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tibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTSCrossing the Atlantic – top 5 cruises
In the golden days of boat travel, at the beginning of the past century, crossing the Atlantic could be an utterly luxurious experience for some, and completely miserable for others, of course.But those who had the money and the means to secure a high-end cabin on a passenger liner could look forward to weeks of luxury, complete with elegant dinners, cocktail parties and all that jazz.
Nowadays, crossing the Atlantic is less popular (thanks to fast planes), but there still are some cruise lines that provide Atlantic crossings for those who feel some nostalgia for the days when crossing the ocean was about glamor (for some). Here are some great ways for crossing the Atlantic – top 5 cruises.
Southampton to New York
Southampton, photo by Ralph Rawlinson
Crossing the Atlantic from Southampton to New York is considered by many to be the original transatlantic journey. Southampton, a port city on the south coast of England, is associated with ships like the Titanic as well as some of the largest cruise ships in the world.
There are lots of cruise companies offering the Southampton- Big Apple trip, which can take about 7-8 days. Probably the most popular cruise ship for this crossing is the Queen Mary 2.
Rome to Fort Lauderdale
A trip from Rome to Fort Lauderdale with Princess Cruises will sate the thirst for luxury of any traveler, no matter how picky. From the glamorous and historically rich streets of Rome, you will go to the Venice of America.
The cruise’s highlights are a variety of onboard entertainment and amenities made for pampering: hot tub, golf simulator, lap pool. You can also take cooking classes on board, or just indulge in the excellent cruise restaurants.
Malaga to San Juan
Malaga, photo by Ari Helminen
Malaga, the capital of fiery Andalusia, is a great match for the tropical wonder of San Juan in Puerto Rico. The Royal Caribbean cruise line tries to recapture the sense of adventure that was an integral part of sailing in the past.
The ports of call are usually the most exciting parts of the cruise, because you get to explore some magnificent locations, and still be able to return to the luxury of your stateroom in the evening.
Cherbourg to New York
If you want a twist on the classic transatlantic crossing, you can switch Southampton for glamorous Cherbourg, in Lower Normandy. Apart from being famous for the movie that has the town’s name in its title (The umbrellas of Cherbourg), this was also one of the last ports of call of the ill-fated Titanic.
You can take the Cherbourg-New York trip on the Queen Mary 2, and relish the staterooms with private balconies, the spa, a planetarium and the largest cruise ballroom on the planet.
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travel search by Travelgrove (get this widget)Port Canaveral to Copenhagen
Copenhagen, photo by JamesZ_Flickr
Take your leave from the busiest port in the world, Port Canaveral in Florida, and sail away across the Atlantic to one of the most beautiful cities in Europe – Copenhagen.
Norwegian Cruises offers this 11 day cruise in a relaxed and casual environment. It’s the perfect cruise for those who don’t like dressing fancy but still enjoy their fine dining and explore the fascinating ports of call.
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