Are short 2- and 3-night cruises worth looking into? Of course! These are most often very much affordable and offer a more action-packed, nonstop party ambience than longer 7-night Caribbean cruise itineraries.
Why?
These are weekend cruises, departing on Thursday or Friday afternoon, so people are ready to squeeze in as much fun, relaxation, drinking, gambling, dancing, and eating as possible before going back to work on Monday. Thus they are also a great idea if you are short on time and need a quick relaxation time.
Age Groups?
Although you’ll definitely find more 20- and 30-somethings on these short trips than on any other type of cruise, you’ll still see a wide range of ages.
What about fist time cruises?
Aside from the fun factor, short cruises are a great way for first-time cruisers to test the waters before committing to a full week (though, the more party-oriented vibe of a short cruise is not an accurate representation of a longer 7-nights-plus itinerary).
What about the ships?
The ships that offer these minicruises tend to be the oldest in their fleets and are a bit beat-up compared to the newest big ships. Travellers also say that the service overall tends to be a bit low on these short trips. Then again, most passengers don’t notice and if especially you are a first time cruises, than of course you cannot tell if it is better or not!
On the other hand 4- and 5-night cruises typically depart on Sunday or Monday afternoon and sail through the Workweek. For sure these attract more the older and less party oriented people.
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