Let's continue our series on alternative modes of travel. After having recently spoken to you about travel in campervans and motorhomes, let me tell you today about another mode of travel which has also tended to become more democratized in recent years: cruises.
I myself was able to take a cruise off the United Arab Emirates during which I had the chance to visit Dubai or Abu-Dhabi.
Cruises are not to everyone's taste, yet they have certain undeniable advantages, such as not feeling the fatigue of the journeys. Indeed, instead of undergoing the stress of transport logistics, you let yourself be transported from one stopover to another at night, from the comfort of your cabin. This is the main advantage that I have found in this type of trip.
Cruise to discover the wonders of the Mediterranean
Let's start this ranking with the most popular cruise, the cruise in the Mediterranean Sea. These are among the most popular, in particular thanks to their proximity to our country. Indeed it is possible to start this cruise in France, departing from Marseille. The most common route is through Spain and the city of Barcelona, then Majorca, Sicily, Palermo, then Italy through the port of Civitavecchia.
Among the other very popular routes, the one towards the Greek islands of Mykonos, Santorini, with a stop in Corfu, Dubrovnik in Croatia as well as in the essential city of Venice in Italy.
Cruise off the United Arab Emirates
Let me tell you about a cruise that I know very well, since I had the chance to try it a few years ago. Departing from and arriving in Dubai, this cruise in the Persian Gulf takes you to discover Oman and its capital Muscat, then various cities in the United Arab Emirates such as Fujairah, Abu Dhabi or Dubai. These cruises can take place from the end of Autumn and during the winter. The heat of the region makes them impossible in the summer.
Indian Ocean Cruise
Let's continue our descent towards the south and more precisely towards the Indian Ocean to go to the magnificent island of Reunion to discover its beaches, its famous volcano and its incredible nature. A cruise in the Indian Ocean that will make you discover the wonders of the region such as Mauritius, Madagascar and finally the Seychelles. These paradise islands are among the most beautiful in the world.
Cruise to the other side of the world: Australia and New Zealand
Let's now go to the other side of the world in the direction of the furthest destinations from France: New Zealand and Australia! If you have always dreamed of discovering New Zealand, then cruising can be a very good solution.
From Sydney you will make a few stops in Australia such as Melbourne or Tasmania then you will take the direction of New Zealand with stops in Auckland, Bay of Islands or Tauranga for the North Island to finally discover the most beautiful landscapes of the country on the South Island with a stop in the very famous Milford Sound.
Cruise in the Caribbean Sea
Finally, cruises in the Caribbean Sea are also part of the cruises particularly appreciated by cruise passengers. And for good reason, they often stop in paradise islands with names that make you dream such as Martinique, Guadeloupe, Saint Martin or the Dominican Republic.
A cruise under the sign of sunshine, fine sandy beaches and turquoise water!
There are many other cruises, more or less long, such as cruises around the world, which last nearly 120 days, and take you to discover the most beautiful destinations in the world. A unique experience !
