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Inside the Cheapest Cabins on a River Cruise Ship: What Are “Underwater” Cabins Really Like?
Many people dream of river cruising, but it can be expensive and out of reach for many. The “bargain” prices you see advertised are usually…
Do You HAVE to Get Off the Ship in Every Port? Here’s the Truth
Many first-time cruisers wonder if they need to leave the ship at every port of call. The answer: no, you don’t have to, and sometimes…
Is It Unlucky to Rename a Cruise Ship? (I Cruised on One With Five Names!)
Many sailors are superstitious, and it has long been believed that it is unlucky to rename a ship. But it is very common for cruise…
Tracking a Walk on a Cruise Ship? Don’t Make This Big Mistake
Lots of cruisers like to track their steps or log walks during their holiday. Cruise ships are great places to get steps in, with endless…
Why I Bring Squash on Every Cruise (and What It Actually Is)
Drinks on a cruise can be expensive, and depending on the cruise line, options for free drinks can be limited. One thing I always pack…
Cruise Ship Code Words Explained: What’s a Bill W. Meeting?
When I first started cruising, I was always puzzled by the Friends of Bill W. events I found on the daily schedule. Who is Bill…
I Saved $700 By Spending a Week in a Cabin Most Don’t Consider
I’ve recently been on a cruise and I stayed in a cabin type that is rarely talked about. When cruise lines advertise their cruises, they’ll…
Cruise News: The Stories Everyone’s Talking About (Aug 29, 2025)
Why The Cruise Globe is Taking the Cruise Industry by Storm The Cruise Globe only launched on February 12, 2025. In just six months, the…
5 Benefits of Booking a Cruise Over a Year in Advance (I Just Did It!)
I’ve just booked a TUI river cruise over a year in advance! That is not something I would normally do, but this time it made…
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