What are the pros and cons of cruises? Cruising is one of the most popular options when it comes to vacationing. While we cruise addicts sing its praises and how much we love it, cruising still has its faults. People are often drawn to cruises because of their all-inclusive nature – you can find anything …
Cruising for the first time? Thinking about cruising for the first time? Like any trip, planning for a cruise vacation can be overwhelming. We’ve gathered 20 tips for first-time cruisers so you don’t make the same cruise mistakes we did on our first cruise. If you’re like us, your dream vacation probably includes a cruise. …
Cruise disembarkation day marks the end of our time on the cruise ship. Sadly, we do have to get off the ship at some point. You should know some tips and options to make the disembarkation day process smoother. Sigh, disembarkation day. Cruise disembarkation day is a travel day. You’re either going to travel home, …
Planning and booking shore excursions for your cruise vacation? How do you book a shore excursion? What helpful cruise excursion tips will help you book and plan them independently? Shore excursions are not included in your cruise fare. (At least not with budget cruise lines or mainstream cruise lines). So if you’re looking to do …
If you’re a first-time cruiser, the term “shore excursion” might be unfamiliar. What are shore excursions? Do you have to book them with the cruise? Can you book your independent tour? What are shore excursions? Shore excursions are a great way to explore the port-of-call by taking a tour or participating in an activity. Most …
What is a cruise roll call? Should you join one? What are the pros and cons? After planning and booking a cruise, one of the first things to do is join a roll call. Especially if this is your first cruise, cruise roll calls can be extremely helpful, making cruise planning easier and more fun. …