Cruises are a wonderful option for getting away from it all, and often, your biggest decision will be what you want to get with your cruise. For some vacationers, the desire to be free of encumbrances like looking after your own luggage, dry cleaning, etc. is one of the greatest temptations, and for them, the luxury cruise is the only way to go.

As opposed to a general cruise package, where your room is efficient, yet small in dimension, a luxury cruise will offer en suite accommodations, with a sitting area, bedroom, and walk-in closets for easy storage of your luggage, and access to your clothes.

The suite will come equipped with all the entertainment features you would expect in a high class hotel, including television, VCR, stereo systems, and DVD players, with a free library.

Expect to find the highest quality furnishings and linens, as well as amenities such as robes and slippers. Personal touches include designer name shampoos, conditioners, soaps, and bath products.

Dining will be an experience in itself, with only the finest gourmet chefs in charge of the daily menus, in a variety of themed dining rooms. You may also have the option to enjoy an intimate, course by course dinner in your own suite.

Facilities around the ship will be included in your cruise package, so that you may enjoy the spa or fitness center whenever you want, without paying, or having it put on a bill for your suite. Open bars are also frequent features on luxury cruises, so that no matter where you are on the ship, and whether you have a wallet on you or not, the beverages are complimentary, making it convenient to pick up a spritzer or champagne.

Luxury cruises are just that- true luxury, that you will revel in, and an experience not to be forgotten.