Of course, four to six months of exotic ports sounds enticing. Paradise beckons! But don't forget that many countries have different medical requirements and health advisories. Some countries have very cut-and-dried requirements. For instance, some African or South American countries require valid yellow fever vaccinations, while other countries offer other recommendations depending on the regions you will be visiting. Talk to your doctor or a travel clinic. Your travel consultant will also do the necessary research on your behalf. Although we would always recommend travel insurance with any holiday, it is hyper important to have proper and comprehensive cover for an extended world cruise. The potential losses are much higher on such a long and expensive trip if you have to cancel suddenly or leave midcruise. More importantly, however, world cruises often sail to remote areas or head off the beaten track. Should you get sick or suffer a serious injury, you want to be completely confident that you will get the best care no matter where you are. Make sure the insurance includes full medical evacuation coverage worldwide; this could be a literal lifesaver. A cruise specific insurance policy is vital. Don’t assume regular travel insurance will cover you for a cruise, because most of them will not. Remember that you will be away for some months, so make the necessary arrangements for your home to be looked after by either arranging for a house-sitter or at least for someone to visit your house on a regular basis, say every two weeks. You want to be able to relax onboard, not be worrying about whether your basement is flooded! Planning 57 orld cruises
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