First time cruiser with questions about elderly dad and a cruise...
Sep 20th, 2002, 08:49 AM
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First time cruiser with questions about elderly dad and a cruise...
I have a very youthful dad, age 88, who loves to gamble, relax and eat! I'm thinking he might love a cruise, but he's never been. Any insights for someone his age taking a cruise? No exotic or European ports. Thanks in advance
Sep 20th, 2002, 09:22 AM
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Excellent choice for a vacation, Janet. He can be as active or passive as he wants to be. If he goes with someone, he won't hold them back from more adventurous excursions.<BR> The only non-exotic ports I can think of are: Alaska<BR> New England<BR> Maybe Bermuda ( though British maybe be too European for him?)<BR> Hawaii but that maybe too exotic(but atleast a USA port)<BR> Yes, encourage him to cruise. It is the best!!
Sep 20th, 2002, 10:04 AM
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On a recent South American cruise on the Ryndam we had a 97 year old gal...dubbed Kissing Sally as she kissed everyone...in the company of her grand daughter. Not only did her granddaughter care for her, but all of the crew and passengers fell in love with her. She did fine.<BR><BR>When selecting a cruise line, remember all have their own personalities. Some cater to the youth market, other to the up-scale more senior market. <BR><BR>You did not indicate the price range you would look at so I cannot advise you in any way.<BR><BR>
Sep 20th, 2002, 03:50 PM
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I strongly agree about Holland America. Also check out the 'Crystal' ships. My parents are in their late 80s and they love cruising. You unpack once and see the world. Always someone to talk to and something to do. And there is always medical attention on board.
Sep 21st, 2002, 06:26 AM
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Janet, by all means CRUISE! My Mother, who is 94 (on a walker) and I cruise twice a year. We started cruising Seabourn (very small ship 208 pass.'s) several years ago. We always book the same suite which is by the elevator and she goes everywhere on the ship! She adores the Staff, crew and guests....and they love her! Your Father will indeed be "the hit" of the ship! Happy cruisin'!
Sep 23rd, 2002, 04:50 AM
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Thanks for the encouragement. Actually, I'm thinking we (me, husband, kid, and Dad) would all go on a cruise together. I'll do more checking, but I think something out of Miami might be best due to location. I think carribean would probably work best for us. Thanks again all.
