The Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Amex Platinum are two of the most popular cards for travelers, and both recently announced substantial annual fee increases. …
Norwegian Cruise Line to charge $5 for second entrées in main dining room
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has quietly introduced a new policy in the ship’s main dining rooms. Starting with sailings on or after September 26, 2025, …
Quantum of the Seas hit by 105 mph winds in Alaska, passenger injured by blown-out window
Guests sailing aboard Quantum of the Seas experienced a frightening moment when extreme winds battered the ship during its Alaska cruise, causing a large sliding …
Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas hit by rough wave in “scary” moment
Passengers aboard Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas were caught off guard when the ship suddenly listed after hitting a rough wave during its September …
Celebrity river cruises for 2027 sell out on the first day with huge demand
Celebrity’s river cruises for 2027 completely sold out after remaining inventory was released to the general public. All sailings were sold out within the first …
Are drink packages worth it on cruises?
One of the most common questions cruisers ask before setting sail is whether a drink package is worth the price. Most cruise fares don’t cover …
Are cruise ships safe? Here’s what the data says
Cruise ships move millions of people around the world every year. Even with so many cruisers taking worry-free vacations each year, incidents at sea quickly …
Cruise Lines Ranked From Best to Worst (2026)
With so many cruise lines sailing to the world’s most exciting destinations, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. From luxury touches and adults-only atmospheres …
Carnival backpedals on rewards program changes, but loyal cruisers still aren’t happy
Carnival Cruise Line is walking back some of the most controversial parts of its new Carnival Rewards loyalty program. But, if you ask many of …
Is Chops Grille worth it on Royal Caribbean? My honest review and menu
Chops Grille is Royal Caribbean’s signature steakhouse and one of the most popular specialty dining options across the fleet. You’ll find Chops Grille on every …