Cruises are a hugely popular way to spend a holiday and increasing numbers of passengers are taking to the seas each year on P&O cruises and other cruise lines. Once the preserve of the rich, cruises were thought of as formal affairs with cocktail dresses and black tie worn at dinner, but there are many cruise ships out there now which are far more relaxed in their dress code and activities.
Many people love the flexibility of cruising as they can visit several countries in just a few days even if it is only for a taste of what that country is like.
They can travel between countries easily without even having to unpack their suitcase each time and the schedule is arranged for them so there is little stress.
There is also so much to do on board the modern cruise ships and there is a full range of leisure, shopping and cultural activities, so people need never be bored between ports of call. They are also great for kids as there is a full entertainment schedule for them, so that parents also have the chance to relax while their children are supervised.
Cruises are not cheap, granted, but you can get some good deals on last minute cruises, plus you have to remember that everything is included so it is easy to budget.