Saturday, September 12, 2026

How to Be a Great Cruise Passenger (And Avoid Common Mistakes)


If you've taken more than a few cruises, you've probably encountered that passenger.

Maybe they're blasting music from a Bluetooth speaker by the pool. Maybe they're yelling at crew members because their drink took an extra two minutes to arrive. Or perhaps they're cutting in line at the buffet as if no one else has been waiting.

Most cruisers have their own definition of a "bad cruiser." For us, it's someone whose behavior directly affects the enjoyment of other guests.

Thursday, September 10, 2026

New Video Friday and weekly Recap 9/11/26


Every Friday we release a new video on our YouTube Channel
This week we feature: A Full Tour of Celebration Key


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT!

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Norwegian Cruise Line Opens Great Tides Waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay


Norwegian Cruise Line is adding a major new attraction to Great Stirrup Cay, and cruisers visiting the private Bahamian Island now have a whole new way to spend their day.

Great Tides Waterpark officially opened September 4, 2026, bringing nearly six acres of water attractions to Norwegian's 270-acre private island destination.

Monday, September 7, 2026

Port of Miami Cruise Parking Guide: Best Places to Park Before Your Cruise


Known as the Cruise Capital of the World, the Port of Miami welcomes millions of cruise passengers every year. It's home to ships from many of the world's largest cruise lines, including Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Virgin Voyages, Disney Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Seabourn.

Whether you're sailing to the Caribbean, the Bahamas, or beyond, one question every driver has before embarkation day is:

Where should I park?

Sunday, September 6, 2026

Top 5 Cruise News Stories for Sept 7, 2026


Royal Caribbean Cancels Alaska Cruise for Ship Repairs

A Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise went from a delayed departure to a complete cancellation this week after Serenade of the Seas was unable to complete repairs to a technical issue.

The seven-night cruise was originally scheduled to leave Vancouver on Sunday, August 30, but guests were first told the ship would depart two days late while the crew worked on the problem. Royal Caribbean planned a shortened itinerary with just Ketchikan and one Canadian port.

Friday, September 4, 2026

Can You Wear Camouflage Clothing on a Cruise?


Camouflage clothing is everywhere in the United States. Whether it's worn by military personnel, hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, or simply as a fashion statement, seeing someone in a camouflage shirt, pair of shorts, or even a pink camo swimsuit isn't unusual. Living in North Dakota, we see it all the time.

So, does that mean you can wear camouflage on your cruise?

New Video Friday and weekly Recap 9/4/26


Every Friday we release a new video on our YouTube Channel

This week we feature: The Hilton Continental Miami Beach 

(CLICK HERE TO WATCH THIS WEEKS VIDEO)

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT!

Passenger Dies After Falling From Balcony Aboard Norwegian Getaway - A passenger aboard Norwegian Getaway died Sunday evening after falling from a balcony onto a lower deck as the ship was returning to Miami. The incident occurred on the final night of a three-night Bahamas cruise. According to passengers, the guest fell from approximately Deck 10 or 11 onto the promenade deck on Deck 7. (CLICK HERE TO READ MORE)

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