Many of us would like to travel to different parts of the world to see with our own eyes the breathtaking landscapes Mother Nature created, discover different worlds, learn about other cultures and maybe even learn a little bit about ourselves along the way.

Not knowing the local language, customs, and food make some North Americans wary about touring exotic places on their own. Tour buses take you to these foreign destinations, however, that involves long hours cramped in your seat and having to pack and unpack each time you check into a different hotel every night. Being on the move constantly and sleeping in a different bed every night may take its toll on the enjoyment of your vacation.

There's plenty of breathtaking scenery to enjoy on an exotic cruise. You can go to the lush lands of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean, the magical waterfalls of Burnie in Australia, or the pristine beaches of the South Pacific.

For history enthusiasts, an exotic cruise can take you to ancient and archaeological sites such as Ephesus, dating back sometime between 1500 and 1000 BC; the glorious Pyramids of Egypt, one of the seven wonders of the world built circa 2500 BC; or the Mayan Ruins of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, a civilization that flourished between 300 to 900 AD.

While traveling, you're in the comfort of a luxurious cruise ship, sleep in the same comfortable bed every night and dine on five course meals served by great wait staff who know your name after the first night. Your bartender will know your favourite drink whether you're sailing into Dubai or getting back on the ship after a busy day trekking the rainforest in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica. As you go from one city to the next, your hotel takes you there - no flying, driving, or taking public transportation - as you are dining, taking in a show, or enjoying a drink with new friends in the bar lounge.

While at port, you can participate in an organized shore excursion or explore on your own while your ship awaits you. When you're back onboard, you can relax, have a drink or two before dinner while your ship sets sail for the next exotic port. Cruising makes traveling so easy!

For travelers who only stay at five star hotels, cruising can offer pampering in complete luxury. Smaller ships such as Crystal, Regent, Seabourn, Silversea, Azamara and Oceania can offer splendid suites with large verandahs, butlers dedicated to making sure you have the best experience possible, and delectables comparable to those found only at the best restaurants on land. Onboard spas, gyms with the latest equipment, and well-stocked wine cellars will cater to those who are used to the very best. These smaller ships also go to ports not frequented by larger ships.

On a budget? There are several modern cruise lines with state-of-the art facilities catering to those who want to see Europe on a smaller budget. They are spacious, offer tons of amenities and sail to the most popular ports all over the world. The embarkation ports for these ships are generally accessible by air from all the major North American cities, so getting onboard your cruise is quite easy. They sail the most popular exotic itineraries and they include: Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Princess, Norwegian Cruise Lines and Holland America.

Most exotic cruises are as short as seven nights and as long as thirty nights. However, there are world cruises too that can be 120 days or longer! The most popular itineraries are ten to fourteen nights as more destinations are covered than in a seven night itinerary and they may even include a few days at sea to relax and enjoy life onboard the ship. Many travelers will add a few days in the city they start or end their cruise.

With so much to choose from, deciding on the right exotic cruise for yourself may be confusing. Let one of our Exotic Cruise Experts help you. After all, our mission is to send you on a cruise vacation that exceeds your greatest expectation and offers you exceptional value. Call us today at 1-800-565-2784.