6 Ways To Have The Best Kosher Cruise Experience

Kosher cruises are becoming more popular as they provide an opportunity to get away from your daily grind while still being able to keep kosher. Whether you’re traveling with your family or friends, here are some tips for having the best Kosher cruise experience, particularly on kosher holidays:

Know the Kosher Food Options

The best way to ensure that you will have a great kosher cruise experience is by asking the cruise line about the food options before booking your trip. Some lines will have a kosher restaurant on board, while others will offer Kosher meals in their dining rooms. If you want to make sure your accommodation suits your dietary requirements, it's important that you find out what kind of options are available at each stage of your journey.

If there's going to be no kosher restaurant on board, then make sure that the dining room has some sort of Kosher menu option. This can range from one or two items per mealtime through to fully dedicated events with an array of dishes for guests who keep kosher. Some cruise lines even offer specialized chefs who work exclusively with cooks who have been certified in Jewish practices and traditions so as not to violate any restrictions associated with eating meat or dairy together.

Find a Cruise That Will Optimize Your Overall Kosher Experience

To have the best kosher experience, you'll want to choose a cruise line that has a kosher kitchen and dining room. This is because many cruise lines hire outside companies to provide their food, and thus don’t always have their own kitchens onboard. If this is not the case with your chosen cruise line, then you should also look for a religious advisor onboard who will help guide you through the entire kosher process from start to finish.

A rabbi or other religious leader may be able to offer some guidance on where to find good fish stores nearby when in port as well as how much of each type of meat needs to be purchased at one time so that everything can be properly cooked/prepared by staff members while underway on board ship.

Think About Entertainment on the Ship

When you're planning your kosher cruise, think about the entertainment options available on board. Are there any kosher performers? What about karaoke? Especially if you're going with family or friends who don't keep kosher, it's important to make sure there's something for everyone to do on the ship.

If a cruise line doesn't offer entertainment options that appeal to you personally, ask them about adding additional programming for your group. They may already have some great ideas in mind!

If there aren't any kosher performers or activities offered by the cruise line itself, look into other options like hiring musicians or comedians through another company. You can also check out local theaters and see if they host shows during your scheduled stopover times at ports of call.

Have Fun on Shore

Don't forget to take pictures on shore. The ports of call are an important part of the experience and you should make sure to capture them in all their glory. Don't forget to take a picture of your ship, the captain, the crew and passengers too!

Pack Smartly

Before you leave for the cruise, pack a small bag that will fit under the plane seat in front of you and another small bag that fits into your carry-on so that it doesn't have to be checked at security. A good rule of thumb is to pack half as much clothing as you would normally bring since laundromats are not available on board and there's no guarantee that laundry services will be reasonably priced or even offered at all.

If you're planning on doing any swimming or snorkeling excursions off ship, bring a bathing suit with shorts because these tend to dry faster than longer swimsuits when hung up in hotel rooms/suites. You'll also want room in your suitcase for souvenirs from your travels!

Look Into What Amenities Are Offered

To make the most of your kosher cruise, it's important to investigate how many amenities are available. Look into what is offered on the ship and in each port, as well as any amenities that may be available in town or country. You should also consider what types of activities you enjoy, so that you can plan accordingly.

You might want to take advantage of spa treatments or visit an art gallery while aboard ship; embarking on a hike or biking tour could be part of your shore excursion; and visiting an ancient temple could be one way to explore a new region.

It’s easy to get lost in all of the hype around a kosher cruise trip or glatt kosher vacations. But for kosher travelers, it’s important to know what to expect before you go. We hope that this post has given you some insight into what goes on behind the scenes so that when you get there, you can enjoy your experience without any surprises!