10 Free things to do on a cruise

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There are lots of things you can do on a cruise for no extra charge that you probably couldn't do on land. Notice we didn't say they're "free" because you likely paid plenty of money for your cruise - but If budget is a consideration- which it always is for us, there are many ways to have a blast on the high seas while stretching your vacation dollar onboard: One of our favorite things to do is take off on our own personal photo shoot on deck during sunset or magic light. We love to do this on formal night when we're we are decked out in elegant wear. A little Down time more your style? Visit the onboard library for a book or board game. We're generally surprised at how many books and games are available and this could make for some awesome quality time with family or friends. In the mood for some entertainment? Catch a show in the big theatre - how often can you catch a Broadway style production at no charge? Your ship will likely offer a ton of variety shows as well, from hypnotists to ventriloquists, juggling acts to comedians, there's plenty of entertainment for all ages. Craving something sweet? Go out for ice cream. Most cruise lines offer free ice cream on board whether in the form of soft serve or an actual ice cream shop where you can choose your flavor or even order a milkshake or malt. and trust me the ice cream isn't just for kids. Ready to burn off that ice cream? Go out dancing. Most cruise ships offer everything from night clubs to ballroom dancing with no cover charge. So grab your dancing shoes and your honey and dance the night (or afternoon) away! How about a shipboard flick? Yep, Most cruise ships either have free movies running in their large theater or even on the pool deck. Some of my best memories of Alaska involve watching first run movies from a hot tub in the inside passage. Most cruise ships also offer enrichment activities onboard. Yep, you can Take a class- while will you'll find quite a few classes that do cost money onboard, there are also plenty of opportunities to Geek out at no charge. From cooking to photography and even computer classes, self improvement opportunities are very popular on cruises. If you're an art lover, Most ships have art galleries and you can browse for free. some ships even offer free champagne during their art actions. Sounds pretty sweet to me. Ever wonder what the kitchens look like on a ship. Well, you might just be able to find out. Many lines offer free tours of their expansive galley operations. Plan ahead though, these can get crowded. Last but not least, there's an abundance of complimentary food on cruises. while you've certainly paid for the food in your cruise fare, there are tons of ways to maximize your dining opportunities on board beyond the standard Buffett and main dining options. For example you can hit a chocolate extravaganza or go to a pizza making seminar or try something totally new. Be sure to watch your ship's daily newsletter to take advantage of these opportunities and most importantly, leave your suggestions in the comments below.