"My family had been planning a multigenerational trip to the Caribbean during the busy period between Christmas and New Year's Eve, which is also one of the most expensive travel weeks of the year. We wanted something that felt indulgent without becoming logistically exhausting or financially disproportionate once all the extras were added up. At first, we looked at high-end beach resorts, but they were commanding eye-watering rates."
"We booked the least expensive suite on a Seabourn ultra-luxury cruise for about $9,000. After crunching numbers and seeing high-end resort prices, this felt reasonable for a family trip. We loved getting to see lots of new places and not worry about having to plan our meals. I paid $9,000 for what was technically the cheapest room on an ultra-luxury cruise - a price that initially felt steep until I compared it with alternatives."
Booking the least expensive suite on a Seabourn Ovation cost about $9,000 for a 12-night Caribbean itinerary during the busy Christmas–New Year period. Comparing all costs, an all-inclusive cruise proved more economical than high-end beach resorts charging over $4,000 per night without food, drinks, or gratuities. The cruise allowed multigenerational travel with minimal logistics, multiple ports of call, and unpack-once convenience. The suite bathroom included dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a compact glass-enclosed shower that felt slightly tight. The Retreat on the top sundeck offered shaded cabanas, a calmer atmosphere, and attentive service.
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