Cruises

If there’s one thing cruise ships always want to avoid, it’s an onboard fire. And with good reason…if you’re hundreds of miles at sea and a fire breaks out, it’s …

Cruising has always had its fans. But ever since the pandemic waned, cruising has taken off like crazy (*cough* as have their prices, especially for luxury cruises *cough*). People are …

The Walt Disney Company is big on guest safety. If you go to the parks, you’ll see curbs marked with paint to prevent tripping, adequate lighting everywhere, signs that say …

When you go on a cruise and have done your homework beforehand, you know the cruise line will have a list a mile long with things you aren’t allowed to …

If you’ve read our blog with any regularity, you may know that Joe (hubby) and I are big fans of Virgin Voyages. The food is great, we enjoy the cheeky-but-sophisticated …

Give one point to the cruise industry, and take one away from the airlines. Whether you fly or take a cruise, there are lots and lots of taxes and fees …

Cruise ships are amazing things. They’re hotels, restaurants, bars, gyms, pools, shopping centers and entertainment complexes rolled into one – all while floating in the middle of the ocean. I …

Unless you’re in the position to do a last-minute cruise, like if you’re on Holland America’s new standby list, chances are you’ve planned your cruise months, if not years ahead …

There are all different types of lifestyles out there. Nomadic lifestyle. Sustainable lifestyle. Bohemian lifestyle. And, of course, the nudist lifestyle. Nudism, or sometimes called naturism, has been around for …

In September 2023, Virgin Voyages announced that the launch of its fourth “lady ship,” Brilliant Lady, would be delayed. Like when other sailings had to be put off,* Virgin Voyages …