Creating Lifelong Memories: Why You Should Board a Luxury Cruise for Your Honeymoon

“Megamoons” have recently risen in popularity among soon-to-be-married couples. The trend, characterized by either an extended or extravagant honeymoon, has seen couples investing just as much–if not more–into the vacation as their nuptial celebrations. In fact, Business Wire reports that saving up for a honeymoon is a top priority for 68% of Gen Z couples and 64% of millennial couples. Furthermore, an Expedia survey reveals that 53% of couples, in general, intend to spend big on their honeymoon, such as going to bucket-list destinations or boarding a luxury cruise.

Arguably, the interest among soon-to-be honeymooners is partly why the luxury cruise industry is seeing massive growth. According to Cruise Industry News, 2023 is expected to see over a million luxury cruise passengers. As such, if you’re looking for convincing reasons to similarly jump on the bandwagon (or ship, in this case), read on.

Enjoy all-inclusive perks

Credit: Explora Journeys

Honeymoons are no doubt exciting, but planning them can be taxing, especially on top of wedding preparations. This is why luxury cruises are the perfect solution: unlike regular cruises and other travel options, they are all-inclusive with top-of-the-line experiences making it totally stress-free for guests. Everything is taken care of on your behalf, which means little to no planning is required. The all-inclusive packages at Explora Luxury Cruises provide specially-curated sojourns to stunning destinations across North and South America, Europe, the Caribbean, Africa and Asia. Wherever you choose to sail, you will be provided with exceptional culinary experiences, unlimited drinks and shuttle services to and from ports of call. All this invites you and your spouse to relax and linger in the moment a little longer–all while someone else does the planning and navigating for you.

See and visit more

With the multi-stop itinerary of most luxury cruise liners, you’re not limited to just one honeymoon destination. Instead, you can explore various places in one fell swoop without worrying about transit and additional expenses. You and your spouse can watch the sun setting over the Mediterranean one day and catch the sun rising over the sprawling Greek acropolis the next. When you do choose to alight and go exploring, your luxury liner will treat you to tailored experiences in your chosen destination. For instance, exclusive local immersions and tours from Silversea allow you to thoroughly explore fascinating sites and engage with local communities. The best part of all this? You don’t have to keep packing or switching accommodations. You can just let the waves take you to the next unforgettable destination.

Get value for money

Even if you’re prepared to spend big, the hefty price tag on luxury cruises might still surprise you (think $5,000 to $7,000). Nonetheless, you do get what you pay for–and more. Aside from those previously mentioned, what makes these cruises worth it is the tailored experience. This means more personal space: suites are more spacious and elegant, with private balconies and breathtaking views for you to enjoy alongside special offerings like your choice of select spirits. Even public spaces like lounges and restaurants observe standards that ensure there is no overcrowding and guests enjoy an exclusive ambiance. It also means more quality service. As per Cruise Critic, on luxury cruises, every two guests are assigned one staff to aid them almost 24/7–from assisting with luggage and laundry to providing dining and activity recommendations onshore. This is perfect for newlyweds looking for a lush and pampered trip.

Honeymoons are the best time to focus on your new spouse and build a solid relationship. As we discuss in our article on "When the Wedding’s Over", creating an unshakeable foundation early on can do wonders for your marriage after the wedding high wears off. With a luxury cruise, you can do just that by reaping the benefits of a fuss-free trip: no planning and no stressing–just you, your spouse and the wide-open world waiting for lifelong memories to be made. For more ideas on planning your Wedding Day and honeymoon, do read our other articles.

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