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Things You Should Know Before Going on a Cruise

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Things You Should Know Before Going on a CruiseA cruise can be a great way to spend a honeymoon, a holiday or to simply enjoy a vacation with your family. The mix of leisure time and extravagant planned activities – both at port and at sea – can often make it seem like the most full-service vacation imaginable. And truth be told, it is – for the most part.

But accidents, injuries, and illnesses don’t stop when you hit the open water. The best way to prevent an incident from becoming a full-blown disaster is by being prepared. When it comes to having a safe, fun and (happily) …

9 Apps You Should Download Before Your Next Cruise

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9 Apps You Should Download Before Your Next Cruise

When presented with dazzling sights, spectacular landscapes, and an opportunity to escape from office emails and spend time with your loved ones, the last thing you want to do is bury your face in your smartphone for the duration of your cruise vacation.

However, when used sparingly, your smartphone can actually become a tool that can enhance your cruise. Today, there are many different apps you can download to help you plan, learn, and navigate your way through your cruise experience. Major lines like Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, and Disney offer their own smartphone apps that can guide you …

6 Off-the-Beaten-Path Cruise Destinations

6 Off-the-Beaten-Path Cruise Destinations


The Caribbean, Hawaii, and the Bahamas may be among the most popular cruise destinations, but they are by no means the only ones.

If you are considering booking a cruise vacation to a destination that’s a bit more off the beaten track, consider these six uncommon and exciting cruise destinations.

Halong Bay. According to ancient legend, the 2000 limestone islands of Halong Bay were created by a giant dragon. The beauty of Halong Bay is breathtaking, and the destination was designated a World Heritage site in 1994. Take a cruise from a company such as Cruise Halong to …

Cruises for Singles: 9 Tips for Cruising on Your Own



Long, leisurely afternoons spent lounging by the pool. Evenings mingling with other singles over cocktails. Nights luxuriating in a cushy bed, in a spacious room all to yourself.

For many adventurous singles, the idea of cruising solo might sound like a wonderful way to vacation. And indeed, there are many advantages for singles who choose to travel via cruise ship, where special events may facilitate mingling and a diverse array of activities ensure they never grow bored.

Still, sailing solo does come with its share of challenges and complications. Below, we’ve included nine essential tips to ensuring your vacation is …

Cruise Lines Ban Handshakes to Combat Spread of Diseases


Cruise Lines Ban Handshakes to Combat Spread of Diseases

“While the captain is pleased to meet you, he and the other staff receiving you refrain from shaking hands in order to provide the most effective preventative sanitary measure.”

This is the notice that greeted passengers aboard Crystal Serenity on a recent cruise with Crystal Cruises, according to passenger and journalist Charles Moore.

Crystal Cruises is one of many cruise lines that have recently adopted a policy banning passengers from shaking hands with the captain and the other staff members on ships. Other lines that discourage handshaking among staff members and passengers include UK-based Fred Olsen Cruise Lines and …