People love to cruise.  Unpacking once, seeing the world, and eating as much as you want is a vacation style growing in popularity.But there’s always room for improvement. Photo credit: Cruise Fever We recently asked a question on social media to see what tweaks cruise passengers wanted to see from various cruise lines.  This post is a result of the replies that poured in. “[Cruise Line] … [Read more...]

More cruise lines are making adjustments due to tensions in the Red Sea.A cruise through the Red Sea offers access to exotic locations in Saudi Arabia and Egypt.  And ports of call at Aqaba, Jordan provide access to the UNESCO city of Petra. But tensions in the Red Sea over the last several weeks have caused shipping vessels and cruise ships alike to alter course, avoiding the region … [Read more...]

There’s a lot to do on cruise embarkation day.  But one passenger found out that not doing something led to an expensive bill after arriving back home.Photo 190980740 © Panupong Mongkootkharn | Dreamstime.com A recent Carnival Cruise Line passenger is making waves online after sharing a pricey post-cruise phone bill.  But the real spark in the debate came from the comment which blamed … [Read more...]

The Port of Galveston will be welcoming another cruise ship in 2025, according to a statement released by MSC Cruises. Starting in November of 2025, MSC Seascape will be offering 7-night sailings out of Galveston Texas. The 5,877 max-capacity cruise ship– 4,540 at double-capacity — is the second Seaside EVO-class ship to be built by the cruise line. The newest Seaside-class vessel is currently … [Read more...]

Cruise ships have often been famously referred to as floating buffets at sea – and for good reason. With all-you-can-eat pizza, cake, steak, and lobster, the options truly are endless.But we often see the same mistakes made when it comes to dining on a cruise ship.  A little cruise buffet etiquette can go a long way to ensure everyone on the ship has a pleasant vacation. Photo Credit: Cruise … [Read more...]

Tomorrow, the world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, will arrive in Miami for the first time. The ship’s estimated arrival time is between 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. EST. Royal Caribbean is throwing an arrival party for Icon of the Seas at the Perez Art Museum starting at 7 a.m. It is open for anyone who would like to attend and is located at 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL … [Read more...]

After a $300 million cruise port renovation at Prince George Wharf, Nassau has shattered its previous records for the most passengers in one year.The cruise port, which can now accommodate up to six cruise ships at once, welcomed 4,490,802 passengers in 2023, according to a press release. Photo courtesy of Nassaucruiseport.com The 1,2010 cruise ships that brought these passengers into port, helped … [Read more...]

There’s almost a 0% chance you’ll be “bumped” from your cruise.    And even if a cruise line does overbook your cruise, leaving you behind, the likely compensation should definitely ease the pain.Photo Credit: Cruise Fever Many people didn’t think this was even possible before news reports out of Brisbane, Australia started circulating last November. Headlines were made when Royal … [Read more...]

A cruise line has added visits to ports that aren’t seldomly visited by cruise ships on new itineraries in 2024 and 2025. Oceania Cruises, a premium cruise line from Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, has announced new cruise itineraries that will visit seldom visited ports in Africa and Asia over the next two years. These new cruises include a 59 day voyage that visits off-the-beaten path ports. The … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean’s newest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, will arrive in the U.S. for the first time this week. The vessel is the largest cruise ship ever built and is scheduled to arrive in Miami on Wednesday, a few weeks ahead of its inaugural cruise. Royal Caribbean will be hosting an Icon arrival party at 7 a.m. on Wednesday at PortMiami. There will be games, breakfast bites, live music and … [Read more...]

Following a year of new debuts in 2023, cruise lines are gearing up for another wave of vessels in 2024.At least 13 brand new cruise ships are set to embark on their maiden voyages this year, offering various itineraries and homeports. If you want to explore a certain destination on a brand new ship, this list has you covered. The list below details these ships, grouped by where they will begin … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line is currently offering a “No One Does Bonus Savings Like Carnival” promotion that adds in a bonus perk to go along with 35% off cruises and other special savings. Carnival Cruise Line offers cruises from more homeports in the U.S. than any other line. To kick of 2024, Carnival is offering a combination of four deals in one that includes a bonus 4-category upgrade when sailing … [Read more...]

Cruise ships are often compared to small cities and the newest vessels are so large, there is often too much to uncover in just a week’s time.However, even the world’s most seasoned cruisers may not be aware of some hidden features onboard these ships. Photo credit: Cruise Fever There are numerous secrets cruise lines won’t tell you, so no matter how many times you set sail on the high seas, you … [Read more...]

A Taylor Swift fan cruise will depart on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship this summer for a five night cruise to the Western Caribbean. The Summer Era Cruise will take place on Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas and will depart from Galveston, Texas on June 15, 2024. The cruise is being hosted by Quality Travel and there are limited cabins left on this unique sailing. Prices start at $863 per … [Read more...]

Viking, one of the world’s leading river and ocean cruise lines, is offering a special “Discover More” sale this month on all of their cruises. From now through January 31, 2024, Viking is offering discounted cruise fares, up to free airfare, and $25 deposits on all itineraries. This sale includes river, ocean, and expedition cruises. Viking offers cruises to all seven continents and each year … [Read more...]

I compared 141 cruise ships from 8 major cruise lines to see which offered the most space based on passenger capacity and ship volume. *This post has been updated from its original writing and reflects the latest cruise ships to enter the market, including cruise ships that will debut in the next year. While many factors can have an impact on how crowded a ship may feel, there is a simple formula … [Read more...]

Photo credit: Cruise FeverThe dining experience on a cruise ship is one of the biggest reasons regular cruisers love to book a vacation at sea. In fact, a few months ago we ran a poll to see what factors mattered most when booking a cruise, and “food” was listed as one of the main reasons a certain cruise line or ship was selected. Over the course of my 40+ cruises in the past I’m still amazed at … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises will have seven ships sailing to Alaska this year as the cruise line celebrates 55 years of offering cruises to the 49th state. Princess Cruises will offer more options to Alaska than any other cruise line in 2024. They not only have seven cruise ships sailing to the state, but also offer five Wilderness Lodges that cover every part of Alaska. Princess will offer 158 cruises to … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises, the world’s fastest growing cruise line, is offering deals on cruises that start at just $279 per person and come with a bunch of freebies. From now through January 15, 2024, MSC Cruises is offering a Wave Season deal that not only has discounted prices on their ships, but also free perks. They are: Cruises starting at $279 per person An Easy-Plus drink package WiFi for up to two … [Read more...]

Planning a group cruise?  There are a few things you should know first if you want a smooth sailing.  These 10 tips should help avoid some group cruise pitfalls.Photo 19851140 | Cruise © José Lledó | Dreamstime.com When traveling in a large group, cruises can be a great way to get family and friends together for a vacation that everyone can enjoy. Cruises appeal to all ages, offers … [Read more...]

A cruise line is launching a new cruise deal that will allow three guests to sail for free on all cruises in 2024. Margaritaville at Sea’s new “Three Guests Sail Free” offer is good on all of their cruises in 2024. This not only includes their current ship, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise, but also their newer ship that will enter service this summer, Margaritaville at Sea Islander. This deal … [Read more...]

Do you need a passport renewed at last minute and don’t live near an in-person passport agency? This recently happened to me, and here is how I got my passport renewed in one week using a service called Rush My Passport. As someone who travels a lot for work and pleasure, I had been dreading the time when my passport got within six months of expiration. Passport processing times for the U.S. … [Read more...]

Villa Vie Residences, a new cruise line planning on launching in 2024, has purchased a cruise ship for their three and a half year cruise. The cruise starts at $99,999 for an inside cabin and $249,999 for a balcony stateroom. The voyage will visit 425 ports in 147 countries.Villa Vie Odyssey will offer three and a half year cruises starting in May 2024 Villa Vie purchased The Braemar from Fred. … [Read more...]

Two of Carnival Corporation’s cruise lines, Princess Cruises and Holland America Line, are offering early Wave Season deals that include up to 40% off cruises and other free perks.Princess Cruises is offering up to 40% off cruises, free cabin upgrades, and 3rd and 4th guests in a cabin sail for free. This sale includes cruises to the Caribbean, Alaska, Norwegian Fjords, Hawaii, and the Mexican … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises has released a new mobile app that is now available to download in the Android Play Store and the Apple App Store. Princess Cruises has completely designed this new app from the ground up that uses less memory and consumes less power on mobile phones. It has a new interface with enhanced personalization, quicker access to features and fonts that are easier to read. The new app … [Read more...]

In 2023, 30 cruise ships from 11 different cruise lines scored a perfect 100 during surprise health inspections from the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program.Unannounced health inspections are carried out twice each year for cruise ships that sail to and from U.S. cruise ports. Cruise lines do know when they will take place and ships must score at least an 85 to pass. Three cruise lines had five ships … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest and largest cruise ship, Carnival Jubilee, departed on its maiden cruise this weekend when the vessel set sail for a week long cruise from Galveston to the Caribbean. It’s the fifth of six new ships that will enter Carnival’s fleet over a three year period. Carnival Jubilee set sail with 6,000 guests for a Christmas cruise to the Western Caribbean. The ship departed … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line is making four changes and enhancements as the cruise line heads into 2024 that effect disembarkation to pre-cruise booking options. Starting on January 1, 2024, Carnival cruisers will be able to book “Behind The Fun” cruise ship tours on Carnival.com before the cruise. Previously, this tour was only able to be booked once you embarked on the ship. This will be rolled out … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean’s first holiday marketplace pop-up is now open on one of their cruise ships that is sailing from Miami. The cruise line has partnered with Starboard Cruise Services for the unique shop inspired by the Christmas markets in Europe. The Holiday Marketplace is featured on Oasis of the Seas and its the cruise line’s first ever holiday marketplace pop-up. It is located on Deck 8 in the … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean celebrated the official start of construction on another mega cruise ship this week when the first block of Star of the Seas was laid. Star of the Seas will be the second Icon class ship from Royal Caribbean and will be one of, if not the largest cruise ship ever built when the vessel debuts in 2025. While the cruise line has not officially announced if Star of the Seas will be … [Read more...]