What Is Included in a Cruise?

Cruise ships are ideal for travelers who don't want to worry about details.

Cruises can be taken all over the world and are usually all-inclusive. That includes your accommodations, food and entertainment so you don't have to worry about any details. The definition of a cruise is a trip by water in a ship for pleasure, usually stopping at multiple ports.

Food and Drink

All meals are included on a cruise, the majority of the time in buffet form. This includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and a midnight buffet. Room service and nightly dinners in a restaurant also tend to be included, depending on the cruise liner. Non-alcoholic beverages, such as fruit juices, coffee and tea, also are included.

Cabins

Sleeping accommodations are included, as well as a cabin steward. The steward will introduce himself at the beginning of your journey and offer assistance at any time for a more personalized trip. Daily cleaning and turn down of your bed are included.

Entertainment

Entertainment is included in many forms. There are daily events to participate in such as karaoke or shuffleboard as well as shows. Some of the entertainment included is comedians, singers and Broadway style shows.

Things Not Included

Alcoholic beverages and soda tend not to be included on cruises. On-shore excursions are also an extra charge if you choose to partake in any.

References

• All Crusing: What's included in a cruise?
• Princess Cruises: What's Included in Your Cruise
• Love to Know: Cruise Price Inclusions

Resources

• Smarter Travel: What is ( and isn't ) included in the price of my cruise?