cruise maniac 15 Posted March 18, 2011 #1 Share Posted March 18, 2011 I was on the explorer for 9 days last june. it sailed to bemuda, st.thomas, st.maarten, puerto rico. The one thing i really liked was there were no other ships docked with us so the islands and beaches were not crowded. only place where there was another ship was st.thomas and san juan the carnival victory. The only reason i like seeing other ships in port is because i like to see what they look like up close and i live the horn sail away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traveling1969 Posted March 18, 2011 #2 Share Posted March 18, 2011 Only con I can think of: HOT HOT HOT! Bon Voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
addicted2 Posted March 18, 2011 #3 Share Posted March 18, 2011 The only reason we decided to not cruise in the summer is that we have good weather at home. We would rather cruise when the weather is cold at home. Also the Caribbean is alot more humid in the summer and there are more kids onboard. We have seen more cruise ships in port in the summer than the fall or winter anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frito58 Posted March 18, 2011 #4 Share Posted March 18, 2011 I was on the explorer for 9 days last june. it sailed to bemuda, st.thomas, st.maarten, puerto rico. The one thing i really liked was there were no other ships docked with us so the islands and beaches were not crowded. only place where there was another ship was st.thomas and san juan the carnival victory. The only reason i like seeing other ships in port is because i like to see what they look like up close and i live the horn sail away. Biggest con IMHO is to many kids , no offense , but most are out of school and thats when families sail and the heat would be a big one as well , we always sail late Oct. always have great weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellybutton530 Posted March 18, 2011 #5 Share Posted March 18, 2011 The pro: it won't be crowded The con: it'll be mostly Carnival cruisers....:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Attapooch Posted March 18, 2011 #6 Share Posted March 18, 2011 It all depends on what you consider Summer. For us, we always cruise the first week or two of June, which is generally right before schools let out around us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorapp Posted March 18, 2011 #7 Share Posted March 18, 2011 We sail in winter to get a much needed break from Michigan weather. By March/April we are really feeling cabin fever and are ready for some sun. :cool: The threat of hurricanes would keep me from cruising the Caribbean in the summer. Not sure I want "Mother Nature" to have that great a chance ruining my vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
time4u2go Posted March 18, 2011 #8 Share Posted March 18, 2011 One obvious con would be the threat of hurricanes. Not that a ship would be put in harm's way, but it could mean a change of itinerary or rougher seas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clean1owner Posted March 18, 2011 #9 Share Posted March 18, 2011 Pro: You are on a cruise vacation. Con: You don't appreciate getting away as much as you do in the winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted March 18, 2011 #10 Share Posted March 18, 2011 Cons traveling caribbean summer: 1- Hotter than any other time of year 2- Cruises have higher amount of passengers as kids are off from school 3- Price of cruise cost more money during summer months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 01Sweetpea Posted March 18, 2011 #11 Share Posted March 18, 2011 Pros - we are on a cruise!!! Cons - The weather IS hot Run the risk of hurricanes We usually cruise in the summer solely because of the kid's school schedules. We TRIED a few years ago having them miss a few days before Thanksgiving and it truly wasn't worth it, especially since the kids are all in HS. In a few years they will ALL be in college and DH & I can cruise whenever we want!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linkerbink Posted March 18, 2011 #12 Share Posted March 18, 2011 Pro: nice and hot! Which means the water will be warm. Con: too many kids!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcward89 Posted March 18, 2011 #13 Share Posted March 18, 2011 The only Pro I can think of is you'll be on a cruise which is always great. Cons: Price is higher in the summer More kids on summer cruises as they are out of school Weather issues...either extremely hot temps or hurricanes are both a possibility Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy Sails Posted March 18, 2011 #14 Share Posted March 18, 2011 The one and ONLY time I caved in and cruised during hurricane season - and to the Mexican Riviera which doesn't get many hurricanes - of course we had a hurricane. And it was SO incredibly hot/humid. Still had fun but much prefer cruising in the Spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marci22 Posted March 18, 2011 #15 Share Posted March 18, 2011 I only go in the summer because the kids are off from school. Otherwise I'd go in the spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishIwerethere Posted March 18, 2011 #16 Share Posted March 18, 2011 Hey People - one of the big reasons I cruise in late summer is the prices are lower than any other time, since it is hurricane season. Don't fear the hurricane season. Worst to happen is a missed port, with another great sea day instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLACRUISER99 Posted March 18, 2011 #17 Share Posted March 18, 2011 The Caribbean is to cold in Winter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eng23 Posted March 19, 2011 #18 Share Posted March 19, 2011 As others have stated: Pros- you are on vacation on a cruise ship Cons- It's hot, there are alot of kids, it costs more, and there is always the chance to encounter a hurricane that can cause itinerary changes. Enjoy! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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