Cruising has had one of the most exciting evolutions over the last few years. The cruising menu has rapidly expanded, with luxurious expeditions that go beyond the Caribbean to mega-ships sailing to Antarctica. You can explore the intricate rivers of…
Planning ahead is critical if you want to experience an Alaska cruise on a budget. Shopping for packages can be done up to a year in advance, allowing you to compare prices, itineraries, and cruise lines. While Alaska cruises rarely…
Repositioning cruises differ from regular itineraries because they sail from one port and end in another. Itineraries range from three-day mini cruises to world cruises of more than 150 days. If cruising on a budget, repositioning sailings generally offer the best cruise…
Alaska is quickly becoming the top cruise destination in the world. If you’re planning an Alaskan cruise vacation or Alaska has piqued your interest, there’s a lot to think about when choosing a cruise line and an Alaska cruise itinerary. Even when sailing…
You don’t need to sail with Princess Cruises to experience a piece of the “Love Boat.” If you’ve never cruised before, the common question is, “are cruises romantic? “Whether you’re a young couple in love, rekindling a relationship, or vacationing…
If you’re new to cruising, debarkation day or cruise disembarkation is the last day of your cruise. In contrast, embarkation day is the first day. It’s the day you step off your cruise ship for the last time. While this…
One of the best ways to see Alaska and its tidewater glaciers is by cruise ship. After planning and picking a cruise line comes the decision to decide on a stateroom. So, how do you choose a cabin for your…
Celebrity Cruises’ marketing slogan is “modern luxury lives here,” and if you’ve sailed on a Celebrity Cruise ship, you’ll know this to be true. I remember researching a cruise line for my very first cruise, a 7-day roundtrip cruise to…
With all-new cruise ships come the latest and greatest ideas to entertain passengers on sea days. Gone are the days of just swimming pools and hot tubs. In recent years, new mega-ships come with ice skating rinks, bumper cars, zip…
Whether you are new to cruising or a seasoned veteran, most cruise vacations come with some sea days. These are days with no docking or tendering. Itineraries to the Caribbean may have non-port days at the start of your trip…