It certainly pays to be loyal to one particular cruise line. Most cruise lines offer incentives for repeat customers with loyalty programs. In addition, these tiered programs offer cruisers more and more perks as they work their way up the ranks. In this Complete Guide to the NCL Latitudes program, we provide all the details on each tier including the associated benefits. Guide to Norwegian Cruise … [Read more...]

It certainly pays to be loyal to one particular cruise line. Most cruise lines offer incentives for repeat customers with loyalty programs. These tiered programs offer cruisers more and more perks as they work their way up the ranks. In this Guide to Royal Caribbean Crown and Anchor Society Levels, we provide all the details on each tiers in this loyalty program including all the associated … [Read more...]

Everything You Need to Know About Norwegian’s Free at Sea What is NCL’s Free at Sea? Norwegian Cruise Line frequently runs its popular promotion called Free at Sea. Norwegian’s Free at Sea offer entitles guests to free perks like drink packages, specialty dining, WiFi, kids sail free (or 3rd & 4th guests sail free), and more. The number of perks that cruisers receive does vary based … [Read more...]

Are you planning your first cruise vacation? If you are new to cruising, we outline several helpful cruise tips that we have learned over the years in this Beginner’s Guide to Planning a Cruise. We wish we knew these cruise hacks before taking our first cruise about 17 years ago! The Beginner’s Guide to Planning a Cruise (2024) Decide on a Budget The first thing you must determine when planning a … [Read more...]

Whether you are a newbie or a veteran cruiser, there are certain things you should NEVER do on a cruise. Many of these actions are prohibited and can get you kicked off the ship, while others are mostly for your own peace of mind. Find out if you have been making any of these cruise faux pas. Call to Book Your Next Cruise Now: 1-855-228-5584! 20 Things You Should NEVER Do on a Cruise Fly … [Read more...]

One of the most debated topics about cruising is tipping on a cruise. If you ask regulars if they tip on a cruise, be prepared for a passionate response. Tipping on a cruise is even more hotly debated now that most cruise lines institute a mandatory daily gratuity or “daily service charge.” With the cruise lines imposing this additional fee, guests often wonder if they need to tip more on a … [Read more...]

Most cruise ships from all major brands offer a variety of different stateroom categories. These cabin options vary based on factors such as size, amenities, and location on the ship. When picking the right cabin for your next trip, you will need to evaluate these factors to determine the ideal accommodations for you. When asked for cabin recommendations, we often suggest that those new to … [Read more...]

If you are new to cruising, you should know that not everything is included in your cruise vacation. In addition to your cruise fare, there are other services charges for which you will need to budget. This includes daily per person cruise gratuities as well as service charges added to purchases like drinks and spa treatments. In this post, we explain everything you need to know about cruise … [Read more...]

One of the most frequently asked questions from cruisers is “Are cruise ship drink packages worth it?”. Whether or not you should purchase one for your next vacation is an individual decision that depends on several factors. While there are many benefits of buying a beverage package on a cruise, there are also many reasons why cruise ship drink packages can be a waste of money. In this post, we … [Read more...]

Vancouver, British Columbia is a popular embarkation port for many Alaska cruises. Some cruises offer round-trip sailings from Vancouver, while others offer one-way sailings that either begin or end in this beautiful city. If you are considering a cruise to Alaska, we suggest spending at least an extra day or two in Vancouver to explore the area. Wondering where to start? We give you our list of … [Read more...]

When planning a cruise, one of the first things you have to decide is what type of stateroom you’re going to book. It’s a big decision in the planning process, largely because the type of cabin you choose is the main driver of your total cruise cost. If you’re on a tight vacation budget or are just looking to maximize your funds as much as possible, you might want to consider booking a guaranteed … [Read more...]

As one of the biggest cruise ports in the world, Port Canaveral, Florida hosts ships from a variety of cruise lines. Serving as an embarkation port as well as a port of call on some Bahamas cruises, you might be wondering what activities there are to enjoy while visiting the Space Coast. In this post, we share our picks for the Top Things to Do Near Port Canaveral, Florida on a cruise. Whether you … [Read more...]

We are back from our recent trip on one of Carnival Cruise Line’s largest cruise ships, Carnival Panorama, which is now sailing to the Mexican Riviera from Long Beach, CA. Being our first time sailing with the brand, we were pleasantly surprised by all of the dining options and food quality. Now, we want to share with you the most up to date information for every restaurant on the ship. Feel free … [Read more...]

Are you wondering if you should purchase one of the drink packages on one of Carnival Cruise Line’s ships? You are not alone, as it is a question we get quite often from fellow cruisers. There are many factors involved in deciding if a beverage package is right for you. We’ve had the chance to test out the Carnival Drink Package on a few recent sailings and see several pros and cons to … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Panorama, has hit the Pacific Ocean. This final Vista-class ship offers several of the cruise line’s staples as well as some new features of its own. We have just returned from a cruise on this new vessel and have put together our list of the Top Things to Do on Carnival Panorama to help with your cruise planning. Cruiseline.ui.init({ domain: … [Read more...]

For one set fare, a cruise vacation allows travelers to see multiple destinations while enjoying most of the onboard amenities. However, what’s included in each cruise line’s standard price can fluctuate. To help cruisers planning a vacation with Carnival Cruise Line, we have put together this list of what’s included on a Carnival cruise. VIDEO: EVERYTHING INCLUDED ON A CARNIVAL CRUISE [embedded … [Read more...]

When it comes to enjoying a drink, Norwegian Cruise Line offers cruisers a variety of bars and lounges to make good use of their drink packages. Not sure where to start? Our Norwegian Encore Bar Guide includes all of the details and bar menus to help you make the difficult decisions, like which bar to visit first! Norwegian Encore Bar Guide and Menus (2023) Mixx Bar (Deck … [Read more...]

We are back from an Alaska cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line’s largest ship, Norwegian Encore, and have put together this Norwegian Encore Restaurant Guide with menus so you can see what is available at the different restaurants onboard this final Breakaway Plus Class ship. CRUISE DEALS: SAVE ON YOUR NEXT NORWEGIAN CRUISE WITH THE LATEST FREE AT SEA PROMOTION! Norwegian Encore Restaurant … [Read more...]

We just returned from an Alaska cruise with NCL and want to share the 10 things you need to do on your Norwegian Encore cruise. Norwegian Encore is the final ship in the Breakaway-Plus Class, with a gross tonnage of 169K and accommodating just under 4,000 guests at double occupancy, Norwegian Encore boasts all the bells and whistles of modern mega-ships making it an attractive option for … [Read more...]

We know preparing for your upcoming cruise is exciting. In anticipation of your trip, you have probably begun packing. Of course, we have plenty of guides and checklists to help make sure you are fully prepared for your trip. On the other hand, there are also certain items that you should absolutely not pack for a cruise. Here is our list of the 12 things that are not allowed on a cruise. Whatever … [Read more...]