Monday, September 14, 2026

The One Website Every Cruiser Should Check Before Leaving Home


Most cruise passengers spend weeks researching ships, cabins, shore excursions, and drink packages before their vacation. But there's one website that many travelers overlook, and it could end up being one of the most important stops before you pack your suitcase.

Whether you're sailing to the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, or Asia, it's a good idea to visit the U.S. Department of State's travel information page before every international cruise.

Sunday, September 13, 2026

Top 5 Cruise News Stories for Sept 14, 2026

Cruise Guest Confronts Alleged $1,100 Scammer in Onboard Hot Tub

Most people who discover they've been scammed probably want to put the whole thing behind them. One cruise passenger decided to do something very different—she booked a cruise and went looking for the person she says scammed her.

Vanessa Phillips says she met Armonte Wilson on a previous MSC Cruises sailing in December 2025. When Wilson was looking for someone to cruise with in August 2026, Phillips agreed.

According to Phillips, Wilson provided what appeared to be a cruise itinerary, booking information and invoices. She says she ultimately sent him nearly $1,100, only to lose contact with him shortly before the cruise.

Saturday, September 12, 2026

How to Be a Great Cruise Passenger (And Avoid Common Mistakes)


If you've taken more than a few cruises, you've probably encountered that passenger.

Maybe they're blasting music from a Bluetooth speaker by the pool. Maybe they're yelling at crew members because their drink took an extra two minutes to arrive. Or perhaps they're cutting in line at the buffet as if no one else has been waiting.

Most cruisers have their own definition of a "bad cruiser." For us, it's someone whose behavior directly affects the enjoyment of other guests.

Thursday, September 10, 2026

New Video Friday and weekly Recap 9/11/26


Every Friday we release a new video on our YouTube Channel
This week we feature: A Full Tour of Celebration Key


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT!

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Norwegian Cruise Line Opens Great Tides Waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay


Norwegian Cruise Line is adding a major new attraction to Great Stirrup Cay, and cruisers visiting the private Bahamian Island now have a whole new way to spend their day.

Great Tides Waterpark officially opened September 4, 2026, bringing nearly six acres of water attractions to Norwegian's 270-acre private island destination.

Monday, September 7, 2026

Port of Miami Cruise Parking Guide: Best Places to Park Before Your Cruise


Known as the Cruise Capital of the World, the Port of Miami welcomes millions of cruise passengers every year. It's home to ships from many of the world's largest cruise lines, including Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Virgin Voyages, Disney Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Seabourn.

Whether you're sailing to the Caribbean, the Bahamas, or beyond, one question every driver has before embarkation day is:

Where should I park?

Sunday, September 6, 2026

Top 5 Cruise News Stories for Sept 7, 2026


Royal Caribbean Cancels Alaska Cruise for Ship Repairs

A Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise went from a delayed departure to a complete cancellation this week after Serenade of the Seas was unable to complete repairs to a technical issue.

The seven-night cruise was originally scheduled to leave Vancouver on Sunday, August 30, but guests were first told the ship would depart two days late while the crew worked on the problem. Royal Caribbean planned a shortened itinerary with just Ketchikan and one Canadian port.

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