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Booking with one of these companies doesn’t mean you’re in for a nightmare at sea — but past customers have some complaints you should probably consider.

10 Worst Rated Cruise Lines on the Seas

Adults-only cruises offer a unique escape for travelers seeking a sophisticated and relaxed voyage across the world’s oceans. Far from the clamor of amusement parks and crowded beaches, these voyages cater exclusively to adults, providing an ambiance of elegance, tranquility, and indulgence. Here are some of the best adults-only...

6 Best Adults-Only Cruises

A cruise ship has entered dry dock in Germany where the vessel will transition to a new cruise line that will launch later this year. AROYA Cruises is a new premium cruise line that will sail its maiden voyage on December 16, 2024. The cruise line’s first ship, AROYA, has...

Cruise Ship Enters Dry Dock to Transition to New Cruise Line

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Everything you need to know about getting on the ship for Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and Celebrity Cruises sailings.

How does boarding work on Royal Caribbean and Carnival cruises?

Once you get onboard a cruise ship, every moment counts. First-timers especially need to be mindful of their next steps—whether it's your first cruise, your first vacation with Royal Caribbean, or your first time onboard this particular ship. When you first step up the gangway, there will be an...

9 Things To Do As Soon As You Board A Cruise Ship

Before you set sail, it’s worth knowing some insider tips that can make your cruise experience even better. Here are five things that cruise lines might not mention upfront but WILL definitely enhance your trip. The Best Times to Enjoy Onboard Activities. Don’t miss out on the best activities...

5 Things Cruise Lines Won’t Tell You (But We Will!)

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Tanner Callais

I have a little confession to make — I’m one of those people that can’t stand feeling like I got a bad deal, even if I’m on vacation. It’s not the money, really, if the idea that someone got one over on me or that I didn’t get the best deal I could have.

10 Cruise Gouges & Rip-Offs to Absolutely Avoid (If You Can)

Today, I make my living writing and talking about cruises, but just over a decade ago, I took my first trip ever. In the dozens of cruises since, I’ve learned a lot, and there is plenty that I remember thinking before the first cruise that was just plain wrong, and other things that I just had no idea about.

What I Wish I Knew Before I Took My First Cruise

Who doesn’t love to get something for free, especially when it’s a freebie while on your cruise? Or maybe we should clarify that since you’ve paid for the cruise, it’s not actually free… but it is included in what you’ve paid. Still, there are a number of things that you may not realize that are there for your vacation, if you just ask for them.

12 Things Included for Free in Your Cruise (You Just Have to Know)

One great advantage of celebrating another birthday is gaining another year of wisdom. (So many of my clients had June birthdays and this got me thinking). With our accumulated life experiences, we should be able to recognize certain patterns or trends in the individuals we choose to date. However, there are some red flags that may go unnoticed.

The 5 Types You Should Never Date

What is it like to cruise solo on one of Royal Caribbean's mega-ships?. While I have cruised alone before, this month was my first time sailing on an Oasis Class ship by myself. I took a 7-day Mediterranean cruise on Oasis of the Seas, spending my time alone exploring exciting...

I took my first solo cruise on Royal Caribbean's biggest cruise ships. After 7 nights, here are the pros and cons of cruising alone

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Silversea Cruises' new Silver Ray has two 1,324-square-foot Otium Suites with amenities like a private hot tub and a marble bathroom.

Wealthy travelers are paying $17,000 a week for the most luxurious cabin on Silversea's new ultra-luxury cruise ship — see inside

Following the pandemic, Carnival Cruise Line has gone on an unprecedented run of growth. Since 2019 the flagship brand of Carnival Corporation has increased its capacity by roughly 25%, thanks to newbuilds like Celebration and Jubilee and the transfer of ships from its sister-line Costa (Carnival Venezia and Firenze).

Carnival Is Taking Over an Entire Cruise Line to Grow Even Larger

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Carnival is one of the most affordable cruise lines. Just don't fall victim to all the onboard pay-to-play amenities and up-charged food.

Carnival is known for ultra-cheap cruises. I sailed on its new ship — and I'm not sure that's completely true.

You can receive daily cruise news updates directly to your inbox, so you don't miss a thing! Go ahead and Subscribe here. Royal Caribbean International has reached out to guests booked on several sailings of Brilliance of the Seas in April and May 2025 to alert them to cancellations due to dry dock schedule changes.

Royal Caribbean Cancels Cruises Due to Dry Dock Schedule

Big-ship cruises, with their thousands of passengers, double-digit deck plans, and mazes of corridors, aren’t for everyone. But with all that space comes a whole lot of dining options. I spent the last week of May onboard the brand new Princess Cruises ship the Sun Princess, a 21-deck cruise ship that can accommodate 4,300 guests and is billed as “The Greatest Foodie Destination at Sea.” During my seven-day Mediterranean sailing, I tried every specialty restaurant on the ship but one (The Catch by Rudi, a restaurant devoted to seafood), as well as some of the more casual food venues. Here is my ranking of the six (out of seven) specialty restaurants I tried, my reviews of the other dining venues, and everything you need to know before you sit down for a meal at any of them.

I Tried Nearly Every Cruise Ship Restaurant on 'The Greatest Foodie Destination at Sea'

You can receive daily cruise news updates directly to your inbox, so you don't miss a thing! Go ahead and Subscribe here. As part of the compensation for working on cruise ships, crew members are provided with room and board for the duration of their contract. However, while the accommodations may be free, they are not always the most luxurious homes away from home.

Crew Member Shows Tiny Cabin on Royal Caribbean’s Newest Cruise Ship

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Cruise lines have their own identities and specialties, and some lend themselves more to certain vacation types than others.

A cruise line for every type of traveler: How to choose the right one for you

Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra luxury cruise line, has unveiled the name of its new ship, Seven Seas Prestige™, along with stunning new exterior images and video, providing a glimpse into a brand new class of vessel that will once again set a new standard for luxury vacations.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Unveils First Look At Next Generation Ultra-Luxury Ships

Charlottesville, VA

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The cost of living in the United States has gone up so much in recent years that living on a cruise ship has become a reasonable idea for some retirees. When Nancy and Robert Houchens of Charlottesville, Virginia, retired, they decided to sell almost everything they had and live out their golden years hopping from cruise ship to cruise ship."We had a 3,000-square-foot home full of furniture...and everything we own now would fit in the back of a pickup truck," Robert told USA Today.“We sold all of our estates except for a little condominium we have in Florida, so when we get too old to cruise, we have somewhere to live,” Nancy added. “And we did keep two vehicles, and what we kept is in half of (Robert's mother's storage unit), which is, I don't know, 10x10 or something. We just walked away from everything.”

Couple retires to live on cruise ships because it's 'cheaper than a nursing home'

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Best Cruise Lines for Single Seniors

Do you like going on cruises? Are you single and would like to travel with similar people in your age range? Several cruise lines cater well...

Best Cruise Lines for Single Seniors

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