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I recently returned from a 7-night sailing aboard the Norwegian Jade, one of the oldest ships in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet on a unique itinerary that took us roundtrip from Boston, Massachusetts, to several breathtaking stops throughout Atlantic Canada. 

When people think about cruise ship drink packages, they typically envision morning mimosas, afternoon cocktails by the pool, and fine wine during dinner. Of course, this luxury on a cruise comes at a price, usually at least $60 per day—if not more. 

Justin Nelson and his wife recently went on a 7-night Oceania cruise, and he shared his experience with us in this guest post. 

My wife and I are seasoned cruisers. Having traveled by ship for over a decade, we have been given the opportunity to see the world. It has also caused us to expand our horizons when it comes to new cruising adventures. It’s like collecting trading cards, once you get a few of the same cards (or ports) in your collection, your desire to diversify grows.

Congrautions on deciding to take a cruise! Regardless of whether your journey takes you to The Bahamas, Europe, Alaska, or beyond, you're sure to enjoy life at sea.

Before getting onboard (literally), you must select which cruise line best suits your needs and preferences. There are over 50 ocean and river cruise lines to choose from, each offering their own unique experiences. No two are like, either.

Famous TikTok couple, Matt and Abby Howard, are responding to being called “negligent” and “irresponsible” parents online after choosing to leave their children presumably unattended in a cruise cabin.

Have you ever wondered what happens to a cruise ship when it's taken out of service? 

On average, a well-built cruise ship lasts around 30-40 years. However, large cruise lines often sell off older ships to smaller corporations when they're ready for them to be retired from their fleet—sometimes before the 30-year mark. 

The Norwegian Jade, built in 2006, is among Norwegian Cruise Line’s older vessels. With nearly two decades under its belt, the ship recently underwent a refurbishment in 2022, modernizing much of the vessel for future sailings. But what about the staterooms? How do they measure up after all these years?

I embarked on a 7-night voyage aboard Norwegian Jade and stayed in the most affordable option onboard—a standard inside stateroom. Here's an in-depth look at the experience and what you can expect from the cheapest cabin on one of Norwegian’s veteran ships.

Once you have selected the perfect cruise itinerary and ship, you will have to decide what cabin category you would like to book. There are four standard ones: interior, ocean view, balcony, and suite. 

Oftentimes, future cruisers know exactly what cabin they want. Other times, it is not that simple. Balcony cabins can sometimes cost thousands of dollars more per person than interior staterooms, and you have to decide if it's worth the splurge or not.