Sail into Fall: The Best Autumnal Cruise Destinations

Maybe in your mind you associate cruises with the summer months and sigh with frustration at the thought of having to wait till next year for an adventurous voyage. You may be surprised to know that autumn is the actually the best time for some of the most stunning cruise opportunities. Besides the beautiful colours that nature puts out, it is the ideal time to squeeze in one last adventure before winter sets in. If you are gathering ideas for destinations worth sailing to in autumn, below is a list of places that you should definitely consider.

Hawaii

An all-year-round favourite, Hawaii is an obvious choice. What makes the autumn particularly suitable for a visit is that while weather conditions remain excellent, this is the least busy time. This will give you an opportunity to enjoy some of the islands’ most scenic locations without all the crowds. An added bonus is the fact that the autumn is the least rainy period of the year, meaning that you can safely leave your umbrella at home.

Canada

If you want to see autumn in full splendour, Canada is the place to dock. Walk through the forests and marvel at the bright yellows, rich oranges and gorgeous reds of the leaves. To add to this the tranquil beauty are Canada’s pristine lakes. You will have a hard time saying goodbye to this gorgeous scenery.

Alaska

If you know Alaska only as a teeth-rattling, snow-covered place, you may be surprised to see it bustling with life on winter’s threshold. Thick forests, jaw-dropping fjords and sky-blue lakes are only a small portion of the attractions that await you here. Animal lovers have one more reason to visit in the autumn, as this is the time when numerous families of sea lions and humpback whales can be seen by the coasts.

China

Whether you decide to climb the Great Wall of China and look down at the thick forests of red and orange surrounding it as far as the eye can see or walk the endless rice fields that sway in the breeze, China has never looked so romantic as it does in autumn. While pictures of it during the spring and summer may have initially captivated you, come in autumn to be truly captivated by the unmissable and unique side to this breath-taking country.

Before You Go: Cruise Travel Insurance

Before visiting any of these exotic autumn destinations you may wish to invest in a cruise travel insurance policy. It will enable you to cruise all around the world, all while feeling safe in the knowledge that you are protected during your travels.

Whether you’re looking to experience the gorgeous foliage of Canada, the tourist-free warmth of Hawaii or the romance of China, there’s no better time and way to than on an autumnal cruise.

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Patrick Chong is the Managing Director of InsureMore, an award-winning team of specialists in global single trip, family, annual and cruise travel insurance policies. Besides offering great deals on travel insurance, Patrick also collects and shares the best free travel competitions to help his clients get the most out of their holidays.