Did you know there are at least 6 cruise lines that will pay you in onboard credit just for referring a friend or family member? From $25 to $250, these referral bonuses can add up and give you reason to splurge a little more on your next vacation at sea.In this article we will examine what cruise lines have this referral program and what it takes to pocket that extra cruise money. Having some … [Read more...]
10 Biggest Differences Between Carnival and Royal Caribbean
When comparing a Carnival vs Royal Caribbean cruise many will ask which one is better. But the answer depends heavily on your own personal taste and what you want out of your vacation.I’ve heard it said that you should choose Carnival if you want to party and have fun, and choose Royal Caribbean if you want to play like you’re a child but still feel sophisticated. But are these generalizations … [Read more...]
Princess Cruises Rolls Out Add-Ons to All-Inclusive Packages
Princess Cruises has rolled out add-ons to their all-inclusive packages that are now available on their 15 cruise ships.Princess Cruises has enhanced their two packages that help make their cruises nearly all-inclusive. Princess Plus and Princess Premier can be added to cruise fares offering savings up to 66% on extras that are normally purchased on board. A breakdown of these two packages … [Read more...]
Carnival’s Cruise Ship Upgrade/Dry Dock Schedule 2023-2024
Every few years, Carnival Cruise Line sends their cruise ships to dry dock for routine maintenance and to add new features on the vessels. Older ships are sent to dry dock every three years with newer vessels going once every five years on average. When cruise ships go into dry dock, they not only receive routine maintenance to keep the ships running in top shape, but also get cosmetic changes … [Read more...]
Cruise Line Becomes the First to Earn Five Stars From Forbes
Celebrity Cruises has become the first cruise line to earn Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) Stars and five of their cruise ships have been rated Five Star Cruise Ships.Forbes Travel Guide Stars is a prestigious travel recognition that has been reserved for world class land based properties. Fewer than 20 properties with over 1,000 rooms have received this award and now Celebrity Cruises is the first … [Read more...]
How You Can Be the First to Know About Carnival’s New Cruise Ship
Early next year, Carnival Cruise Line will be adding a second cruise ship from sister cruise line Costa Cruises. Costa Firenze will be transformed into Carnival Firenze and will begin sailing with Carnival Cruise Line in the spring of 2024. Carnival has yet to announce many details about this cruise ship. However, you can now register so you can be the first to know about the ship’s itineraries, … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Offering Free Cabin Upgrades and 40% Off Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line is offering special deals for Presidents Day that include free cabin upgrades and up to 40% off cruises. Carnival’s Stars, Stripes, and Savings runs through Monday, February 20, 2023. This latest sale from America’s Cruise Line has cruises up to 40% off, reduced deposits, and stateroom upgrades. Everything included in this sale from Carnival Cruise Line is listed … [Read more...]
12 Things You Can Still Get for Free on a Cruise Ship
With all the changes cruise lines have made recently, what can you still get for free? We have listed some of the best things you can enjoy on a cruise ship without spending an extra penny. Perhaps you’ve read about some extra charges for room service on your favorite cruise line or an extra fee for getting another entree in the main dining room. In an effort to recoup some of the money lost for … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Offering Shorter Cruises on 8 Ships in 2024-2025
Royal Caribbean will offer a wide variety of shorter cruises in 2024-2025 with sailings from six homeports on eight cruise ships.For the first time ever, an Oasis class cruise ship will offer three and four night cruises to the Bahamas when Allure of the Seas moves to Port Canaveral. All cruises will visit the cruise line’s award winning private island in the Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay. A … [Read more...]
2 of Carnival’s Cruise Lines Add 3rd & 4th Guests Sail Free
Two of Carnival Corporation’s cruise lines, Princess Cruises and Holland America Line, have added cruise deals where the 3rd and 4th guests in a cabin sail for free. Princess Cruises has added that 3rd and 4th guests sail for free on select sailings departing through the rest of the year. This offer starts today and ends on March 1, 2023. In addition to the free 3rd and 4th guests, Princess … [Read more...]
Cruise That Visits 50 Ports Opens for Bookings
MSC Cruises is offering a 116 night cruise in 2025 that will visit 50 ports in 21 countries. The cruise has officially opened for bookings and will offer the option of four different embarkation ports.In 2025, MSC Cruises is offering an epic cruise on one of their cruise ships that will last for almost four months. The cruise will depart from the following four European ports: Civitavecchia/Rome, … [Read more...]
Cruise Line Lowers Drink Prices to 75 Cents for Throwback Happy Hours
Holland America Line, a premium cruise line owned by Carnival Corporation, is celebrating their 150 Anniversary with special drink prices and a contest where you could win a week long cruise to Alaska. Holland America Line is celebrating their sesquicentennial birthday on April 18, 2023. They have launched a poster design contest where the winner receives a seven night cruise to … [Read more...]
7 Reasons You Should Never Fly on Cruise Day
If you decide to fly to the cruise port on embarkation day realize you are playing travel roulette. The ship will leave at the set time, whether or not you’re on it. Even a good cruise travel insurance policy won’t completely make up for poor planning on your part. So why do many choose to fly on the day their cruise begins? For most it’s a financial decision. You’re already spending money on a … [Read more...]
Cruise Line’s 800 Day Cruise Will Spend 1-7 Days in Each Port
A cruise line’s 27 month cruise will spend 540 days in port with the cruise ship spending up to a week at time in each port. The cruise will also be adults only as passengers will need to be 18 years and older to sail. Victoria Cruises Line is offering the opportunity of a lifetime with a 27 month cruise around the world that will depart from Ft. Lauderdale in May 2023. The cruise ship … [Read more...]
These 5 Cruises to Europe Could Be Cheaper than Flying
Would it sound crazy if I told you that you could take a cruise from the United States to Europe for less money than a one-way flight?Sure, it would take a little longer –and by longer I mean 11-14 days longer. But which of these one way trips would be more enjoyable, not to mention have better food? Believe it or not, it can actually be cheaper to take a cruise across the Atlantic than to … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean’s 2nd Icon-Class Cruise Ship Begins Initial Phase
Royal Caribbean International celebrated the initial stages of construction for the next Icon-class cruise ship yesterday, even while Icon of the Seas, the largest cruise ship the world will have ever seen, is still under construction.The ceremonial “cutting of the steel” marks the start of a building process which will not be complete for another couple of years. (Photo courtesy of Royal … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Updates App with Free Messaging
Royal Caribbean has updated their mobile app to support free guest to guest chat on their cruise ships. This new update is now available and will allow guests to stay connected with friends and family that are cruising on the same cruise ship. It is as easy as the following three steps: Download the Royal Caribbean International app (Google Play or App Store) Connect to the WiFi on the … [Read more...]
Cruise Ship Room Service: Guide to Which Cruise Lines Charge Extra
Nothing says “I’m in vacation mode” quite like ordering room service on a cruise ship.In this article we will see what you can get delivered to your stateroom and how much cruise lines are charging for those wonderful treats sent right to your cabin. Photo credit: Cruise Fever I remember the days when room service was free on every cruise line and the choices were practically limitless. But rather … [Read more...]
John Stamos Joining Beach Boys Cruise Next Month
The Beach Boys Good Vibrations Cruise will set sail next month on Norwegian Cruise Line and Sixthman has announced that John Stamos will be on the cruise ship as a special guest for the voyage. The Beach Boys Good Vibrations will take place March 3-8, 2023 and depart from the Cruise Capital of the World, PortMiami. The five day cruise will visit Harvest Caye, Belize and Costa Maya, Mexico … [Read more...]
Another Cruise Line Adding Starlink for Faster Internet
Windstar Cruises is the latest cruise line to announce the addition of Starlink on their ships to improve the internet experience for passengers. So far, Windstar Cruises has added Starlink to one ship, Star Pride, with plans to roll it out to all of their cruise ships by the middle of 2023. The cruise line also said that it will be added to Wind Spirit once the service is available in the French … [Read more...]