We recently took a cruise on the Majestic Princess, a 7-day adventure to the Mexican Riviera. While I always had good service, great food, and many choices on Princess Cruises pre-pandemic, I wanted to see if things changed after the shutdown….
Princess Cruises Ocean Medallion is a state-of-the-art device that makes cruising much easier. Carnival Corporation and Princess Cruises partnered with SES Networks to create the onboard device. The coin-sized Medallion links to your cellphone and allows guests to open their…
While Alaska cruises typically run from May to September, some start as early as April. During the pandemic, some cruise lines offered sailings from Seattle through October. So, when’s the best month for an Alaska cruise? There’s no wrong answer here….
An Alaska cruise from Vancouver offers a chance to see a world-class Canadian city. Alaska cruises run from mid April to early October, with May being the driest month and July and August offering the warmest temperatures. While cruise passengers…
Many long-time cruisers will tell you that once you’ve experienced a suite, there’s no going back. The ship-within-a-ship concept has grown in popularity with dedicated dining facilities, priority boarding, personal butlers, and suite amenities. But what exactly is a ship-within-a-ship,…
With a guest capacity of almost 3,000, Carnival Glory offers budget-friendly, family-oriented cruises and plenty of activities to keep you entertained at sea. Typical of Carnival Cruise line ships, the Glory’s décor contains vivid colors, exactly what you’d expect on…
Mini cruises or cruises under seven days offer a chance to test the waters at a cost-effective price. Three- or four-day escapes provide a long weekend getaway without cashing in your vacation time. But are these sampler cruises worth it?…
If you have friends or family who love to cruise, these unique gifts are perfect items for Christmas, birthdays, retirement, or special occasions. Gifts for cruisers don’t need to be expensive. The most practical presents are inexpensive, and the ones…
When selecting an Alaska cruise, travelers have many choices, from cruise lines, embarkation ports, and itineraries. Holland America (HAL) and Princess Cruises have long relationships with Alaska. In fact, HAL’s first cruise to Alaska dates back to 1947…… LONG before…
With so many decisions when booking a cruise, your stateroom is the last deciding factor. While prices vary from interior cabins to luxurious suites, sometimes budget determines which ship cabin to choose. But take heed because there are some cruise…