3 Reasons Why You Should Book a Cruise for Your Next Vacation
You’re way overdue for a vacation (like, four years, to be exact). While that’s terrible news for your PTO, it’s great news for your future self, because Royal Caribbean just added a brand-new ship to its (already impressive) lineup: Symphony of the Seas. Whether you’re looking for a solo escape, a getaway with girlfriends or a vacation that’s fit for the whole family, here are three reasons you should consider this ship (and finally take advantage of those vacation days, ya hear?).
You Can Check Multiple Places Off Your Bucket List
Of course, spending a week in Costa Rica sounds amazing, but how about visiting two, three or even four more locations in the span of a week (sometimes even less time)? From Basseterre, Saint Kitts to Cozumel, Mexico to Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas, the Symphony of the Seas can hit them all. Depending on how many days you choose to cruise, you’ll spend about one full day in each location, which means you’ll have plenty of time to sightsee before sailing on. And we’ll do you one better: You only have to unpack once.
There Are So Many Onboard Activities (Besides Sunbathing)
It’s time to lose that “stuck on a ship with nothing to do” mentality. Into outdoor sports? Try the Rock Climbing Wall that will take you 40 feet above deck or the Zip Line that is suspended nine decks above the boardwalk. On the competitive side? Challenge a friend to race down the Ultimate Abyss, the ten-story double slide that’s the tallest one at sea. Want something a little more laid-back? Grab tickets (all included on the ship) to live shows like Hairspray or AquaTheater, a stunning performance of aerial and underwater acrobatics featuring two 30-foot diving platforms and 137,000 gallons of water.
The Food Scene Includes More Than Unlimited Daiquiris
Think you’ll be eating the same thing every night? Think again. With more than 20 restaurants and cafés onboard, there’s no shortage of variety. If you have kiddos in your group, make it a point to eat at Wonderland, the imaginative dinner that will have you feeling like Alice as you dine on baby vegetables in a garden of “soil and pebbles.” You can also turn the tables and become the chef by taking a sushi-making class at Izumi. Want something more classic? Try Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver, which serves up rustic dishes with seasonal ingredients. We recommend the “famous plank”—a charcuterie board piled high with cured meats, pickles and cheese.
