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The days are getting longer, and the weather is finally getting warmer, so what better way to celebrate than with a cruise holiday, but where is the best place to cruise in spring?
Spring cruise dealsThe days are getting longer, and the weather is finally getting warmer, so what better way to celebrate than with a cruise holiday? There are so many cruise destinations waiting to help you enjoy everything that this wonderful season has to offer, but where is the best place to cruise in spring? Join Odysia Cruise as we go month by month to identify the best spring destinations on offer from top cruise lines.
As the frost begins to thaw, there are plenty of destinations ready to accommodate an early spring getaway. If you’re unsure as to whether March is a good time to cruise, here are a few of our top picks.
A popular summer favourite for European holidaymakers, the Mediterranean is a superb destination for a March cruise. The peak time for sailing to this region is the height of summer, but the shoulder season of early spring can deliver a variety of benefits, including fewer crowds and cheaper rates.
Across the Mediterranean, guests can expect warm weather compared to the chilly British climate, making the region an incredible spot for short breaks that deliver on sunny beach days, city tours, and culinary revelations. For better sailing conditions, we recommend cruising later in the month.
For those looking to venture further afield, a March cruise destination offering something different is Australasia. As the peak season comes to an end, March cruises to Australia and New Zealand provide favourable rates as well as a healthy range of itineraries and activities to enjoy.
Especially in southern regions, the beginning of autumn is a wonderful period for exploring Australia. Fewer crowds make sightseeing a more pleasant experience, and events like the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival and the Moomba Festival make the region a hive of activity ripe for exploration.
March cruises to Australasia are available from Royal Caribbean, Cunard, and Princess Cruises.
In the heart of spring, April is a good time to cruise for the variety of activities and seasonal events that become available across the world. In the season of change, April is when exciting things start to happen.
Experience spring like never before on an April cruise to East Asia. For those craving adventure, these itineraries are packed with events and sights that certainly won’t be forgotten in a hurry. Few examples better the cherry blossom in Japan, with pink blooms of incredible foliage on display throughout the month.
Once-in-a-lifetime spectacles like the cherry blossom are made even better with the warming weather that April brings to the region and the abundance of festivities that can be discovered, including the Takayama Festival in Japan and Reunification Day in Vietnam. Although slightly more expensive, these spring cruises are like no other.
April cruises to East Asia are available from Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean and Oceania Cruises.
Discover paradise on an April Caribbean cruise. Many people may know that the peak period for cruising to this wonderful destination is early in the calendar year, but April can be the perfect time to capitalise on warm, low-humidity weather and lower prices.
At the end of the Caribbean cruising season, April offers guests the opportunity to make the most of the activities on offer, including aquatic fun like snorkelling and jet skiing. Another gem of this period is Carnival, a celebration of music, costumes, and dancing that transforms the Caribbean into one giant party.
April cruises to the Caribbean are available from Royal Caribbean, MSC Cruises, and Norwegian Cruise Line.
Summer is just around the corner, but there’s still a lot of springtime fun to be had in the month of May. The weather is heating up, so let’s look at where you should go before the summertime rush!
It may seem strange to visit somewhere as cold as Alaska just as the weather is beginning to warm, but there is so much to discover on a spring cruise to this gem of North America. As the start of the shoulder season, this period means fewer crowds, lower prices, and less rain, but that’s just the start.
In May, Alaska’s days are much longer than in the winter, meaning activities and wildlife spotting become more viable. Guests can take advantage of one of the driest months in the Alaskan calendar by exploring the lush greens of the emerging spring and looking out for migrating birds and moose returning from their winter slumber.
May cruises to Alaska are available from Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, and Royal Caribbean.
Although associated with wintery wonder, the Norwegian Fjords are perfect to explore in May. In the snowmelt of spring, these landscapes of Norway awaken with life and colour, creating cascading waterfalls and rolling green mountains to enjoy during the quieter, cheaper shoulder season.
Although the weather can be a bit up and down in May, the improved weather and longer daylight hours mean guests can take part in activities that aren’t as viable in winter, such as kayaking, hiking and cycling.
May cruises to the Norwegian Fjords are available from Holland America Line, MSC Cruises and P&O Cruises.
Spring is a brilliant time of year to go on a cruise, no matter if you’re craving a tropical beach escape or total wilderness immersion. The world is at your fingertips during the months of March, April, and May, so be sure to make the most of their cruising potential!
If you have more questions about spring cruises, be sure to contact us. Our team of Cruise Experts will help you make the best decision and guide you on your way to the cruise experience of a lifetime!
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