We share lots of cruise updates and advice here, and this is a weekly roundup of everything you may have missed from this week.
If you are busy but want to keep up with all the helpful cruise advice we share, this is an easy-to-digest look at the recent articles and updates we have shared
1. 21 gift ideas you can give someone going on a cruise!
A cute way to show someone that you are thinking about them is helping them prepare for an upcoming trip!
If you know someone that has a cruise vacation planned in their future and you would like to gift them something to help them enjoy their vacation, we have some recommendations for you. From practical items like power strips, to quality water bottles and even door decorations, there are a lot of options for you to choose from.
Here are 21 of the best cruise gifts for someone going on a cruise ship.
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2. Here are the top 12 mistakes Allie sees cruisers make when sailing around Europe.
Even if you are an experienced cruiser in the Caribbean, there are certain things that will be different during cruises around Europe.
Allie has cruised in Europe over 10 times now and has been witness to many mistakes from fellow passengers that are easily avoidable. From booking excursions, to planning flights, selecting a cruise ship, and even dining options, she has seen it all and has recommendations for future European cruisers.
Here are the top 12 mistakes she sees cruisers make when sailing around Europe.
3. Are you wondering just how big modern-day cruise ships are?
When booking your next cruise, you now have more options than ever when selecting which ship you would like to sail on.
From the newer mega ships to the smaller, older vessels, you are sure to have a great vacation on whichever ship you select. However, it can be hard for some people to truly comprehend just how large certain ships are if they have never sailed on them before. And along with the larger ships comes more onboard offerings, which can help narrow down your decision on which ship to sail on.
If you are wondering just how big modern-day cruise ships are, you have come to the right place!
Read more: How Big is a Cruise Ship?
4. A list of Norwegian's 19 ships organized by age!
Founded in 1966, Norwegian Cruise Line has been sailing for quite some time.
In all of these years, they have added and released many ships from their fleet. Today, you will find that they have 19 ships in service, ranging from 77,100 ton vessels to 169,100 ton vessels. With such a range in size, it is no surprise that you will also find a range in activities and amenities offered onboard their cruise ships.
If you are not sure which ship fits your needs best, read on to discover our list of Norwegian's ships by age from oldest to newest.
Read more: Norwegian Cruise Line ships by age — from oldest to newest
5. I boarded my first European cruise. How different is it from a USA cruise?
The sailing experience varies quite a bit when sailing in the Caribbean and sailing in Europe.
Elizabeth recently took her first European cruise and was able to find out first hand how different these experiences are. Most notably, of course, is how port-intensive European itineraries tend to be, as the ports are not only located close together, but with travelers also wanting to experience the most they can out of Europe before having to head home.
Read on to see how the boarding process was different from anything she had experienced sailing from North America.
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6. Pros and cons of cruising with Norwegian’s newer ships versus their older ships.
Norwegian Cruise Line is one of the most popular cruise line and features 19 ships in it’s fleet.
Hayley recently had the experience to sail on one of NCL’s newest and one of their oldest ships. While there were certain similarities and differences she was prepared for, there were also some that she didn’t expect. After cruising on them both, she was able to determine exactly what their pros and cons are, which is helpful if you are choosing which ship is the best fit for your next cruise vacation.
Here are some of the pros and cons of cruising with Norwegian’s newer ships versus their older ships.
7. 20 things cruise lines really do not want you to bring on ships
If you have never taken a cruise vacation before, you may be surprised to find out what is prohibited to take on board.
When packing for your trip, you want to be aware of what is and is not allowed, making sure that you do not delay your boarding process. While some of these items, like candles, are fairly obvious, there are others that you may not think about, especially if you are used to vacationing in hotels.
Here is a list of 20 things that cruise lines do not want you to bring on ships.
Read more: 20 things cruise lines really do not want you to bring on ships
Nicole Feist
Nicole first fell in love with cruising as a teenager on a family vacation. Since then she's gone on to become a frequent cruiser, and even marrying her husband on a sailing. Living on the Gulf Coast of Florida, you'll find her cruising on the weekends whenever she can.
