Start planning a cruise and you will be forgiven for thinking that the only journeys open to you involve trips along exotic destinations in the Caribbean and Mediterranean.
While there is nothing wrong with these types of cruise, we suggest you head off the beaten track – or should that be waves? – and enjoy the excitement and allure of these alternative cruises:
Juneau, Alaska, USA
The city of Juneau in Alaska is one of the most fascinating areas in America. It is the second largest city in the US when measuring area, but the resort may appear a little quiet seeing as though it has a population shy of 35,000 citizens.
However, this is no ghost town. Once you have stepped off your cruise ship upon reaching Juneau, you have the option to go bear spotting up Mount Juneau, enjoy a dogsled ride at the top of this magnificent glacier or discover the intriguing Alaska-Juneau Gold Mine.
With so much to see and do, ensure Juneau is not missed off the itinerary of your Alaska cruise by booking with a specialist travel agent like My Canada Trips.
Mystery Island, Vanuatu
Mystery Island sounds so intriguing that you may be convinced to go and visit this destination on name alone.
However, if you need more convincing than that, take note that this island in the South Pacific Ocean houses long stretches of golden beaches boarded by palm trees and lapped with crystal clear waters, as well as a spectacular coral reef.
On top of this, locals from surrounding islands will arrive at Mystery Island the day before you arrive in order to set up a strip of market stalls for the perfect welcoming party.
You will be hard pressed to find a better example of paradise anywhere else across the globe.
Mississippi, USA
We are back in the USA, but this time we are in the southern state of Mississippi to tell you about one of the most amazing river cruises you could ever undertake.
The Mississippi river is one of the most famous stretches of water in the world, with the ports of New Orleans, Chattanooga and Pittsburgh all open for access here.
Seeing as though the river is etched in so much history, why not feel like you have actually taken a step back in time by hopping aboard a traditional steamboat and enjoying a voyage to the heartland of America?