Huckleberry Posted April 1, 2007 #1 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Having just returned from a wonderful voyage aboard the Miracle last Sunday, I’m still going through cruise withdrawal. To deal with this problem, my wife and I have been looking for a summer trip to take – maybe a short one out of Jacksonville. I’m worried that 5 days might not be enough to satisfy my cruise cravings, however. The only two cruises we’ve taken were for a full week on the Miracle and Triumph. Will the shorter vacation on an older ship be a disappointment? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wennfred Posted April 1, 2007 #2 Share Posted April 1, 2007 To me a 5, 4, 3 day isn't enough, you have to unpack and pack again, an 8 dayer is just right. Fred Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GayleR Posted April 1, 2007 #3 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Since you mention Jacksonville, I'm assuming that you are talking about the Celebration. She is a wonderful ship, but given the choice between a 5 day and a 7 day, I'd take the 7 day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CeleBrat Posted April 1, 2007 #4 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Nope--not long enough once you've been on a week-long cruise. As soon as you step onboard you'll be doing that "oh no, only 3 days left" countdown thing in your head. CeleBrat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzerci Posted April 1, 2007 #5 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Short cruises are fine, I have done a couple myself, the only down side is that the ships sailing on the shorter iteneraries are usually older ships that really don't compare to the ones that you are probably used to. We are taking a 4 day leaving Monday, but we are going into it knowing that it is not going to be the same experience that we have on the new ships that we are used to. Look at it this way- any cruise is better than being in drydock :p ! If you are disappointed in your shorter cruise, that just gives you an excuse to book a longer cruise next time. I would go for it, just go into it with an open mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuyahoga11 Posted April 1, 2007 #6 Share Posted April 1, 2007 I dont think the shorter cruises would be such a bad thing, but I have to fly to a port so 7 days is the shortest I do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terri77 Posted April 1, 2007 #7 Share Posted April 1, 2007 I've only been on a 5 day cruise and for me it was just right. Honestly, I was a little tired of eating by day 5, which is entirely my fault I admit. I would like to try a 7 day cruise when one returns to New Orleans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycruzer68 Posted April 1, 2007 #8 Share Posted April 1, 2007 :) It depends on what you are looking for, we like 5 day cruises. We always take a few days before or after to stay in the city we sail from and enjoy some down time that way. We like seeing different parts of the U.S. sure I can't get to St.Thomas on a 5 day, we'll get there someday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathiggy Posted April 1, 2007 #9 Share Posted April 1, 2007 We like the 7 day cruise because we have to fly so far. Plus after a couple of days in port we like to relax on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsterjohn Posted April 1, 2007 #10 Share Posted April 1, 2007 I do fine with 5 dayers. I am in Atlanta so I can drive to the ports. Sometimes 5 day ones work out better for me than 7 day ones, esp when I am bringing the kids along. Although it seems most people like only the newer ships, I actually had a better time on the jubilee and the fantasy than I did on the triumph. The older ships are just fine, they just have a bit of wear and tear on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted April 1, 2007 Author #11 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Although it seems most people like only the newer ships, I actually had a better time on the jubilee and the fantasy than I did on the triumph. The older ships are just fine, they just have a bit of wear and tear on them. Thanks - You're making me fell a little more positive about the prospect of a 5 day trip. Will you elaborate a bit about the comparison between the older and newer ships? What made you like the Jubilee and Fantasy more than Triumph? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbles1209 Posted April 1, 2007 #12 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Our 1st cruise was a 7 day, our 2nd cruise was a 6 day, and our next cruise is a 7 day. I wouldn't want to go any shorter than 6 even though we were thinking of a 5 day when we thought dd and a friend were coming along. Didn't work out they're not coming so we elected to do another 7 day. 4 or less would to me be a tease, 5 probably would too, but at the same time, would be better than none. We prefer the longer ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nofishforme Posted April 1, 2007 #13 Share Posted April 1, 2007 just look at it this way 5 days you dont have to cook make your bed and you cant get room service at home oh and drinks on the deck by the pool.i'll take any time i can get on a ship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tundra582 Posted April 1, 2007 #14 Share Posted April 1, 2007 I prefer no less than 7 but sometimes my schedule will only permit a 4 or 5. They go by fast but make each day count. 1 day of cruising equals weeks of work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oklahoma_doug Posted April 1, 2007 #15 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Will the shorter vacation on an older ship be a disappointment? Five days are for the most part enough to make the cruise blues go away. As for the smaller ships, they have a lot of advantages such as shorter lines and more personalization between the guest and crew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMember Posted April 1, 2007 #16 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Shorter cruises than 7 days you will get all the bratty kids and their bratty parents booking these cruises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PINEVIEW01 Posted April 1, 2007 #17 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Having just returned from a wonderful voyage aboard the Miracle last Sunday, I’m still going through cruise withdrawal. To deal with this problem, my wife and I have been looking for a summer trip to take – maybe a short one out of Jacksonville. I’m worried that 5 days might not be enough to satisfy my cruise cravings, however. The only two cruises we’ve taken were for a full week on the Miracle and Triumph. Will the shorter vacation on an older ship be a disappointment? If all you can do is a 5 day that is better than nothing. But, it you can do a 7 or a nice 8 day southeren.:D. Just have to realize the ship will be older and more worn but, you are on a ship. I happen to like the Fatasy class that are now deligated to the shorter cruises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kml2000 Posted April 1, 2007 #18 Share Posted April 1, 2007 I would book one no less than 5 days. I have done the 3 and 4 day and neither are long enough when you factor in the afternoon sailing and EARLY AM docking. I think I could do a 5 day and enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsterjohn Posted April 1, 2007 #19 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Thanks - You're making me fell a little more positive about the prospect of a 5 day trip. Will you elaborate a bit about the comparison between the older and newer ships? What made you like the Jubilee and Fantasy more than Triumph? The Fantasy was the prettiest ship and had a great itiniary and good vibe on it. No lines for anything, plenty of chairs up on the decks and good food. The jubillee was just all around fun. The triumph seemed to be a bit to sterile, had long lines for everthing and just not as fun. Keep in mind though that I took the triumph right out of drydock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddyjo143 Posted April 1, 2007 #20 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Thanks - You're making me fell a little more positive about the prospect of a 5 day trip. Will you elaborate a bit about the comparison between the older and newer ships? What made you like the Jubilee and Fantasy more than Triumph? We liked the Fantasy and Fascination better than Glory. We found the service better on the smaller ships. The Fantasy class ships seem to have more outdoor space in addition to the pool area. I think this is because there are more balconies on the Conquest class vs. Fantasy class ships. It is easier to walk around the smaller ships. We also can get away more easily for a 4 or 5 day cruise than a 7 day cruise. We also figure we will be closer to Platinum status if we travel more frequently on shorter cruises.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jobster71 Posted April 1, 2007 #21 Share Posted April 1, 2007 5 days might be to long if your mil is coming with you!!! In our October cruise my dear mil is going to be with us. She is going to be a #1 cruise CRITIC. :eek: She thinks the music in church is too loud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpmaximus Posted April 2, 2007 #22 Share Posted April 2, 2007 If you've done a 7 day already i would not recommend going on a cruise shorter than 5 days. After the second night on a five day you already start to feel like the cruise will be over soon and that is depressing. The Inspiration is a great older ship if you need a recomendation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chigirlcruzin Posted April 2, 2007 #23 Share Posted April 2, 2007 I'm doing a 4 day and 7 day due to limited vacation time. I was going to go to Vegas, but decided on the 4 day cruise - I have work convention in Vegas in the summer, so I'm going to fly in the weekend before. The 4 day will be just enough to give me a little R&R. I won't do a 5 day because if I'm going to do a 5 day, I may as well do a 7 day - I'd miss just as much work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgreenpc Posted April 2, 2007 #24 Share Posted April 2, 2007 I have done 3, 5 7 and 8 day cruises.... I find anything less than 5 is a waste of time... at least for us. We think 7 is the real sweet spot with anything more being a bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckycruzer Posted April 2, 2007 #25 Share Posted April 2, 2007 I do in the late fall when prices are low..b4 or after Turkey Day..one trip, one park hassel, one unpack/pack, same table, just a qwik walk thru to get new SnS card..1st on the boat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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