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Carnival Horizon/Oyster So, you want to take a cruise, but are having a tough time narrowing down the options. Let us help. Today in the boxing ring are Carnival Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line with their latest vessels — the Carnival Horizon and the Norwegian Bliss. We put the two ships head to head…
Tipping is a topic that appears on forums for travelers of all types. Who should you tip and under what circumstances? What is considered exceptional service? How much should you tip and when? These are all valid queries. When it comes to cruise travel, there are some very defined and specific tipping practices worth keeping…
An Alaskan cruise appears on many a bucket list, as it offers an easy way to cover the state’s vast landscape. Plus, many of Alaska’s most striking attractions are water-centric, including massive glaciers and breaching humpback whales. While Alaska’s Inside Passage is gorgeous from a ship, you’ll want to take advantage of the ports in…
Pool and Whirlpools on Riviera/Oyster Once you’ve decided where to cruise, it’s time to pick which ship will take you there. If you’re in the market for a mainstream vacation, deciding between, say, Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean International can be easy, thanks to the abundance of amenities available on each. Differentiating those in…
America’s 49th state, Alaska is pure poetic wilderness. It’s here you’ll find the highest mountain in North America, the largest glacier, and (arguably) the most dazzling wildlife. And you don’t have to be a Lewis and Clark-level explorer to cross Alaska off your bucket list. Cruising makes this vast landscape easy — and affordable —…
Parekh Cards/Flickr Getting married on a cruise ship is the ultimate destination wedding. It’s an affordable, efficient, and fun way to combine your nuptials with a honeymoon for you and a vacation for your guests. Whether you want to elope at sea during sunset, bring your entire family to watch you exchange vows on a…
Even if nude cruising doesn’t sound like your thing, you have to admit — sitting on your stateroom balcony in the buff, on the open sea, sounds pretty freeing. And isn’t that the point of vacation? Total freedom from the mundanities of everyday life, like paying bills, tackling chores, and — ahem — getting dressed.…
When it comes to cruising, the Caribbean is king. But since every major cruise line is sailing these tropical waters, how can you choose a ship? Don’t worry. We’ve done the vetting for you. The 12 ships featured below stand out among the competition, providing the very best environments for warm-weather, good-time getaways. These ships…
Terrace Pool on Ruby Princess/Oyster A popular way to see Alaska is by cruise, as it gives travelers an up-close view of its stellar coastline and glaciers. Plus, it makes covering the huge state far easier and quicker. While Alaskan sailings have similar protocols and must-take items as other cruises (think sunscreen, luggage tags, and…
Copenhagen’s Nyhavn/Oyster Charming city centers with cobblestone streets, majestic fjords wrapping the coastline, and fresh salmon for days — there’s so much to love about Scandinavia. However, there’s one thing that’s not so lovable: It’s wildly expensive. Even for locals, Scandinavia’s food, accommodations, transportation, and events are pricey. On a recent trip, we saw a…