think of cruises they usually think of the big cruise ships in the Caribbean. Just imagine all that deep blue water and the sun shining down while you sit on the deck and enjoy cocktails. Ahhhh nice! And while that can be a lot of fun, you should keep in mind that you can go on cruises to almost any part of the world. Take a cruise through the Panama Canal, around the Indian Ocean, or follow the western coast of Africa into the Mediterranean.

Keep in mind that you are not just picking which part of the ocean you’d like to see. Almost all cruises will allow you to make side trips inland when the ship stops at a port of call. This can be either on your own or as part of an organized tour group. If you have always wanted to visit Australia, try combining a trip to Australia with a cruise around the Pacific Ocean.

You should also make sure that you can find a cruise that will give you the experience you want. Obviously, a small cruise ship touring around the coast of Alaska will result in a very different experience from a large cruise ship meandering leisurely around the Mediterranean. While there are major differences in the cruising experience, this is not just about picking the right kind of climate for your trip. If you are looking for all night parties and poolside drinks, go on the Mediterranean cruise. If you want a more relaxed trip, curled up under blankets and whale watching, go on the Alaskan cruise.

You should also remember that certain cruise lines focus on different types of customers. There are cruise ships that will cater to those who want to spend all night drinking and dancing, there are cruise ships that focus on retirees and there are cruise ships that cater to a variety of tastes. Families should look for family-friendly cruises. These family-friendly cruises will have children’s activities and places for teenagers to hang out. The Disney Cruise line specializes in family style cruising.

The level of service you will receive is the biggest factor in your final price. If you are on a tight budget, avoid the high end luxury cruise. Instead go with a premium or even mainstream cruise. The location and size of your cabin will also make a difference. If you are really tight for cash, take a small cabin on the inside of the ship. While your food and cabin may not be as grand as fellow passengers on the exclusive decks, you will at least still be able to afford the airfare home. And you will have the same experiences as the higher paying passengers.

If you can afford it, feel free to treat yourself with a luxury cruise and enjoy all the amenities that come along with staying at a fancy hotel. Except this hotel goes to many different and exotic places!!

While cruises are often all-inclusive, there are a number of things you should confirm before leaving home. First make sure that the cruise ship is aware of any special dietary or smoking restrictions. If your cruise ship will be coming into port, inquire if you need to book any shore excursions in advance. And most importantly, ensure that you have a way to get to the starting point and back again when the cruise is over. Some cruises do not end at the same port that they departed from. Ending a wonderful cruise by being stranded at the ship’s last port of call is not the best way to enjoy your holiday! Spending a few days in the last port of call before returning home will top off the perfect end to the perfect vacation. Happy cruising!

Stephen Dolan
http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/you-need-to-go-on-a-cruise-87559.html

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