Finding cruise packages for a cruise is a great way to locate the best possible deals on travel by cruise ship. Whether river cruise packages through Europe appeal to you or cruise travel packages for longer oceanic cruises, there are some excellent choices for cheap cruise packages which combine cruise prices with flights and other possible cruise activities. Cruise packages for specific themed cruises, such as family cruises or singles cruises are also widely available through most of the largest cruises companies. Be sure to check with Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean Cruises, as these are two of the largest cruise companies serving a wide number of destinations. Antarctica and Africa are two additional oceanic cruise destinations that are quite popular for cruises from Europe and the United States.

A cruise package to Western Europe is an increasingly popular cruise destination. Many travelers heading for countries such as France or Germany for river cruises find that cruise travel packages are an excellent way to combine the cost of a flight to Europe with the cost of the cruise itself. Since most cruise ships serve as both the traveler's mode of transportation and as their hotel, cheap cruise packages are the perfect way to get an excellent deal on your entire vacation. To find these cruise packages for river cruises, try to book your trip as far in advance as possible. Search through the largest cruise companies first, but do not hesitate to also check out smaller, privately owned cruise companies. Trips down the famous Rhine River in Germany or the network of connecting rivers in France can be found through a multiplicity of companies.

Cruise packages for oceanic cruise travel can also combine flight costs with the cost of your cruise ship accommodation. Many cruises heading for Mexico or other locations throughout Latin America leave from California or Texas. Cruise travel packages to these southern locations can be found for the lowest prices generally during the spring or early fall, and the absolute lowest prices will be found during the summer. Winter is the busiest travel season for South America and Central America.

Cheap cruise packages can also be found by booking a themed cruise. Singles cruises focus on single travelers looking to meet other singles on a cruise ship or who want to travel as a single with a group of other single friends. Special packages for these cruisers can be arranged. Family cruise packages are perhaps the most popular kind of cruise package. Often times family cruise packages to Disney Land or Disney World include discounted prices for children, or even options where children fly or ride free with an adult. Tickets to theme parks and other attractions can also be included in family cruise packages. Oceanic cruises are all-inclusive, so travelers will not need to worry about purchasing food. First time travelers can look into additional tips regarding cruising health and safety and information about what to do on a cruise vacation.