Packing for a cruise should be exciting, not stressful. But before you zip up that suitcase, there are some surprising everyday items that could get confiscated at the security checkpoint or even prevent you from boarding altogether. We've analyzed the prohibited items lists from the five major cruise lines -…
If you thought MSC Cruises was done investing in the Bahamas, think again. Just days after announcing exciting new upgrades to Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, the cruise line has unveiled plans for a massive $450 million cruise complex in Freeport, Grand Bahama. And honestly? This is really good news for…
You know that feeling when rumors you've been hearing for years finally turn into reality? That's exactly what happened today. Royal Caribbean just made it official: the Discovery Class ships are actually happening, and they're going to change the game for cruise lovers who want to explore beyond the usual…
Having stepped onto the sands of Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve several dozen times, I’ve seen this island through every stage of its life. I was there when it first opened in 2019, and I’ve watched it mature from a former industrial site into a thriving marine sanctuary. Over the…
If you have spent any amount of time in cruise Facebook groups or roll calls, you have almost certainly seen someone organizing a slot pull. For years, slot pulls have been one of those unofficial cruise traditions that exist in a gray area between casino fun and an organized group…
We’ve all been there. You’re lying on a massage table, draped in a fluffy towel, your muscles finally turning to jelly after a long day of exploring a port or lounging by the pool. Enya is playing softly in the background, the scent of eucalyptus is in the air, and…
If you've looked at booking a cruise recently, you might have noticed something strange. The advertised fare, which is the price that pops up in your email or on the website banner, looks very reasonable. Despite high demand, ticket prices for many 2026 and beyond sailings have remained competitive. However,…
If you're near Port Canaveral this week, you may have to do a double-take. Towering over the terminal is a brand-new Disney ship that looks different from anything else in the fleet. It’s massive, it’s mysterious, and you can’t book a ticket for it. Meet the Disney Adventure. [caption id="attachment_74394"…
If you’ve ever been out on deck for sail-away, you know the whistle is coming. And yet, it still gets you every time. One second you’re casually leaning on the rail, watching the lines come off and pretending you’re not checking the app to see if your drink package has…
If you’ve ever sailed with Holland America Line and walked into your stateroom on the last night to find a blue-and-white tile waiting on your bed, you already know the feeling. This isn’t your average "thanks for spending money with us" freebie. It’s not a cheap logo keychain. It isn’t…
