If the idea of traveling by boat is romantic or adventurous to you, but you’re not really jazzed by the prospect of laying on sandy beach after sandy beach, you're in luck. A lot of cruise lines offer trips to destinations with a variety of weather conditions and experiences.
12 cruises you'll love even if you hate the beach
From Ireland to Cuba, here are some unique cruises you can go on that go to more than just sandy beaches and tropical islands.
If you prefer snow-capped mountains to white sandy beaches, you can cruise around Alaska.
Cruising the Nile is a luxurious way to experience the wonders of the ancient world.
Experience Russian art and culture by the nation’s waterways.
Sail through China along the Yangtze River.
If you want to be in the tropics, but aren’t satisfied with sunbathing, tour Cuba.
A trip through the Panama Canal is another way to experience nature and history.
See the quaint villages of Europe – in style.
Wine lovers will enjoy seeing the Bordeaux region of France by boat.
Grab your knitwear and tour the UK and Ireland by sea.
See the frozen splendor of the arctic without sacrificing comfort.
If you can’t pick just one Mediterranean destination, you can tour several of them by water.
See the Northeast from a new perspective.
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