If you’ve been paying attention to Royal Caribbean’s latest ship reveals and drydock updates, you might have noticed a recurring theme: the casinos are getting a lot bigger, and some fan-favorite lounges are quietly disappearing. When the newest Icon-class ship, Legend of the Seas, debuts she will have a two-story…
Margaritaville at Sea has announced its most ambitious deployment yet for one of the oldest cruise ships still sailing - Margaritaville at Sea Paradise. In 2027, there will be even more destinations and sailing options for the ship which cruises from the Port of Palm Beach in Riveria Beach, FL.…
There's been some headlines lately suggesting that Royal Caribbean's Perfect Day Mexico project is in, what we can (or can't) call "trouble." Construction is stopped. Environmental injunctions issued. Regulatory delays. So as many who are "Loyal to Royal" are waiting to book a cruise to be one of the first…
If you blinked, you might have missed one of the biggest corporate shake-ups in the cruise industry in years. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) — the parent company of Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania, and Regent — abruptly replaced CEO Harry Sommer with John Chidsey, effective immediately. And before Chidsey had…
Day 4 brings us to what I’ve been waiting for, arriving in Progreso, Mexico, and a trip to Chichén-Itzá. We have a fairly long day in port, as we were cleared to go ashore at 10:30, with all aboard scheduled for 7 p.m. This would normally be more than enough…
Look, I get it. You're scrolling through cruise deals in January, see an amazing price for mid-March, and think "score!" Then reality hits about two weeks before departure when you realize you've just booked yourself onto what's essentially a floating frat party. Or maybe you're a college student actively seeking…
The future of the Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings fleet just got even bigger. In a major announcement today, the parent company confirmed it has added three additional ships to its construction pipeline, ensuring steady growth across all three of its brands well into the next decade. With this latest agreement,…
If you’re heading out on a Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) vacation, you’re likely looking forward to the Freestyle style of cruising they pioneered - no rigid schedules, no forced formal nights, and definitely no tuxedos required. But as of February 2026, NCL has adjusted its dress code. While relaxed is…
One of the most common questions first-time cruisers ask is whether they need a passport to sail. The answer depends on several factors, including your itinerary, citizenship, and whether your cruise starts and ends at the same U.S. port. While a passport isn't always legally required for certain cruises, having…
That "steal" of a cruise deal might actually be a budget trap in disguise. While low fares are tempting, booking based solely on the sticker price often means sacrificing sleep, comfort, and your overall vacation experience. This guide breaks down the hidden compromises of budget cruising so you can find…
