Top 10 Mistakes Only New Cruisers Do

Cruising is one of the most amazing types of travel experiences that attract crowds of the customer from all around the world. Besides the old experienced customer, the number of new cruisers is increasing every year. 

For the first time experience cruising, there are many problems customers can be faced easily. So “What are these common mistakes”, let’s find out with Rita Cruise now!

  1. Choosing the Wrong Cruise Line

Many customers believe all Cruise are the same, especially with the new cruiser and this is a huge mistake. Each cruise lines have offered different service from standard to luxury, from classic to elegant, modern style, personality experience, party, and adventure experience.

For finding the most suitable cruise lines, research carefully at least 3 cruise line options, compare all of their features, destinations, and activities then pick the best one.

  1. Choosing Wrong Cabin

Once again, this is a comment mistake of the new cruiser when they always thing every cabin on the cruise is the same one. Each cabin will have a different style, amenities, design: room with Seaview, no window, room with private balcony.  Depending on the number of group members, what’s important, interests or desires, choose for yourself the most suitable Cabin room type.

If you are prone to seasick, or not familiar with the train, choose for yourself Cabin on the lower floor or in the middle of the cruise. This position will be the least moving and help you not prone to seasick.

  1. Overpacking

Carrying too many luggage and unnecessary things will make you struggle and you always have to pay attention to it. There is a limited luggage compartment, so carrying too many bulky items takes up a lot of areas directly affecting other passengers.

Besides, if your cabin is a double room, the space in the room will not be spacious. With carrying lots of luggage, or too large luggage will make you unable to fit in the closet, difficulty in arranging things, moving around the room will also be very entangled and sometimes will make you trippingly!

Please prepare a list of utensils, clothing items, shoes necessary and appropriate throughout the journey.

  1. Not Planning for Sea Sickness

Traveling on a Cruise is completely different from any other vehicle: planes, trains, buses, cars. Many tourists do not get carsick, but they can easily get seasick when traveling at the sea.

Please take care of your health well, and prepare yourself for the best condition and bring seasick medicine along with you.

  1. Not bringing Identity Documents

All information & activities of passengers visiting Ha Long Bay are provided by the Cruise to the local authorities and port. This is a mandatory process to ensure the security, safety and better management of the area for both Travelers and Yachts.

In case the customer does not provide enough & accurate information, the Authority has the right to deny your ticket to get in the port.  This means passengers cannot get on board.

Please make sure, provide the Cruise all of the necessary and accurate information.

  1. Arrange a Time

All Cruise lines follow their specific time table.  If you are not attending to any events on time, you will be missed it.

For travelers from other countries with time zones, make sure that you have to set the time zone to the local time. Highlight your event, activities you want to join and set alarm to make sure you will not miss out anything.

  1. Waiting For The Best Deal

Any of us love to get a Great Deal. The Best Deals (Promotions) are a very limited number and attract a large number of customers, if you are kept waiting for the right time to get the best deal, especially with new cruisers, you don’t realize how quickly those deals can disappear.

Take your time to research, and deal directly with the cruise to get a lot of special offers.

  1. Avoid The Crew

With all of crew member onboard, Cruise is like the second home; they know the cruise very well. They can share a lot of information, useful experiences, that not everyone can know. Do not hesitate to interact with them, they can share a lot of helpful travel information, their great stories they have been through interactions with each other.

  1. Not Taking Cash on Shore

The payment method on cruise is very convivence with various type: bank transfer, payment via bank card or cash. For travelers who have the habit of paying by card, this is the problem that you need to pay attention.

When you visit local tourist destinations, buy souvenirs, rent swimsuits, a locker to store your luggage, most of them do not accept card payments. Preparing some small money note, you are easily broken for incidental purchases.

  1. Not Understanding Onboard Charges

Many travelers believe that all service costs are included with the room rate. This is one of the common mistakes with the new cruiser. Each cruise will have its pricing policy & incentive program, you will have to pay for use of alcohol, drinks, spa services, and other services.

Don’t be afraid, if you are not sure about anything. Go straightly and ask the sales team, the crew manager, or any member of the yacht, they will provide you all about it.

Keep any invoices you have paid. In case of any problem, you can easy to double-check again with the cruise’s staff.

Royal Suite Vip Sea Views with Private Balcony

To get the best offer please Email Us: opt@ritacruise.com | manager@ritacruise.com Or WhatsApp: +84-966121942 | +84-981519898

DESCRIPTIONS: 

  • Room size: 45- 48 Sqm
  • Views: Ocean Views
  • Balcony: Private Balcony
  • Bathroom: Standing Shower and Jacuzzi Bathtub
  • Number of people: 02- 03 (Extra Charge for 3rd person with extra bed added)
  • Bed Type: 1 Moon Bed. This is non-smoking and very quiet room with

BEDROOM

  • Ocean Views
  • 2 ways Air-con
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Safe Box
  • Life Vest
  • Free Sheet
  • Iron/ Ironing board (request)
  • Alarm Clock
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Kettle for hot water

BATHROOM

  • Private bathroom
  • Hot/ Cold Shower
  • Tower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Bath Gel
  • Conditioner
  • Hairdryer

COMPLEMENTARY

  • Free Tea/ Coffee in rooms
  • Free 2 bottles of water
  • Free Internet

CHILDREN POLICY

  • Children under 4 years old are Free of charge, sharing a room with parents – Only free for 1 kid, the second one will be charged 30% of Adult
  • Children from 4 to 6 years of age are charged 60%, sharing a room with parents
  • Children from 7 to 10 years of age are charged 80%, sharing a room with parents.
  • Children from 11 years old will be considered as adult

Senior Double/ Twin Sea View, Private Balcony & Bathtub

To get the best offer please Email Us: opt@ritacruise.com | manager@ritacruise.com Or WhatsApp: +84-966121942 | +84-981519898

DESCRIPTIONS: 

  • Room size: 35 Sqm
  • Views: Ocean Views
  • Balcony: Private Balcony
  • Bathroom: Standing Shower and Bathtub
  • Number of people: 02- 03 (Extra Charge for 3rd person with extra bed added)
  • Bed Type: 1 Queen Bed or 2 Single Beds. This is non-smoking and very quiet room with

BEDROOM

  • Ocean Views
  • 2 ways Air-con
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Safe Box
  • Life Vest
  • Free Sheet
  • Iron/ Ironing board (request)
  • Alarm Clock
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Kettle for hot water

BATHROOM

  • Private bathroom
  • Hot/ Cold Shower
  • Tower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Bath Gel
  • Conditioner
  • Hairdryer

COMPLEMENTARY

  • Free Tea/ Coffee Instant in rooms
  • Free 2 bottles of water
  • Free Internet

CHILDREN POLICY

    • Children under 4 years old are Free of charge, sharing a room with parents – Only free for 1 kid, the second one will be charged 30% of Adult
    • Children from 4 to 6 years of age are charged 60%, sharing a room with parents
    • Children from 7 to 10 years of age are charged 80%, sharing a room with parents.
    • Children from 11 years old will be considered as adult

Triple Suite Sea View with Private Balcony

To get the best offer please Email Us: opt@ritacruise.com | manager@ritacruise.com Or WhatsApp: +84-966121942 | +84-981519898

DESCRIPTIONS

  • Room size: 35 Sqm
  • Views: Ocean Views
  • Balcony: Private Balcony
  • Bathroom: Standing Shower and Bathtub
  • Number of people: 02- 03 (Extra Charge for 4th person with extra bed added)
  • Bed Type: 1 Queen Bed + 1 Single Bed or 3 Single Beds.
  • Non-smoking and very quiet room with

BEDROOM

  • Ocean Views
  • 2 ways Air-con
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Safe Box
  • Life Vest
  • Free Sheet
  • Iron/ Ironing board (request)
  • Alarm Clock
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Kettle for hot water

BATHROOM

  • Private bathroom
  • Hot/ Cold Shower
  • Tower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Bath Gel
  • Conditioner
  • Hairdryer

COMPLEMENTARY

  • Free Tea/ Coffee Instant in rooms
  • Free 3 bottles of water
  • Free Internet

CHILDREN POLICY

    • Children under 4 years old are Free of charge, sharing a room with parents – Only free for 1 kid, the second one will be charged 30% of Adult
    • Children from 4 to 6 years of age are charged 60%, sharing a room with parents
    • Children from 7 to 10 years of age are charged 80%, sharing a room with parents.
    • Children from 11 years old will be considered as adult

Junior Double or Twin Suite Sea View with Private Balcony

To get the best offer please Email Us: opt@ritacruise.com | manager@ritacruise.com Or WhatsApp: +84-966121942 | +84-981519898

DESCRIPTIONS: 

  • Room size: 35 Sqm
  • Floor: 1st Floor
  • Views: Ocean Views
  • Balcony: Private Balcony
  • Bathroom: Standing Shower and Bathtub
  • Number of people: 02- 03 (Extra Charge for 3rd person with extra bed added)
  • Bed Type: 1 Queen Bed or 2 Single Beds.
  • Non- smoking and very quiet room with

BEDROOM

  • Ocean Views
  • 2 ways Air-con
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Safe Box
  • Life Vest
  • Free Sheet
  • Iron/ Ironing board (request)
  • Alarm Clock
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Kettle for hot water

BATHROOM

  • Private bathroom
  • Hot/ Cold Shower
  • Tower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Bath Gel
  • Conditioner
  • Hairdryer

COMPLEMENTARY

  • Free Tea/ Coffee Instant in rooms
  • Free 2 bottles of water

CHILDREN POLICY

    • Children under 4 years old are Free of charge, sharing a room with parents – Only free for 1 kid, the second one will be charged 30% of Adult
    • Children from 4 to 6 years of age are charged 60%, sharing a room with parents
    • Children from 7 to 10 years of age are charged 80%, sharing a room with parents.
    • Children from 11 years old will be considered as adult

Presidential Suite with Private Terrace

To get the best offer please Email Us: opt@ritacruise.com | manager@ritacruise.com Or WhatsApp: +84-966121942 | +84-981519898

DESCRIPTIONS: 

  • Room size: 85- 88 Sqm
  • Views: Ocean Views
  • Electric Massage Chair
  • Private Mini Golf
  • 2 Sunbath chairs
  • Terrace: Private
  • Bathroom: Standing Shower and hot Jacuzzi Bathtub
  • Number of people: 02- 03 (Extra Charge for 3rd person with extra bed added)
  • Bed Type: 1 Moon Bed. This is no- smoking and very quiet room with

BEDROOM

  • Ocean Views
  • 2 ways Air-con
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Safe Box
  • Life Vest
  • Free Sheet
  • Iron/ Ironing board (request)
  • Alarm Clock
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Kettle for hot water

BATHROOM

  • Private bathroom
  • Hot/ Cold Shower
  • Tower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Bath Gel
  • Conditioner
  • Hairdryer

COMPLEMENTARY

  • Free Tea/ Coffee in rooms
  • Free 2 bottles of water
  • Free Internet
  • Massage Chair in room

CHILDREN POLICY

    • Children under 4 years old are Free of charge, sharing a room with parents – Only free for 1 kid, the second one will be charged 30% of Adult
    • Children from 4 to 6 years of age are charged 60%, sharing a room with parents
    • Children from 7 to 10 years of age are charged 80%, sharing a room with parents.
    • Children from 11 years old will be considered as adult

Family Connecting Suite Sea View with Private Balcony

To get the best offer please Email Us: opt@ritacruise.com | manager@ritacruise.com Or WhatsApp: +84-966121942 | +84-981519898

DESCRIPTIONS: 

  • Room size: 70 Sqm
  • Views: Ocean Views
  • Balcony: 2 Private Balconies
  • 2 Bathrooms: 2 Standing Shower and hot Jacuzzi Bathtub
  • Number of people: 4 (Family of 5 and 6 people will change to other rooms and adding extra fees for additional people)
  • Bed Type: 1 queen bed cabin + 1 Triple Cabin.
  • This is no- smoking and very quiet room with

BEDROOM

  • Ocean Views
  • 2 ways Air-con
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Safe Box
  • Life Vest
  • Free Sheet
  • Iron/ Ironing board (request)
  • Alarm Clock
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Kettle for hot water

BATHROOM

  • Private bathroom
  • Hot/ Cold Shower
  • Tower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Bath Gel
  • Conditioner
  • Hairdryer

COMPLEMENTARY

  • Free Tea/ Coffee Instant in rooms
  • Free 4 bottles of water
  • Free Internet

CHILDREN POLICY

    • Children under 4 years old are Free of charge, sharing a room with parents – Only free for 1 kid, the second one will be charged 30% of Adult
    • Children from 4 to 6 years of age are charged 60%, sharing a room with parents
    • Children from 7 to 10 years of age are charged 80%, sharing a room with parents.
    • Children from 11 years old will be considered as adult

Rita Cruise 3 Days 2 nights

To get the best offer please kindly contact us via:

  • Email: opt@ritacruise.com
  • Hotline: +84-981519898 / +84-948 803 323/+84-966121942 (WhatsApp/ Viber/ Zalo/ LINE/ KakaoTalk)

Special Note:  The itinerary can be changed without prior notice subject to the weather’s condition or authority’s policy.

DISCOVERY HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY ON RITA CRUISE

(Our itinerary is unique and different; we will take you to the less touristy and enchanted sceneries)

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (L/D)

08:20 – 8:50 Our tour guide and Limousine pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter (if you use our transfer service)

09:00 Departure to Halong Bay for 2.5 Hours.

10:30 Arrive in Hai Duong province and have a 20 minute short break.

11:30 – 12:00 Arrive at Tuan Chau harbor.

12:00 – 12:30 Transferred by speedboat to Rita Cruise. Welcome to Rita Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin.

13:00 – 13h30 Enjoy Vietnamese seafood buffet or set menu lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

Continuing cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor belonged to Cat Ba area.

15:00 Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Dark & Bright Cave (Hang Sang & Toi). Customers will participate in outdoor activities and choose options between Kayaking Or sitting on a bamboo boat for about 1 hour.

16:00 The Ship moves to Tra Bau Beach and reaches there at 16h50. 

17:30 – 18:30 Enjoy Afternoon Tea Party with free freshly prepared snacks, fruit and your ordered favorite drinks while waiting for sunset on Lan Ha Bay. Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 2 get 1 free” drink program at the Mimosa Cafe Lounge and the Sky bar on 5th floor

18:30 – 19:10 Join cooking class guided directly by Chef Rita Cruise. You have a chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.

19:10 – 19:30 Dinner will be served at the restaurant on the 4th floor.

After dinner, you have free time to participate in nightlife activities such as Squid Fishing on the 1st floor, listen to music, enjoy drinks or Singing Karaoke in our special room on 5th floor, please contact us to register.

DAY 2: HAVE BREAKFAST- TRANSFER TO A DAILY BOAT – CYCLING AT VIET HAI VILLAGE – SUNSET PARTY – OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE (B/ L/ D)

Today we shall have a deeper exploration of Lan Ha Bay using our Small Day-Boat cruising through the multiple islands & islets, hidden beaches… also a short visit on bicycles to Viet Hai village, an isolated village in the very heart of Cat Ba National Park.

06:45 The breakfast is ready at the restaurant. Today you can wake up late then have breakfast before departure. Please be ready at the reception latest 08.30.

08:20- 08:45 You will be transferred to the Small Day-Boat, then go to the south of Lan Ha Bay and head to Viet Hai village. Please note that you will spend the whole daylight in the village and on the Daily Boat and only come back to Rita Cruise around 16:00 – 16:30.

09:00 Small Day-Boat goes through Lan Ha Bay before disembarking at Viet Hai dock.

10:00 Go cycling a short trip of 5km to Viet Hai village – a small village in the midst of the jungle, surrounded by the high mountain ranges of Cat Ba National Park. The area has become popular with foreign tourists, without attracting the mass tourism so that it is still very rustic. For those who are not interested in cycling, electric cars will be arranged.

11:30 Return to the dock and board our Small Day-Boat again to sail further to the other side of Lan Ha Bay.

12:00 Enjoy the lunch with beautiful view

13:00 – 14:00 Exploring Tai Keo cave area, a tunnel cave, to a lake like “Dragon eye”.

14:00 – 14:30 We move on to some hidden beaches around Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches) area

14:30 – 15:30 It time to watch the magical of Halong bay scenery

16:00- 16:30 Transferring back to Rita Cruise, take time to refresh or enjoy the jacuzzi pool 

17:15 The Rita Cruise is moving to cruises sleeping area

18:00 We serve you the small tea break on the sundeck under beautiful sunset

18:15 Come and join with us in the cooking class “How to make deep fried spring rolls” at outside of the restaurant

19:00 It’s time for dinner.

After dinner reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at our bar, wine and cigars cellar or enjoy the landscape of the bay at night. Take one of our on-board activities like squid fishing, watching TV in your room. Stay overnight on Rita Cruise.

DAY 3: LAN HA BAY- TAI CHI LESSON – FROG POND AREA – HANOI (B/ L)

06:30 – 07:00 Tai-chi exercise at 5th floor Sundeck to welcome a new day (Optional)
07:00 – 7:45 Morning view of the bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee then having breakfast at our restaurant.
08:00 The Ship moves to visit Frog Pond where the Hollywood blockbuster movie King Kong was filmed.  
09:30 Back to your cabin, relax and carefully check all the luggage before leaving your cabin. Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check-out procedure.
10:00 Have buffet lunch at the cruise while cruising towards the port
11:00 – 11:20 Back to Tuan Chau pier by tender boat. Farewell
12:00 – 12:30 Return to Hanoi by Limousine (service reserved)
13:50 – 14:00 Stopover in Hai Duong province to relax for 15 minutes.
15:00 – 15:20 Arrive in Hanoi

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Program & Activities

The itinerary can be changed without prior notice according to the weather conditions and local authority’s policies.

The timeline of this itinerary is not exact, actual timeline will be informed on cruise before departure.

All activities are included and optional. You can stay on the boat and relax instead of joining outside activities.

Children Policy

  • Children under 4 years old are Free of charge, sharing bed with parents ; Only free for 1 kid, the second one will be charged 30% of Adult
  • Children from 4 to 6 years of age are charged 60%, sharing bed with parents
  • Children from 7 to 10 years of age are charged 80%, sharing bed with parents.
  • Children from 11 years old will be considered as adult

*Please notice: Children policy will be calculated by year

Food & beverage on board

All meals on board are included as clearly stated in the program.

The drinks from minibar / bar / skybar / restaurant are not included.

Standard menus onboard are served for all customers. If there is a special food request, please inform us at least 24 hours before departure.

Personal documents and belongings

Not to be missed: Valid ID card/Passport (necessary for check-in)

Advisory outfits: sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, sneakers

Rita Cruise 2 Days 1 Night

To get the best offers, please kindly contact us via:

  • Email: opt@ritacruise.com
  • Hotline: Hotline: +84-981519898 / +84-948 803 323/+84-966121942

Special Note:  The itinerary can be changed without prior notice subject to the weather’s condition or authority’s policy.

 

DISCOVERY HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY ON RITA CRUISE

(Our itinerary is unique and different; we will take you to the less touristy and enchanted sceneries)

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (L/D)

08:20 – 8:50 Our tour guide and Limousine pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter (if you use our transfer service)
09:00 Departure to Halong Bay for 2.5 Hours.
10:30 Arrive in Hai Duong province and have a 20 minute short break.
11:30 – 12:00 Arrive at Tuan Chau harbor.
12:00 – 12:30 Transferred by speedboat to Rita Cruise. Welcome to Rita Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin.
13:00 – 13h30 Enjoy Vietnamese seafood buffet or set menu lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.
Continuing cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor belonged to Cat Ba area.
15:00 Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Dark & Bright Cave (Hang Sang & Toi). Customers will participate in outdoor activities and choose options between Kayaking Or sitting on a bamboo boat for about 1 hour.
16:00 The Ship moves to Tra Bau Beach and reaches there at 16h50. 

17:30 – 18:30 Enjoy Afternoon Tea Party with free freshly prepared snacks, fruit and your ordered favorite drinks while waiting for sunset on Lan Ha Bay. Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 2 get 1 free” drink program at the Mimosa Cafe Lounge and the Sky bar on 5th floor
18:30 – 19:10 Join cooking class guided directly by Chef Rita Cruise. You have a chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.
19:10 – 19:30 Dinner will be served at the restaurant on the 4th floor.
After dinner, you have free time to participate in nightlife activities such as Squid Fishing on the 1st floor, listen to music, enjoy drinks or Singing Karaoke in our special room on 5th floor, please contact us to register.

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY- TAI CHI LESSON – FROG POND AREA – HANOI (B/ L)

06:30: 07:00 Tai-chi exercise at 5th floor Sundeck to welcome a new day (Optional)
07:00- 7:45 Morning view of the bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee then having breakfast at our restaurant.
08:00 The Ship Passed by the Frog Pond area for sightseeing where the Hollywood blockbuster movie King Kong was filmed.
09:30 Back to your cabin, relax and carefully check all the luggage before leaving your cabin. Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check-out procedure.
10:00 Have buffet lunch at the cruise while cruising towards the port
11:00 – 11:20 Back to Tuan Chau pier by tender boat. Farewell
12:00 – 12:30 Return to Hanoi by Limousine (service reserved)
13:50 – 14:00 Stopover in Hai Duong province to relax for 15 minutes.
15:00 – 15:20 Arrive in Hanoi

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Program & Activities

The itinerary can be changed without prior notice according to the weather conditions and local authority’s policies.

The timeline of this itinerary is not exact, actual timeline will be briefed on cruise before departure.

All activities are included and optional. You can stay on the boat and relax instead of joining outside activities.

Children Policy

    • Children under 4 years old are Free of charge, sharing bed with parents – Only free for 1 kid, the second one will be charged 30% of Adult
    • Children from 4 to 6 years of age are charged 60%, sharing bed with parents
    • Children from 7 to 10 years of age are charged 80%, sharing bed with parents.
    • Children from 11 years old will be considered as adult                   

*Please notice: Children policy will be calculated by year of birth

Food & Beverage on board

All meals on board are included as clearly stated in the program.

The drinks from minibar / bar / skybar / restaurant are not included.

Standard menus onboard are served for all customers. If there is a special food request, please inform us at least 24 hours before departure.

Personal documents and belongings

Not to be missed: Valid ID card/Passport (necessary for check-in)

Advisory outfits: sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, sneakers