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…
Carnival Cruise Line has slipped a new item onto its menus: a Wagyu Cheeseburger. And not just any burger—a 14oz beast in the main dining room, Cucina del Capitano, and Chibang, or a 16oz version if you order it at the line’s signature steakhouse, Fahrenheit 555. Whether this burger will…
Carnival Cruise Line just surprised me with something new ahead of my next sailing—a personalized AI video featuring their virtual “Ambassador to Fun,” Jessie. Along with the usual barrage of pre-cruise email reminders, Carnival texted me a custom link that with a mini cruise orientation session made just for me.…
If you spend even five minutes scrolling through cruise-related social media, it’s almost guaranteed: you’ll stumble across a video of a fight breaking out on a Carnival cruise ship. It’s become such a regular occurrence that people are beginning to associate the brand not with fun in the sun, but…
If there’s one phrase that strikes fear into the heart of any cruiser, it’s this: “Pier runners.” You’ve probably seen the viral videos of people sprinting down the pier, bags flopping, waving desperately as their floating home slowly pulls away. Sometimes they make it. Sometimes… not so much. So, what…
Royal Caribbean’s recent acquisition of the Costa Maya cruise port and adjacent land to build their exclusive "Perfect Day Mexico" destination have sent ripples throughout the cruise industry. While Royal Caribbean's bold move has been well-publicized, a detailed look at future cruise itineraries reveals how the world's biggest cruise lines are…
Holland America Line has a long and impressive history, going back to 1873, when it began as a shipping and passenger line operating between the Netherlands and the Americas. Originally known as the Nederlandsch-Amerikaansche Stoomvaart Maatschappij, with a name as long as that, it became referred to as Holland America…
If your MSC cruise itinerary includes a stop at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, get ready for a totally different vibe than what you’ll find at Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay or Norwegian’s Great Stirrup Cay. This isn’t a water park with pools and slides or a place you'll…
