Cruise ships are like floating resorts with all the choices the finest land based resorts have to offer. You can be by yourself and lie back in a lounge chair, breathe in the sea air, soak up the sun, read good books, or watch the ever-changing view. Or, you can join in exercise classes, dance classes, sports contests and other organized deck activities. Perhaps you can practice your tennis stroke or golf swing, or shoot some baskets. Some ships in the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line even have rock climbing walls. You can go for a swim, stretch out in the sauna or work out in the gym. Most cruise ships even have full service health spas where you can get massages or receive the wonderful rejuvenating treatments. You can see a feature movie, attend a lecture by renowned experts, play backgammon or bridge. And that's just when you're onboard!

So much you'll have a hard time choosing! You can go off on your own. Or take a guided tour. You can search ancient ruins or go shopping bargains. Ride a raft over river rapids, bicycle down the side of a 10,000 foot volcano, or ride a horse across miles of hills and beaches. Climb a waterfall or pyramid.

See the birthplace of civilization or listen to steel drum bands. Follow in the footsteps of history or the wake of a water-skiing boat. If there's still time, play golf or tennis. Eat native foods. Learn how to windsurf. Sun and swim at some of the world's best beaches. Catch a record breaking marlin. Sail, snorkel, or go scuba diving. Go to a nightclub or glittering casino. Take a cable car to the top of a mountain. Explore dark catacombs.

In short, a cruise is the easiest way to see new places and do all the things you have ever dreamed of. Cruising is the perfect way to sample a number of destinations that you may want to return to for another vacation...and you never have to pack and unpack. The destinations magically appear as your ship pulls into port!

On a cruise, you do what you want. You can do everything, or simply relax and do absolutely nothing. It's your vacation.

At night, life aboard a cruise ship really comes to life. There's dancing; live entertainment in nightclubs, casinos (on most ships), discos and lounges; feature films; and parties with all your new friends. There are also many special events like the Captain's Cocktail Party and the Late Night Buffet (for just one last bite to tide you over 'til breakfast). And the night can go on as long as you want. Even until the spectacle of sunrise at sea.

Everything you've heard about cruise ship dining is true. You'll find a variety of entries (appetizers, salads, soups, vegetables, and desserts, too) every time you sit down. And there's virtually no limit on what or how much you can order.

Just because your cruise ship offers plenty of delicious food doesn't mean you'll come home out of shape. You can choose low-cal, spa, or fitness menu selections that are just as tempting as the regular menu. You can also jog, do aerobics, work out in the gym, swim, golf, play tennis, and much more to burn off any extra calories you might consume.