With Valentine’s Day come countless plans by couples to spend the special day together doing something truly romantic and memorable. The wide array of special amenities offered on cruises have long made them a favorite choice for lovers young and old to get away from it all. In fact, most cruise lines make it easy to have a romantic getaway any time of year, making ocean voyages a popular choice for couples, even when it’s not Valentine’s Day.
Romantic Cruises
Virtually all cruise lines offer services especially for couples. Cruises are renowned for their fine dining options, and most ships have a range of options for dancing, movies, and other entertainment. For this reason, it’s easy to plan a perfect night out while on board a luxury cruise ship. Many lines offer special amenities such as couples’ massages in the spa, private poolside cabanas, and relaxing adults-only decks far from splashing kids.
Because romantic cruises are so popular, it is important to do a little planning. Certain offerings—like couples’ massages or special occasion packages—tend to sell out early, so book them well in advance. Also, on ships with traditional dining, it may be difficult to reserve a table for two without letting the restaurant know well in advance. Of course, ships also offer fine salon facilities that provide passengers with plenty of opportunities to prepare for a special evening.
For Those Special Occasions
The seductive atmosphere of the ocean air, stars overhead, and exotic beaches make the perfect backdrop for an especially romantic once-in-a-lifetime celebration. For this reason, many cruising couples plan their weddings or honeymoons on the high seas.
Most cruise lines offer special wedding accommodations. For example, Carnival Cruises, which hosts around 2,600 weddings every year, recently announced a revamped range of wedding packages with all the trappings, from intimate ceremonies for just the couple, to huge wedding bashes for dozens of guests.
Many honeymooners opt to sail to an exotic destination after getting married. While not all cruise lines offer special accommodations for newlyweds, it never hurts to mention it. Now and then, honeymooners might find it a little easier to reserve a special table or spa session.
For already married couples who would like to re-commit to each other, most ships provide an opportunity to renew vows. Depending upon the ship, this may be a ceremony performed for several couples at once or it may be special for one couple, so it is important to inquire before sailing.
Whatever the special occasion, cruises offer a host of opportunities for couples to enjoy an unforgettable romantic experience at sea.
