The millennial Cruise ship experience

When you think of a cruise, what do you imagine?

Is it 70+ year old men and women out on the rooftop deck playing shuffleboard?

That’s how it used to be, but all of that has changed (Thank Goodness!) many cruise lines are making sure they market to the millennial crowd. Which is smart considering many of us have caught the dreadful travel bug.

But why cruise?

1. You only have to unpack once! - This is a game changer especially for me. One of the best/worst things about traveling is packing and unpacking if you’re going to multiple cities. If you travel to these places by cruise ship your “hotel” is moving with you, so no need to deal with rearranging and packing your suitcase until the end.
2. Meals Are Included - Food is included in the price of your trip. You’ll have to double check which ones but, one of the best things is not having to worry about extra food costs, and theses ships have accredited chefs on board to make meals that will surely satisfy your palate.
3. Fun Activities - While traveling between different ports, you can participate in many fun activities aboard the ship. Whether it’s lounging by the pool, participating in activities thought of by your Cruise Director, taking in a show, or dancing the night away…there’s something for everyone that you don’t necessarily have to pay extra to do. Not to mention when you get to your port of destination, there are fun offshore excursions (oftentimes purchased at an additional cost) that are bound to leave you with some great memories.

And which one?
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One millennial marketed cruise ship that’s really becoming a game changer is called U by Uniworld. Offering trips in France, Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands to name a few they are really creating a different “cruise ship” experience. Here is why I’ll be using them as soon as I can.

1. They’re really more like a floating boutique hotel! - Because they sail on a river, they’re smaller. This offers a unique personalized travel experience where you can really get to know your fellow travelers in a setting that's not too bad on the eyes either.
2. They accommodate solo travelers - One of the first things I looked at, especially since I do most of my trips solo. You can get a single room or be paired in a room with another traveler in your same shoes.
3. They offer included excursions - You’re already paying to be aboard their river cruise boat, so they want to make sure you have the best experience possible without having to pay for a lot of "additional things".
4. Activities are Millennial Geared - Silent Discos, Wine and Paint Nights, Mixology Classes, Morning Rooftop Yoga…Does it get any better then that?

Make sure to check them out here, and hopefully I’ll see you sailing in the near future. Xoxo, @kellithinks