It is official! You have just booked your cruise vacation and now you are considering add-ons like excursions, Wi-Fi, specialty dining, and more! One of the most popular add-ons is alcoholic beverage packages, but you may not like the cost, as packages can range from $50 to over $100 per person, per day.

This price may seem intimidating. As such, it's common for cruisers to want to sneak alcohol on a cruise. More passengers are inclined to get crafty in their methods of sneaking alcohol onboard the ship, rather than paying for pricey packages.

If you are on the fence about going on a cruise because of having children, look no further! You can still have adult fun and make time for a massage! Royal Caribbean has a wide range of ships in its fleet, 28 to be exact. With the variety of features on each of their ships, Royal Caribbean certainly has a space for your child, regardless of age.

From being a young child who just enjoys playing and having fun, to the teenagers who just want to get away and be around others their age, there are designated areas for certain age groups.

Royal Caribbean has quietly banned personal speakers from its private island in the Bahamas. 

Passengers on Icon of the Seas' March 15 cruise from Miami, Florida, reported seeing a new tip on the Cruise Compass advising guests not to bring personal speakers ashore on Perfect Day at CocoCay. 

The notice reads, "Glass bottles and personal speakers are not permitted on the island." 

What is it really like to take a cheap, 4-day cruise with MSC Cruises?

Today, I’m sharing the story of Jackie and her husband Joe, who recently embarked on a 4-night MSC cruise. They wanted to escape Ohio's frigid winter, so when the couple came across a cheap, last-minute cruise fare, they didn't hesitate to book the sailing.

Don’t give up on a European vacation in 2025! 

Celebrity, Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, and Royal Caribbean are popular choices for guests wishing to explore the dreamy Greek Isles. 

Here’s our take on which Greece cruise you should book to fit your travel style in 2025.

An unidentified female cruise passenger died after a fatal jet ski accident at Carnival's private island, Half Moon Cay, in the Bahamas. 

According to Eye Witness News, an investigation is underway following the tragic accident that took place on March 22, 2025. 

Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest cruise ship, Norwegian Aqua, has officially set sail in Europe in a long-awaited debut. As the first vessel in Norwegian’s brand-new Prima Plus class, Norwegian Aqua incorporates modern luxury with bold innovation and boundary-pushing thrills.

Norwegian Aqua is a major evolution for the cruise line, featuring an enhanced design, cutting-edge amenities and one-of-a-kind onboard attractions. One of the ship’s standout features is the Aqua Slidecoaster, the world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide on a cruise ship.

It's no surprise that cruise lines have been making cuts over the past few years. Royal Caribbean, for example, no longer offers twice-daily housekeeping in standard cabins. 

Sometimes, supply chain issues might also mean a beloved favorite is unavailable or replaced. For instance, last year, reports were circling that Royal Caribbean and Celebrity were replacing the popular triangle hash browns! However, they're still available on certain ships. 

One passenger was recently charged after a cruise ship docked in Sydney, Australia, and over 20 pounds of cocaine was discovered in his stateroom. 

The 48-year-old Brazilian national hid the drugs in the ceiling cavity of his cabin, according to the Australian Federal Police (AFP). 

When the Australian Border Force (ABF) searched his stateroom, they found 28 individually wrapped packages of a substance that tested positive for cocaine.