A cruise holiday is the number ne choice for many people when it comes to the annual vacation and contrary to popular belief isn’t as expensive as many may think. When it comes to picking a cruise there are literally thousands of options available, from 1 week relatively regional cruises to around the world cruises that can take as long as a year. For this article, I’m going to focus on around the world cruises and provide a little insight into some of the destinations you can visit whilst enjoying the trip of a lifetime.
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For those who prefer to stay a little closer to home, there are also a number of shorter cruises that may be equally as rewarding. For example, some cruises from Brisbane, Australia, take in a number of fascinating ports of call including New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and whole host of the Pacific Islands. Although a short cruise is a relaxing break, nothing quite beats an around the world cruise, providing you have the time and sufficient funds. It is highly recommended that you select a long-established cruise line operator with great reputation.
Ports Of Call On A Typical Around The World Cruise From Brisbane
World cruises originating in Brisbane usually have a duration of around 100-110 days and take in a whole host of exotic and not so exotic ports of call. Below is a list of some notable ports of call.
- Auckland – We all know Auckland, the jewel in the crown of New Zealand’s cultural heritage and a great place to visit at any time of year.
- Komodo Island, Indonesia – This fascinating island is home to the famous Komodo Dragons – certainly a sight to behold. Don’t get too close though!
- Singapore – This teeming city state is a model country. Clean streets, impossibly polite locals and being arguably the best shopping spot in the world make this port of call a worthwhile stop.
- Colombo, Sri Lanka – When you set foot in Colombo you are entering a different world. This Indian Ocean Island is one the world’s most attractive islands with a vast abundance of natural beauty.
- Muscat, Oman – A mystical place straight out of the tales of Aladdin, this country has extremely friendly locals and some great souks. It represents the best the Middle East can offer.
- Barcelona, Spain – This is one of the world’s most visited cities and with good reason. Breathtaking architecture, great food and a world-famous soccer team ensure that this city is firmly on most people’s bucket list.
- Reykjavik, Iceland – This is truly a magical place for those who are not accustomed to a snowy wonderland. This is one of the world’s truly standout destinations.
- New York, USA – This iconic city needs absolutely no introduction or description. It simply is what it is.
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There are numerous more ports of call on the average around the world cruise, but they’ll have to wait to be mentioned another day!
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