Top 10 Cruise Destinations 2009/2010

Top 10 Cruise Destinations 2009/2010

Where, Why and When

Barbados

What makes it special: Hot sun, warm sand, blue water, tropical breezes, friendly people, unspoiled charm and sophistication.

Best time: December to May (It is considered safe to avoid hurricane season which is in September and October).

Barbados

Virgin Islands

What makes it special: You’ll explore the remote islands where Charles Darwin observed unique wildlife that supported his evolution theory.

Best time: Although it is a year-round destination, you would be able to find the best hotels and attraction deals during the summer months.

Virgin Islands

French Riviera

What makes it special: Sea, mountains, vineyards, stunning nature and a multitude of cultural events. The French Riviera is a land of abundance, offering something for everyone.

Best time: November to March.

French Riviera

Mediterranean

What makes it special: Many exciting regions, including the French Riviera, Greek Islands, Italian Ligurian Coast and Spanish Costa del Sol.

Best time: May to September (warmest months).

Worst time: November to March.

Mediterranean Sea

Alaska

What makes it special: The great Alaskan wilderness – sailing among glaciers, fjords, snow-capped jagged peaks, and superb scenery.

Best time: May to mid-September (Although it is more advisable to from June to August as the daylight is a bit longer and temperatures a bit warmer).

Alaska

Fjords of Norway

What makes it special:Nothing compares to this incredible beauty. Sail across wild, beautiful and untouched nature. Fjords, mountains, glaciers, waterfalls and rivers, lakes and mountain lakes, snow, green grasslands, fish, fruit and berries, fresh air and clean flowing water. Do we need to go on…

Best time: June to August.

Worst time: Cold months.

Fjords of Norway

Baltic Sea

What makes it special: Splendid nature, fascinating cultures and traditions, exciting history from old monarchies to modern, vibrant cities such as Copenhagen, Helsinki, Stockholm and Tallinn and St. Petersburg.

Best time: June to August.

Worst time: Cold months.

Baltic Sea

Cayman Islands

What makes it special: Some consider the Cayman Islands as a tax-exempt heaven, yet for most people they are paradise on Earth. Soft white sand, underwater reefs and shipwrecks and the outstanding Seven Mile Beach.

Best time: January to mid-April

Worst time: Mid-June to early December (hurricane-threat period).

Cayman Islands

Greece

What makes it special: Athens, Corfu, Antique architecture, thousands of historical and cultural monuments, unique colorful scenery and traditional Mediterranean landscapes

Best time: Mid-May to Mid-October

Greece

Mexico

What makes it special: Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta and other west coast ports of call along the Mexican Riviera come alive with strong margaritas and lively mariachi bands.

Best time: November to April (drier, less humid and not quite as hot as the summer period).

Mexico