Despite the fact that the Caribbean remains the undisputed leader for cruise destinations globally, the unprecedented demand for European river cruises and Baltic excursions — coupled with relatively low costs — has catapulted cruises in Europe to deep in the top 10 of 2013 Spring cruises.
In fact, compared to 2011 and 2012, Mediterranean cruises are down $35 per person, says Cruise Holidays officials.
“However, keep in mind that this number reflects reservations that go back to early 2012, when demand may not have been as strong as it is now,” said Mark Schiffner, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Cruise Holidays International.
“Pricing for some of the premium and luxury cruise lines that many of our passengers favor is actually ahead of last year,” continued Schiffner.
Caribbean pricing for a 7-day cruise is virtually the same as last year, and 7-day Alaska cruises are up about $20 per person, per day, compared to cruises booked in 2011 for 2012.
Take a look at the top 10 cruise destinations for 2013 Spring.
