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I stayed in a 177-square-foot room on a Virgin Voyages cruise that starts at $1,734 for almost a week. For a tiny space, it was big on luxury

I recently took my first cruise onboard Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady and stayed in the cheapest cabin available. Scarlet Lady is Virgin Voyages' first ship that debuted in 2020, and there are a total of 1,408 passenger cabins onboard this realtively new cruise ship. 

Norwegian Cruise Line suites: What's included & is it worth it?

Norwegian Cruise Line suites are unlike standard hotel suites in that they tend to come with quite a few perks that are meant to help elevate your cruising experience. Not only are these cabins more spacious than your standard staterooms, but the upgraded amenities and additional space help to make your cruise more luxurious.  

Depending on what ship you are sailing on, you can expect suites to come in a few different sizes and layouts. If you want the best of the best, you'll want to narrow your search to the cruise line's newest ships. 

Things that can get you instantly kicked off a cruise ship

No matter where you go, you’ll have to adhere to some kind of rules, whether they’re explicit or implied. There are some things that you shouldn’t do on your upcoming cruise, as they could result in the early termination of your vacation!

Cruise lines take the safety of all passengers and crew very seriously, which is why they have a code of conduct that lays out how guests should conduct themselves.

Hurricane Lee disrupts major cruise line itineraries. Here are the major changes so far

As Hurricane Lee continues to strengthen, cruise lines are forced to adjust their plans. In some cases, they have already modified entire itineraries!  

On the morning of September 8, Hurricane Lee reached Category 5 strength, which is the highest category on the Saffir–Simpson scale. The day before, it was a Category 1. A few hours after reaching Category 5 status, the storm did weaken back into a Category 4. As of the morning of September 11, the storm is now a Category 3. 

Cruise week report: Details about the brand-new Disney Treasure, the TikTok hack that could get you into a lot of trouble, the best time to book a cruise, and more!

We share lots of cruise updates and advice here, and this is a weekly roundup of everything you may have missed from this week.

15 Photos Show Why Booking a MSC Cruise Is Worth It

Every cruise line has their haters and fans. Carnival, for instance, is often referred to as the “Walmart” of the seas by those who prefer to sail on lines like Royal Caribbean or Norwegian. 

While not a brand-new cruise line MSC Cruises has started to gain a following in North America, as they have begun to deploy some of their newest ships to sail from Florida and New York. 

When is the best time to book a cruise?

The best time to book a cruise is once you have decided on the perfect cruise line, ship, and itinerary. You should never book anything until you have done all of the necessary research. 

Just because, for instance, you found a great deal on a Carnival cruise does not mean that it is the right fit for you. Maybe it is on an older ship with fewer amenities, or perhaps it visits ports of call that do not interest you. 

Disney Treasure: Everything we know so far about Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship

If you are a fan of Disney Cruise Line it is likely that you have heard rumors and small hints about the newest ship to the fleet, the Disney Treasure. 

Up until recently the only thing known about the Disney Treasure was some of its design features and a rumored release date of 2024. 

How Many Cruise Ships Have Sunk?

Today's cruise ships are built to withstand intense weather conditions. Plus, cruise lines actively monitor the weather to avoid storms if possible. That being said, you have probably wondered how many cruise ships have sunk at one point or another. 

Angry dad slams Norwegian Cruise Line 'robbery' for extra-charge items

One angry dad is taking to TikTok to share his recent experience onboard Norwegian Bliss while taking a dream cruise to Alaska with his wife and two children. 

The TikTok user, Moonie, criticized Norwegian Cruse Line for charging hundreds of dollars for extra onboard their cruise ships, such as internet access and Starbucks coffee, even for suite guests. He claims these onboard extras are a total scam for the prices being charged.

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