Celebrity Cruises is known for offering one of the most elevated spa experiences at sea, especially on its Edge class ships like Celebrity Xcel, Ascent, …
What is the 3-1-1 rule on cruises?
If you’re used to flying, you’ve probably internalized the TSA’s 3-1-1 liquids rule at the airport. This strict regulation requires all passengers’ carry-on luggage to …
Shore Excursions Group Review: My honest opinion after trying multiple tours
Even after more than 50 cruises, I still prefer booking shore excursions to explore new countries and ports of call. While I typically stick with …
Norwegian Cruise Line vs Carnival: Here’s which one I think is better
I’ve been on over 50 cruises around the world with multiple cruise lines, including many on both Norwegian Cruise Line and Carnival. I actually grew …
Royal Caribbean announces Spectrum of the Seas itinerary changes as China–Japan tensions escalate
Amid rapidly rising tensions between China and Japan, Royal Caribbean has notified guests of Spectrum of the Seas itinerary changes that remove Japanese ports of …
Carnival vs Royal Caribbean: My unfiltered opinion after cruising both brands for years
Carnival and Royal Caribbean are two brands that dominate the mainstream cruise market. For many people, these cruise lines are the top two choices when …
Which cruise line has the best food? Here’s what longtime cruisers say
Although food is one of the most subjective topics when it comes to cruising, it’s also one of the most popular. Many cruisers continue to …
Why is Norwegian canceling cruises? Inside NCL’s year of widespread redeployments
Throughout 2025, Norwegian Cruise Line made an unusual number of itinerary changes, with Norwegian canceling cruises across its fleet and shifting ships into new regions. …
Semester at Sea cost: Is it worth $45,000?
If you’ve been researching study-abroad programs, chances are you’ve seen the price tag and wondered: “How much is Semester at Sea, and is it really …
Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas storm: What really happened in 2016?
Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas made national news in February 2016 after the ship encountered an unexpectedly powerful storm off the U.S. East Coast. …