Christmas is a holiday steeped in tradition, family time, and festive delights that truly make it the most wonderful time of the year. Making memories with family and friends is one of the most important aspects of the holidays, and what better way to make those lasting memories that on a cruise? Being on a cruise ship for Christmas is a magical and festive experience- a place where you can enjoy delicious themed food, Christmas music and entertainment, and see different parts of the world and how they celebrate the season. For many cruise loves, spending the holiday on a cruise ship is what makes Christmas, Christmas; a yearly tradition that lights the Christmas spirit in each family member, and brings them closer together.
Here are a few things to expect when taking a cruise during the Christmas holiday:
FESTIVE DECOR
One of the best aspects of cruising during Christmastime, especially on a Christmas cruise, are the festive holiday decorations. Cruise lines generally go all out with giant Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands, and fun displays like gingerbread houses that the crew puts together. On luxury and premium cruise lines, you will find more refined and upscale decor, while mass-market cruise ships will put on fun and colorful displays geared toward a traditional family Christmas.
HOLIDAY EVENTS, ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
When you sail during the holidays, the cruise lines always have themed activities and entertainment onboard. Many ships will play Christmas movies throughout the day, which is the perfect family activity. You will hear Christmas music at every turn, and many cruise lines offer sing-along Christmas caroling on Christmas Eve. Fun activities include ornament making, ugly sweater contests, scavenger hunts, decorating cookies, and many more festive to-dos. The entertainment will also tilt toward the holiday theme, with fun shows and musical performances that will get you in the Christmas spirit. Many lines will also have the opportunity for kids to meet Santa while onboard and take photos- a lasting memory!
FESTIVE CHRISTMAS DINNER
Most cruise ships will offer a delicious dinner for Christmas, with traditional dishes such as turkey, ham, potatoes, cranberries, cookies, and more. Many lines will make Christmas Eve or Christmas Day the "formal night" so guests have the chance to dress up fancy for a festive family dinner!
CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD
Another wonderful perk of sailing during Christmas is getting the chance to experience the holidays in other countries! It's always fun to see the Christmas decorations in tropical places such as the Caribbean, or experience a traditional Christmas market in the cities of Europe! The opportunity to see how other cultures celebrate this time of year is what makes a Christmas cruise truly special.
Booking Your Cruise
Now that you are ready to book your Christmas cruise, reach out to the experts at Harr Travel. We know the ships inside-and-out, and have an amazing relationship with many cruise lines in the industry. Our advisors will craft the festive cruise vacation for you, your friends, family, or group at an exceptional rate, and give you the Harr Travel signature service every step of the way.
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