Introduction to Cruising

Cruising by boat is a lifestyle that involves living for extended time on a boat while traveling from place to place for pleasure. Cruising generally refers to trips of a few days or more, and can extend to round-the-world voyages. Cruising is done on both sail and power boats, although sail predominates over longer distances, as ocean-going power boats are considerably more expensive to purchase and operate.

Boat Sizes and Types

The size of the typical cruising boat has increased over the years and is currently in the range of 10 to 15 metres although smaller boats have been used in around-the-world trips, but are generally not recommended given the dangers involved. Many cruisers are long term and travel for many years, the most adventurous among them circle the globe over a period of three to ten years.

Travel Duration and Lifestyle

Many others take a year or two off from work and school for shorter trips and the chance to experience the cruising lifestyle. This book presents the dynamics of this subject with special emphasis on the practical aspects. This will serve the purpose of trainees and trainers of this subject.

Contents

Plan Your Cruise; The Destinations; Planning the Budget for Cruising; Marketing a Cruise Product; Travel and Tourism Business of Cruise.