Alaska vs. Caribbean: Which Cruise Fits Your Travel Personality?

Alaska or Caribbean cruise
Are you planning your next cruise? Do you get daily email offers for Early Saver or casino deals?  I know I do and my mailbox...

35 Genius Cruise Items on Amazon for Under $15

Cruise ships in port at Costa Maya Mexico
Wondering what to pack for a cruise?  This list consists of some of the best and most affordable items to buy and throw into...

Thinking of a Forward-Facing Cruise Balcony? What You Should Know

Front facing balcony cabins on cruise ship
Unless you happen to be the captain of a cruise ship, you can’t beat the views from a front-facing balcony.  Sure, you don’t get...

Getting Married on a Cruise? What Experienced Cruisers Have to Say

Cruise ship wedding ceremony on beach
There’s no destination wedding like a cruise wedding.  And planning for one combines the honeymoon and ceremony in one lump sum.  But according to a...

I Saved $1,000 Off a Hotel Thanks to My Royal Caribbean...

Royal Caribbean ships
This past weekend, I saved nearly $1,000 off a four-night stay at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas thanks to my loyalty status with Royal...

Cruisers Weigh In: Pros and Cons of Carrying Your Own Luggage...

Luggage cart at cruise terminal in Miami with cruise ship in background
The last day of a cruise always comes too fast.  But eventually, you do have to get off the ship, and before that happens...

Yes, Introverts Can Enjoy Cruising Too: 6 Tips for an Awkward-Free...

Viking Sky ocean ship wake aft pool
Is a cruise ship the worst-case scenario for an introvert? A social media post—along with a slew of comments--reminded me how cruising in general...

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...

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...