Given the number of people on board and the abundant presence of alcohol, it should be no surprise that sometimes bad behavior takes place on cruise ships. Crime is not common or rampant on cruise ships (when compared to crime on land), but it does happen. So what happens to those bad actors when you’re …
If all goes well, a ship cruise can be one of the most rewarding and exciting vacations of your life. With unlimited food, a wide range of entertainment and recreational options, and hundreds of potential new friends to be made, you are almost guaranteed to have a great time onboard a cruise ship. Of course, …
The Titanic disaster was more than 100 years ago, and it remains a vivid, cautionary tale. Have we truly learned from the mistakes of the past? Today, are there enough lifeboats on cruise ships sufficient to save every single person on the ship? With the combined numbers of passengers and crew, the capacity of today’s …
Given all of the safety precautions in place, it’s hard to imagine that someone could fall overboard while on a giant cruise ship. Yet, it happens. Surprisingly, dozens of people fall overboard each year (not counting the pandemic-year suspension). So, exactly how does someone fall off a cruise ship? Let’s explore the ways. A voyage …
When packing for a family trip to the beach, you should absolutely pack some water shoes! A good pair of water shoes can keep your kids’ feet safe in all kinds of settings — sandy beaches, rocky beaches, poolside, or concrete water play area. Keep reading below for our guide to the best water shoes …
When packing for a Caribbean cruise with kids, or some other beach destination, there are a handful of items that you want to make absolutely sure make into your suitcase. This is not a comprehensive family cruise packing list for a Caribbean cruise. Rather, this is a “please, don’t forget this” list. These are items that …