Would you leave behind your family on an island if they were running late for your cruise ship’s departure? That’s what one teenager did - and now they’re asking the internet if they were in the wrong.

The last thing anyone wants to consider is falling ill while on a cruise. Unfortunately, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that 68 of the 2,264 passengers aboard Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Summit contracted norovirus on the May 24 voyage, in addition to five crew members. 

When it comes to cruising, Carnival Cruise Line has arguably some of the best food at sea. As one of the most popular cruise lines in the world, Carnival prides itself on offering a wide variety of complimentary, quick-casual eateries onboard.

Preparing for an upcoming cruise is an exciting part of the vacation planning process. Half of the fun is the anticipation of an upcoming cruise to look forward to. For me, the excitement amplifies when it’s time to start packing!

Though there are year-round sailings to Europe, the peak of the European cruise season falls in the late spring, summer, and early fall.

While on your cruise ship, the only acceptable form of payment for drinks, souvenirs in the shops, specialty restaurants, etc., is your cruise card. At the end of the sailing, your onboard account will be settled using the payment method you provided at check-in. 

Plus, with cruisers having the option to pre-pay their gratuities before sailing or automatically charge them to their onboard account, new sailors often wonder how much cash they should bring. 

With the popularity of solo cruising on the rise, there's no better time than the present to plan your first-ever solo adventure at sea. 

From flexibility to making new connections, traveling by yourself offers an unparalleled opportunity for personal growth and exploration. You can relax on white sand beaches in The Bahamas or learn about ancient European history in cities like Rome without coordinating with others. 

Though cruise lines such as Carnival, Celebrity, and Norwegian have started to implement colorful hull designs, the base of the ship, also known as the superstructure, remains white. Have you ever wondered why? 

According to an article published by Aronfeld Trial Lawyers, the color of cruise ships has to do with the temperature of the vessel. 

Traveling to and from your vacation destination is rarely the highlight of your trip. Between flight delays, traffic jams, and the overall hassle of travel, it is easy to feel drained before stepping onboard a cruise ship. 

Similarly, after non-stop fun onboard, from long days spent ashore to indulging in delicious three-course meals each evening and staying awake for lively entertainment, returning home can sometimes feel even more exhausting!