Welcome To Cruise Trail
If you are looking for help, ideas, and tips to plan and book a fantastic cruise vacation, CruiseTrail is for you.
We are here to share everything we have learned from more than two decades in the fast-paced and constantly changing cruise and travel industry.
We offer sound advice, thoughtful insights, great tips, and cruise and travel inspiration to readers, families, and travelers like you.
Start with one of our most popular articles listed below, or check us out by reading our latest cruise travel articles.
Our hope is to inspire you to find the cruise vacation that suits you best and gives you the most value for your hard-earned money.
Our most popular articles
Cruise from Venice – the essential guide
Quite possibly the most romantic city in Europe. With triumphant architecture sitting on winding waterways,…
Barcelona cruise ship ban – a new eco-initiative
Barcelona is taking a significant step to protect its environmental health by changing where cruise…
Port of Ravenna, Italy – the essential guide
The Italian port of Ravenna – Porto Corsini – is now home to many cruise…
Mediterranean cruise packing list – a quick and easy guide
Are you looking forward to a Mediterranean cruise in the summer and wondering what to…
MSC Cruises Upgrade Bid Program – enhance your cruise
Are you considering an upgrade on your next MSC Cruises vacation? You may land the…
The hottest Mediterranean cruises for summer 2024
If you’re looking for an unforgettable family vacation, a Mediterranean cruise is an excellent choice….
Articles by category

Cruise Inspiration
Can’t wait to travel again and are ready to start looking at your next dream vacation? We hope to inspire you with destination tips and awesome travel experiences. Let’s get started!

Cruise Travel Articles
Take a look at our insider articles written by cruise travel industry professionals. From cruises, flights and combination trips to what to look out for and how to avoid common mistakes.

Planning Your Cruise
Great planning will make your trip unforgettable. Learn the how’s and why’s of choosing cruise itineraries, flight tickets, cruise ships excursions and combination trips.

Travel Essentials For Your Cruise
Our tried and tested recommendations on what to take with you on your cruise and tips on how to make your packing choices a little bit easier.