{"id":14206,"date":"2019-06-20T14:19:17","date_gmt":"2019-06-20T14:19:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carnival.com\/awaywego\/?p=14206"},"modified":"2019-07-05T17:16:35","modified_gmt":"2019-07-05T17:16:35","slug":"why-cruising-is-the-best-way-to-extend-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carnival.com\/awaywego\/cruising-fun\/how-to-plan\/why-cruising-is-the-best-way-to-extend-summer","title":{"rendered":"Why Cruising Is the Best Way to Extend Your Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’re like many people, summer is your favorite time of year. During the months of June, July and August, you can’t get enough outdoor cookouts, nature hikes, bike rides and water fun. You hate to see the season end, but if you’re wondering how to extend your summer<\/a>, there’s nothing better than a fall cruise to a tropical climate. Discover why cruising is the best way to make summer seem endless.<\/p>\n

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Island Weather is Warm and Balmy<\/strong><\/p>\n

When it comes to endless summer weather, few cruise destinations<\/a> beat the Caribbean Islands<\/a> and The Bahamas<\/a>. In these tropical locales, average temperatures hover near 80 degrees Fahrenheit year round, which allows you to engage in all sorts of summertime activities like sunbathing, swimming, hiking, biking, fishing and picnicking. You can find better deals on cruises to these beautiful destinations to extend your summer, including islands in the southern Caribbean Islands like Aruba<\/a>, Bonaire<\/a> and Curacao<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Spend Time Just Soaking Up Sun<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you’re hoping to relax and soak up the sun, there’s no shortage of places to do it on a tropical island cruise in autumn. Start with your ship<\/a>. Whether you’re into lounging by the pool while the kids swim or relaxing in a cabana at the adults-only retreat, cruise ships offer plenty of options.<\/p>\n

When your ship pulls into your dream destination, you may find a variety of beautiful beaches swathed with sugar-like sand. You can spend your time sunbathing and exploring lighthouses or opt for an indulgent shore excursion<\/a> featuring private chefs and bartenders and your choice of lounge chairs, beach beds or hammocks.<\/p>\n

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Opportunities for Water Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n

On board your cruise ship or on shore, the opportunities for water fun are many. Kids and adults enjoy zipping down twisty waterslides<\/a>, and some cruise ships even have side-by-side slides for the most enjoyable racing challenge. If a day at the pool sounds just right, many Carnival cruises offer two pools, each with unique features. Aft pools have dramatic views of the sea and the ship\u2019s wake, and mid-ship pools feature activities of all kinds. Many ships even feature dive-in movies<\/a>. You can watch blockbuster flicks from the pool, or settle into a comfy lounge chair on deck with a cozy blanket and popcorn.<\/p>\n

At featured ports of call, cruise passengers relish a variety of unique opportunities for fun in the water including snorkeling through colorful coral reefs, swimming with stingrays or dolphins and riding horses through the surf. For more water adventures, try fishing, body surfing, diving, sailing, boating, kayaking and riding in semi-submersible submarines<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Tropical Locations Offer Stunning Natural Scenery<\/strong><\/p>\n

Part of the fun of summer is connecting with nature. On a fall cruise, you’ll spend most of your time outdoors enjoying various natural environments, including sand, sea, mountains, rivers, rain forests and botanical gardens. Just a few activities offering stunning, natural views include:<\/p>\n