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10 Things You Must Do On a Cruise<\/h2>\n
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  1. Frolic Outdoors in New Parts of the World<\/li>\n
  2. Interact With Cool Animals and Fish, or Just Watch<\/li>\n
  3. Explore Historic Cities at Ports of Call<\/li>\n
  4. Gaze at a Sunset<\/li>\n
  5. Jump Into the Onboard Pool<\/li>\n
  6. Play Your Favorite Sport, or Try a New One<\/li>\n
  7. Luxuriate at the Spa<\/li>\n
  8. Dine Abundantly<\/li>\n
  9. Let Us Entertain You<\/li>\n
  10. Shop For The Unusual<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

     <\/p>\n

    Going on a cruise<\/a> is about enjoying yourself to the hilt while you’re cruising and bringing home memories that will last a lifetime. Visiting exotic new destinations<\/a> is a big part of the excitement, but there are practically endless enticing things to do on board a cruise ship<\/a>, too \u2014 all conveniently located in the same marvelous floating space. Here are ten things that you must do on a cruise.<\/p>\n

    1. Frolic Outdoors in New Parts of the World<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Adventuring in new locales is a classic cruising activity. Are you going on a cruise to the Caribbean<\/a>? Take an offshore excursion to snorkel the great natural reefs, zip line through rain forests, or give parasailing a spin.<\/p>\n

    Heading for Hawaii<\/a>? Feast at a traditional luau, or unwind at the world-famous Waikiki Beach, where you can rent a surfboard, standup paddleboard, or boogie board and act like a surfing pro.<\/p>\n

    \"aerial<\/p>\n

    2. Interact With Cool Animals and Fish, or Just Watch<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Getting to know nature up-close is another fun thing to do on a cruise. Traveling northward to Alaska<\/a>? Stop off at Icy Strait Point, an unspoiled wilderness<\/a> with some of the best bear and whale watching to be found in the state. Cruising to a tropical climate?<\/p>\n

    Swim with the rays in Grand Turk<\/a>, make friends with dolphins off Kona, Hawaii<\/a>, or go horseback riding along the magnificent shoreline of Half Moon Cay<\/a> in The Bahamas<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    \"whale<\/p>\n

    3. Explore Historic Cities at Ports of Call<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Experiencing history and culture adds a different dimension to your vacation, so it’s another classic cruise activity. Are you on your way to Mexico<\/a>? Take a shore excursion to the Mayan ruins in the ancient city of Tulum, which sits above a 40-foot sheer cliff with unforgettable views of the blue sea below.<\/p>\n

    On a cruise to Antigua<\/a>, embark on a walking tour of St. John’s and the surrounding harbor. First colonized by the British back in 1632, this quaint area still celebrates high tea at 4 p.m. each day.<\/p>\n

    \"ancient<\/p>\n

    4. Gaze at a Sunset<\/strong><\/p>\n

    When you’re back on board the cruise ship, it’s time to re-gear. You’ve probably been snapping photos during your shore excursions<\/a>, but you might want to take out your smartphone again to capture some digital memories of a glorious sunset.<\/p>\n

    You can get great shots of the end-of-day horizon from several vantage points, including the open deck and the promenade. If your stateroom has a private deck, settle down in a deck chair and wonder at the colorful kaleidoscopic skyline. That’s one of the most relaxing things to do on a cruise.<\/p>\n

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    5. Jump Into the Onboard Pool<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Cavorting in the swimming pool is another thing that you must do on a cruise. Bring your whole family with you. Nearly all Carnival cruise ships feature WaterWorks<\/a>, and the newest updated vessels also offer super aquatic fun through state-of-the art innovations, like side-by-side racing waterslides and dive-in movies. Refresh yourself and lounge about at a poolside bar or eatery.<\/p>\n

    \"children<\/p>\n

    6. Play Your Favorite Sport, or Try a New One<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Participating in sports is another classic cruising activity. Basketball courts, jogging tracks, and mini-golf courses are on board most Carnival cruise ships. On many ships, you’ll also find tables for ping pong, foosball, and billiards, plus gym equipment for keeping in shape.<\/p>\n

    Some ships offer ropes courses, too. Another distinctive thing to do, SkyRide<\/a> lets you zip safely around a two-lane suspended track high above the sea in a pedal-powered, bicycle-like go-mobile.<\/p>\n

    \"man<\/p>\n

    7. Luxuriate at the Spa<\/strong><\/p>\n

    When you’re getting ready for onboard nightlife, visiting the spa is a must-do on a cruise. Spas on most Carnival cruise ships<\/a> provide luxurious treatments like hot stone massages and body wraps along with hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, and full-service hair and beauty salons.<\/p>\n

    On some cruise ships, you’ll also find hydrotherapy pools<\/a>, filled with nutrient-rich vitamins so you\u2019ll feel renewed from head to toe.<\/p>\n

    \"hydrotherapy<\/p>\n

    8. Dine Abundantly<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Staying out of the kitchen while on vacation is also a must-do on a cruise. Whether you’re donning jeans or dressed to the nines, Carnival’s Dining Room<\/a> provides delicious three-course meals from a rotating menu featuring fresh seafood, prime rib and an abundance of other options.<\/p>\n

    Most cruise ships are outfitted with onboard steakhouses<\/a> and with specialty eateries like Guy\u2019s Burger Joint<\/a>, Guy\u2019s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse<\/a>, Italian restaurants<\/a>, pasta bars<\/a>, pizzerias<\/a>, sushi spots<\/a>, and a whole lot more.<\/p>\n

    \"delicious<\/p>\n

    9. Let Us Entertain You<\/strong><\/p>\n

    At Carnival, where fun is the top priority, great entertainment is a classic cruise activity. After dinner, enjoy yourself at one of Carnival’s well-known spectacular stage shows<\/a>. If movies are more your thing, Carnival’s latest cruise ships have IMAX theaters<\/a>, too. Also, take some time to stroll over to the onboard casino<\/a>. You never know when you’ll win big and take home a boatload of cash.<\/p>\n

    \"group<\/p>\n

    10. Shop for the Unusual<\/strong><\/p>\n

    What? Your cruise ship has reached another port of call and you haven’t gone shopping yet<\/a>? Hunting for unusual souvenirs and gifts is another must-do on a cruise. Going on a cruise to Costa Rica?<\/p>\n

    Take a shore excursion to a Costa Rican coffee farm<\/a>, sample the brew, and end the day at Sarchi, a famous artisan town where you can browse through hand-painted oxcarts and other beautiful handmade crafts. Is your destination The Bahamas<\/a>?<\/p>\n

    Take the Garden of the Groves Sightseeing and Shopping Tour<\/a>, which will bring you to the Port Lucaya Marketplace. And before you relax on the soothing sandy beaches of St. Maarten<\/a>, browse the quaint, European-style boutiques on the island\u2019s French side, St. Martin.<\/p>\n

    \"women<\/p>\n

    Going on a cruise is your opportunity to leave your everyday routine behind and discover new adventures and experiences that the world has to offer. Make these ten must-dos part of your bucket list, and you’ll bring home memories to keep you happy way beyond your final port of call.<\/p>\n

    Note: Onboard activities, shore excursions, and dining options may vary by\u00a0ship<\/a>\u00a0and destination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"10 Things You Must Do On a Cruise Frolic Outdoors in New Parts of the World Interact With Cool Animals … read more<\/a>","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":13662,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5,77],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13659","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cruising-fun","category-what-to-expect"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nIt Isn't a Cruise Until You've Done These 10 Things | Carnival Cruise Line<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Going on a cruise is about enjoying yourself to the hilt while you're cruising and bringing home memories that will last a lifetime. 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