Advice & Tips

Once you have successfully made it through the check-in process and have boarded the ship, you will probably want to make your way to your cabin to get settled. Unless you have a later check-in time, you will have to wait, as cabins do not open up to guests until sometime in the afternoon. 

Go ahead and grab some lunch and start to familiarize yourself with the ship! If you have children who want to participate in the youth programming, this is also a great time to get them registered. 

Whenever you go on any vacation, you will want to be prepared with some supplies and medication to treat unexpected minor injuries and illnesses. 

A do it yourself (DIY) first aid kit is a great way to make sure that you are ready for your cruise! Plus, you can customize it to your liking (i.e., do you have a certain brand of pain reliever that you like or band-aid shape?) and may even have some medication left over for future use. 

For a lot of people, the most worrisome part about going on a cruise is the thought of getting seasick, and it is a valid concern! Why would you want to feel ill during your vacation? 

The good news is that there are ways you can prevent yourself from feeling seasick during your cruise, and it is actually not as common as you may think! 

Even if you are not prone to feeling motion sickness, it is smart to think ahead, as you never know when you will encounter unfavorable sea conditions. 

Planning any cruise is exciting! From booking fun shore excursions to browsing onboard activities and cruise add-ons, there is so much that goes into making sure you have the perfect vacation. 

If you are brand-new to cruising, you might bypass some fun traditions, one of which being cruise door decorations. 

If you have ever been on a cruise before, you will know that the experience is unlike any other! There is nothing quite like having everything you need (and more) in the same place! 

From seemingly endless dining options to thrilling onboard activities, unique shows, and visiting different ports of call, there is a reason why cruising remains a popular vacation choice for families and friends alike. 

If you are new to cruising, you may be wondering how to make the most of your time onboard and appear as though you are a seasoned pro. 

It is always sad when a great vacation comes to an end. You are faced with the reality of returning to your everyday life. You are sure to experience some post-cruise blues while sitting at your office or in school! 

While nobody wants to think about a cruise coming to an end, knowing how to prepare for disembarkation will make the process seem less intimidating. 

Here are our best 22 cruise ship disembarkation day mistakes to avoid. 

Located in the Atlantic Ocean north of the Caribbean and to the east Florida, you will find the Bahamas, an archipelago compromised of just about 700 different islands!

Once you have decided on the best cruise line, ship, and itinerary for your upcoming vacation, you can begin to think about shore excursions!

Shore excursions are meant to enhance your time in each port of call. With only about eight hours in each place, it is impossible to see and do everything. 

Like with planning any vacation, you will benefit from learning a few things about cruises prior to booking one.