Boarding a cruise ship as a first-timer can be quite overwhelming. You have to confirm your booking, shop for essentials, and pack your bags ahead, just so you don’t forget important clothing and accessories like your leopard slides and swimsuit. There are also so many new activities to partake...

Dos and Don’ts for Your First Day Onboard a Cruise Ship

Cruising is a flexible vacation option suitable for any season. Each season offers unique experiences, making it an appealing choice for travelers. Here are five key benefits of cruising year-round:. Variety of Destinations. Different seasons offer unique opportunities across regions. For example, Winter is ideal for sunny Caribbean getaways or...

Top Five Benefits of Cruising During Any Season

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Virgin Voyages’ latest offer lets young adults cruise for free with a family-friendly twist. The cruise line’s unique “Kids Sail Free” promotion allows those 18 to 26 to adventure the seas at no cost through the rest of 2024. The possible itineraries in the deal’s scope include all Virgin Voyages regions and ships. The only exceptions are three ships departing during the end-of-year holiday season.

Virgin Voyages Offers Free Cruises To 'Adult Children' Through The End Of 2024

Booking your first cruise can feel overwhelming with the options, prices, and promotions available. Understanding how cruise pricing works and knowing when to book can save you money and ensure you have a vacation you’ll cherish for years. Here are some essential tips to guide you through the booking process.

Here’s How to Book Your First Cruise

Booking a cruise can be an exciting way to explore multiple destinations while enjoying various amenities at sea. Here are five essential elements that are typically included in any cruise package:. 1. Accommodations. Cruise ships offer various cabins, from interior staterooms to lavish suites with balconies, catering to diverse preferences...

5 Things That Are Always Included With Any Cruise You Book

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Living permanently on a cruise ship seems like a dream of the uber-wealthy. You spend your days lounging on the deck by the pool or touring an exotic location. Nights are spent dancing in the nightclub or enjoying live entertainment.You no longer have to worry about traffic, cooking or laundry. Your life has become all-inclusive as long as you’re on board.At Upworthy, we’ve shared the stories of a handful of people who’ve been able to spend their lives on a permanent cruise because they’ve figured out how to do so affordably. Or, at least, at about the same cost of living on land.Insider recently featured the fantastic story of Ryan Gutridge, who spends about 300 nights a year living on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas. He only leaves the ship for a few weeks a year during the holidays.

Man lives on a cruise ship 300 days a year because it costs the same as renting in Florida

Short cruises or not, Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas offers some of the line's best in class features on a brand new ship. Utopia has made headlines for being Royal Caribbean's new party ship and for just offering 3- and 4-night cruises, but those tag lines overlook the things that make the ship stand out.

I spent over a week on Royal Caribbean's new Utopia of the Seas. I was impressed by how much was changed for the world's newest cruise ship.

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

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It's not easy to fix a packing mistake once you're on a cruise since your shopping options are limited.

3 cruise packing mistakes first-time cruisers can easily avoid

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

If you like to cruise in style, then there’s one class of cabin you might be considering: a suite. On a cruise ship, suites vary widely. Whereas a balcony or an interior cabin may have small variations, but be largely the same from one room to the other, it’s not the same with suite cabins. Here, the difference can be what’s essentially a balcony cabin with a little more space all the way to apartments with multiple bedrooms, private hot tubs, and more.

Is a Suite Cabin Worth it on a Cruise? Here’s What to Know…

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One Dunkin’ Donuts location, known for its familiar aroma of coffee and donuts, found itself temporarily closed after a state inspection uncovered a few issues. Not all Dunkin’ locations are created equal. Take the one at 3745 Pleasant Hill Road in Kissimmee, for instance. This particular branch, despite its efforts to keep customers caffeinated and satisfied, has had its share of mixed reviews.

Florida's donut shop closed due serious violations after state inspection

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Is there a better combination for a having a romantic encounter? Yes, actually. Add all those elements and then combine them on a cruise ship where everyone will be together for several days, all having a similar experience.

The Beginner’s Guide to Hooking Up on a Cruise

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’s Explorer of the Seas is currently involved in search operations following an alert for a passenger overboard in the early morning hours of Friday, August 9, 2024. Multiple local vessels are assisting in the search in the Adriatic Sea, east of the Croatian island of Vis.

Cruise Passenger Reported Overboard Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas

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Royal Caribbean's ships feel like floating amusement parks, Celebrity's look like boutique hotels, and Silversea's are floating five-star resorts.

I've sailed with every Royal Caribbean cruise line — here's how to pick the best one for you

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

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Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency in Northeast Florida and across much of the state as a tropical system appears almost certain to develop. The National Hurricane Center said Friday morning that a tropical wave has a 90% chance of developing into at least a tropical depression over the next seven days. Most models show it moving into the Gulf of Mexico and then coming ashore and crossing the state, possibly moving over Northeast Florida.

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The cruise industry is growing at a rapid pace, and Royal Caribbean has seen increased demand as a result. According to a quarterly earnings call, the cruise line exceeded expectations for the first quarter of 2024, including a “record-breaking introduction” of its newest ship Icon of the Seas. If you’re thinking about taking a cruise in the near future, the trends that Jason Liberty, CEO of Royal Caribbean, reported on the call are worth noting when making your plans.

Royal Caribbean shares the latest trends that all cruisers should know

Starting Thursday, August 15, all local visitors entering the Grand Turk Cruise Center (GTCC) must obtain a one-day identification badge before being allowed inside. This new guideline is one of several measures aimed at enhancing the safety and security of cruise passengers, employees, and local residents. Carnival Corporation, the Grand...

Strict New Rules at Grand Turk Cruise Center Start August 15

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What to Expect on Your First Day of a Cruise

Embarking on your first cruise is an exciting adventure filled with new experiences. However, the first day can also be a bit hectic and overwhelming, especially...

What to Expect on Your First Day of a Cruise

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