A question I often see in Royal Caribbean Facebook groups is, How much is a beverage package? I mentioned in my last article, The Ultimate Guide to Royal Caribbean Beverage Packages, that within the Royal Caribbean app you can view pricing for beverage packages in addition to excursions, dining, and more…

What's a cruise without a lazy day at the lido deck pool, soaking up the sun and sipping on a refreshing cocktail?  Whether it's a Rum Runner, a cold can of Bud, or a refreshing bottle of San Pellegrino, unless you're on a luxury line where drinks are included in…

Margaritaville at Sea has just upped the ante with their revamped Players Club Casino Loyalty Program which rolled out in May 2025. Whether you’re a slot machine newbie or a blackjack pro, this program is designed to make your time at sea more rewarding—and a whole lot more fun. Let’s…

Let’s be honest—debarkation day is kind of a bummer. Your vacation is over, you’re trying to remember where you put your passport, and everyone around you just wants to get home as quickly as possible. But Carnival is making the end of your cruise a little smoother with a feature…

If you’ve been poking around cruise line websites or chatting with seasoned cruisers, you might’ve stumbled across the term “repositioning cruise.” It sounds intriguing, maybe even a little mysterious, right? What exactly is it, and is it something you should add to your cruise list? Let’s dive in, unpack what…

Cruising is a fantastic way for families to bond, explore new destinations, and enjoy a variety of onboard activities. However, with ships as large as floating cities—some, like Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, spanning over 1,198 feet—staying connected with your travel companions can be a challenge. For many families,…

Ready for a vacation but can’t spare a whole week away from work or family commitments?  You're not alone and cruise lines know it which is why they're betting big on short cruises—those 3- to 5-night getaways that deliver all the fun of a cruise in a compact, wallet-friendly package.…

If you’re eyeing a Royal Caribbean cruise, you’ve probably heard about Labadee, their private destination in Haiti. It’s a bucket-list stop, but recent cancellations due to safety concerns have some folks upset and wondering what’s going on.  Those dreams of stepping off the ship onto a beach with crystal-clear water…

When I stepped aboard the MSC World America for its inaugural sailing on April 12, 2025, I knew I was in for a treat. There was plenty of buzz around the ship’s food and beverage options, but one restaurant stood out above the rest: Eataly. Billed as the “first Eataly…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has long played a critical role in ensuring the health and safety of passengers and crew aboard cruise ships through its Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP). The VSP conducts unannounced inspections to evaluate cruise ships’ compliance with public health standards, focusing on areas…