The Great Lakes Are The Unexpected Cruise Destination Everyone’s Falling In Love With

When you’re in the market for the kind of vacation that involves a minimal amount of planning and maximal relaxation, a cruise often feels like a natural choice. But contrary to what you might think, you don’t have to travel to the ocean to cruise in style. Here’s why the Great Lakes are actually becoming one of America’s favorite cruising destinations.

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In case you need a little geography refresher, the Great Lakes are a cluster of connected freshwater lakes on the upper mid-east border between U.S. and Canada. They consist of Lakes Superior, Michigan, Erie, Ontario, and Huron. If you’ve never been, you might assume that these lakes are just like the swimming holes you have back home. But you’d definitely be wrong.

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These lakes are so big that they’re sometimes referred to as inland seas. In fact, Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world by area. Their massive size, stunning coastlines, and beautiful waters are making these lakes one of the hottest new cruise spots. Companies are starting to offer 10- and even 16-day cruises around these waterways and these voyages are all about luxury.

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Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced their plans to land a fleet of cruise ships in the lakes by early 2020, and Viking Cruises have even suggested that they might start cruising the waters of the Great Leakes soon. For now, Blount Small Ship Adventures, Pearl Seas Cruises, and Victory Cruise Lines are all great options if you want to see this stunning region in style.

Of course, you don’t have to commit to a full luxury cruise to enjoy the Great Lakes. Simply spending a day relaxing on the beach is a great way to appreciate their beauty.

For another amazing waterside American attraction, check out this stunning state park located right on the beach.