Why Choose a Luxury Cruise?

Cruise holidays are all about taking the time away from everyday life to appreciate what the world’s greatest destinations have to offer. At Bolsover Cruise Club, we know that the journey can be just as important as the destination, and that’s why luxury cruising is so popular.

Whether you appreciate service that goes that extra mile or want to dine on the finest cuisine, luxury cruises bring another level of comfort and pleasure to your cruising experience, but what are luxury cruise lines, and how do these cruises differ from standard ones? Join Bolsover Cruise Club as we answer these important questions.

The Finer Things: Why Choose a Luxury Cruise?

At Bolsover Cruise Club, we know just how amazing luxury cruises are, but why should you choose one for your next holiday? There are so many reasons we could choose from, but here are some of the best!

More Personalised Experiences

Before guests even board their luxury cruise, the first thing they might notice is that their ship is smaller than the average cruise ship. At face value, this may suggest less space for each guest to enjoy, but the opposite is true. 

Holding fewer guests, ships like the Spirit of Adventure offer a space-to-guest ratio that gives every passenger the freedom to roam and relax as they please, with each interior feeling more private and personal.

Lower passenger numbers on luxury cruises also enhance the guest-to-staff ratio, resulting in more attentive, personal service. With fewer guests to serve, staff can get to know those they see every day, becoming familiar with their tastes and preferences to deliver a tailored experience.

Exceptional Shore Excursions

Shore excursions are an exciting part of any cruise itinerary, and with so little time at each port, it’s crucial to spend it doing the best activities available. Many luxury cruise lines include shore excursions in their cruise fares, providing access to the finer, more lavish experiences of each destination.

From wine tasting in a Croatian vineyard to sampling craft breweries in New England, from hiking around the base of Alaska’s Exit Glacier to exploring Vietnam’s Cu Chi Tunnels, luxury cruises offer excursions that provide unique insights into the world’s most interesting cultures and histories.

Exclusive Port Access

Another benefit of luxury cruises is their ability to access lesser-known ports of call thanks to the smaller size of their ships. While standard cruises dock into the most popular and exciting destinations in the world, luxury cruises tick these off as well as a range of smaller, harder-to-access ports that larger ships just simply can’t reach.

The Very Best Service

On board any cruise, guests can expect service with a smile and excellent attention to detail. Luxury cruises are no different, except that they pride themselves on going above and beyond to guarantee a comfortable and opulent cruising experience.

In addition to serving drinks and providing assistance wherever requested, luxury cruise staff can also offer butler, sommelier, and laundry services to make every day at sea a seamless, stress-free, and enjoyable experience.

Dining To Write Home About

Food is an all-important aspect of any cruise experience, and with a luxury cruise, higher expectations are sure to be met. Serving exquisite food from Michelin-starred restaurants, guests will discover elegant restaurants and cosy cafes that meet their every taste and preference.

Luxury cruises often employ the highest-calibre chefs available, making their dining programmes strong rivals to those found on land. With expert cocktail artists and baristas too, even afternoon coffees and evening drinks become highlights of luxury cruises.

Luxury vs. Standard: What Is a Luxury Cruise?

Luxury cruises bring everything guests expect from the finest hotels in the world to the sailing experience. We’ve covered some of the differences between standard and luxury cruises, but let’s highlight exactly what makes a luxury cruise ‘luxury’!

Which Cruise Lines Offer Luxury Cruises?

Like the idea of a luxury cruise? Some of the most famous cruise lines in the world specialise in providing this exceptional standard of cruising, and with itineraries sailing to the most popular destinations in the world, let’s take a look at some of the best:

• Regent Seven Seas: As an industry leader in ultra-inclusive cruising, Regent Seven Seas excels on every front to bring speciality dining and spacious suites to itineraries across the Mediterranean and beyond.
• Oceania Cruises: Five-star luxury is a daily occurrence with Oceania Cruises’ fleet of purpose-built, experience-focused ships journeying from Northern Europe to the Caribbean.
• Seabourn Cruises: With onboard spa facilities and immersive shore activities, Seabourn Cruises’ hospitality-driven approach to cruising guarantees satisfaction all over the world.

Discover Your Perfect Cruise Getaway With Bolsover Cruise Club

At Bolsover Cruise Club, we know how incredible luxury cruises can be. The extra quality in dining, accommodation, and service can add up to a holiday experience you’ll never forget. If you’re ready to step on board and enjoy the finer things, book a cruise with Bolsover Cruise Club that you’ll never forget! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. One of our Cruise Experts will be happy to assist you.