Author: Laura Simmons
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Key February Cruise Drydocks
Cruise drydocking is when a cruise ship is taken out of the water and placed in a special shipyard for maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. This happens every few years to check for underwater damage, repaint the hull, update onboard features, and ensure the ship meets safety regulations. It’s like a big check-up and renovation for…
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Windstar Announces New Specialty Restaurant
Windstar Cruises Introduces Basil + Bamboo: A Fusion of Mediterranean and Asian Cuisines Windstar Cruises is elevating its culinary offerings with the introduction of Basil + Bamboo, a new dining experience that blends Mediterranean and Asian cuisines. This innovative concept will make its debut aboard the Star Breeze this month before expanding across the fleet…
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Tip or Skip? Cruise Gratuities and Your Rights Explained
Cruise lines keep hiking gratuities, but who really benefits? Some say auto-tips ensure fair pay for hardworking staff, while others argue they’re just another sneaky fee. Should you let cruise lines decide where your money goes, or take tipping into your own hands? Before you sail, let’s break down what’s fair, what’s not, and how…
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Passenger in Wheelchair Reports Appaling Encounter With Fellow Cruiser
A Cruise Nightmare: Disability Discrimination at Sea Embarkation day was supposed to be the exciting start of a Mediterranean adventure for Wendi Fletcher, but it quickly turned into a startling experience. Hailing from Manchester, England, Wendi, 54, boarded the ship with her husband, Tony. Diagnosed with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS) in 2019, Wendi’s life involves…
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Margaritaville at Sea Gratuity Hike
Margaritaville at Sea Updates Gratuity Rates Margaritaville at Sea has recently adjusted its gratuity rates. For standard rooms, the new rate is $20 per person, per night, while suite guests will pay $24 per night. This represents a $2 increase from previous rates of $18 and $22 respectively, marking an 11% rise for standard staterooms…
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Celebrity Cruises Unveils The Bazaar
Celebrity Cruises Introduces The Bazaar: A Dynamic Cultural Hub at Sea Celebrity Cruises is revolutionizing the cruise experience with The Bazaar, a unique three-story space debuting on their new ship, the Celebrity Xcel. This innovative concept transforms daily, offering guests an immersive mix of local flavor and entertainment that captures the essence of each port…
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Stunning Ballerina Performance on Cruise Ship in Antarctica
Ballerina Dances on Antarctic Cruise Ship Imagine a ballerina performing on the bow of a cruise ship in Antarctica. French dancer Victoria Dauberville did just that, turning the deck of Ponant’s Le Boréal into her stage, with photographer husband Mathieu Forget capturing the moment. Surrounded by glaciers and floating ice, Dauberville executed her routine in…
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Types of Cruise Ships
Am I a “contemporary cruise” kind of person? Do I need “ultra-luxury” or just “ultra-premium” (whatever that means)? And why does “expedition” sound both thrilling and slightly terrifying? Take a deep breath. We’ve got you. This guide is your friendly compass through the sea of cruise ship categories. Whether you’re looking for a floating city…
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2025: Cruise-Specific Insurance And How To Choose Comfortably
Standard travel insurance often doesn’t cut it for cruise travelers. This guide breaks down exactly what you need to know to protect yourself and your trip. Gaps in Standard Travel Insurance (And Why You Need Cruise-Specific Coverage) Cruise travel insurance is essential for protecting your vacation plans in 2025. Standard travel insurance often falls short…
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Most Dangerous Waters To Cruise
Notorious Rough Seas When planning your next cruise, it’s important to be aware of seas known for their challenging conditions. The Drake Passage and the Bay of Biscay are two regions that warrant closer examination. The Drake Passage: Located between Cape Horn and the South Shetland Islands of Antarctica, the Drake Passage is known for…
