Then the nickel-and-diming begins.
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Take a Pilates class?
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Indulge at one of the specialty restaurants?
Theres a charge for that, too.
The extras quickly add up, often sinking hearts when the bill arrives at the vacations end.
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But there are cruises that thankfully buck this trend, with minimal to no out-of-pocket expenses.
Is an All-inclusive Cruise Worth the Money?
It’s even possible to quantify the perks and often find real value.
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you’ve got the option to literally step on your ship with no money in your pocket.
Heres what the best all-inclusive cruise lines have to offer.
Whats included:Regent is known for its truly all-inclusive package.
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Both ships offer dining choices, wellness experiences, and entertainment options.
Sample cruise:Venice, Italy, to Athens, Greece; 10 nights aboard theCrystal Symphony.
Sample cruise:Caribbean Journey Voyage; nine nights aboard theAzamara Journey.
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Sample cruise:Hong Kong to Singapore; 14 days aboard theSilver Whisper.
Sample cruise:Tahiti and the Society Islands; seven nights aboard them/s Paul Gauguin.
It’s a great choice for afamily cruise.
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Gratuities are not included (the company recommends $35 per day, per guest).
Sample cruise:Alaska Fjords and Glaciers; seven nights on theExplorer, Discoverer,orAdventurer.
The latter’s small size is ideal for squeezing through the historic locks of Scotlands Caledonian Canal.
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The slightly largerHebridean Princesssails around Scotland and beyond.
Sample cruise:Footloose in the Highlands and Islands; seven nights aboard theHebridean Princess.
Sample cruise:Papeete to Papeete, Tahiti; 10 days aboardNautica.
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Sample cruise:Avignon to Lyon, France, on the Rhone; eight days aboard a Viking Longship.
Sample cruise:Alaska’s Glacier Bay and Island Adventure; seven nights aboard theAlaskan Dream.
Sample cruise:Amazon Explorer Cruise; four nights aboardAria AmazonorAqua Nera.
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The ships range in size from the intimate nine-suiteTreasure of Galapagosto several accommodating more than 150 guests.
The cruise line sticks to rivers across Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America.
Guests get their pick of everything from safari- to wine-themed itineraries.
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Sample cruise:Tulip Time cruise in the Netherlands; seven nights aboardAmaCerto,AmaLucia,AmaMora, orAmaSerena.
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