When Is The Best Time To Cruise?
Asking yourself when is the best time to cruise?
The simple answer is it depends. It all comes down to your priorities, what you want to experience, and your budget. For the best deals think about travelling in the shoulder season (the time between the peak and low season). You may have the occasional rainy day or fewer wildlife sightings but there will be more sailing dates and cabin options.
To know the best time for your next cruise, consider your desired destination, weather conditions, and your top experiences. Take a look at the breakdown we’ve prepared to help you book your cruise easily.
Destination
Our Take
Alaska
Best Deals: May, August to September
Best Weather: June and July
The weather is still cool so there may be the occasional rainy day but travelling outside the school holidays increases the likelihood of special offers.
North America
Best Deals: June to the first week of September
Best Weather: June to August
Travelling around North America in Autumn is a bonus for many reasons, first, you will get to experience all of the leaves changing colour and second you will save travelling outside of the peak time.
Hawaii
Best Deals: October to the first week of December
Best Weather: May to August
Consider early Autumn (late September) when the weather is mild and fewer kids onboard to make the most of your Hawaiian cruise.
Caribbean
Best Deals: June to November (Watch out for hurricane season)
Best Weather: December to June
Hurricanes can spoil your vacation in the worst way possible. Book during the best weather as much as possible.
Mexican Riviera
Best Deals: September and January
Best Weather: November to the end of February
There really is no bad time to cruise Mexico, you will have more rain during their wet season.
South America
Best Deals: November, late April to early May
Best Weather: December and January
There is no bad time to cruise is South America, but it is a good idea to plan your trip around festivals or events for example Carnival is not to be missed.
Panama Canal
Best Deals: Early January, April, and September
Best Weather: December to February
There really is no bad time to travel the Panama Canal, there will be the occasional rain during the wet season in November.
Northern Europe
Best Weather: May to August
Northern Europe is only open for cruises a few months out of the year, make sure to book in early to secure your date.
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