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Has anybody been on an around the world cruise?
Question: Has anybody been on an around the world cruise?
Are they great?
What is the average age of the people who go on these world cruises?
Is it worth it?
(world cruise)
Best answer:
Answer by myraxellenxamos
I plan on it when I retire. Im only 25 so I have plenty of time to save. lol. I dont fly so that is the only way i am going to see the world. I cant wait.
edit: I think it is worth it. especially for people who dont fly. $ 30,000 (balcony stateroom) to be pampered and eat good for 3 months and see the world. I think $ 30,000 is cheap.
People on around the world cruises are generally retired, because in general only people who are retired can 100+ days off.
The data below is rough, but based on a survey we did at CruiseSavvy.com late last year, the age breakdown for people on an around-the-world cruise is…
Younger than 40: <1%
40s: 3%
50s: 4%
60s: 50%
70s: 33%
80s+: 10%
Caveat: sample size was small for around the world cruisers, just 130, and since it was an online survey we may have under-represented some older people, but I think the data is directionally right
That said, people who went on a world cruise LOVED it. Extremely high satisfaction rate. But you should consider the following:
- It's a great social experience, because you will be on the same ship with the same people for over three months. Some people love that, some don't.
- Be sure to pick a cruise line that suits your style and preferences. Some are better at service, some have prettier ships. You can get an understanding of the factors and different lines' strengths here:
http://www.cruisesavvy.com/savvyguide/choosing_your_cruise
- A cruise line that does a lot of around-the-world and exotic cruises will provide a much better experience because they know the ports and how to hire the best enrichment speakers
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