Staying disconnected from those on land while on a cruise can be difficult! Whether you want to check in on your kids (fur babies count, too!) or need to have access to your email, one non-negotiable cruise add-on might be wi-fi. 

Norwegian Cruise Line does not give every passenger onboard unlimited wi-fi, meaning that you will have to appropriately budget the cost of an internet package into your vacation cost.  

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've shared.

While everyone hopes their cruise vacation will go as planned, unforeseeable circumstances may arise that could threaten you from even getting to the cruise port.

If you live close to the cruise port, like in southern Florida, you will likely have fewer issues getting to the port via car or train. However, if you live far away and need to take an airplane to the port city, you may run into more complications, such as a flight delay or cancellation.

You have decided to take the plunge and book a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line-- this is exciting! We believe that cruising is truly one of the very best ways to travel, and we know that you will make many wonderful and meaningful memories onboard your cruise. 

When booking a cruise vacation, you will need to decide which type of stateroom to stay in. Most of the time, this is driven by your cruise budget and travel-style.

If you want to stay in a higher-end stateroom, like a suite, then your budget will obviously need to align with a higher price point. Luxurious staterooms can come with lucrative benefits like concierge service, deluxe drink packages and massive accommodations. This can surely be worth it if you’re looking to have an upscale, more exclusive cruising experience.

I recently took my first-ever European cruise onboard MSC Cruises' MSC Seashore. 

I am no stranger to cruising, as I have taken over ten cruises in the past; however, sailing the Mediterranean was a new experience for me, as well as sailing on MSC. 

Read more: I stayed in a $1,175 stateroom on MSC Seashore - see what my room on this cruise ship looked like

When booking a cruise, typically one of the most important considerations is deciding which cruise ship you want to sail on.

Each cruise line has a wide range of ships to choose from, each with their own unique amenities and features. For example, newer ships tend to feel like floating resorts with tons to do while older ships are smaller and offer a more traditional approach to cruising. Sailing on a brand-new ship is entirely different than cruising on a 20-year-old cruise ship.

Did you know that Norwegian Cruise Line has exclusive Studio Stateroom cabins designed for solo travelers? 

If you are someone looking at going on a solo adventure, and you’re considering a cruise for your next journey, Norwegian Cruise Line’s studio staterooms may be just the perfect option for you. 

When planning the perfect cruise vacation, one of the most important considerations is the itinerary. On a weeklong cruise, you can visit anywhere from three different ports to six! 

Once you place the deposit on your cruise fare, you can begin to talk to others about what kinds of activities they want to do while ashore. You will want to make sure that you budget for tours to make the most of your limited time in each place.