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Mediterranean Cruise Articles and Frequently asked questionsBest Time to Cruise the Mediterranean When to Cruise the Mediterranean? Read More...... ______________________________________ Passport or visa for my Mediterranean cruise Documents Required for Mediterranean Cruise It is the responsiblity of each traveller to learn of the documentation requirements for their cruise. Passports requirement for visitors to countries within the Mediterranean is dependent on their nationality but before one can embark on their cruise they must first produce valid identification. However, passengers are strongly urged to bring along their passports when they are going to sail the Mediterranean. A visa is also required, for some nationals, for entry intro certain countries. Citizens of the United States of America are exempt from such visa restrictions but prospective travellers should enquire with their respective immigration departments to see if they must obtain a visa for entry to specific countries that will be on their itinerary. Read More.... ______________________________________ How long dose a Mediterranean cruises last The length of Mediterranean cruises varies with cruise lines, the type of cruise and where in the Mediterranean one is looking to visit. In general Mediterranean cruises vary in length from three (3) nights short cruises up to seventeen (19) nights for grand Mediterranean cruises. Cruises limited to only one country such as France or Italy, are usually short in duration while exploring numerous destinations increases the duration of the cruise. Grand Mediterranean cruises, that explore both the eastern and western Mediterranean, and that allows for a traveller to see and experience more of the region are the longest in duration. Read More.... ______________________________________ Due to the many different countries, within the region, that are visited by cruise liners, the problem of currency could be problematic to unprepared travellers. Although each county has their own local currency the widely accepted currencies throughout the region are the US Dollar, British Pound Sterling and the Euro. The more popular of the three is the Euro, the official currency of the Eurozone; a group of 17 members of the European Union. Such countries include France, Greece, Spain, Cyprus, Malta and Italy; all of which are popular stops for Mediterranean cruises. The Euro was implemented with the main goal of creating a strong and stable European economy and was launched on January 1, 1999 with circulation commencing in 2002. After a few sub-par years of growth, the value of the euro has increased rapidly reaching heights of $1.43 and £1.24 in 2010. Not only has the value of the euro increased vastly so too has its international usage making it not only popular within Europe and the Mediterranean but also the world. Read more.... ______________________________________ make a telephone call from the Mediterranean Mediterranean Calling Options Making a phone call from onboard a Mediterranean cruise or from different countries of the region can be a very tricky proposition and in most cases expensive. If you are making a phone call using a cell phone with international privileges then the rates will vary based on the service provider. Cruise Lines, including Norwegian Cruise line and Carnival, with the use of high-bandwidth technology allows passengers to text and make and receive calls to and from anywhere in the world. Rates vary between service providers, with a popular company like AT&T having international roaming rates, within the Mediterranean, from $0.99 in a country like France and up to $2.89 in Turkey. There are also more options, besides cell phone use, available to passengers wishing to make calls. One such option is the use of satellite phones provided onboard the cruise liners. Read more... ______________________________________ As is the case when someone goes on vacation, they usually feel the need to bring back home souvenirs to remember their trip. Such is the case with cruise ship passengers who sail the Mediterranean region seeking not only for rest and relaxation but also good deals for gifts, souvenirs and bargain items. The Mediterranean provides good opportunities to shop but knowing what and what-not-to buy along with where to shop. One convenient place to shop, that is often overlooked, is right onboard your cruise ship. The shopping areas onboard each cruise liner provides passengers a secure and convenient environment to purchase duty free items along with clothing, alcohol, tobacco products, jewelry, perfume and other personal items. The cruise companies are competing against the local shops and vendors, at the various ports of call, and as such provide a variety of items although not usually at the cheapest prices. The shopping areas onboard are therefore a good place to shop when you are in need of a certain items, such as toiletries and casual clothing, but expect to pay more than you would at a local drug or department store. Read more... ______________________________________ How much does a Mediterranean cruise cost? There is no simple answer for such a question due to the fact that the cost of a Mediterranean cruise varies with many different factors such as the length of the cruise, where you intend to go, the activities you intend to do and also the volume of shopping that will be done. Naturally a 17 day cruise would cost much more than a 3 day cruise and also more would have to be spent on other amenities. Prices for a 3-night Mediterranean cruise on average is about $270 plus port taxes, with 7 night cruises ranging from $1,000 to $4,000. Trips of 12 nights and more will cost around $5,500 to $14,000. These prices are heavily dependent on the cruise company one chooses and the time of year for the cruise. Luxury all inclusive cruise lines will naturally cost more than cost effective liners. One will also realize that the prices for Mediterranean cruises are more expensive in the summer months when compared to prices in the fall season months. It is also strongly advised that passengers read and understand the ‘fine prints’ as to be fully aware of what is included onboard, what they will be paying for and at what cost. Read more... ______________________________________
Mediterranean Cruise Attire The climate is the most important factor that should dictate what type of clothes to pack when one is going on a Mediterranean cruise. If the cruise is in the summer months than one can expect warm, very dry weather associated with a sub-tropical climate which is the classification of the Mediterranean region. During the summer months temperatures reaches highs of 80°F(27°C) during the daytime. With such weather one should pack T-shirts, light clothing, sandals, shorts and of course bathing suit. Also included should be sunglasses, hats and sunblock. Traveling in autumn or winter presents a different proposition as temperatures can be significantly cooler, with temperatures as low as 30°F(-1.°C) in some parts of the Mediterranean. The Mediterranean winter is also the rainy season so along with long pants, boots and proper winter wear, one will find an umbrella handy if they plan to explore the Mediterranean landscape. Read more... ______________________________________
Taking a cruising around the Mediterranean is, in itself, a truly amazing adventure but if one is looking for a little bit more, to see and do more within the region then ground transportation will be very important. As with all areas common to cruise passengers, there are many tour companies to choose from if one wants to take a tour. Tour companies are popular throughout the region, offering not only tours but also transportation to just about anywhere passengers wish to explore. For instance, if one docks at the Civitavecchia port, in Italy, and wants to head to Rome to experience the Roman culture then one can get a three hour tour for one to three persons for 350€ from Discovery Tours. For a ten hour VIP tour, visiting just about every popular sightseeing destination, one can expect to pay 750€ and upwards. Tour companies offering excursions are not only popular in the European states of the Mediterranean but also in the south of the region in such a country like Israel. Companies such as ShoreTrips and Gems of Israel offer transportation and private tours, as low as $100 USD, of the holy land for individuals and groups looking to explore the rich and well documented history of the region. Read more... ______________________________________
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