All of our Cruise Planners Specialists were asked: What's your cruisitude? Here's what they said:

"Lounging on a deck chair, tropical drink in hand, next to my husband by a deserted pool- while everyone else is in port."
- Linda Conner  West Eaton, NY

"All inclusive vacation, relaxation, being treated like a king/queen, pampered, reflecting on memories, and just having a fun time all wrapped up in one glorious package with a bow (the ship). "
- John Sawh  Stafford, VA

"Cruisitude: the art of allowing someone else to meet your every whim, relax, have a umbrella drink with your favorite friend or partner and chill out with the ocean breeze as you put miles between you and everyday stress."
- Eva Desjeunes  Show Low, AZ

"Cruisitude is positive, rational, emotional behavior exhibited by someone thinking about, or experienceing a cruise vacation. Having cruisitude often leads to habitual packing and indulging in tropical drinks. Having serious cruisitude often least to an addiction to cruising."
- Miki Schnackel  NEW PORT RICHEY, FL

"Heaven baby...pure heaven!"
- Angela Cooper  High Point, NC

"To me cruisitude is defined as: that Margaritaville, it's 5:00 somewhere, laidback, don't worry; be happy, easy, breezy, take it as it comes attitude. "
- S Carol Garza  Seabrook, TX

"Cruisitude is enthusiasm for helping my clients get in the right latitude for their attitude!"
- Janet McLaren  Richardson, TX

"Friends and Family all having fun, sharing Diners and telling of our adventures in Port that day."
- Bill Schnabel  Anacortes, WA

"Waking up in our balcony cabin going to another exciting location. Going on a fabulous shore excursion and learning about another fantastic port. Going to dinner and sampling mouth-watering delights. Smiling a lot. Laughing a lot. Meeting new people of many different customs and traditions. All this while we are young enough and healthy enough to enjoy what the world has to offer!"
- Barb Shulman  San Diego, CA

"My definition of Cruisitude is cruising to someplace new and exciting that I've never visited (like Alaska) and loving it so much that I end up moving there!"
- Madelyn Tyson  Anchorage, AK

"Getting on a ship, unpacking, and not having to get into a car to figure out where we are going, where we are eating, or what we are doing next for at least minimum 7 days or longer!!!!! Relax and feel the sea air and watch the beautiful water go by!"
- Diane Culkin  Tampa, Fl

"My definition of Cruisitude is the feeling I get the moment I set foot on the ship! Ahhh.... leave all those troubles behind! Slip into a bathing suit, head for the pool and let the fun begin!"
- Jeanne Mirisola  Cape Neddick, ME

"Cruisitude cruisitude [krooz-i-tood, -tyood] –noun 1. A state of mind and being that is care free, euphoric and full of optimism and eager anticipation. 2. A descriptive term used to describe the trancelike state often associated with cruisers; efficient dedication of cruise planners; and professionalism of cruise staff. IE: “He has cruisitude” or “He’s got crusitude”. cruisitude [krooz-i-tood, -tyood] –verb To enter or be in a state of crusitude. IE: He crusitudes every time he sees a ship. IE: He has been crusituding ever since we boarded. IE: He crusituded for the whole 7 days! "
- Frank Fiore  Homestead, Florida

"It starts with finding the perfect cruise ship that will appeal to all family members. Going with all the kids even though there almost grown-up. Having the kids hangout with us rather than kids there own age. I guess we can still be fun"
- Linda Ford  Hanson, MA

"My Cruisitude is the RUSH feeling I get when I embark on any ship and the adrenaline feeling of exploring all the ins and outs of yet another ship! It's Exhilirating!"
- Wendy Cushing  Sagamore Beach, MA

"If I'm cruising then "its all good""
- Melodie Williams  Knoxville, TN

"It is the best getaway from the stress of real life. When you cruise you can be very relaxed and not have to drive anywhere. We drink, eat and be merry with everyone we meet."
- Bob Ieva  Seminole, Florida

"Being on a Trans-Ocean cruise with no where to go for a week - no ports, no excursions; all the naps I want, ordering room service, sitting on my balcony with a book. Aaaaaaah!! "
- Michele Dixon  Huntersville, NC

"Be pampered while the warm ocean breezes and all the personal amenities bring you to your own Cruisititude, attitude!"
- Ron Dello Russo  Aventura, Florida

"Sunsets, sand, gentle waves, and good friends"
- Michael Tietjen  Oxford, NJ

"Cruisitude to me means being absorbed in sea air, drink in hand,, basking in the sun, totally relaxed and appreciating how beautiful life is. "
- Carol Samela  Coconut Creek, Florida

"Any Cruise on Any ships and Any Itinerary is better than staying home!"
- DAEJIN SUH  FORT LEE, NJ

"Ahhh ~ my definition of cruisitude is the serene and most pleasurable feeling I get when I can go to bed at night with my balcony door open, smelling the ocean, hearing the waves hit the side of the ship and let the ocean lull me to sleep. To me there is nothing in life that's better than that!"
- Kate Frost  Hanson, MA

"Cruisitude? Whenever anyone mentions the name of a city, my first thought is always...Can I get there by ship?"
- Ronda Zeneri  Massillon, Ohio

"A setting of relaxation, fun, & excitement!"
- Mary Graves  Pensacola, FL

"Cruisitude..that indescribable tingly feeling I get when i board a cruise ship!"
- Tracy Bonetti  Kingston, NY

"96 cruises and counting! Not too many places in the world I haven't been, but I can visit them all over again! Cruisilicious!!!"
- CARRIE CROUCH  NORTH ANDOVER, MA

"It's fun and laughter in a place I've longed to go with my friends and family. It's my NIRVANA. "
- Teresa L  Boynton Beach, FL