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)

You can receive daily cruise news updates directly to your inbox, so you don't miss a thing! Go ahead and Subscribe here. For some cruise passengers, the whole point of taking a cruise is to hop from destination to destination, spending a day somewhere new and then heading off to the next port. It’s a way to see a lot of different places in one vacation.

11 Reasons Cruise Passengers Remain on the Ship While in Port

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Business Insider's reporter packed light for her cruise. She was glad she had a door magnet and the right shoes but wished she'd brought laundry soap.

I packed for a weeklong cruise with just a carry-on and a backpack. Here are 10 items I'm glad I brought and 9 things I wish I had with me.

The beauty of cruises is that you can visit multiple destinations without the hassle of hopping onto multiple forms of transportation. In fact, you may even choose not to get off the ship at all and still be able to technically visit new places. But because of a cruise's insulated nature, one of the things that some fail to check before booking a cruise is figuring out whether or not they need a passport or a specific travel requirement before they set sail. But here's the quick answer: It depends.

Do You Always Need A Passport When Traveling By Cruise?

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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if you know these secrets that the cruise lines may not share, you can increase your holiday fun.

11 Secrets Cruise Lines Don't Want You to Know

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 to single seniors by offering activities, accommodations, and social events tailored to their interests. Here are some popular cruise line options for single seniors:

Best Cruise Lines for Single Seniors

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A man ditched his “dull” nine-to-five as a plumber to work as a musician on a cruise ship - travelling to 40 countries earning £40k a year.Jack Nolan, 33, says being a plumber was "boring" and "unfulfilling".He started working on cruises in 2016 and earns £3,315 a month and has travelled to countries like Australia, Iceland and Canada. He revealed what it's like living and working on a boat.While he has to work most nights as a singer and guitarists he gets all day off - and gets to explore each destination at his own leisure.And living on a boat...

‘I work on a cruise ship – here’s what it’s really like behind the scenes’

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)

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

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

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

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Other than maybe working on a tan, there’s not much that is more popular than having a drink or three while on a cruise. Bars are everywhere around the ship, and alcohol is big business.

12 Things You Didn’t Know about Drinks & Drinking on a Cruise

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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.

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While booking a cruise online offers convenience, there can be some drawbacks.

Should I book a cruise online? Here's what to know.

How can you safely explore ports on a solo cruise?. Whether you enjoy traveling alone or have a travel buddy back out at the last minute, solo cruises are a great way to enjoy a peaceful vacation on your own terms. However, it's normal to feel concerned about your safety.

I tried going alone on a group shore excursion, and it was a smart way to enhance my Mediterranean cruise

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'

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California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

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Joining a cruise means embracing the reality that what is essentially a floating hotel will be your home for days or weeks at a time. You must be comfortable with the fact that you won't see land for long stretches, and you'll need to adapt to living in that nautical bubble. Since cruises take their sweet time, cruise lines generally avoid kicking passengers off until the scheduled port of call. And they don't boot passengers unless there's a good reason. Common offenses include behaviors that drive their cruise joiners up the wall, including, but not limited to being rowdy and reckless, exhibiting hostility towards the staff, and smuggling prohibited items. Another reason? Getting seriously sick. Yes, really.

Why You Might Get Kicked Off A Cruise Ship For Getting Sick

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What I Wish I Knew Before I Took My First Cruise

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...

What I Wish I Knew Before I Took My First Cruise

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