Nearly everyone dreams of a taking a trip to Europe. The continent is rich in culture, history, and beauty that motivate many of us to explore this fabulous region. Perhaps the best way to experience the beauty of Europe is from a cruise ship. There are many benefits to taking a cruise of Europe, with convenience and cost saving being two of the most significant reasons. There are many 
different cruise packages to choose from these days. There are dozens of ships that make their way through European waters, stopping at some of the world’s most interesting ports.
When you are choosing which European cruise to enjoy, you will have some decisions to make. Unless you are planning on taking a very lengthy cruise, you will need to decide on which region you want to visit.
Baltic Cruise - A cruise of the Baltic Sea is a true experience in diversity. You will visit Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and possibly Russia, Latvia, and Estonia. Cruises that don’t originate in the Baltic might 
also include Poland and Germany.
Western Mediterranean Cruise – This type of cruise will take you to Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, some Northern African countries, and of course the Mediterranean Islands. These cruises offer great beaches and excellent shopping possibilities.
Eastern Mediterranean Cruise – This cruise will typically include ports of call in Israel, Egypt, Greece, Turkey, and other Eastern Mediterranean countries. This type of cruise offers a unique look at the very essence of the history of mankind. These cruises are stimulating, unusual, and exotic for travelers of all types.
Western Europe Cruise – This type of cruise typically focuses on the British Isles and Western Europe. This cruise is ideal for travelers that have never been on a European or International cruise because English is spoken widely in most ports. These cruises usually leave from either Dover or London in England.
This overview of the common European cruises will give you a good idea of where to start when you are ready to start making plans. When you are making your reservations, consider where the cruise is departing from. Consider making arrangements so that your cruise departs from a city want to explore. You will be able to spend a few days before your cruise departs and a few days after the cruise concludes to explore the city even more. There are some amazing cities that you will want to spend extra time in and this plan will give you the opportunity to do so.