It is a very exciting day in the cruise industry with the introduction of Royal Caribbean’s newest ship - Icon of the Seas.

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) released statements and updates today, October 18, 2022 highlighting their progress towards net-zero carbon cruising, while also highlighting the need for development and deployment of sustainable marine fuels.

Celebrity Cruises celebrated this past weekend with the conclusion of its ship Celebrity Summit's first full season homeporting in the U.S. town of Boston, Massachusetts. The notable celebration was hosted by Celebrity Cruises President and Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo.

Feeling unwell is the last thing you want on a fun cruise vacation. Unfortunately, it can happen.

One such ailment to be prepared for is seasickness. Whether you have suffered from it before or are new to cruising, it is a good idea to know what two do if you feel sick.

There are a number of things you can do, even pre-cruise, to help minimize the symptoms of seasickness. We have some some easy tips and tricks to minimize the impact of motion sickness that only require a quick trip to the drugstore and a little planning. 

Have you ever wondered which cruise ship staterooms get booked up the quickest? Are you planning a cruise vacation and wondering how quickly you need to book your cabin?

There are all kinds of cabins you can book on a cruise ship, but not all of them are created equally.  Many long-time cruisers know there are a handful of categories that stand out and they tend to get booked up quickly.

Earlier this year, Disney Cruise Line unveiled their newest ship, the Disney Wish, with a maiden voyage in July 2022.

While the Disney Wish is the largest Disney ship in gross tonnage, (with 144,000 gross tons), it accommodates the same number of passengers as the Disney Dream and the Disney Fantasy (approximately 4,000 passengers, depending on stateroom occupancy).

Longtime cruisers have seen the cruise industry transition through many phases within the last few decades. As a lifelong cruise myself (at the ripe age of 27 years old), I’ve been on 34 cruises; even I feel like I have personally seen the cruise industry transform even in my lifetime. 

Margaritaville At Sea is one of the newest cruise lines to hit set sail within the industry. Those who are fans of the cultural music sensation Jimmy Buffett are sure to have heard of this latest addition to the brand, and are donning their flip flops already!

One of the best things about cruising is the great places you get to visit, but excursions can be pricey, some even costing hundreds of dollars for families. 

But there is good news for MSC cruisers visiting the cruise line's private island in the Bahamas. You can have an incredible day without spending any extra money. Not a penny