Florida is the undisputed gateway to the Bahamas and the Caribbean. On any given day, ships are sailing from six homeports: Port Canaveral (Orlando), Port Tampa Bay (Tampa), Port of Palm Beach (West Palm Beach), Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale), PortMiami (Miami), and JAXPORT (Jacksonville). Five of these — Miami, Fort…

Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas is heading into drydock, and when she returns, she’s coming back even bigger. That’s right, one of the world’s largest cruise ships is about to squeeze in even more staterooms, along with a few new surprises. So how do you add more rooms to…

Cruising has a way of turning otherwise normal people into full-on MacGyvers. You’d think a week at sea was the same as prepping for a year in the wilderness with how some folks pack. Don’t believe me? Hang around in any cruise Facebook group and you’ll see the same questions…

After years of sailing from Miami, MSC Seascape is preparing for a new home in Galveston, Texas. Beginning November 9, 2025, the ship will launch a schedule of 7-night Western Caribbean itineraries every Sunday, bringing together MSC Cruises’ signature European flair with a Texan influence. This redeployment marks a significant…

When Carnival Cruise Line first announced in June that its long-running VIFP Club would be sunset in 2026 and replaced with the new Carnival Rewards program, it wasn’t exactly smooth sailing. The concept was clear: Carnival wanted a program that looked more like other travel loyalty systems, one that rewarded…

Disney Cruise Line has always prided itself on creating floating storybooks where magic, imagination, and memories come to life. Over the years, each ship in the fleet has brought something new to the table—from the classic Disney Magic and Disney Wonder to the newer and larger Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy,…

When Virgin Voyages was first announced back in 2014, it came with all the cheekiness you’d expect from Richard Branson’s Virgin brand. This wasn’t going to be your parents’ cruise line—or your kids’, for that matter. The company promised an adults-only experience with a heavy dose of rock-and-roll attitude. After…

Packing for a cruise is exciting—you’re tossing in swimsuits, sunscreen, and maybe a formal outfit for lobster night. But if you’re not careful, you might accidentally pack something that lands you on the cruise line’s “naughty list.” Every major cruise line has a list of prohibited items, and if you…

If you’ve ever sailed with Carnival Cruise Line, chances are you’ve indulged in what might just be their most famous dessert — the Warm Chocolate Melting Cake. This rich, gooey chocolate creation has been a staple on Carnival’s main dining room menu for years, and it’s earned a reputation as…

Cunard Line is one of the most iconic names in cruising, with a history that stretches back over 180 years. Known for its timeless traditions, British elegance, and legendary ships such as Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria, and the newest Queen Anne, Cunard attracts travelers who want a…