There are a lot of “must-have” packing lists out there — and most are full of things people buy once and never use again. This list is different. These are items we pack on every cruise (and most trips) because they: If it’s on this list, it’s earned its place. Related Reading: Want Help Planning…
When we started cruising last year, we had no idea that hiding and finding rubber ducks was a thing. Like a lot of cruise traditions, we discovered it through cruise Facebook groups and by seeing people talk about it onboard. At first it sounded a little strange — grown adults hiding rubber ducks around a…
Important note: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Always do your own research and consult a financial professional before making investment decisions. Many cruisers don’t realize that owning stock in a cruise company can come with a travel perk: free onboard credit on your cruise….
Some travel traditions are planned. Others just sort of happen. On our cruises, one of the traditions that developed naturally is something simple that has become one of our favorite parts of each trip: Melanie makes themed cruise lanyards for every cruise we take. What started as a small sewing project has turned into a…
On a Norwegian Dawn sailing, the daily Freestyle Daily schedule is the best way to see everything happening onboard—from activities and entertainment to dining hours and venue schedules. During our 4-day Bahamas cruise from Tampa to Great Stirrup Cay, we saved each day’s schedule and reviewed them after the trip to get a clearer picture…
When we booked this four-night Bahamas cruise on the Norwegian Dawn, we were genuinely curious how we’d feel about the ship. In the last year, we had cruised twice on Norwegian Bliss and once on Norwegian Escape — both larger ships with a more modern feel, bigger venues, and more “wow” spaces. The Dawn is…
When you see whale watching online, it looks unreal. Perfect timing.Massive whales.Once-in-a-lifetime moments captured effortlessly. So going into our first dedicated whale watching tour during our Alaska cruise, we actually kept our expectations pretty low. And that turned out to be the best mindset possible — because reality absolutely blew us away. Watch the Video…
Why You Should Always Have a Passport — Even on Closed-Loop Cruises Many travelers assume passports are only required for international flights. Others believe they can skip one entirely if they’re taking a closed-loop cruise that starts and ends in the U.S. Technically, that can sometimes be true. But practically? It’s one of the easiest…
