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Cruise Passenger Wonders Why They Lost $250 Credit After “Upgrade” to...

Carnival balcony cabins on Celebration
Planning a cruise, especially a honeymoon cruise, often involves booking early to get the perfect cabin and take advantage of any promotions. But what...

7 Cons to Booking a Cruise at the Last Minute

PortMiami cruise ships docked
I love a good cruise deal. And last-minute deals are still possible, especially after final payment is due and some cabins open up. But an...

8 Cruise Line Loyalty Programs Compared: Perks & Requirements

cruise line loyalty perks benefits
Which cruise lines offer the best loyalty programs? Are they worth it? Should I only cruise with one cruise line or try all of...

Inside Cabin Cruise Hacks: 14 Tips to Make the Most of...

Interior cabin on Royal Caribbean cruise ship
If you’re going to book an interior cabin on your cruise, you'll want to make the most of your windowless stateroom. These cabins are beloved...

7 Ways to Avoid Spending a Single Extra Penny Once On...

Carnival Legend in cruise port in Nassau on sunny day
This article won't be very popular with the cruise lines, but when you're cruising on a budget, you have to save money wherever you...

15 Things You Should Do Right After You Book Your Cruise

Norwegian Escape and Virgin cruise ships in PortMiami
You just booked a cruise--awesome!  Now, it’s time to get a few things done right off the bat. I love that “I-just-booked-a-cruise” rush after securing...

Why Your Fitness Tracker Gets Wonky on a Cruise Ship Run

Using Fitness trackers on a cruise ship with jogging track
As the cruise industry grows, it’s clear that there isn’t just one type of traveler who enjoys a vacation at sea.  While some would...

The Reality of Cruise Cabin Upgrades: 7 Biggest Myths

Celebrity Edge balcony stateroom on cruise ship
Trying to understand how cruise cabin upgrades work can be a little confusing, especially for people new to cruising.  We've selected some of the...

Smart or Crazy: Booking Port Heavy Cruises Just to Stay on...

Two cruise ships in Costa Maya, MSC Seaside and Allure of the Seas
After cruising for well over a decade, I’ve had my share of cruise experiences.  Some ports I skip and some I still enjoy visiting...

11 Extra-Charge Cruise “Perks” That Are Worth Every Penny

A cruise vacation offers amazing value.  And while you can go the entire cruise without spending an extra penny, there are some extra's that...