Baltic Bliss

Where In The World?

Take your desktop globe for a spin or pull out your atlas and cast your eyes on Europe. Look north, not south, to find the cruising region known as the Baltic. Even experienced travelers sometimes confuse the Baltic with the Balkans, The two regions could not be more different. The Balkans are comprised of countries (such as Yugoslavia, Greece and Turkey) on the Balkan Peninsula. The Baltic cruising region refers to the Baltic Sea, which stretches from southern Denmark to near the Arctic Circle and covers about 149,000 square miles. Along its shores are some of the world’s most fabled cities - Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg, to name a few. Safe, stable, clean and with friendly folks who typically speak English, the Baltic is one of the world’s most popular cruising regions.

What’s the weather like?
Since most Baltic cruises sail between the months of May and September, you’ll experience Northern Europe’s mild, pleasant weather, endless summer days (thanks to the northerly latitude), white nights and the phenomenon of the Midnight Sun.

Where can I stay before or after my cruise?
Copenhagen, Denmark’s capital and largest city, and Stockholm, Sweden’s capital and largest city, are the Baltic’s busiest homeports. Many of the cruise ships offering itineraries in the Baltic either begin or end their cruises in one of these two cosmopolitan cities.

If you’re fortunate enough to begin or end your cruise in Copenhagen or Stockholm, tack on at least two additional days (three or four is optimal) to the beginning or end of your cruise. There’s a lot to explore in these Scandinavian capitals, and if you’re making the haul across the Atlantic, then why not make the most of it? For more on Copenhagen, visit Coming to Copenhagen

What should I expect on a Baltic cruise?
A leisurely sail through regions of breathtaking natural beauty to ports rich with history. A chance to visit renowned museums, castles and cultural sites. Spectacular arts, tempting cuisine and fascinating people. A truly original and memorable cruise experience.