Gratuities on NCL

Norwegian Cruise Line Gratuities (Tips): Full Guide to Cost & How...

Taking a trip on Norwegian Cruise Line? While you might have already paid for your vacation, there's one more expense to consider: gratuities (or...
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107 Best Cruise Tips, Tricks, Secrets, and Freebies

Whether it's your first sailing or your 50th, there are always new cruise tips to learn for when you take your trip. That's why...
Jubilee docked in Galveston

Carnival Jubilee Officially Christened by Gwen Stefani (Plus, See Photos of...

Carnival Jubilee -- the cruise line's newest ship -- was delivered to its new homeport in Galveston just before Christmas. Since then, the ship...

What’s the Best Month to Cruise? Pros & Cons of Sailing...

Let's get one thing straight right at the start. There is no bad time to cruise. Whether you want to have a summer vacation...
Expansion of Celebration Key

Carnival Announces $100 Million Expansion to Private Destination… Before It’s Even...

Just a few months ago, Carnival announced the name of its new private destination in The Bahamas -- Celebration Key. The massive project, already slated...
Breakfast on a cruise buffet

Cruise Ship Buffets: What to Know From a Veteran Cruiser

When it comes to eating on a cruise ship, there are tons of restaurants, but without a doubt the spot where you'll eat the...

Princess Plus & Premier Offers: Package Details and if it’s Worth...

Princess Plus and Princess Premier are two packages offer a more all-inclusive experience for cruise passengers... but they comes at a price. So is...
Plated shrimp

12+ Questions & Answers About Food on a Cruise Ship (Is...

Our first cruise, we had no idea what to expect when it came to dining. After dozens of cruises, that's not the case anymore. One...
Coconut drink on MSC's Ocean Cay

Worth It? Complete Guide to MSC Cruises Drink Packages

Sailing on MSC and ready to really go on vacation? Then you might start with a drink package. Instead of worrying about the price...
Soda and water on a cruise

Bringing Water or Soda on a Cruise Ship (Carnival, Royal Caribbean,...

Interested in cruise line rules about bringing water, soda, and other non-alcoholic beverages aboard? Most people look forward to a cruise's adult libations --...