Did you realize that cruises leave from ports other than those in Florida? Yes it’s true! There are ports close to most major cities that allow you the luxury of traveling from close to home. If you pick one of these ports, you can drive to the port, park your car, and jump on board.… Read More
Veteran cruisers love to give advice to new cruisers about what to pack and what to leave behind at home. As a cruiser myself, I have found that no matter how much I pack I never seem to wear half of what I bring. When packing for an upcoming cruise, I try to remember those… Read More
Cruising has been in the news lately with the unfortunate fire aboard the Carnival Splendor. What has intrigued me and many others in the travel industry has been the descriptor “luxury cruise.” Carnival advertises itself as the “fun ships,” but never as a luxury cruise line. What is a luxury cruise? To understand that, we… Read More
You’ve decided on your cruise and itinerary and made your deposit. Now is the time to start thinking about shore excursions. Perhaps you haven’t been to these ports before or maybe you are a brand new cruiser. How do you decide which excursion is right for you? Research your ports: Before you go, learn about… Read More
You plan in advance for a vacation, sometimes months, sometimes years. You arrange time off with work, pet sitting for your pets, and save up the extra cash to have a good time. I don’t think in a million years anyone expects to have a vacation where it turns into a nightmare. This week the… Read More
Yesterday I covered some of the nighttime entertainment options on the Oasis of the Seas, Royal Caribbean‘s brand new megaship that debuted late last year. This month, Allure of the Seas, the sister ship to Oasis, debuts. You can expect many of the same services, amenities, and entertainment that can be found on Oasis plus… Read More
On a ship the size of Oasis of the Seas, there is plenty of activities and entertainment for everyone to enjoy. When someone thinks of onboard entertainment on a cruise ship, they might think of a Broadway-like production with dancers and singers that couldn’t make it on Broadway or a comedian that is less than… Read More
Your cruise is booked and now you are thinking about the specifics such as your flights and excursions. You keep reading that many people recommend that you arrive to your port city the day before your cruise. Why? Let’s face it – you want to have the best vacation possible. One way to do this is to… Read More
You decided on an itinerary, a cruise line, and a cruise ship and all that is left is choosing a cabin. How do you pick from the many categories available? All cruise lines are different and so are cabins. One inside cabin may be teeny tiny while another may be quite large. Take the time… Read More
One of the most frequently asked questions I receive is whether it makes sense to book in advance or wait until the last minute. Of course, there are exceptions to every rule, but in the world of cruising I would most definitely book in advance to get the best rates possible. Same holds true for… Read More
