If you’re a first-time cruiser, these cruise tips will answer all your questions and provide vital information for your upcoming vacation. Since you have never cruised before, most first-time cruise passengers are a little anxious about how to pack and…
Planning an Alaskan cruise can be challenging. Who should you sail with, which ports to visit and which Alaska cruise itinerary is best? In this guide to cruising Alaska, I’ll compare the itineraries so you can find the one that…
When we booked our Cunard Alaska cruise, we had heard Cunard’s dress code was quite formal. Since most Alaska cruises are very casual, we wondered how it would compare with other lines. Being British, I grew up with the routine…
If you live in North America, you know that January is winter. However, imagine planning a cruise on one of your favorite cruise lines after the holidays. In this article, you’ll discover the best places to cruise in January. While…
The Coral Princess cruise ship was launched in 2003, and while she sailed the waters of North America for the majority of her life, she now calls Brisbane, Australia, her home port. I had the chance to review the Coral…
Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas offers 2,091 staterooms, and there’s one for every budget. Whether traveling solo or wanting the ultimate luxury, this Quantum-class ship has a large selection of cabins across nine of its decks. We took a cruise to…
When you cruise on Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas, there’s no excuse for hunger with twenty dining choices across its deck plans. With a passenger capacity of 4905, the Ovation Quantum Class cruise ship dishes out over 154,000 meals on…
Experience the adventure of Pacific Northwest cruising as you embark on a repositioning cruise along the west coast. Typical cruises travel between Vancouver, British Columbia and a Californian port, at the start and end of the Alaska cruise season. Many first-time cruisers consider…
Big ships promise big fun, but do they actually deliver at sea? We sailed the Ovation of the Seas from Vancouver to Hawaii to find out. This Quantum-class ship from Royal Caribbean International packs skydiving simulators, bumper cars, robotic bartenders,…
Some travelers believe that traveling by cruise ship is expensive. The cost can add up fast if you factor in the added gratuities, shore excursions, specialty dining, drink packages, and WiFi. However, if you’re looking for the cheapest time of year…