Sarah Bretz, ContributorSarah has been writing about the cruise industry since 2015, and in that time has taken a dozen cruises and counting. Her favorite onboard activities include trying the casual dining options, spending time in the spa’s thermal suite, and attending the love & marriage show. You can keep up with her on Instagram at @IAmSarahJaneB.See all author posts
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Carnival Cruise Passenger Warns Others of Easy Mistake: “Missed Their Excursions”
A cruise passenger who just got off the ship is warning others about a critical issue about being on time. Cruise vacations are unlike other types of vacations for a myriad of reasons. You wake up in a different place every morning, you live in a cashless society, and you can typically eat from dozens of venues for no extra cost. But the most important rule of cruising is being on … [Read More...]
Ovation of the Seas 10-night New Zealand Cruise Compass – November 28, 2024
Have our travel agency partner get you a free quote for a Royal Caribbean cruise State of residence State Which ship? What type of cabin would you like? Where are you interested in cruising? Source: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read More...]
Disney Treasure – Dory’s Forget-Me-Knots Merchandise Preview
Today, we are sharing a preview of the merchandise offered in Dory’s Forget-Me-Knots aboard the Disney Treasure from our recent sailing. <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" data-attachment-id="71580" … [Read More...]
SS United States Might Have a Different Final Resting Place Than Planned
The iconic and much-celebrated SS United States has gained great attention over the past few months as her ultimate fate has been decided and the grand old dame made her slow and stately way to Mobile, Alabama to be prepared for scuttling as the world’s largest artificial coral reef. The exact location of that reef might not be where originally anticipated, however, as another Florida county … [Read More...]
Next Embarkation for Ruby Princess Switched to Notorious Pier
Ruby Princess in San Francisco (Photo Credit: Iv-olga) Before guests can sail to paradise aboard Princess Cruises’ Ruby Princess, they will first need to make it through the embarkation process in a cruise terminal that is known for being less than ideal. The upcoming 16-night sailing to Hawaii is due to set sail from San Francisco, California, on March 19, 2025. Originally, … [Read More...]
Cunard’s Queen Anne Takes Precautions to Deter Pirates
Yo ho, yo ho, it’s NOT a pirate’s life for guests currently onboard Cunard Line’s Queen Anne – which is in the middle of her 111-night maiden world cruise. However, the 2024-launched cruise ship did get an (uneventful) taste of the pirate life while sailing in the Sulu Sea on March 14-15, 2025, which is located within the Philippine Archipelago. As these waters are known to have … [Read More...]
Notorious Cruise Murder Case Brought Back in the Spotlight
A mysterious murder of a cruise ship passenger during a Mediterranean cruise has found its way into the spotlight again, nearly 20 years after the incident shocked passengers and made headlines. On March 13, 2025, the UK’s new true crime drama, “The Push,” premiered, diving into some of the most bewildering criminal cases from around the world. The very first episode? “Murder on a … [Read More...]
Margaritaville At Sea Launches Sip & Surf Flash Sale Offering Exclusive Discounts And Complimentary Perks For 2026 Sailings
Margaritaville at Sea launches the Sip & Surf Flash Sale, offering major discounts, free drinks, Wi-Fi, and a Kids Sail Free deal for 2026 sailings. Margaritaville at Sea has launched the Sip & Surf Flash Sale, providing exceptional benefits for travelers on upcoming cruises. During this promotional period, travelers can avail themselves of five complimentary beverages, free Wi-Fi for one … [Read More...]
Longtime Carnival Corp. executive Jan Swartz on the cruise industry’s evolution
Jan Swartz, Carnival Corp.’s executive vice president of strategic operations, announced last month that she is planning to leave in April after nearly a quarter-century with the company. Swartz spoke with cruise editor Andrea Zelinski, and while she offered no hints as to what’s next for her, she did discuss the challenges presented by overtourism, the Trump administration’s interest in cruise … [Read More...]
Carnival Cruise Guest’s Vacuum Demand Fails to Impress
Packing can be more convoluted than a game of championship Tetris for some cruise travelers, especially on longer sailings or when guests might be a wee bit prone to overpacking. Guests should know, however, that they are responsible for their own packing and cannot expect help from Carnival crew members or their equipment. One frustrated guest has reached out to Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand … [Read More...]