A relaxing day at the beach with a cold drink, warm breezes and stunning views sure sounds awesome. But if you book a cruise excursion that promises you sun and sand, you might go from being a beach bum to being just plain bummed.
What you'll likely find on a beach shore trip are swarms of fellow cruisers (particularly in popular ports on days when more than one ship is calling) who all had the same idea. Crowds can make umbrellas and chairs scarce, the atmosphere loud and lines for the toilets long, leaving you with an ambience that's anything but serene.
