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Booking a cruise is an exciting experience, but before you pay a deposit, reviewing the fine print of your cruise contract is crucial. Cruise contracts can be lengthy and complex, yet understanding the key details will help ensure a smooth and stress-free booking process. Here are the essential factors to … Read article
Santorini is one of the most popular destinations for cruise ships in the Mediterranean, and it’s not hard to see why. With its white-washed buildings, blue-domed churches, stunning sunset views of the Aegean Sea, and charming villages like Fira and Oia, Santorini is a true gem of the Greek islands. … Read article
La Spezia is a port town, naval harbor, and ship-building center, and if you don’t want to go too far from your cruise ship, the charming main street, Via del Prione, is within walking distance of the cruise terminal. Sit in the sun at one of the many cafes or … Read article
We are confident you will love Barcelona, especially if this is your first visit. If you are a returning guest, there will always be something new to discover or places you want to revisit. As a cruise traveler, you may be looking for recommended hotels near Barcelona cruise port but … Read article
Being spoiled for choice is a good thing. And certainly no more so than at Valletta’s indoor food market. If you are looking for a bustling atmosphere, together with some of the best local food you will ever eat in Malta, step inside the beautifully restored Is-Suq Tal-Belt Valletta Food … Read article
Did you get a message from the airline that your flight for your upcoming cruise has a new itinerary? Will you no longer make it to the port of departure in time for embarkation? You are not alone. Right now, airlines are working hard to meet an increase in demand … Read article
There is nothing quite like being on board a new cruise ship. Sail on Icon of the Seas from the port of Miami to the most popular destinations in the Caribbean. And if you haven’t booked yet, it’s time now. While cabins are selling fast for next year, 2026 is … Read article
Plan to stay in Italy at least four or five days before or after your cruise vacation to give yourself time to visit the cultural capital Milan and to experience one of the prettiest places in the world, Lake Como. Milan and Lake Como – on every traveler’s bucket list. … Read article
Celebrity Cruises has long been one of our go-to mainstream cruise lines when looking for our next cruise vacation. While we also have been lucky enough to cruise with Royal Caribbean, MSC, NCL, Azamara, Princess Cruises, and Oceania Cruises, Celebrity has become the standard to compare other cruises. We love … Read article
What we consider luxury, ultra-luxury, or an elevated cruise experience is very different from customer to customer. Most important is that the expectation of your cruise matches your real-life experience both onboard and onshore. However, we believe some areas can make or break a great cruise vacation. We call them … Read article
Jaw-droppingly beautiful, the area south of Naples, the Amalfi Coast, La Dolce Vita, a slice of paradise, and a destination worthy of a thousand more cliches, is worthy of a trip to Italy. And soon. The best shore excursions to the Amalfi Coast happen when your cruise ship drops anchor … Read article
In a country with abundant historical and cultural attractions and picturesque landscapes, booking a Mediterranean cruise from or to an Italian port is an excellent opportunity to extend your vacation and explore other bucket list destinations in Italy. A cruise combined with train travel is the best way to see … Read article