Are you planning for an all-inclusive vacation but have no idea what cruise ship line to book? Or maybe you have a few options in mind but not enough information to help you make the right buying decision? You’ve come to the right place. A vacation at sea should be the most memorable expedition you …
Optimized by model tank tests and computer calculations, Celebrity Solstice can accommodate up to 2,850 passengers in 1,425 cabins. About 90 percent of these cabins are outside cabins designed with balconies. However, due to unavoidable noise from various venues and activities aboard the ship, you may want to be mindful when choosing your cabin. In …
Cruise lines have a set of rules regarding things you can bring on their ships. Some of these rules are enforced by all cruise lines while a few are only enforced by specific companies. In addition to these regulations, you also have to observe the rules of the country your cruise ship is registered in, …
Given its importance, it is no wonder that sailing to and through the Panama Canal is one of the most popular cruise attractions. But, what are the benefits and challenges of visiting this region? In this article, we’re going to look at the Panama Canal cruise pros and cons. Panama Canal Cruise Pros and Cons …
Cruising is one of the most exciting ways to kick off a vacation. There are plenty of activities to keep you entertained throughout your cruise, both onboard and off the ship, as well as friendly crew and passengers to ensure you never get bored. If you are planning to travel with your family, however, you …
Spending a day at sea is, for the most part, a fun and exciting adventure. In addition to providing spectacular ocean views, a yacht day trip gives you the opportunity to explore stunning destinations on shore, enjoy delicious locally-inspired cuisine, and just soak in the sun at the beach as you await your return voyage. …
Falling off a cruise ship is extremely rare, but it happens once in a looong while. Back in August 2018, for instance, British air hostess Kay Longstaff barely survived 10 hours in the Adriatic after plunging from Norwegian Star. Falling overboard from a ship is considered a life-threatening situation, and the term “man overboard” is …
Closed loop cruises offer numerous opportunities to explore the many wonders of the ocean, as you pass by jaw dropping tourist attractions en-route to your destination. The beauty of these cruises is that many of the ports of call along the way do not require a passport, so you don’t have to stress if yours …
On 13 November, 2002, the structurally deficient Prestige tanker split up and sank off northern Spain, causing thousands of gallons of crude oil to wash up on European beaches with devastating consequences on countless fish, birds, and mammals. Dreadful enough on its own, but a more insidious threat quietly sails our waters in plain sight …
Every country’s government issues passports to its citizens for verifying their nationality and identity during international travel. So you need a passport when traveling abroad for safe passage and protection in the foreign land. You typically present the passport at the airport if flying, or at the border if traveling by car. But what about …
