A study conducted by cruise specialist cruise.co.uk, has revealed that the cost of cruising has remained consistent or cheaper over the last ten years.
The study is applicable to a number of destinations including the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the Caribbean, for 7-14 night sailings.
The agent took a series of sample sailings in 2012, 2019 and 2022, comparing similar experiences, from multiple cruise lines.
Results have shown that most sailings were, as a minimum, in line with inflation, if not cheaper.
For example, an inside cabin on a 14-night P&O Caribbean cruise, sailing from Barbados came in at £1,659 including flights ten years ago in 2012.
In 2019 the cost came down to £1,503 per person, while a matched 2022 sailing only set guests back £999.
Similarly, a balcony cabin on an early summer 14-night Mediterranean cruise with Princess Cruises, sailing from Southampton was £1,499 in 2012.
This year, the same sailing is priced at just £1,315, a reduction of 12%.
Tony Andrews, Deputy Managing Director of cruise.co.uk, said:
“Given how much is included on a cruise holiday – such as meals, top class entertainment, kids’ clubs across a range of ages and onboard leisure facilities – means it’s phenomenal to see so many examples of consistent pricing over the last ten years.
“Holidaymakers would be hard pushed to find any other getaway that offers such incredible value-for-money over time.
“With money-saving drinks packages also available on most sailings, we’re confident the all-inclusive nature of a holiday at sea means cruises will continue to offer unbeatable value.”
For more information, go to www.cruise.co.uk
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