Opinion

Some activities and traditions on cruise ships are just weird to some people.  But there’s no judgement here.  Everyone has a different style of...

A recent social media post asked if others felt pressured to give perfect ratings on a post-cruise survey.  After all, knowing a crew member's...

Comparing two of the largest cruise lines in the world isn't as cut and dry as some think.  Any Carnival Cruise Line vs. Royal...

While some shudder at the thought of even leaving the house without a phone full of apps for every whim and fancy, one cruiser...

Adult-only areas are supposed to be just that.  And it’s nothing against kids.  It’s just that on a cruise ship, nothing is more annoying...

Family-friendly cruise lines offer all kinds of activities and amenities for the entire family to stay busy and happy.  And while kids’ clubs, waterparks,...

Personally, the very thought of getting up at 5:00 in the morning while on a cruise ship feels like treason to my body and...

When planning a cruise vacation, most of us focus on the fun part—incredible food, sunny excursions, and relaxing days at sea. But what about...

We recently asked our readers what they do with their collection of cruise cards after a cruise is over. The responses were varied and...

The debate about cruising during hurricane season comes up every—well, hurricane season.  For some travelers, especially first-time cruisers, the idea of a hurricane interrupting...