Most of us know of the devastating lack of lifeboats onboard the Titanic and the resulting huge loss of lives. But did you know that the Titanic had enough life jackets to go around for all the passengers and crew? So why did so many individuals perish? Turns out that the frigidly cold waters were …
Many big life events can happen between the date you book a cruise and when you step on the ship to set sail. One of those happy events can be a pregnancy. If you discover you’re pregnant after you booked your reservation, or perhaps you just like to plan ahead, you’ll likely wonder “can you …
Particularly if you’re linking up with a cruise, a missed connection can be a stressful and frustrating experience, disrupting travel plans and, at the very least, causing inconvenience. Knowing how to handle the situation when you have missed your connecting flight is essential, whether due to delays, cancellations, or other unforeseen circumstances. Not all airlines …
If you happen to run across rubber ducks on cruise ships, it’s not quite as random as it looks. This is part of a modern-day tradition that is designed to spread joy and cheer throughout the cruising world. Here’s what to know if you find one! The History Of Cruising Ducks Cruising ducks is the …
Are you considering buying a pair of binoculars for upcoming travels but are concerned that you don’t quite know what you’re doing? Wondering what the numbers on binoculars mean or what specifications even matter? If so, you’re not alone. Sometimes binoculars can seem like a complicated piece of equipment, with a bunch of numbers and …
With thousands of passengers and crew members confined to a ship in the middle of the ocean, one must wonder how do cruise ships get fresh water to use on a continuing basis? After all, it takes a substantial amount of water to keep everything running properly. Fresh water is used for drinking, food preparation, …