Vacation on board the liner - today this dream is becoming a reality for thousands of Russians. Cruise companies have significantly expanded the range of destinations and price offers, so that now everyone can find what he not only likes, but also affords. However, there is always an acute question about which of the firms to entrust their vacation and life. For a tourist, not only the route is important, but also safety, the level of service, living conditions on board, the attitude of the staff and the quality of food. This article will list cruise lines whose services are valued by consumers around the world. Let's start with Russian companies, and then move on to world-famous stars.
Atlantis Line
If you are interested in traveling to distant cities and exotic countries, then here you will definitely find everything you want. Not all cruise companies provide their tourists with such a choice of destinations. In this case, you can order sea cruises around the world, Europe and the Mediterranean. Moreover, for one such trip there is an opportunity to visit dozens of countries andexotic ports, as well as plenty of sea air.
Atlantis Line is the largest representative of the most famous companies in the world, including the giants of the travel industry. According to tourists, this company was recognized as the best tour operator and number 1 in sea cruises. It is impossible to list all the directions, but we will give some of them as an example. A cruise across the B altic with a stop at Helsinki, Stockholm and a return to St. Petersburg for a period of 7 days will cost 38,000 rubles. A trip to Italy, Greece and Croatia for 8 days costs 32 thousand. You can contact the managers by phone +7 (495) 787-25-10 or by stopping by the office located in Moscow, on 1st Tverskaya-Yamskaya d. 23, building 1.
Best river cruises
In fact, they are in no way inferior to sea ones, on the contrary, they have their own charm. Cruise companies in Russia most often offer a large number of options for traveling along the rivers of our great country. Such a vacation is especially recommended for those who prefer to combine cognitive rest with comfort. And one of the best in this industry is the tour operator "Orthodox". A world-famous cruise company offers you a unique opportunity to visit several Russian cities at once, and without tiring journeys. Judging by the reviews of tourists, they appreciate the activities of this company very highly. Everything is thought out to the smallest detail. The cost of the tour already includes food and entertainment, that is, you only have to unpack your suitcase once and enjoy your vacation, regardless of whetherhow many countries and cities you will visit.
Separately, I would like to note the fleet that the "Orthodox" has. The cruise company offers you a vacation on one of nine comfortable motor ships, each of which is a real floating hotel. They are equipped with a large number of comfortable cabins, restaurants and bars, sun loungers on decks where you can sunbathe, and beauty salons. The journey is structured in such a way that every day you go for a walk around a new city, and then return to the ship, where you will have dinner and rest. Cruises are mostly made from Moscow or St. Petersburg. In six days you can visit a large number of ancient cities, including Yaroslavl and Uglich, Mandrgi and Goritsy. The cost of the trip starts from 33,000 rubles (in a cabin with a window, designed for one person).
Cruise companies of St. Petersburg
It is the capital cities of Russia that are distinguished by the abundance of tour operators who specialize specifically in cruise vacations. Today it is becoming more and more popular, as it is a budget option for traveling to a large number of countries. A person who has never traveled abroad may be confused by the large number of options. And such a tour will allow you to visit a dozen cities at once, so that next time you already know exactly where to go. Let's look at the largest and most famous of them.
Infoflot
First of all, I would like to tell you about the best cruise companies in St. Petersburg. These, no doubt, include"Infoflot". Founded in 2003, the company has not changed its main profile. River cruises have been and are its main specialization, and the accumulated experience and knowledge allow us to improve services every year. The company works with all leading cruise operators in Russia. At the same time, the proposal base includes about 3,000 voyages for navigation on more than 100 motor ships. Majestic and comfortable "Dmitry Furmanov", "Alexander Benois", "Nekrasov", "Karl Marx" and "Vasily Chapaev" are at the service of tourists.
Judging by the reviews of tourists, they are primarily attracted by the full cycle of tourist services. Comfortable cabins become a second home during the trip. It offers tourists - satellite TV and restaurant meals, a wide selection of basic and additional excursions and recreational activities. The routes of this company flow along most of the navigable rivers of Russia: the Volga, Kama, Oka, Don, Lena, Lake Ladoga, as well as other water arteries of our country. It is Infoflot that annually collects a huge number of grateful reviews for a great vacation.
Vodokhod
Cruise companies in Russia today are indistinguishable from European companies in terms of the highest level of service. At the same time, the cost of tours compares favorably, and the opportunity to go on a cruise directly from your hometown cannot but rejoice. You are offered a choice of ships of different classes with a slightly different package of services. The class "Standard" is the ships "Georgy Zhukov", "Alexander Suvorov", "Dzerzhinsky". ATthe list of services includes a fixed set of sightseeing tours, a dietary menu. The comfort class offers you, in addition to the standard set of services, bottled water in the cabins, a buffet breakfast and many additional excursions to choose from. If you like this option, then welcome on board the motor ships Lenin, Mikhail Frunze, Kronstadt.
At the same time, the "comfort +" class is waiting for you on the liners "Nizhny Novgorod", "Leonid Sobolev". Each cabin here has a refrigerator and TV, as well as all the necessary toiletries. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style. There is a choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Bottled water is brought to the cabins throughout the journey. Finally, premium-class ships are Maxim Gorky and Alexander Pushkin. The list of services includes a public table with drinks and sweets, napkins and slippers in the cabins, plus the entire set of services listed above.
The river cruise company offers a huge number of different destinations to choose from. Tours from St. Petersburg to Valaam and Kizhi are very popular. The duration may vary, it depends on your capabilities. A tour along the Volga and Kama will give you amazing impressions. And if you do not have time, then weekend tours are at your service. This weekend will be remembered for a long time. Of course, we are interested in the reviews of tourists who have already rested with this company. Numerous responses form a very flattering opinion about the company "Vodokhod". Tourists emphasize, starting from the beautifulthe choice of tours and ending with the well-coordinated work of the staff - everything is thought out to the smallest detail. This gives you the opportunity to spend your vacation exactly the way you wanted. Each tourist can count on an individual approach. You will definitely choose exactly the conditions that would suit you.
Rusich Cruise Fleet
Another cruise ship company that is definitely trustworthy. Are you looking for affordable cruise holidays in Russia? You can consider that your search is over. The company offers to travel on modern ships equipped with the latest technology. The comfortable motor ship Velikaya Rus, beloved by tourists, is equipped with modern mechanics and a navigation system, as well as fire safety equipment. It was this ship that was built taking into account the narrow locks through which the ship would have to pass while traveling along the rivers. No less majestic is the ship "Rodnaya Rus", which is also part of the company's fleet. These two snow-white liners will become the embodiment of your dreams. In 2006, the ship was modernized. And now it is a comfortable floating hotel.
All excursions guarantee a pleasant stay and at the same time give a lot of knowledge about your native country. In particular, it is the Rusich company that offers you unique tours: “In the footsteps of World War II”, “The Eastern Peninsula of Myngyshlak”, “Northern Pilgrims”, “Russian North”, “Solovki Express” and many others. Tourists emphasize that such a number of educational routes, inwhich experienced guides provide a lot of useful information that other cruise companies do not provide. Reviews also indicate that the organization of the holiday itself is well thought out. You will not have to face unpleasant moments when the requested service cannot be provided because the administrators missed something. Comfortable living conditions, quality food, evening entertainment and pre-planned excursions - all this creates an excellent impression of the time spent on board.
Mediterranean trip
Excellent vacation and acquaintance with European countries is offered by MSC cruise company. It is part of the largest holding, which since 1970 has been operating as a cargo transportation company, and then began to carry out sea cruises. First of all, the company offered routes around the Mediterranean. Subsequently, new flights and cruise ships were added. However, the Italian flavor remained unchanged. Judging by the reviews, all tourists were able to experience this special ease with which you are met on board, to appreciate a varied and very beautiful holiday.
MSC CRUISES cruise company offers its guests family vacation options. Children are very welcome here, they are provided with free accommodation in a cabin with two adults. Russian groups often gather on cruise ships of this company, both with and without escort. In addition to the Mediterranean, there are tours to Africa and the Indian Ocean, Northern Europe, the Canary Islands, Morocco and South America, toshores of the Caribbean.
Indian Ocean Cruises
If you dream of getting to an overseas island, swimming in the warm ocean and admiring exotic beauties, then a trip to Goa will be an ideal option. Indian cruise company Costa offers you Indian Ocean tours. The magnificent Maldives, Colombo and Sri Lanka are waiting for you, a sea of adventures and surprises. Judging by the reviews, it is these tours that are the most spectacular and vibrant. The cost of the cruise includes accommodation in a cabin of your chosen category, full board, access to the pool and gym, jacuzzi and sauna, sports grounds. To make the evenings pass brightly, animation works especially for you, visits to music and dance shows on board. A fascinating journey called "Sparkling Nights" will last exactly two weeks. Its cost is 2600 euros, from time to time the company announces discounts up to 50%.
The best companies in the world
Choosing a travel operator is a very responsible task that must be approached with all seriousness. We will now list the best cruise companies in the world, the rating of which was based on the assessment of their activities directly by tourists. Royal Caribbean International opens our list. This company was formed through the merger of several Norwegian cruise operators. To date, she has the most impressive fleet, consisting of 22 high-class liners. These are not just motor ships, but huge floating entertainment complexes. To the ranking listthe flagship of the Freedom of the Seas fleet is also included, on which there is a pool with an artificial wave for surfers, a water park for children and adults, a jacuzzi that protrudes beyond the sides of the liner. But that's not all. Imagine the possibility of going to the ice arena, tennis court, football or basketball field, theater and disco - all on board the liner on the way to the Maldives.
Celebrity Cruises is another luxury itinerary company. This is not a cheap pleasure, however, tourists claim that the highest service is fully consistent with the money spent. The company provides excellent food on board, and also relies on the exquisite finishes of cabins and deck spaces. Surprisingly, this is a relatively young company. It was founded in 1990. Today she can be proud of her achievements, as she has repeatedly received prizes and awards. At the same time, the route network is another reason for pride. Celebrity Cruises liners sail the seas of all continents of the world, offering weekend tours and large-scale trips, standard or very exotic at your choice.
Budget options
Among the world's giants in this business segment, there are not too many who adhere to an affordable pricing policy. An example is the company MSC Crociere, which has already been mentioned. This is a newcomer to the market that has quickly established a reputation for its modern fleet, Italian service and fairly low prices. But it's not the only company in its price range.segment. Princess Cruises is another universal operator that makes routes all over the world. A unique difference from competitors is the presence of a good excursion package when entering the port, allowing tourists to visit amazing and interesting places. The basis of the company's fleet is 3 liners with a capacity of about 2000 people, where tourists will find an atmosphere of coziness and comfort.
Work on liners
Very often it is in Russia that the most famous cruise companies are recruiting. Vacancies are most often posted through the largest recruitment agencies. Therefore, if you are interested in such a job, then you should take care of posting your resume. Today, work on liners is one of the most popular programs related to working abroad, which provides consistently high earnings. The extensive geography of routes allows you to see almost the whole world. Such cruise ship companies as Carnival Cruise Lines, Apollo, Cunard, Seabourn, Royal Carribean, Princess Cruises, Costa Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Lines, and many others consistently recruit staff in the CIS countries. Each of them has a reputation as a reliable employer that values its employees and provides them with decent living conditions and a high level of wages. Therefore, if you want to see the whole world, and at the same time not only not go broke on tickets, but also earn a decent amount, then this is an ideal option.
