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

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)

Going on vacation is liberating and joyous. It lets you see new places, enjoy fresh experiences, and discover new things. You can also unwind as you immerse yourself in a foreign environment. And while this is perfectly natural — and very much the point of taking a pleasure trip — it's also fraught with danger. Pickpockets know to strike when travelers switch off and slip into that contented vacation mindset. Whether at a stunning snorkeling destination in the U.S., sliding into the water for a quick swim, or standing in line for a sweet treat at a Parisian tourist trap, losing your sense of the people and space around you can lead to disaster.

10 Hacks That Will Protect You From Pickpockets While Traveling

As innocent as it might seem, posting too much personal information about your cruise on social media in advance can ruin your vacation and potentially cost you a lot of money. In May of 2024, Tiffany Banks (@thathippiedoc) posted on TikTok that her family's Carnival Cruise, which they had been planning for months and was due to set sail in just a few days, had been unexpectedly canceled without her knowledge. When Banks first posted, she believed she must be experiencing some kind of glitch in the booking system that had accidentally canceled her booking, but the truth was even stranger. The cruise had been canceled by somebody else. A few weeks before the cruise was due to set sail, Banks and her husband had enthusiastically posted about it on Facebook — and they accidentally included their booking number.

The Upsetting Social Media Mistake That Will Ruin Your Entire Cruise

You can receive daily cruise news updates directly to your inbox, so you don't miss a thing! Go ahead and Subscribe here. A passenger aboard P&O Cruise’s P&O Azura was stunned to find derogatory “bingo” cards mocking various guests, according to a social media post. The cards, titled “Cruise Ship Bingo,” listed offensive categories such as “Big fat fatties waddling around,” “Gigantic horrid tattoos,” and “Unruly brats who can’t behave.”

Cruise Passenger Shocked by Offensive Bingo Cards

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Thomas Smith

Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Juneau, AK

Dengarden

Popular Cruise Destination Is Considering Banning Large Ships

Dollywood may not be the country's oldest amusement park, nor as popular and well-known as Disney or Six Flags, but if you're a Dolly Parton fan, it is a must-visit. For those in the know, even if you're not the biggest Parton fan, Dollywood is still a fantastic, fun, and family-friendly theme park and a much-loved Tennessee vacation destination. But for visitors on July 17, 2024, they had their Dollywood vacation plans put on an abrupt hold: The whole park got shut down after a massive water main break, just about an hour after the park opened for the day.

Here's Why Dollywood Was Forced To Close An Hour After Opening

Coral Gables, FL

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Tanner Callais

Looking for the perfect cabin for your cruise? It’s definitely worth your time. While cruises might have several stops, given the average time spent in port of just 8-9 hours per day, the vast majority of your vacation is spent aboard the ship. So having a great room to enjoy is a nice thing to have.

Picking the Best Cruise Cabin: 11 Factors to Consider

You can receive daily cruise news updates directly to your inbox, so you don't miss a thing! Go ahead and Subscribe here. For one TikToker, the phrase “man overboard” has just become “bag overboard.”. Lindsey Hargesheimer, a photographer from Denver, Colorado, was looking forward to boarding her...

Cruise Passenger Upset After Cruise Line Allegedly Loses Luggage in Ocean

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Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

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The cruise line shared what could be taken as either wise advice or a bit of a warning.

Royal Caribbean shares key advice for all cruisers

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Chicago, IL

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(CHICAGO) Select Cut Steakhouse is closing after nearly 30 years in business. Located at 2808 N Halsted Street, the restaurant is known for its casual atmosphere with a traditional menu featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, and burgers.

End of an Era: This Lakeview Steakhouse is Closing After 30 Years

Choosing the right cruise ship is one of the most important steps when planning your cruise vacation. There is nothing worse than feeling disappointed on vacation, especially if you book a cruise ship that falls short of your expectations. The top considerations for choosing a cruise ship should include your...

Of the 46 cruises I've taken, here are the best five Royal Caribbean ships for adults

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(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

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An Oklahoma family of nine was left stranded in remote Alaska after their Norwegian Cruise Lines ship left them behind — and then charged the desperate family $9,000 in customs fees.

The Gault family was traveling with six young kids and a 78-year-old grandmother on July 12 when they disembarked from the Norwegian Encore in Katchikan, a small town in a string of south Alaskan islands, so they could watch a lumberjack show together.

But on their way back, the local tour operator transporting passengers to and from the vessel failed to properly check who had tickets and who didn’t — merely...

Family of nine left behind in remote Alaska, charged $9K by Norwegian Cruise Lines

Hundreds of Carnival Cruise Line passengers were disappointed recently when their ship completely missed Greenland, the main attraction. But that disappointment turned to rage when a quasi-travel agent refused to refund their canceled shore excursions to the island. Can she really do that?. If your Carnival cruise has the word...

Our Carnival cruise missed Greenland. Why won’t this agent refund our excursion?

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The Spot On A Ship Many Cruisers Call The 'Naughty Room' And How To Avoid Being Sent There

Cruises can be a great place to shed your inhibitions, though they aren't without their own rules and consequences. Defying these regulations can lead to a...

The Spot On A Ship Many Cruisers Call The 'Naughty Room' And How To Avoid Being Sent There

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