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Weekly Cruise News April 23, 2012

This is the weekly roundup of events and news in the cruise community.

Stressed Out? Cruise For Your Mental Health!

Whether it’s due to work, family or a too-busy life, almost everyone will suffer from stress at some point in their lives. Stress can have a negative effect on the mind and body, worsening your mood and raising your blood pressure. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and stressed, there’s nothing that will help you relax more quickly than a cruise! Here are some great cruises to choose from if you need to take a break from it all:

Spa Cruise

What better way is there to relax than a day at the spa? A week at the spa aboard a wonderful cruise ship! Costa and Celebrity both have newer ships that are outfitted to provide guests with a full-blown spa experience. From cabins decorated to provide a Zen-like feel to restaurants serving light and healthy fare, these cruises are a phenomenal way to unwind. Relax with facial treatments, full body massages and in-cabin treats and you’ll be ready to re-enter your life by the time the cruise comes to an end.

Adventure Cruise

Whether you choose to cruise to Antarctica, Alaska or even Mexico, an adventure cruise can offer you an amazing way to distress. Did you know that exercise is one of the best ways to overcome stress and reduce your blood pressure? An adventure cruise offers a myriad of activities designed to get you moving and provide excitement. Snorkel, dive with sea lions, swim with sharks or hike over mountains and your batteries are sure to be recharged.

Amazon River Cruise

One of the newest trends in the cruise industry is the riverboat cruise. Rather than cruising along the open ocean on a luxury ship, travelers are opting for a more intimate experience aboard a smaller ship, cruising along the various rivers of the world. An Amazon River cruise in Peru is an absolutely amazing experience that should be included on everyone’s bucket list. Travelers are afforded the opportunity to not only see a part of the world they’ve not previously been to, but to experience the vast amount of wildlife and gorgeous rainforests of the region.

Disney Cruise

No cruise list would be complete without mentioning a Disney Cruise. Instead of traveling to Florida to experience all that Disney has to offer, travelers can board a cruise ship with Mickey and Minnie and have the trip of a lifetime. Disney cruises head to exciting destinations that include: Alaska, Hawaii, Europe, Mexico, Canada and the Bahamas. No matter where you want to travel in the world, there’s a good chance that a Disney ship can take you there!

Kids Cruises

While some cruises are designed with adults in mind, there are some fantastic cruises to take with the children. Royal Caribbean offers family centered cruises aboard Oasis of the Seas, Liberty of the Seas and Freedom of the Seas. The Adventure your program, along with partnerships with Crayola and Fisher-Price, ensure that your children will have a fantastic time right alongside their parents!

If you’re looking to unwind and take a break from the daily stressors in your life, a cruise can be a great option. With all of the cruise options available today you’ll have no problem finding a cruise that feels like it was tailor made for you and your family!

Jessica Alan is a freelance travel writer and guidance counselor earning a counseling masters degree online while writing full-time.

Weekly Cruise News April 16, 2012

This is the weekly roundup of events and news in the cruise community.