How to use your phone, text or wifi on a cruise without spending a small fortune. Stay connected to family and friends on and off the ship! Plan ahead with this handy guide (Updated for 2024). When you’re traveling on land, particularly if you remain in your home country, you probably don’t give more than …
Cruisers often ask, “Are drink packages worth it on a cruise?” If by “worth it” you mean on a financial cost-benefit analysis, then proceed with caution. There are certain scenarios where buying a cruise drink package will not be beneficial to your bottom line (but you may find other non-financial benefits to enjoy). Keep reading …
Just about everyone wants to pack lighter for a cruise if they can. And, one simple strategy for streamlining your family’s cruise is to plan on getting some laundry done while you’re away. That way you can start off by packing far fewer clothes. Laundry may be one of the last things that you want …
Embarking on a cruise doesn’t have to break the bank, especially if you’re armed with smart, frugal travel tips. One key budget-friendly feature to be aware of is the Pullman bed, a unique accommodation option found on many cruise ships. Designed for space efficiency and cost-effectiveness, Pullman beds are ingeniously integrated into cabin walls or …
Cruises promise families a world of fun and adventure, from buffet extravaganzas to exotic shore excursions. But amidst the magic, there’s a logistical marvel often unnoticed: the management of waste on the high seas. Specifically, how do cruise ships get rid of human waste? Let’s venture beyond the buffet to explore the systems in place …
In the past, many cruise lines permitted you to bring as much bottled water on board as you required. However, many cruise lines have placed restrictions on bringing water on board today. So when can you bring bottled water on a cruise? As in prior years, we found during our research for 2023 that policies …