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When it comes to travel, the term “bucket list” can be synonymous with “budget-busting.” Sure, some bucket-list candidates, like safaris or around-the-world cruises, are so expensive that you might need multiple lifetimes to pay them off. But at Oyster, we know you can have an epic, life-changing trip without draining your bank account to the…
Looking for romance on the high seas? Like the hit television show “The Love Boat” would have you believe, cruising is prime for some loving. These days, the experience on and off the ship is considerably more contemporary than the classic series from the 1970s and 80s once depicted. Ships are generally much larger, offering…
Carnival Liberty/Oyster Cruising is popular for travelers of all ages, as it has a similar experience to an all-inclusive resort — dining, drinks, and entertainment are all generally included — with the added benefit of sailing around to visit different locations. Some sailing destinations and cruise ships are geared toward party-minded young adults, while others…
There’s no quicker way to spoil a cruise vacation than to be hit with a terrible a case of food poisoning. Of course, cruise lines take considerable measures to protect their passengers against any harm — gastrointestinal or otherwise — so the likelihood of getting ill is slim. Nonetheless, there are a number of things…
Mark your calendars: In an effort to grow maritime tourism in Dubai, Carnival is partnering with Meraas holding company to develop a new cruise terminal by October 2020. The new development, which will be in Dubai Harbour, is slated to have two cruise buildings that can accommodate three vessels and up to 13,200 passengers. Plans…
By virtue of size alone, you might not think to put Queen Mary 2, Cunard’s behemoth of a vessel, head to head with the intimate Viking Star. However, the target guest may very well consider both cruise ships for their luxurious qualities. Exactly which one is right for you, though, is a matter of debate.…
For a Europhile with vacation days, it can be hard to remember that there are actually seven continents. Our rally cry is “Europe or bust!” Thankfully, there’s enough on the continent to keep us exploring for a lifetime — and we’ve got the bucket list to prove it. If you’re constantly drawn across the Atlantic…
Tamarind on the Eurodam/Oyster When it comes to planning a cruise, looking at the ship’s dining options is as important (okay, almost as important) as deciding where you want to sail. Thanks to multiple onboard restaurants, there are more food choices than there are cruise ships, which can lead to information overload and lots of…
Viking Sun Ultimate World Cruise Map/Courtesy of Viking Viking Sun, a 465-stateroom vessel that accommodates 930 guests, is offering travelers the chance to check off more from their bucket list during one cruise than most people do in a lifetime. We’ll let the numbers speak for themselves: The epic odyssey is slated to circumnavigate the…
There’s no doubt cruise ships are family-friendly, with extensive facilities for kids all ages, from babies to teens. Kids’ clubs, specifically, have transformed from rooms tucked aside with hardly any amenities into well-designed venues with full-blown programming on par with the best adult features at sea. Below, we looked at the top kids’ clubs on…