Freighter cruises are favored by retired travelers or those who have arranged extended leaves of absence from the workplace. Families with a traditional window of vacation time (three weeks or less in most of North America) will find freighter cruise options difficult to arrange.
But if you have that precious commodity of time on your side, these trips come with some handsome financial rewards. For those who enjoy the itinerary and the exploration more than the water slides and the organized shipboard entertainment will find freighter cruise options quite attractive. Load your Kindle with a variety of good titles, exercise some patience and enjoy the sea air. These trips are rare in our hurried society. If you're privileged to take one, be grateful for the money you've saved and the uncommon cruising experience you've enjoyed.
