My most recent cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line was a solo adventure onboard the largest ship in the fleet: Norwegian Encore. This trip was the longest amount of time that I have ever been gone while traveling completely by myself. 

I was both anxious and excited to see what cruising solo would be like. 

From those in culinary services, housekeeping, youth staff, and more, you are sure to interact with lots of different crew members during your cruise. 

While there is no denying that all crew members work to enhance your overall experience, there are some who can go above and beyond to make your cruise even more memorable. Sometimes it is the little things that matter most!

The next time you find yourself on a cruise, take a moment to seek out these crew members. Even if you do not introduce yourself at first, it is good to know what resources are available. 

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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've shared.

Is there anything better than a fall cruise? The best of nature, mild temperatures, seafood extravaganzas, and charming coastal towns are just some of the reasons why cruisers love to sail this time of year in the Northeast. 

MSC Cruises has made cruising even easier with the announcement of new sailings to take advantage of the splendors of fall in New England and Canada. The cruise line is offering sailings for as little as $589 per person for a 10-day cruise and $619 for an 11-day cruise. 

I recently returned from a 12-night sailing onboard Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Seas, one of the oldest ships in the cruise line’s fleet.