tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19980814070591673322024-03-05T21:31:48.011-08:00Welcome To The Wonderful World Of Travel Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.comBlogger96125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-3144422583361658262024-02-05T05:38:00.000-08:002024-02-05T05:38:43.075-08:00Princess Cruises - Sun Princess Ship <p><br /></p><div class="elementor-element elementor-element-c5b6d5e elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-title elementor-page-title elementor-widget-heading" data-element_type="widget" data-id="c5b6d5e" data-widget_type="theme-post-title.default" style="--align-content: initial; --align-items: initial; --align-self: initial; --flex-basis: initial; --flex-direction: initial; --flex-grow: initial; --flex-shrink: initial; --flex-wrap: initial; --gap: initial; --justify-content: initial; --order: initial; --swiper-navigation-size: 44px; --swiper-pagination-bullet-horizontal-gap: 6px; --swiper-pagination-bullet-size: 6px; 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font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 32px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); line-height: 1.2em; margin-block: 0.5rem 1rem; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Here’s What We Know About the New Sun Princess</h2></div></div><div class="elementor-element elementor-element-6047108 elementor-widget__width-inherit animated-slow elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-featured-image elementor-widget-image animated fadeIn" data-element_type="widget" data-id="6047108" data-settings="{"_animation":"fadeIn"}" data-widget_type="theme-post-featured-image.default" style="--align-content: initial; --align-items: initial; --align-self: center; --flex-basis: initial; --flex-direction: initial; --flex-grow: initial; --flex-shrink: initial; --flex-wrap: initial; --gap: initial; --justify-content: initial; --order: initial; --swiper-navigation-size: 44px; --swiper-pagination-bullet-horizontal-gap: 6px; --swiper-pagination-bullet-size: 6px; 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border: none; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="800" /><span style="color: var( --e-global-color-text ); text-align: left;">After months of anticipation, Princess Cruises recently</span><span style="color: var( --e-global-color-text ); text-align: left;"> </span><a href="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/2022/09/heres-what-we-know-about-the-new-sun-princess/cruise-news/28273-next-princess-ship-set-to-be-named-sun-princess-debut-spring-2024.html" style="background-color: transparent; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: #cc3366; text-align: left; text-decoration-line: none;">revealed the first details</a><span style="color: var( --e-global-color-text ); text-align: left;"> </span><span style="color: var( --e-global-color-text ); text-align: left;">of its first Sphere Class newbuild, the Sun Princess, set to debut in early 2024.</span></div></div><div class="elementor-element elementor-element-1eda5f3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content" data-element_type="widget" data-id="1eda5f3" data-widget_type="theme-post-content.default" style="--align-content: initial; --align-items: initial; --align-self: initial; --flex-basis: initial; --flex-direction: initial; --flex-grow: initial; --flex-shrink: initial; --flex-wrap: initial; --gap: initial; --justify-content: initial; --order: initial; --swiper-navigation-size: 44px; --swiper-pagination-bullet-horizontal-gap: 6px; --swiper-pagination-bullet-size: 6px; --swiper-theme-color: #000; --widgets-spacing: 20px 20px; align-content: var(--align-content); align-items: var(--align-items); align-self: var(--align-self); background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); flex-basis: var(--flex-basis); flex-direction: var(--flex-direction); flex-grow: var(--flex-grow); flex-shrink: var(--flex-shrink); flex-wrap: var(--flex-wrap); font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; gap: var(--gap); justify-content: var(--justify-content); margin-block-end: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; order: var(--order); position: relative;"><div class="elementor-widget-container" style="box-sizing: border-box; height: 4110.5px; transition: background .3s,border .3s,border-radius .3s,box-shadow .3s,transform var(--e-transform-transition-duration,.4s);"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">Here’s all we already know about the ship and its features:</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><img alt="Sun Princess" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" height="400" src="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/sunprincess_rendering2.jpg" style="border-radius: 0px; border: none; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: auto; margin: 5px auto; max-width: 100%;" width="800" /></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Third Ship to Carry the Name Sun Princess</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">The new Sun Princess will be the third ship to carry the name Sun Princess. <a href="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/2022/09/heres-what-we-know-about-the-new-sun-princess/cruise-news/8533-archives-festival-flamenco.html" style="background-color: transparent; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: #cc3366; text-decoration-line: none;">First introduced by Princess Cruises in 1974</a>, the name continued to be in use until 1988 before <a href="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/5280-archives-sun-princess-at-the-yard.html" style="background-color: transparent; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: #cc3366; text-decoration-line: none;">being revived for the first time in the mid-1990s</a>.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><a href="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/2022/09/heres-what-we-know-about-the-new-sun-princess/cruise-news/23509-peace-boat-to-modernize-cruise-fleet-with-newer-ship.html" style="background-color: transparent; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: #cc3366; text-decoration-line: none;">Sold in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic</a>, the second Sun Princess debuted in 1995 as the leader of the four-ship Sun-Class. At the time, it featured the cruise line’s first ever 24-hour cafe and the fleet’s largest number of balcony cabins.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Largest Princess Ship Ever Built</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">The new Sun Princess will be Princess Cruises’ largest ever cruise ship. <a href="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/2022/09/heres-what-we-know-about-the-new-sun-princess/cruise-news/27382-discovery-princess-officially-named-by-tv-star-godparents.html" style="background-color: transparent; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: #cc3366; text-decoration-line: none;">Taking over the title currently held by the 145,000-ton Discovery Princess</a>, the 175,000-ton newbuild will accommodate over 4,300 guests and feature larger public areas.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">Currently under construction at the Fincantieri Shipyard, the 21-deck vessel will also become the biggest cruise ship ever built in Italy</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><img alt="Stateroom" decoding="async" height="533" src="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/sunprincess_stateroom.jpg" style="border-radius: 0px; border: none; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: auto; margin: 5px auto; max-width: 100%;" width="800" /></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Innovative Guest Experience and Fresh Staterooms</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">According to Princess, the ship was designed to offer dynamic views of the world, in addition to innovative experiences, from service to food to entertainment. The vessel’s lighter and brighter look will embrace the outside and celebrate the romance of the sea while offering more outward views, the company added.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">The Sun Princess will also feature what Princess calls “newly appointed suites and staterooms” that feature more outdoor balcony space. Among the total of 2,157 accommodations, 1,500 feature balconies and in-room sofas, while 50 are suites and 100 are connecting rooms, the company said.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><img alt="Ship within a ship" decoding="async" height="421" src="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/sunprincess_shipinaship.jpg" style="border-radius: 0px; border: none; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: auto; margin: 5px auto; max-width: 100%;" width="800" /></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">New Ship-Within-A-Ship Concept</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">One of the new features of the vessel, is Princess’ first ever suite enclave. <a href="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/2022/09/heres-what-we-know-about-the-new-sun-princess/cruise-news/24109-ship-within-a-ship.html" style="background-color: transparent; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: #cc3366; text-decoration-line: none;">Building on the trend of the ship-within-a-ship concept</a>, the company will offer two new accommodation categories: the Signature Collection and the Reserve Collection.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">Comprising the vessel’s best suites and mini suites, the first includes access to private areas such as a restaurant, a lounge and a sundeck, while the second comes with its own private restaurant and in-cabin cabanas.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><img alt="Sun Princess Dome" decoding="async" height="422" loading="lazy" src="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/sunprincess_dome.jpg" style="border-radius: 0px; border: none; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: auto; margin: 5px auto; max-width: 100%;" width="800" /></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">First Ever Geodesic Dome on a Cruise Ship</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">The Dome is the first-of-its-kind, glass-enclosed geodesic dome ever constructed on a cruise ship. According to Princess, the venue will work as a cutting-edge multi-purpose area that changes functions as the day goes by.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">Inspired by the terraces of Greece’s Santorini Island, the multi-deck area features an indoor/outdoor pool, and unique water feature for use during daytime. At night, the pool becomes a stage, and the Dome transforms into an entertainment venue with a South Beach vibe, lighting effects and the ability to deliver aerial performances.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><img alt="Three Story Piazza Atrium " decoding="async" height="458" loading="lazy" src="https://cruiseindustrynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Three-Story_Piazza_Atrium_.jpg" style="border-radius: 0px; border: none; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: auto; margin: 5px auto; max-width: 100%;" width="800" /></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Three-Story Piazza Atrium</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">The Piazza, Princess’ signature atrium, will spam three stories, forming what the company calls an “iconic architectural feature” that offers an outward-looking suspended space designed with comfortable seating and areas to enjoy the ocean views.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">The center of the venue will also be equipped with a large LED screen which can be moved and configured to deliver live entertainment programming. Adjacent to the Piazza Atrium will be a new coffee shop, Coffee Currents, Bellini’s Cocktail Bar, along with Princess favorites like Crooners Bar and Alfredo’s Pizzeria.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Sustainability and LNG-Powered Propulsion</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">As part of Carnival Corporation’s green cruising initiative, the new vessel will also focus on sustainability. </p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">Equipped with different environment-friendly features and technologies, it will be one of 11 new ships in the corporate fleet powered by Liquified Natural Gas. One of the cleanest fossil fuels currently available in the market, the LNG significantly reduces air emissions, minimizing the vessel’s environmental footprint.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Inaugural Season in the Mediterranean, Followed by Caribbean Debut</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">The new Sun Princess is set to enter service in early 2024, offering an inaugural spring/summer season of Mediterranean cruises.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block: 0px 0.9rem;">Following its European program, the vessel is poised to debut in North America with a series of Western and Eastern Caribbean voyages out of Port Everglades, beginning in the fall of 2024.</p></div></div>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-87355166909113377072023-12-31T06:47:00.000-08:002023-12-31T06:47:13.258-08:00Mayflower Cruises & Tours For 2024 & 2025! <p> Now Booking Mayflower Cruises & Tours For 2024 & 2025! <br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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color: #222764; font-family: "Open Sans"; font-size: 40px;">10 Reasons to go on a Royal Caribbean Cruise</span></p><header class="post-header" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans"; font-size: 20px; margin: 0px; padding: 50px 35px 15px; width: 1349px;"><div class="container" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px auto; max-width: 715px; padding: 0px;"><div class="author-date" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; padding: 0px;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><b><span style="color: red;">Kathleen Maher • <time datetime="2022-06-22" itemprop="datePublished" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Posted 22 Jun 2022</time> </span></b></p></div></div><img alt="10 Reasons to go on a Royal Caribbean Cruise" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" height="910" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px" src="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/wonder-resized-1.jpg" srcset="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/wonder-resized-1.jpg 1366w, https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/wonder-resized-1-768x512.jpg 768w" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: fit-content; margin: 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: 715px;" width="1366" /></header><section class="post-content" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans"; font-size: 20px; margin: 0px; padding: 15px 35px;"><div class="container" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px auto; max-width: 715px; padding: 0px;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">No one does the WOW factor better than Royal Caribbean. Not only do they have the largest cruise ships in the world as part of their fleet, but they also have private islands, award winning entertainment, mouth-watering cuisine, and endless itineraries to choose from. If you’re planning a cruise holiday and you’re not sure which cruise line to choose, here are <strong style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">10 reasons to go on a Royal Caribbean cruise!</strong></p><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">1. Endless Activities</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">Fancy a day at a water park, or perhaps a game of crazy golf? Or maybe rock climbing is your jam, or shooting some hoops with your family? Royal Caribbean has all of this and more on board their fleet of incredible cruise ships. Other popular activities on Royal Caribbean ships include ziplining, skydiving simulator, SkyPad, Splashaway Bay and many, many more. No two days on a Royal Caribbean cruise are ever quite the same as they truly offer cruisers endless activities to enjoy, free of charge.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 35px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><img alt="" class="wp-image-9924" height="560" loading="lazy" src="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-5.jfif" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 477px; margin: 15px 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: 715px;" width="840" /></figure><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">2. Delicious Dining</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">One of the most common feedback topics we hear from our customers after they have retuned from a Royal Caribbean cruise is how good the food was. When you book a Royal Caribbean cruise with us, all of your meals and snacks on board are included in the price and once onboard, you can enjoy their delicious food in a number of venues. From the Windjammer Buffet, which has every type of food you could possibly imagine to the elegant dining hall where you are served Al A Carte, you will be spoilt for choice. Other complimentary food venues on board their ships include the Doghouse hotdog bar, El Loco Fresh and Sorrento’s for some yummy pizza – these are on select ships only.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">If you fancy treating yourself to an even better dining experience, Royal Caribbean have a huge selection of speciality dining restaurants on all of their ships. These come at an additional charge, but they are worth it. Customer favourites include Chops Grille Steakhouse, Giovanni’s Table, Wonderland, Izumi and many, many more.</p><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">3. World-Class Entertainment</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">No one does entertainment quite like Royal Caribbean. Royal Caribbean ships are home to world-famous musicals including Grease, Mamma Mia, Hairspray and so much more. These productions feature casts who have performed on Broadway and in the West End and are full stage productions. Alongside of their incredible theatre shows, you can enjoy breath-taking ice-skating shows, mind-blowing acrobatic shows in the Aquatheatre on Oasis Class ships, live music, parades, jazz clubs, karaoke and so much more.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 35px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><img alt="" class="wp-image-9923" height="533" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" src="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-4.jpg" srcset="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-4.jpg 800w, https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-4-768x512.jpg 768w" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 476.359px; margin: 15px 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: 715px;" width="800" /></figure><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">4. Unique, Innovative Experiences</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">Royal Caribbean are known as innovators in the cruise industry for the sheer wow factor they provide on each of their ships. Notable innovative ship features include the incredible North Star observation deck on their Quantum Class ships, which holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest viewing deck on a cruise ship. This unique observation pod rises 300 feet above sea level giving cruisers a bird’s eye view of wherever you are in the world. Another wow factor feature on Royal Caribbean ships is the 10 deck drop Ultimate Abyss dry slide. Featured on the largest ships in the world, the newer Oasis Class ships, this thrilling slide is not for the faint of heart. The Bionic Bar is another standard feature on Royal Caribbean cruise ships now and is a must see. Order your drinks on an iPad and watch robots prepare each one.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 35px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><img alt="" class="wp-image-9925" height="1711" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 1642px) 100vw, 1642px" src="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-1.png" srcset="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-1.png 1642w, https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-1-768x800.png 768w, https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-1-1474x1536.png 1474w" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 745.062px; margin: 15px 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: 715px;" width="1642" /></figure><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">5. Perfect Day at Cococay</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">Perfect Day at Cococay is Royal Caribbean’s private island located in the Bahamas and it is the ultimate port of call. Home to fantastic attractions such as the tallest water slide in North America, ziplining experiences, a hot air balloon ride and so much more, it is an island packed with fun, in true Royal Caribbean style. If you want to relax and enjoy the sunshine, you will also love Perfect Day at Cococay with its endless beach options and its pool areas. Some of the experiences on Perfect Day at Cococay do come with a fee but there is plenty to enjoy on the island free of charge as well.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">Like its ships, Royal Caribbean have mapped Perfect Day at Cococay out into neighbourhoods, so it is easy to find your way around. They also have a 3D app to help you navigate everything there is to see and do. This incredible island experience is available to Royal Caribbean guests only.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 35px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><img alt="" class="wp-image-9926" height="829" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 1283px) 100vw, 1283px" src="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-6.jpg" srcset="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-6.jpg 1283w, https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-6-768x496.jpg 768w" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 461.984px; margin: 15px 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: 715px;" width="1283" /></figure><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">6. Fastest Wi-Fi at Sea</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">We live in a digital world and having strong internet access is important to every type of traveller. Royal Caribbean understand this, and they have created VOOM, the fastest Wi-Fi at sea. Their internet packages are paid but they are excellent value, and you can choose the best package for you, based on whether you want general web access or perhaps you want to be able to stream your favourite shows. Either way, on Royal Caribbean, you’ll always be connected if you choose to be!</p><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">7. Family Focussed</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">Royal Caribbean have family cruising at their heart and catering for the kids, is not just left to a kid’s club. Throughout the ship, your family will have endless fun. Whether it’s a day by the pool, or the kiddies pool Splashaway Bay, or perhaps your family are the more adventurous type and enjoy rock climbing, you will have something new to enjoy and experience together every day of your cruise. If kid’s clubs are your thing, Royal Caribbean’s Adventure Ocean kids club is amazing and caters for your kiddies aged 3 to 17. Royal Caribbean also offer an incredible array or stateroom and suite options making travelling with your loved ones, even easier.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 35px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><img alt="" class="wp-image-9927" height="562" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px" src="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-3.jpg" srcset="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-3.jpg 800w, https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-3-768x512.jpg 768w" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 476.359px; margin: 15px 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: 715px;" width="843" /></figure><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">8. Luxury</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">The Royal Caribbean brand embodies luxury and for those who seek something a little more exclusive from their cruise, there is the stunning Royal Suite Class. With a variety to choose from, from entry level suites to multi-storey suites, the choice of where to have your downtime on board is endless. Royal Suite Class is all about unforgettable experiences and to create these, suite class guests have access to an array of exclusive amenities and experiences on board their cruise. On Royal Caribbean’s newest ship Wonder of the Seas, suite class guests can also enjoy the cruise line’s first dedicated suite class neighborhood and pool deck.</p><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">9. Amazing Destinations</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">Sailing to over 300 destinations, every Royal Caribbean itinerary will blow you away. Whether the Greek Isles are calling your name, or the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean, there is an itinerary for you. But they don’t only cater to the most popular cruising regions. If you fancy something a little different, Alaska is a must do, or perhaps an Asian cruise. Royal Caribbean also offer a selection of transatlantic cruises, Arabian cruises and even cruises down under from Australia! The choice of where to, is truly endless.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 35px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><img alt="" class="wp-image-9928" height="763" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 989px) 100vw, 989px" src="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-1.jpg" srcset="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-1.jpg 989w, https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/10-reasons-to-go-on-a-royal-caribbean-cruise-1-768x593.jpg 768w" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 551.609px; margin: 15px 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: 715px;" width="989" /></figure><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 45px 0px 5px; padding: 0px;">10. Unforgettable Memories</h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">A Royal Caribbean cruise holiday will give you and your loved one’s unforgettable memories, no matter where in the world you choose to cruise or whichever ship you choose to cruise on, and isn’t that is what life is all about!?</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">For more information on Royal Caribbean cruises, you can <a data-id="https://www.clickandgo.com/holidays/cruise/royal-caribbean-international" data-type="URL" href="https://www.clickandgo.com/holidays/cruise/royal-caribbean-international" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #0a7db9; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">check out our dedicated landing page here</a>, or call our cruise experts seven days a week on 01-6995329.</p></div></section><footer class="post-footer" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans"; font-size: 20px; margin: 0px; padding: 15px 35px;"><div class="container" style="border-bottom: 2px solid rgb(16, 24, 40); box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 20px; margin: 0px auto; max-width: 715px; padding: 0px 0px 45px;"><div class="authoer-footer" style="align-items: center; box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><h2 id="written-by" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222764; font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 44px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Written By</h2> <p style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 30px; margin: 5px 0px 15px; padding: 15px 0px 0px;"><a href="https://www.clickandgo.com/blog/author/kathleen/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #0a7db9; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">Kathleen Mahe</a>r </p></div></div></footer>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-16348914137875342002023-09-03T09:05:00.003-07:002023-09-03T09:05:15.042-07:00Why You Should Choose Royal Caribbean For Your Next Cruise Holiday<p> </p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Why You Should Choose Royal Caribbean For Your Next Cruise Holiday<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Author: Olivia Sharpe -
Published On: 08 April 2021 – Article Found On <a href="https://www.worldofcruising.co.uk">Https://Www.Worldofcruising.Co.Uk</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">From Innovative Ships
With State-Of-The-Art Facilities To Bucket-List Itineraries, The Award-Winning
Cruise Line Offers Something For Every Type Of Cruise Traveler.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">There Are Few Cruise
Lines That Tick All The Boxes When It Comes To The Perfect Cruise Holiday. Offering
The Most Innovative Ships With A Vast Array Of Facilities That Can Be Enjoyed
By The Whole Family, Sailing To The Most Incredible Destinations, And Serving
Up Michelin-Quality Cuisine – All Of This Would Be Surely Be Too Much To Hope
For On One Cruise. And Yet, Astonishingly, Royal Caribbean Manages To Tick All
Of These Boxes And So Many More.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The Cruise Line Truly
Brings The Wow Factor On Its Cruises, So Much So That Its Loyal Clientele
Cannot Help But Come Back For More Year After Year. Here Are Just Some Of The
Reasons Why You Should Choose Royal Caribbean For Your Next Epic Cruise
Adventure.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">1. Innovative
Ships With A Vast Range Of Facilities - </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The Ship In Many Ways
Becomes The Destination On A Royal Caribbean Cruise. The Cruise Line Continues
To Trump Itself With Its Ground-Breaking New Ships, Which Boast The Most
High-Tech And Cutting-Edge Facilities At Sea. For Thrill-Seekers, Highlights
Include Ripcord By Ifly, A Skydiving Simulator That Lets Guests Experience For
Themselves The Pure Exhilaration Of Flying, And The Innovative Flowrider Surf
Simulator; Pumping Out More Than 60,000 Gallons Of Water Per Minute, This
Onboard Surf Park Simulator Allows You To Boogie Board By Yourself, Or Enjoy A
Surfing Lesson. Adults And Kids Alike Can Also Splash Out On The Ultimate Abyss,
The Tallest Waterslide At Sea. An Industry Innovation, Many Of Royal
Caribbean’s Ships Also Boast Rock-Climbing Walls, Bumper Cars And Even An Ice
Skating Rink, So You Can Practice Your Skills On The Ice While At Sea Or Watch
One Of The Professional Skaters In One Of The Amazing Ice Shows. With Endless
Thrills From Which To Choose, Guests Are Truly Spoilt For Choice On A Royal
Caribbean Cruise.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">2. Fun For
All The Family - </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">When It Comes To Entertainment, Royal
Caribbean Has The Whole Family Covered. Kids Of All Ages Are Guaranteed Endless
Fun And Unforgettable Experiences Thanks To The Cruise Line’s Award-Winning Youth
Club, Which Includes Activities For All Ages, Ranging From Interactive Classes
And Playground Sessions For Babies And Tots Right Up To Late-Night Parties For
Teens. While Children Enjoy All Of The Amazing Facilities And Carefully Curated
Activities On Board, Adults Can Instead Choose To Relax And Unwind At The Vitality
Spa, Which Offers A Host Of Pampering Treatments, Or Work Off Some Of That
Inevitable Holiday Weight In The State-Of-The-Art Gym. Award-Winning Shows
Await You And Your Family’s Pleasure In The Grand Theatre Come The Evening, Or
Prepare To Be Astounded By The Choreographed Acrobatics And High Diving Shows
In The Outdoor Aquatheater. Once The Kids Are Safely Tucked Up In Bed, Parents
Can Enjoy Some Late-Night Entertainment, Listening To Live Music In One Of The
Lounges, Enjoying A Flutter In The Onboard Casino, Or Having An After-Dinner
Cocktail Served To You By Robotic Bartenders In The Futuristic Bionic Bar.<b><span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">3. Incredible
Destinations - </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Royal Caribbean Sails To More Than 300
Destinations Around The World, With Amazing Itineraries And Shore Excursions On
Offer For Those Who Wish To Stretch Their Sea Legs And Venture Ashore. From The
Icecaps In Alaska To The Wonders Of Down Under, Royal Caribbean Has A
Destination To Suit Every Type Of Traveller. Living Up To Its Name, The Cruise
Line Offers Comprehensive Cruises To The Caribbean, Allowing Guests To Enjoy
The Many Islands’ Pristine White-Sand Beaches And Crystal-Clear Waters. The Cruise
Line Even Boasts Its Own Idyllic Bahamian Private Island Destination, Perfect
Day At Cococay, Home To Amazing Thrills As Well As Places To Relax And Unwind. Then
There's The Sun-Soaked Canary Islands; On Royal Caribbean's 'No-Fly Discover The
Canaries' Itinerary, Guests Will Be Transported To These Perennially Popular
Islands, Home To Dramatic Landscapes, Incredible Volcanic Geology And Pristine
Beaches. Of Course, If A Beach Holiday Isn’t Your Thing, Then You Could Instead
Opt For One Of Royal’s Cultural Cruises In Europe, Visiting Historic Cities
Such As Rome And Athens, Tracing Viking Heritage On Norway's Western Coast Or
Uncovering Celtic Folklore In Ireland And Scotland. Wildlife Lovers Will Feel
Quite At Home In Alaska, A Land Of Rugged Hills, Rushing Waters And Undisturbed
Fauna. True Explorers Will Happily Venture To The South Pacific, Immersing
Themselves In The Different Islands’ Diverse Cultures And Bountiful Nature. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Royal Caribbean Spent Some £190 Milion
Creating Coco Cay, The Line's Own Private Island. Credit: Royal Caribbean<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">4. Delectable
Cuisine - </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Royal Caribbean Cruises Are All About Offering
Guests As Much Choice As Possible And This Is Particularly Highlighted When It
Comes To Dining On Board. The Vast Number Of Restaurants And Eateries On Offer
Have Been Designed To Cater To All Travellers’ Tastes, Whether You’re After
Casual Or Fine Dining, Modern Or Traditional, International Or Local Cuisine. Guests
Can Enjoy Classic Italian Dishes At Giovanni’s Table; Take A Flavour-Filled
Journey To The Exotic Far East At Izumi; Try A Variety Of Dishes From Around
The World At The Main Dining Room Or Sample One Of Royal Caribbean’s Hallmark
Steaks At The Popular Chops Grille. Kids Are Also Well Catered For, With
Options Such As Dog House For The Best Hotdogs At Sea; Mini Bites, Where They
Can Pick Up Quick Delicious Snacks From Sliders And Pizza To Taquitos; And Splashaway
Café, Where They Can Fuel Up On Mini Hot Dogs, Chicken Tenders Or Sesame Fried
Chicken.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Dori Saltzman & Contributor Holly Johnson. Published Apr 2, 2023</b><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><b>Article Found On www.cruisecritic.com</b></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Over The Past Decade, MSC Cruises Has Gone From
Operating One Ship In North America -- Mostly Targeted To Europeans Sailing In
The Caribbean -- To A Line Sailing Five Ships In And Around The Caribbean,
Including Several Marketed To North Americans Departing From U.S. Homeports. If
You Don't Know A Lot About MSC Cruises And You're Wondering If The Line Is The
Right Fit For You, Cruise Critic Is Highlighting Nine Reasons Why You Just
Might Love This Cruise Line.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">1. MSC Cruise Ships Have
Several Pools To Choose From</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">If You've Ever Found Yourself Bemoaning The
Too-Small Pool On Your Cruise Ship, Then You're Going To Love MSC's Cruise
Ships. Seaside, Divina And Meraviglia All Have Three To Four Pools, Giving You
Plenty Of Pool Choices.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">With Several Being Six-Feet Deep, You Can Even Go
For A Swim Since You Won't Have To Compete With The Children Splashing Around. On
All Three Ships, You'll Also Find One Pool That's Reserved For Passengers Aged
16 And Older, Another Just For Passengers Staying In The Suites-Only Yacht Club
And A Third With A Retractable Roof So A Little Bit Of Rain Never Has To Stop
Your Pool Time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The New MSC Seashore Features Four Different Pools,
Including A Main Pool, A Pool With A Retractable Roof, An Infinity Pool And A Yacht
Club Pool. The Main Pool, Dubbed The Long Island Pool, Features Two Different
Depths For Swimming Or Lounging, As Well As A Center Fountain For A Dramatic
Effect.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 5.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">2. 4D Cinema And Formula
One Simulator Offer Great Added Fun On MSC Cruise Ships<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">On MSC's Newest Ships, Like MSC Seascape, You'll
Find An Amusement Park And A Game Room Vibe That's Too Fun To Miss. Among The
Many Diversions Are A 4D Cinema And Formula One Race Car Simulator That Will
Really Get The Heart Pumping.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">In The 4D Cinema, You'll Be Strapped Into A Bank Of
Chairs That Swivel And Turn As You Swoosh Down A Roller Coaster Or Face Off
With Laser Guns Against Zombies Or Ghosts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">In The Formula One Race Car Simulator, You'll Climb
Into The Simulator, Which Is Shaped Like A Life-Size Race Car, And Attempt To
Race Your Way Around A Digital Track.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Both Are A Lot More Difficult Than They Look, And In
Both Cases You Might Not Want To Do It Right After Eating.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">3. MSC Cruise Ships Have
Waterslides Abound</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">If You Like A Little More Splash With Your
Recreation, You'll Want To Check Out The Top-Deck Fun On MSC Seaside And MSC
Meraviglia, Both Of Which Have Three Or Four Bendy Waterslides. On Seaside, We
Highly Recommend The Slideboarding Option, While On Meraviglia We Suggest
Giving The Swirly Champagne Glass A Go.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">On Divina, There's Just One Twisty Slide That Loops
And Turns Its Way From Decks 16 To 15. MSC Seashore And Seascape Also Feature A
Pirates Cove Aquapark With A Splash Pad Feature And Climbing Ropes.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">4. Indulge In Rich, Divine
Chocolate And Gelato On MSC Cruise Ships<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Who Doesn't Love An After-Dinner Chocolate Or A
Scoop (Or Three) Of Gelato On A Warm Day In The Caribbean? All MSC Cruises Ships
Sailing Out Of North American Homeports Feature An Extra-Fee Chocolate Shop And
A Gelateria.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">On MSC Seaside And Seascape, You'll Find Venchi
Cioccogelateria As Well As Venchi Gelateria & Creperie. Both Offer Gelato,
But You'll Also Find Chocolate By The Pound, Italian Hot Chocolate And
Milkshakes -- Plus A Mouthwatering Chocolate Fountain Wall -- At The Cioccogelateria.
The Gelateria Serves Crepes, Milkshakes, Waffles And, Of Course, Gelato.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">MSC Divina, MSC Seashore, MSC Meraviglia And MSC
Armonia Also Have Spots Onboard To Grab Chocolate And Gelato.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">5. MSC Cruise Ships Have The
Most Beloved Suite Experience In Cruising: Yacht Club<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Suite Cruisers Will Love MSC's Yacht Club, Which Can
Be Found On All MSC Cruise Ships Sailing Out Of The United States (Except MSC
Armonia).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">This Exclusive Suite Enclave Comes With A Number Of
Perks And Is One Of The Most Widely Praised Suite Experiences In The Cruise
Industry. Inclusions Feature Priority Boarding, All Drinks, Butler Service And
Access To An Exclusive Pool, Restaurant And Lounge.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">MSC Cruises' Private Island, Ocean Cay Marine
Reserve, Also Has A Separate Beach Area And Restaurant For Yacht Club Guests. You
Can Even Book A Private Yacht Club Cabana, Which Comes With Waterfront Butler
Service And All The Pampering You Would Expect.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">6. Swarovski Crystals
Shimmer Across MSC Cruise Ships<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">MSC Cruise Ships Have The Most Beautiful Atrium
Staircases In The World. Bedazzled With Thousands Of Swarovski Crystals Encased
In Glass, The Staircases Twinkle And Sparkle. As You Might Have Already
Imagined, Everyone Has Their Picture Taken On These Stairs.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">But It's Not Just The Stairs That Impress. MSC's Ships
Are Beautiful And Sophisticated Throughout, With Lots Of Glass, Shiny Metal And
Sculptures You Can't Help But Admire. If You Like A Ship That's Refined, Sleek
And Glitzy Without Overwhelming The Senses And Being Tacky, You'll Love MSC's Ships,
Especially Divina, Seaside, Seascape And Meraviglia.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">7. Enjoy Your Chosen MSC
Cruise Ship Amongst A Diverse Crowd<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The MSC Cruise Line Is One Of The Most International
Lines You'll Ever Sail. While The Ships Sailing Out Of U.S. Ports Carry A Lot
Of North Americans (More Than 50 Percent Of Passengers), There Will Also Be
Hundreds Of Italians And Germans, As Well As Passengers From Spain, Portugal,
The U.K., Australia, Belgium, Scandinavia, France And Other Countries.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">That Being Said, If You're Willing To Make The
Effort, You Can Meet People From All Over The World.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">8. Dance The Night Away On
All MSC Cruise Ships<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">If You Like To Dance, MSC Is Definitely The Cruise
Line For You. With Multiple Dance Classes Every Day -- From The Cha-Cha And
Waltz To Merengue And Country Line Dancing -- There Are Plenty Of Opportunities
To Pick Up A Few Steps From All Those Dances You've Ever Wanted To Learn.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Already Know Them All? Then Keep Your Eyes On The
Daily Schedule. Each Night, There's A Different Themed Dance Event. Think Latin,
Country, Rock 'N' Roll, '70s And More. There's Also A Silent Disco One Night
Per Sailing As Well As DJ-Spun Music Daily.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">9. Kids' Clubs Are Premium
Quality On MSC Ships<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">If You're Angling To Cruise With The Kids But You
Want To Have Some Adult Time, Don't Forget To Check Out MSC Cruises' Supervised
Kids Clubs. With Dedicated Clubs For Children Ages 0 To 17, MSC Cruises Goes
Out Of Its Way To Offer Amenities That Appeal To Toddlers, Children And Teens.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">For Example, The Junior Club For Ages 7 To 11 Will
Keep Your Kids Busy With Planned Activities From Cooking Classes To Sports
Competitions. Meanwhile, The Young Club For Ages 12 To 14 Offers More Mature
Fun With A Focus On Video Games And Socializing.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">If You Have Kids Ages 3 To 6, MSC Cruises Has A Club
For Them, Too. At The Mini Club, The Little Ones Focus On Games, Events And
Arts And Crafts -- Anything To Make Sure They're Having Fun.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-44038573083847587852023-08-05T13:39:00.001-07:002023-08-05T13:39:42.509-07:00Why MSC Cruises <h3 style="text-align: left;"><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-weight: normal; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Why MSC Cruises? </span></span></p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; font-weight: normal;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space-collapse: preserve;">MSC Cruises Is The Only Family Owned & Operated Cruise Ship. </span><span style="background: white; color: #050505; line-height: 107%;">Blending Classic Elegance And Cutting-Edge Innovation, MSC Cruise
Ships Offer The Utmost In Comfort, Dining, Innovation, Entertainment, And
Onboard Experience. </span>Family Friendly With Tons Of Activities For The Whole Family! </span></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; font-weight: normal;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; font-weight: normal;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7fm13XUKHKC84xZw8efaWtNjk4crQXRuF9YFfneNEM7XFArDPu8sfESDlWdBhdzxnYbbrQapdv7NieptYRVMsTDe0tkUo6pnwxoMN0vBwu2BphG0lXtQcu7agR9E4mo_LOtLGz30xBL7d1v3nL6u3EmlXp6O75NAQHvMLPj8Y5K-WwSyh8fuQ8WQhFks/s275/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="275" height="183" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7fm13XUKHKC84xZw8efaWtNjk4crQXRuF9YFfneNEM7XFArDPu8sfESDlWdBhdzxnYbbrQapdv7NieptYRVMsTDe0tkUo6pnwxoMN0vBwu2BphG0lXtQcu7agR9E4mo_LOtLGz30xBL7d1v3nL6u3EmlXp6O75NAQHvMLPj8Y5K-WwSyh8fuQ8WQhFks/s1600/images.jpg" width="275" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;">Cruising Is Easy. Or So Cruisers Will Tell You. For Starters, You Only Have To Unpack Once, Even As You Travel From Place To Place. You Also Don’t Have To Go Hunting For A Restaurant Every Night. There Usually Are A Bunch Just Steps Away From Your Cabin With Tables Waiting For You. You’ll Also Have No Trouble Finding Entertainment. But Even In Its Simplicity, Cruising Still Can Be Daunting For A First-Timer. What Should You Bring? What Should You Plan On Doing In Ports? What Is The Best Way To Book?</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>1)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Arrive At Your Departure Port A Day Ahead Of Schedule.</b></span> If You Only Follow One Piece Of Advice In This Story, It Should Be This One. It Is The Only Way To Ensure You Won’t Miss Your Ship — Something That Happens To Cruisers More Often Than You Would Think. Many Cruises Depart In The Afternoon, So It Might Seem Just Fine To Fly Or Drive To A Port On The Morning Of Departure. But All It Takes Is A Moderate Flight Delay Or A Pile-Up On The Highway To Upset Those Plans. If You’re Delayed In Your Arrival At The Port, The Ship Will Not Wait For You. If You’re Traveling Overseas For A Cruise, We Recommend Traveling To The Port Two Or Even Three Days In Advance. This Isn’t Just So You Don’t Miss The Ship. It’s Also So You Have Some Time To Recover From Jet Lag. European Cruises, In Particular, Can Be Port-Intensive, With Lots Of Touring, So You Want To Be Refreshed And Ready To Hit The Ground Running Right After The Cruise Begins.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>2)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pack Your Bathing Suit In Your Carry-On.</b></span> When You First Arrive At A Ship, Before You Even Get On Board, You’ll Likely Be Greeted By Porters Who Will Whisk Away Your Luggage. It Will Be Delivered To Your Room Later In The Day. This Is A Great Convenience, As There’s No Need To Haul Your Bags Through The Entire Check-In Progress. But It Also Means You Might Not Have Access To Your Luggage For Many Hours On Your First Day. Be Sure To Pack Anything You Think You Might Need For These First Hours Of Your Cruise In Your Carry-On Bag. This Means Things Like Medication, For Sure, And A Phone Charger, But Also A Bathing Suit, Hat, Sunscreen And Other Items That Will Let You Head Straight To The Pool Deck To Start The Fun.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>3)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Don’t Overpack Use This Strategy When Packing For A Cruise:</b> </span>Throw All The Clothes You Think You’ll Need On A Cruise In A Pile, And Then Take Away Half Of Them. You Won’t Need Them. Trust Us. Most Cruising These Days Is Casual, And You Really Only Need A Few Outfits To Rotate Through A Voyage. If Things Get Dirty, It’s No Problem. Many Ships Have Launderettes On Cabin Decks Where You Can Run A Load Or Two Of Laundry Every Few Days. If Not, You Can Send Laundry Out To Be Cleaned On Board. It’ll Usually Come Back In A Day Or Two. The Extra Cost Of Doing A Few Loads Of Laundry On A Ship Is A Small Price To Pay For The Freedom Of Not Having To Lug A Giant Suitcase Around As You Travel To And From Your Ship. Plus, You’ll Want To Save Room In Your Suitcase For All The Little Treasures You’re Going To Find Along The Way.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">4)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Bring Your Own Drinks On Board.</span></b> Many First-Time Cruisers Assume They Can’t Bring Their Own Drinks On Board A Ship. But Many Lines Will Allow This, Usually With Some Limits. It’s One Way To Save Money When Cruising, As Drink Prices On Ships Can Be High. Among The Lines That Will Allow You To Be Your Own Bartender Is Disney Cruise Line. Adults Can Bring Up To Two Bottles Of Unopened Wine Or Champagne Or Six Beers Onto Disney Ships At The Start Of A Cruise And At Every Port Of Call. Note That These Beverages Must Be Packed In Carry-On Bags. At Royal Caribbean, The Bring-Your-Own Allowance Is Two Bottles Of Wine Or Champagne Per Cabin At Boarding, Plus Up To A Dozen Standard Cans, Bottles Or Cartons Of Nonalcoholic Drinks. One Caveat: Many Lines Levy A “Corkage Fee” If You Want To Bring Your Wine Into An Onboard Restaurant. Be Sure To Read The Rules For Your Line Before You Bring Any Drinks On Board.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">5)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Bring Extra Toiletries. </span></b>Yes, You’ll Be Able To Find Sunscreen, Aspirin And Band-Aids On A Cruise Ship. But It’ll Cost You. Cruise Lines Know You’re A Captive Audience And Price Their Shipboard Stores Accordingly. I Have A Small “Go Bag” Of Over-The-Counter Medicines That I Throw Into My Suitcase For Every Cruise That Contains Everything From Cold Medicine To Seasickness Pills. I Rarely Use Any Of It. But I Also Never Get Hit With A Crazy Toiletries Charge. While We’re On The Topic Of Sundries, Don’t Forget Extra Batteries For Your Camera If You Are Bringing One.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">6)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Bring These Six Other Things, Too.</span></b> In Addition To Extra Toiletries, Cruising Regulars Often Bring Clorox Wipes Or Something Similar To Wipe Down Surfaces In Their Cabin Upon Arrival (And To Bring Along On Shore Excursions). I Admit, I’ve Never Done This, Though I Know I Should — If Only To Wipe Off The Remote Control For The Cabin Tv. Many Cruisers Also Won’t Head To A Ship Without Room Freshener, A Foldable Shoe Rack (Which They Hang In The Cabin Bathroom To Store Toiletries), A Highlighter (To Highlight Activities On The Daily Planner) And A Lanyard (To Hold Their Cabin Key Card). I Am, Of Course, Too Cool To Ever Put A Key Card Lanyard Around My Neck, Which Means I Lose My Card Once Or Twice On Every Trip. They Always Give Me A New One At The Front Desk. My Cruise Team Colleague Ashley Kosciolek Also Escews Landyard-Wearing On Ships, But That Didn't Stop Her From Writing This Wonderful Guide To The Coolest Cruise Lanyards Around. Some Cruisers Also Swear By Bringing Magnets To Ships To Affix Dinner Invitations, Excursion Tickets And Other Important Papers To Their Cabin Walls. Walls On Ships Often Are Made With Metal (Even If They Look Like Wood, Thanks To Faux Wood Veneers) And Will Hold A Magnet. Some Cruisers Even Bring Magnets With Hooks So They Can Hang Up Clothes And Other Items On Their Walls.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>7)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Skip The Buffet On Your First Day On Board. </b></span>There’s Nothing More Jammed Than A Cruise Ship Buffet On Embarkation Day. Everybody Boarding Heads Straight Up To It. To Avoid The First-Day Buffet Crowds, Head To Whatever Secondary Dining Option Is Available. Sometimes, A Ship Will Open One Of Its Table-Served Eateries For Lunch On Embarkation Day. It’ll Likely Be Much Less Crowded Than The Buffet.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">8)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Research Ports In Advance.</span></b> There Are Some Types Of Vacations — A Beach Trip, For Instance — Where You Don’t Have To Do Much Advance Research. You Just Sort Of Show Up. Most Cruises Aren’t This Way — At Least If You Want To Get The Most Out Of Them. At The Heart Of Most Cruises Are Port Calls That, In Many Cases, Are Very Short — Often Just A Few Hours. You Want To Have A Plan For What To Do In These Ports Or You’ll Miss Out On A Big Part Of The Cruising Experience. Once You Know What Ports You’ll Be Visiting, Research Them As Much As You Can At Travel Sites Such As The Points Guy. We’re Starting To Build Out A Series Of Home Port And Destination Port Guides For Everywhere From Port Miami To Bora Bora.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>9)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Join A Facebook Group For Your Line.</b></span> Another Great Place To Get Ideas For What To Do In Ports And On Ships — And What To Bring On A Cruise, For That Matter — Are The Many Private Facebook Groups Dedicated To Particular Lines. I Belong To A Number Of Them, Including The Royal Caribbean Cruises Group, The Cops (Cruisers Opinion Page) Group And The Holland America Line Fans Group. You’ll Find Thousands Of Cruise Fans At These Pages Who Often Are More Than Willing To Answer Questions About Their Favorite Line, Its Ships, Its Itineraries And The Destinations On The Itineraries. I’ve Met Some Wonderful People In These Groups, Some Of Whom Have Become My Longtime Friends On Facebook.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>10)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Sign Up For Private Tours.</b></span> Booking A Shore Excursion Directly Through Your Cruise Line Is Easy. You Just Check A Box On An Online Form Before Sailing Or While On Board, And — Poof! — It’s All Arranged. But Booking Tours Through Your Line Isn’t The Only Option, And It’s Not Always The Best Option. In Many Cases, You Can Save A Lot Of Money — And Get A Better Touring Experience — By Booking Shore Excursions Through Independent Tour Operators In Ports Or A Tour Booking Service Such As Viator Or Tours By Locals. Often, Independent Tours Will Be Much More Intimate Than The Tours Offered Directly Through Cruise Lines. They Might Go To The Same Sites But In A Small Van Instead Of A Big Motorcoach. You Might Have Just Six Or Eight Other People On A Tour With You Instead Of Nearly 40. If Your Group Is Big Enough, You Might Even Be Able To Book A Private Tour With An Independent Tour Operator. Independent Tours Also Can Take You To Places That The Cruise Line-Organized Tours Don’t. Plus, They Often Come With Excellent Service. Toursbylocals Has Staff On Hand Around-The-Clock To Respond To Questions, And — For Those Worried About Missing Your Ship — They Offer A Return-To-Ship Guarantee With Every Tour.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>11)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Sign Up For Activities In Advance Or Soon After Boarding.</b></span> Some Lines Will Let You Sign Up For Shows, Tours And Other Activities (Including Meals At Specialty Restaurants) In Advance Of Sailing Using Online Portals. If You Want To Be Sure That You Get A Seat For A Specific Show On A Specific Night, Or A Specific Tour Or Restaurant Reservation Time, It’s A Good Idea To Do This. It’s Not Uncommon With Some Ships To Find That Some Shows, Tours And Restaurant Reservation Times Book Up In Advance. If You Don’t Sign Up For Activities In Advance, A Backup Strategy Is To Do So Just After You Board A Vessel. That Said, Whether You Need To Race To Sign Up For Activities At The Start Of A Voyage Depends A Lot On Which Ship You Are On. I Am More Careful About Signing Up For A Lot Of Things In Advance When I Am Sailing On A Giant Ship Such As Royal Caribbean’s Record-Breaking Wonder Of The Seas Where There Are Thousands Of Other Passengers Competing For The Choicest Reservations. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">12)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Don’t Feel Like You Have To Do It All. </span></b>While We’re On The Topic Of Signing Up For Activities, Note That It’s Ok If You Miss A Few Things. You Don’t Have To Do It All. In Fact, You Should Force Yourself To Try To Not Do It All. Remember, You’re On Vacation. Relax. Take Some Downtime. Sit On Your Balcony, If You Have One, And Just Stare Out At The Ocean For A Couple Of Hours. You Won’t Regret It.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>13)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Always Carry The Ship’s Contact Information With You</b></span>. When Going Ashore, Always Bring The Ship’s Contact Information With You. Those Details Are Usually Printed In The Newsletter That’s Delivered To Your Cabin Each Night. If Something Goes Wrong When You’re Away From The Ship, You’ll Want To Get In Contact With The Cruise Line Right Away.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">14)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Keep Your Phone In Airplane Mode</span></b>. Some Of The Biggest Cruise Ship Horror Stories You’ll Find On The Internet Are Tales Of Cruising Newbies Who Racked Up Thousands Of Dollars In Cellphone Charges While On Ships. This Can Happen When You Leave Your Phone Turned On And, Say, Watch Videos On The Internet. Many Phone Plans — Even International Plans — Do Not Include Talking, Texting And Data On Cruise Ships, And You’ll Pay Exorbitant Roaming Rates For Such Services That Will Show Up Weeks Later On Your Phone Bill. There Are Ways To Make Calls And Access The Internet From Ships Without Spending A Boatload Of Money. You Can Buy A Wi-Fi Package, For Instance, That Will Let You Make Facetime Calls And Stream Videos (On Some Ships) Over Wi-Fi Without Using Phone Data. Some Phone Companies Have Cruise-Specific Plans You Can Buy In Advance Of A Voyage. But I Personally Never Go That Route. I Keep It Simple. I Just Put My Phone In Airplane Mode The Moment I Step On Board A Ship And Never Switch It Back On. I Then Turn On The Phone’s Wi-Fi, Buy A Wi-Fi Package And Do All My Calling, Texting And Internet Surfing Over Wi-Fi. That Way, There’s No Way That I Can Be Surprised By An Unexpected Charge.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>15)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Download The Cruise App.</b></span> A Growing Number Of Lines Now Have Apps That You Can Download To Your Smartphone In Advance Of Sailing. The Apps Vary In What They Offer, But Many Will Show You A Daily List Of Activities And All Of The Things That You Have Reserved. Many Also Will Let You Make Restaurant Reservations And Book Shore Excursions And Other Activities, And A Few Will Let You Order Drinks And Other Items To Wherever You Happen To Be Standing. That’s Pretty Cool, Right? The Best Part: The Apps Will Work On Board Even If You Don’t Pay For A Wi-Fi Package. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">16)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Use A Travel Agent To Book.</span></b> Given The Complexity Of Booking A Cruise — There Are A Lot Of Decisions To Make In Cruises To Help You Arrange Things. A Good Travel Agent Will Quiz You About Your Particular Interests, Travel Style And Preferences And Steer You To The Perfect Cruise Line, Ship, Itinerary And Cabin For You. The Agent Also Can Help You If Something Goes Wrong Just Before, During Or After Your Voyage. In Addition, Travel Agents Often Can You Extra Onboard Credit And Other Perks That You Might Not Be Able To Get By Booking Directly With A Line.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">17)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Consider Travel Insurance. </span></b>It’s Not Always Smooth Seas When It Comes To Cruising — Or Any Sort Of Travel. We Hate To Even Bring It Up, But You Might Need To Cancel Your Cruise In Advance Due To The Sudden Onset Of An Illness. Or, Maybe You’ll Fall Ill During The Cruise And Need Emergency Medical Attention. Maybe Your Flight To Your Ship Gets Canceled And You Miss The Vessel’s Departure. These Sorts Of Things Can Happen To Cruisers, And They’re All The Sort Of Situations Where You Might Benefit From Having Travel Insurance. Here’s A Comparison Of The Top Travel Insurance Providers And Information About Cancel For Any Reason Add-Ons.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">18)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Don’t Book A Cabin Near An Elevator.</span></b> Not Every Cabin On A Ship Is Created Equal. When Choosing A Room On Your First Cruise, You Might Want To Stay Away From Those Near Elevators And Just Above Nightclubs And Other Late-Night Venues. They Can Sometimes Be Noisy. Cabins Just Below The Pool Deck And Near The Anchor Also Can Be Problematic As Well As Cabins Near Casinos.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>19)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Use A Points Card For Onboard Spending.</b></span> You Saw This One Coming, No? Given Tpg’s Origins As A Points And Miles Website, We’d Be Remiss If We Didn’t Remind You To Maximize Your Credit Card Points While Making Purchases On Ships. The Way To Do This Is To Tie A Credit Card That Offers Extra Points For Travel Purchases To Your Onboard Account. This Could Be The Chase Sapphire Reserve, Which Offers 3 Ultimate Rewards Points Per Dollar On Travel And Dining (Excluding The Annual $300 Travel Credit). There’s Also The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, Which Brings 2 Ultimate Rewards Points Per Dollar On Travel And 3 Ultimate Rewards Points Per Dollar On Dining.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>20)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Don’t Tip Twice For Drinks And Spa Treatment</b></span>s. Most Cruise Ships Now Automatically Add A Gratuity To Bar Bills, Often In The Amount Of 18% To 20% Of The Total. Such Automatic Gratuities Also Are Becoming More Common In Ship Spas. But Many First-Time Cruisers Don’t Know This And Write In A Hefty Tip At The “Additional Tip” Line On Bills At Cruise Ship Bars And Spas. Be Sure To Ask If A Gratuity Already Has Been Included Before Adding Another 15% Or 20% To The Total. Otherwise, You May End Up Tipping Twice.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">21)<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Use Points To Get To Your Cruise.</span></b> Using Points And Miles To Pay For A Cruise Doesn’t Always Make Sense, As It Often Requires A Huge Number Of Them To Secure A Cabin. But That Doesn’t Mean You Can’t Save Big Time By Booking Your Flights To And From A Ship Using Points And Miles. You’ll Find Plenty Of Stories Here At The Points Guy About How To, Say, Pay The Equivalent Of $1,330 In Points For A Flight That Cost $16,000, Or Book A $27,000 Around-The-World Trip For Just $168 In Out-Of-Pocket Costs. Scroll Around A Little, And You May Never Pay Cash For A Flight To A Cruise Ship Again.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: rgb(245, 245, 247); line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff; letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b>Credit For This Article Goes To Gene Sloan. Written On Jan. 23, 2023. </b></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 21pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff; letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><b>Article Was Found On Https://Thepointsguy.Com/Guide/Cruise-Tips-Tricks-Hacks/</b></span></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-29607058970560013782023-07-01T11:51:00.009-07:002023-07-01T11:51:56.558-07:00What to Pack for a Cruise – 27 Essentials<p> </p><h2 class="entry-h2" id="what-to-pack-for-a-cruise-27-essentials" style="background-color: white; border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 2.05em; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 20px 0px 10px;">What to Pack for a Cruise – 27 Essentials</h2><ul class="packing_list" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #545454; font-family: montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-1" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="natural-motion-sickness-patches" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">1.</span>Natural Motion Sickness Patches</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B00S9FSPOG" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S9FSPOG/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="motion sickness" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Motion-Sickness-Patch-rv-trip.jpg.webp" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>These little miracle workers are absolutely incredible. I normally get seasick, so the days out at sea can be quite hard. I’ve tried many different remedies — from sea bands to homeopathic pills to Dramamine (which has horrible drowsy side effects). But these new motion sickness patches work like magic! On our last cruise, I thought I was going to puke, then remembered I had them. I simply stuck them behind my ears and BAM! I wasn’t sick for the rest of the trip.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-2" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="quick-dry-travel-towel" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">2.</span>Quick-Dry Travel Towel</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B092DZPBPX" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092DZPBPX/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="HERO Travel Towel - Blue" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/HERO-Travel-Towel-Blue.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>A travel towel is a must-bring on a cruise. Cruise lines say they provide towels — but they can be a bit scarce. When they are available, they’re bulky and too big to carry on day-long excursions. By having your own travel towel, you can ensure that you’ll always have one that is compact and light as a feather. Moreover, this one dries 10x faster than cotton so you won’t have to lug wet towels after a long day at shore.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-3" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="sand-resistant-beach-bag" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">3.</span>Sand-Resistant Beach Bag</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B091BSC5SD" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091BSC5SD/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Sand-Resistant Beach Bag" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Beach-Bag-Women-Waterproof.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>One of the many things we love about cruising is island-hopping, so you can get a taste of each destination and return to the ones you enjoy most! Most stops will involve a beach along the coastline and you’ll want a sand-proof bag. This one is perfect for carrying swimsuits, snacks, changes of clothes, snorkels, etc. and even comes with an insulated cooler at the bottom for keeping your drinks nice and cold. Plus it’s compact and weighs next to nothing when empty.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-4" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="neck-wallet" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">4.</span>Neck Wallet</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07RV1L1F1" href="https://www.amazon.com/HERO-Neck-Wallet-Blocking-Pickpockets/dp/B07RV1L1F1/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Neck Wallet" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Neck-wallet.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Whenever you leave the boat, you will be told to bring your SeaPass (your room key) and a passport (or equivalent ID). This convenient little pouch safely stores your passport, driver’s license, cash, credit cards, and travel documents. If you happen to be stuck in a traffic jam (this happened to us!) or your taxi breaks down on the way back to the port and you miss your boat – you’ll be happy you have your passport with you. Additionally, it will keep everything secure so pickpockets can’t access your valuables at one of the ports.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-5" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="universal-waterproof-phone-case" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">5.</span>Universal Waterproof Phone Case</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B0C2QS75PZ" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C2QS75PZ/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Waterproof case" class="lazy" height="135" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Waterproof-case.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="135" /></a></figure>Between dreamy beaches, rocky transit boats, playing along the shore at the port, boating excursions, and swimming at the ship’s pool – your phone is likely to get wetter than you’d probably like. Protect your lifeline with an affordable waterproof phone case. This one has a universal fit so any phone will be functional underwater, able to take stunning pictures and mini-movies with sound! It’s also sand-proof and scratch-proof so your camera lenses will be safeguarded. A small investment that could literally save you thousands. Also, consider getting a <a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07F2ZL861" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F2ZL861/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel="noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">wrist float strap</a> so that if you drop your waterproof cellphone case overboard, it will float!<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-6" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="natural-hangover-relief-pills" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">6.</span>Natural Hangover Relief Pills</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B079P7FXTW" href="https://www.amazon.com/After-Alcohol-Thrive-Healthier-Consumption-Capsules/dp/B079P7FXTW/?th=1%2F%3Ftag%3D1331-crupl-20&tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="hangover pills" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/hangover-pills.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Alcohol and sun are not a good combo and when you’re cruising, you may find yourself getting a lot of both. While you’re making the most of that all-inclusive drink package, use these natural hangover prevention pills made with vitamins, electrolytes, and other safe ingredients like Dihydromyricetin that actually help a lot! The one we like is called <em style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B079P7FXTW" href="https://www.amazon.com/After-Alcohol-Thrive-Healthier-Consumption-Capsules/dp/B079P7FXTW/?th=1%2F%3Ftag%3D1331-crupl-20&tag=466453-cruise-20" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Cheers</a></em> and was featured on Shark Tank. With proven liver support that detoxes alcohol faster, it worked for us!<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-7" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="tsa-approved-luggage-locks" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">7.</span>TSA-Approved Luggage Locks</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B0053EA9OK" href="https://www.amazon.com/Lewis-N-Clark-TSA-Approved-Luggage/dp/B0053EA9OK/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="luggage locks" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/luggage-locks.jpg.webp" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Between flying to the port, handing over your bag for delivery at your suite, and exploring cities that are targeted by pickpockets – these TSA-approved luggage locks are crucial to a worry-free travel experience. Many tourist-filled destinations are hot spots for thieves that work in groups to distract and rob you. We put these locks on our suitcases and backpacks to keep this preventable crime at bay. A lock should deter any sticky fingers and this set is 10x harder to crack than typical 3-digit locks.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-8" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="packable-just-in-case-bag" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">8.</span>Packable “Just in Case” Bag</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B09YR3MN6F" href="https://www.amazon.com/WANDF-Foldable-Travel-Luggage-Resistant/dp/B09YR3MN6F/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Just in Case bag" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Just-in-case-bag.jpg-edited-140x140-2.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Cruising is an amazing (and duty-free!) opportunity to pick up gifts and souvenirs wherever you drop anchor. There are also luxury stores onboard that frequently sell popular brands and hand-crafted jewelry. This “just in case” bag folds to the size of a large sandwich when empty, but when full, it can carry your tax-free treats like <em style="box-sizing: border-box;">liquor, luxury purses, cosmetics, skincare, clothes, ornaments, photos, art, and exotic souvenirs from your daytrips</em>. If flying to your port, it’s also a brilliant way to save yourself carry-on fees since it counts as a personal item bag.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-9" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="packing-cubes" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">9.</span>Packing Cubes</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07SKB9PL9" href="https://www.amazon.com/HERO-Packing-Cubes-Set-Organizers/dp/B07SKB9PL9/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Packing Cubes" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Hero-Travel-Supply-Packing-Cubes.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Organization is key when packing for a cruise because unless you can afford a penthouse – your stateroom will be tiny! These economical luxury organizers are flexible and zippered so that you can pack them and place them neatly into your luggage and then place them directly into the drawers of your room without needing to unpack. You can label each cube (tops, pants, that sexy dress, swimwear, essentials, etc.), and they keep your items contained so that you never have to rummage around for what you need. Besides offering sanity and bliss, they also free up space for that duty-free merchandise you may be bringing home!<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-10" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="travel-insurance-for-cruising" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">10.</span>Travel Insurance for Cruising</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a href="https://www.withfaye.com/?utm_medium=gd-comparisons&utm_source=theswiftest&utm_campaign=general_us&utm_content=AFCruise" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Faye Travel Insurance" class="lazy" height="227" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Faye_logo_smaller_47K_size_100_resolution_Avenir_Font.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="373" /></a></figure>Having good coverage is absolutely critical (especially in the age of COVID). Cruising often makes you think that you’re still in America because that’s often where the boat starts its journey. But think about where you’re going and if you’d like to be in a local hospital in an emergency (keeping in mind that your domestic coverage likely does not protect you when traveling abroad).<p></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;">We recommend <em style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.withfaye.com/?utm_medium=gd-comparisons&utm_source=theswiftest&utm_campaign=general_us&utm_content=AFCruise" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Faye</a></em> for finding the right plan. Emergencies of many kinds (urgent trips home, medical problems, thefts, COVID-19 evacuations, cancellations, etc.) are all typically covered, so it’s better to be safe than sorry. You can even get coverage for hurricanes & inclement weather and many plans have the option of “cancel for any reason” (if you buy it within 15 days of your trip) which is handy to have these days!</p><div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-11" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="lipstick-sized-portable-charger" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">11.</span>Lipstick-Sized Portable Charger</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07GQS8R3N" href="https://www.amazon.com/BONAI-Ultra-Compact-High-Speed-Compatible-Samsung-Rose/dp/B07GQS8R3N/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Lipstick-Sized Charger" class="lazy" height="138" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/cellphone-charger.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Considering you will have long days at stops with potentially unpredictable power grids – you will be happy to have a portable charger. This one is our favorite because it’s about the size of a lipstick tube yet charges multiple devices in a day. We throw it in our backpack and can enjoy excursions without worry. It’s also nice because the ship is HUGE and you don’t want to walk (what feels like miles) back to your suite for a quick charge. Party the night away, feel free to explore, and always stay connected with the ability to snap that perfect Instagram selfie when traveling in foreign destinations.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-12" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="swimsuit-cover-up" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">12.</span>Swimsuit Cover-Up</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B01CK6YQ24" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CK6YQ24/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="swim" class="lazy" height="135" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Swimsuit-1-1.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="135" /></a></figure>I am madly in love with this cover-up! It’s my go-to whenever cruising or visiting coastal towns. I just throw it over my swimsuit and feel totally comfortable traveling through the boat to the beach or on an excursion. It’s sexy but modest and comfortable enough to wear while walking around the cruise ports or casually exploring the ship. The lightweight material makes it dry super quick and it’s breathable – plus it’ll take up no room in your suitcase.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-13" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="affordable-underwater-camera" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">13.</span>Affordable Underwater Camera</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B076DD5JNS" href="https://www.amazon.com/AKASO-Underwater-Waterproof-Camcorder-Accessories/dp/B076DD5JNS/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="underwater camera" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/camera.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Cruises almost always take you to crystal-clear seas and underwater cameras are really fun to have in tow. We got so many great videos of my little son in the waves, my hubby snorkeling, and me hanging on the beach thanks to ours. We really like this little camera because it’s a fraction of the price of a <a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B01C80O0ZU" href="https://www.amazon.com/GoPro-CHDHS-102-HERO-Session/dp/B01C80O0ZU/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">GoPro</a> but still works beautifully in 4K. Leave the <a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07C2Z21X5" href="https://www.amazon.com/Canon-Rebel-T7-18-55mm-II/dp/B07C2Z21X5/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel="noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">DSLR</a> at home, this camera will help you document all those breathtaking moments or that priceless underwater family self portrait.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-14" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="virtual-private-network-vpn" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">14.</span>Virtual Private Network (VPN)</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right big_img" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 300px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="nrdvpn_aff" href="https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=252&aff_id=6686&url_id=704&source=466453-cruise-20" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Virtual Private Network (VPN)" class="lazy" height="145" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/vpn-1024x372.png" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="400" /></a></figure>When stopping at ports, you’ll likely want to get on various WiFi’s at restaurants, coffee shops, and beachside hangouts – but if you don’t have a VPN, then there is a chance you’ll compromise your security. This means potentially putting your passwords, credit card details, and online identity at risk of being stolen by hackers who prey on unsuspecting tourists.<p></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;">A simple tap on your phone or click on your laptop is all you need to activate the VPN on-the-go, and you can then browse the Internet worry-free. <em style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a class="nrdvpn_aff" href="https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=252&aff_id=6686&url_id=704&source=466453-cruise-20" rel="noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">NordVPN</a></em> is our preferred provider. They offer exceptional service at an inexpensive price, so it’s really a no-brainer for any kind of travel.</p><div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-15" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="kids-snorkle-life-vest" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">15.</span>Kid’s Snorkle & Life Vest</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B09PDDL97D" href="https://www.amazon.com/Zipoute-Snorkel-Snorkeling-Panoramic-Anti-Leak/dp/B09PDDL97D/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Shark mask snorkel kids" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Shark-mask-edited-140x140px-1.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>While adult rentals are readily available, it is much more difficult to find a child’s snorkel mask that actually fits your little one’s face! In many destinations, rentals may not even be available. This anti-leak snorkel mask is essential for families that plan to do any water activities. The full-face design feels safer to new swimmers because can simply breathe normally without a mouthpiece. Don’t forget a safety <a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B01M01MSJP" href="https://www.amazon.com/Speedo-Begin-Classic-Berry-Medium/dp/B01M01MSJP/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">life vest</a> that will give your kiddos full confidence in the water!<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-16" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="deet-free-mosquito-repellent-bracelets" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">16.</span>Deet-Free Mosquito Repellent Bracelets</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07DWKQRSF" href="https://www.amazon.com/Mosquito-Guard-Repellent-Individually-Ingredients/dp/B07DWKQRSF/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Deet-Free Mosquito Repellent Bracelets" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Mosquito-Guard-Repellent-Individually-Ingredients.jpg.webp" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Mosquitoes are an issue in most of the places frequented by cruise lines, puerly because all of the most sought-after tropical locations are perfect for these bloodsucking pests. To protect yourself, be sure to bring these mosquito-repellent wristbands that are natural and non-toxic. I always recommend a deet-free option to keep chemical exposure to a minimum. These wristbands are safe and effective, much easier to wear than having to reapply a spray over and over.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-17" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="windproof-travel-umbrella" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">17.</span>Windproof Travel Umbrella</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07VLPD1NN" href="https://www.amazon.com/HERO-Travel-Umbrella-Protection-Resistance/dp/B07VLPD1NN/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="travel umbrella" class="lazy" height="145" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/travel-umbrella.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="145" /></a></figure>Most cruises go to locations that experience a surprising amount of rain. On the several cruises we’ve done, there have always been rainy days where we wished we had a travel umbrella to avert getting drenched! When you’re out at sea, it’s often <em style="box-sizing: border-box;">wildly windy </em>too, so you’ll want one that is windproof. The additional benefit of an umbrella is you can also use it for sun and UV protection on those really hot days that will likely burn you otherwise.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-18" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="discounted-tickets-on-popular-cruise-destination-shore-excursions" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">18.</span>Discounted Tickets on Popular Cruise Destination Shore Excursions</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="getguide_aff" href="https://www.getyourguide.com/?partner_id=02J6TT0&cmp=466453-cruise-20" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="get your guide" class="lazy" height="318" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/GetYourGuide-logo-400x318.png" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="400" /></a></figure>Shore excursions are way cheaper than the lame ones offered by the cruise lines (who often jack up the price to take a hefty commission). <em style="box-sizing: border-box;">Get Your Guide</em> is our favorite booking service for the most authentic tours purchased directly from the local companies.<p></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;">Based on the most popular cruising ports – some activities to check out include: Swimming with dolphins in <a class="getguide_aff" href="https://www.getyourguide.com/san-miguel-de-cozumel-l141611/cozumel-island-dolphin-swim-t407633/?partner_id=02J6TT0&cmp=466453-cruise-20&mkt_cmp=true" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Cozumel</a>, attending an authentic luau in <a class="getguide_aff" href="https://www.getyourguide.com/island-of-hawaii-l661/kailua-voyagers-of-the-pacific-luau-with-buffet-t239397/?partner_id=02J6TT0&cmp=466453-cruise-20&mkt_cmp=true" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Hawaii</a>, and whale-watching in <a class="getguide_aff" href="https://www.getyourguide.com/juneau-alaska-l32582/juneau-whale-watching-cruise-with-snacks-and-drinks-t411304/?partner_id=02J6TT0&cmp=466453-cruise-20&mkt_cmp=true" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Alaska</a>. Whether you’re cruising through the Bahamas or the Greek Isles, they offer discounted experiences like snorkeling with wild pigs in <a class="getguide_aff" href="https://www.getyourguide.com/nassau-l326/nassau-3-island-private-speedboat-and-snorkel-tour-t419389/?partner_id=02J6TT0&cmp=466453-cruise-20&mkt_cmp=true" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Nassau</a>, visiting the best wineries in <a class="getguide_aff" href="https://www.getyourguide.com/santorini-l753/santorini-5-hour-small-group-wine-tasting-tours-t92466/?partner_id=02J6TT0&cmp=466453-cruise-20&mkt_cmp=true" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Santorini</a>, and climbing the ancient Mayan Ruins of the <a class="getguide_aff" href="https://www.getyourguide.com/chichen-itza-l785/chichen-itza-and-cenote-ik-kil-small-group-full-day-tour-t405821/?partner_id=02J6TT0&cmp=466453-cruise-20&mkt_cmp=true" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Mexican Riviera</a>.</p><div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-19" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="activated-charcoal-food-poisoning-remedy" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">19.</span>Activated Charcoal (Food Poisoning Remedy)</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B00016WU2E" href="https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Way-Charcoal-Activated-Packaging/dp/B00016WU2E/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Activated Charcoal (Food Poisoning Remedy)" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Activated-Charcoal-1.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Do not leave home without these charcoal tablets. Cruising often offers a false sense of security. You think, “Oh I’m on an ‘American’ boat, food will be safe. There shouldn’t be any problem with food poisoning or stomach viruses, right?” Wrong. You will most likely be visiting foreign countries like Mexico, Bahamas, Jamaica, St. Maarten, Honduras, Greece, etc., and all of these places are known for serious traveler’s diarrhea. Unfortunately, cruise ships are notorious for folks getting sick at the buffets. These puppies will save the day. No one wants to spend their whole vacation in the tiny ship’s swaying bathroom. Trust me! (Of course, you should always consult your doctor).<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-20" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="long-sleeved-swim-rash-guard" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">20.</span>Long-Sleeved Swim Rash Guard</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07V6YXFB9" href="https://www.amazon.com/HISKYWIN-Protection-Adjustable-Swimsuit-HF805-Black-XXL/dp/B07V6YXFB9/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="rash guard" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Rash-Guard.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Being that most tropical destinations are closer to the equator, the sun in Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Southern Caribbean can be extremely harsh. I almost never burn and I turned red like a tomato on our first trip! It was a good reminder of the importance of covering up whether on the boat during cruising days or lounging at the beach. My husband is fair-skinned and cannot go to the beach without using a <a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B00JYCKSHK" href="https://www.amazon.com/Kanu-Surf-Sleeve-Platinum-Rashguard/dp/B00JYCKSHK/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel="nofollow noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">men’s rash guard</a>. This one (pictured) is super stylish and flattering for women while offering serious UPF/UV sun protection – you can’t go wrong with it.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-21" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="water-resistant-backpack" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">21.</span>Water-Resistant Backpack</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B01DNGEORW" href="https://www.amazon.com/ZOMAKE-Lightweight-Packable-Backpack-Resistant/dp/B01DNGEORW/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Water-Resistant Backpack " class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Water-Resistant-Backpack.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>A water-resistant daypack is a seriously non-negotiable item for me when cruising. Not only are you literally surrounded by water all day, but the little boats that bring you to excursions and land can easily soak your things. My backpack actually fell in the water once and all of my stuff got ruined… Learn from my mistakes and protect your essentials with this backpack. Whether boating, snorkeling, or just docking – you will be happy to have it. This one folds up into its own tiny storage pouch when not in use.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-22" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="cooling-towel-set" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">22.</span>Cooling Towel Set</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B098XVX2NS" href="https://www.amazon.com/Hero-Cooling-Travel-Hiking-Microfiber/dp/B098XVX2NS/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="towel pink" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/towel-pink.png" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Most cruise destinations are for hot locations (even during the winter months) so traveling with this cooling towel is a necessity for me. I hate feeling overheated and even though the comfort of air conditioning is available inside the ship, the deck is often scorching and AC is hard to come by at the port. If I’m strolling through the streets, visiting markets or other tourist attractions, I always carry this towel with me. For relief, you simply wet the towel, wring it out and apply it to your neck or shoulders for instant comfort. The towel is chemical-free and comes in a small case that prevents the other items in my daypack from getting damp.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-23" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="gorgeous-dress" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">23.</span>Gorgeous Dress</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B01M1E9KDT" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M1E9KDT/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="dress" class="lazy" height="155" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/dress.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">By day</em>, a cover-up may do the trick – but <em style="box-sizing: border-box;">by night</em>, you will need something a bit fancier! From the multiple dining options onboard to the inevitable dance club and lounge visits, this sexy cocktail dress is the ideal evening look. Most people go on vacation to feast and there will be no shortage of meals on a cruise ship, I like that this look covers my tummy yet hugs the curves for a modest look that complements all body types. We’re going for – <em style="box-sizing: border-box;">affordably chic while looking like a million bucks!</em><div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-24" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="slip-on-mesh-water-shoes" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">24.</span>Slip-On Mesh Water Shoes</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07PWCQHWZ" href="https://www.amazon.com/L-RUN-Women-Barefoot-Flexible-Purple/dp/B07PWCQHWZ/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Slip-On Mesh Water Shoes" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/L-RUN-Women-Barefoot-Flexible-Purple.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>In tropical locations, it’s likely that you’ll be in and out of the water while you’re exploring or taking part in shore activities – and flip-flops are not going to cut it. You’ll want something comfortable that can go from land to sea so you can wear them while walking around beachside towns or trails and then hop right into the water for some snorkeling. You don’t want to worry about getting sand or water in your heavy hiking shoes, causing you to slosh around and be weighed down. Plus, there are many beaches and reefs where it’s not a good idea to go barefoot, so these mesh water shoes are a safe solution.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-25" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="sand-resistant-beach-blanket" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">25.</span>Sand-Resistant Beach Blanket</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B074ZJF57H" href="https://www.amazon.com/Chillax-WellaX-Sand-Beach-Blanket/dp/B074ZJF57H/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="beach blanket" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/sandproof-beach-blanket.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>A high-quality beach blanket is hard to find but will be a game-changer when cruising. This one by Wellax is made of parachute-like material that drys in no time, and sand can’t stick to it – no more sand grains in your picnic snacks! It folds up into a little carry bag and even has a pocket for your belongings such as keys and cell phones. Pair it with the <a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B092DZPBPX" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092DZPBPX/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel="noopener" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">travel towel</a> and you will have everything you need for a low-stress day in the sun.<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-26" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(215, 218, 243); border-bottom-style: solid; border-image: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-left-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 30px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="hanging-toiletry-bag" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">26.</span>Hanging Toiletry Bag</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B07WNDTQ7S" href="https://www.amazon.com/Hanging-Toiletry-Bag-Men-Women/dp/B07WNDTQ7S/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Hanging Toiletry Bag" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Hanging-Toiletry-Bag-Men-Women.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Ships – even big, stable ones like cruise ships – tend to rock back and forth. They also leave a lot to be desired as far as countertop space and you may find yourself shrugging in disbelief at your 25-square-foot bathroom! Because of this, leaving your toiletries or makeup out and on the counter in your room is not a practical idea. A hanging toiletry bag makes packing extremely easy and keeps items organized and in-place so you always have access to what you need. When you’re ready to pack it away, all you do is fold it back up and go!<div class="clearfix last_element" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></div></div></li><li class="packing_item " id="packinglist-27" style="border-bottom: none; border-image: initial; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 0px 20px; position: relative;"><h3 id="packable-sun-hat" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #333333; font-size: 1.55em; line-height: 1.2em; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;">27.</span>Packable Sun Hat</h3><div class="text" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 1.3em; outline: none; padding: 0px;"></p><figure class="align-right " style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; max-width: 150px; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><a class="amzn_aff" data-amzn-asin="B092ZC5P9P" href="https://www.amazon.com/Joywant-Womens-Protection-Packable-Hat-Beige/dp/B092ZC5P9P/?tag=466453-cruise-20" rel=" " style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1122cc; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Packable Sun Hat" class="lazy" height="140" src="https://www.asherfergusson.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Joywant-Womens-Protection-Packable-Hat-Beige.jpg" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; vertical-align: middle;" width="140" /></a></figure>Since the most popular cruising routes sweep across the Bahamas, Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Hawaii, and Alaska – you will always need a decent sun hat. This one is my go-to because it is wide-brimmed and sweat-resistant, but most of all, it is packable! I’ve never met a hat that didn’t look completely destroyed and disheveled after a day in my suitcase. But this one rolls up to maintain a chic shape, making it ideal for wanderlusters that don’t want the sun in their eyes all day.<p></p></div></li></ul><div><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><b><i><u>Credit For The Article Goes To The Author Lyric Fergusson On April 6, 2023. Information Was Found On https://www.asherfergusson.com/. </u></i></b></span></span></div>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-49199637281400737712023-05-14T10:50:00.002-07:002023-05-14T10:50:24.870-07:00Top 10 Reasons To Go On A Cruise <p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow", sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;">Top 10 Reasons To
Cruise</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Written By Erica
Silverstein – Contributor For Cruise Critic. Com - </span><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Updated February
21, 2023</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Travelers Rely
On Popular Cruising Myths Like "I'll Get Seasick" And "I'll Feel
Claustrophobic On A Ship" As Their Reasons For Why They've Not Yet Crossed
The Gangway.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">At The Same
Time, Compelling Lures, Like Commercials You See On TV Of Families Sliding Down
Onboard Waterslides Or Of Couples Gazing Out To Sea From Their Private Balcony,
Are Tempting. Friends Who Have Cruised And Who Come Home From Holiday Just Raving
About The Experience Make It Sound Even More Tantalizing.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You're Among
Those Who Are Considering A First Cruise But Haven't Yet Taken The Leap, Cruise
Critic Editors And Members Highlight What They Love Most About Life At Sea.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">A Cruise
Vacation Offers Great Value<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruises Offer
Great Value For Your Vacation Dollar Because The Fares Include Nearly
Everything You'll Need For A Fantastic Trip: Food, Accommodations, Daytime And
Evening Entertainment And Transportation Between Destinations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">We Regularly See
Fares On Mainstream Cruise Lines For Under $100 Per Person, Per Night, Which Is
Astonishingly Cheaper Than You'd Spend On Land For A Hotel, Dinner And A Show.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">On Some Lines,
Kids Even Sail Free Or At Discounted Rates When Sharing A Cabin With Two
Adults. Looking For Luxury Cruises? Upscale Lines Are Even More Inclusive,
With Alcohol And Soft Drinks, Gratuities, Shore Tours, Onboard Spending Credits
And Even Flights Bundled Into The Fare. There Are Also Plenty Of Budget
Cruises For You To Peruse And Consider.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">See Multiple
Vacation Destinations, But Unpack Only Once On A Cruise<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">On A Cruise, You
Unpack Your Bags Only Once And Your Floating Hotel Takes You From City To City
Or From Island To Island And There's No Need To Mess With Bus, Train Or Ferry
Schedules-- Or Lug Your Suitcase Along Cobblestone Streets.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Every Morning,
You'll Wake Up In A New Place Without Having To Move Yourself. Can't Decide
Between St. Lucia And Barbados, Or Italy Or Spain? Why Choose? Pick
An Itinerary That Visits All The Cities On Your Wish List.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruise Ships Are
Family Friendly<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">From Tots To
Teens, Grandparents To Grandkids, Cruises Are Fun For All Ages. If You're
Struggling To Find A Vacation That Your Five-, 10- And 15-Year-Old Will All
Love -- And That Has Adult Activities, Too -- Ships Now Have Extensive Kids'
Facilities, Split By Age.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Teens Have Their
Own Cool Hangouts, Far Away From The Play Areas For The Little Ones (And
Certainly A Nice Distance From Parent-Friendly Pools And Bars). How Can You Not
Love A Trip That Features Video Games And Swimming Pools, While
Offering Time For Families To Be Together At Dinner Or On Shoreside
Excursions?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Plus, Parents
Can Even Sneak In A Romantic Dinner Alone By Taking Advantage Of Late-Night
Hours In The Kids' Club.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruise Ships
Come In All Shapes And Sizes<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">The Ideal Cruise
Ship For One Person May Be A Mega-Ship Outfitted With Onboard Rock-Climbing
Walls And Outdoor Movie Theaters, While Another Will Prefer An Intimate Ship
With An Upscale Ambience And Someone Else Will Want The Seafaring Experience Of
A Masted Tall Sailing Ship. Luckily, All Those Different Types Of Cruise Ships
Exist.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">From French
Country Waterways' 12-Person River Barges To Royal Caribbean's 5,400-Passenger Oasis
Of The Seas. More Options Range From The Luxurious Seabourn Odyssey To
The Minimalist Sailing Ships Of Star Clippers And Even To
Ice-Strengthened Expedition Ships Like The Hurtigruten Fram.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Ships Offer A Variety
Of Onboard Activities<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Today's Cruise
Ships Are Designed To Keep Everyone Happy. Want To Pamper Yourself At The Spa
While Your Spouse Hits The Cruise Ship Casino? Or Lounge In The Sun
Reading A Book While Your Family Plays Basketball? You Can Do It All And Then
Some As There Are Numerous Cruise Ship Activities To Choose From.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">You Can Go To An
Educational Lecture, A Wine Tasting, A Computer Class Or A Dance Workshop;
Paint Pottery, Play Bridge, Learn A Language Or Do Yoga; Dine At A Casual
Buffet, A Fancy Sit-Down Restaurant, A Sushi Bar, A Diner Or A Steakhouse; And
Watch A Movie, A Comedy Routine, A Song-And-Dance Show Or Live Music
Performance.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">And If All You
Want To Do Is Nothing While The Ship Sails From Port To Port, You Can Do That,
Too. Anything Is Possible Aboard A Cruise Ship.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruise Vacations
Are Easy To Plan<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Because Cruise
Vacations Package Together Transportation And Accommodations, They're Very Easy
To Plan. Pick Your Ship, Itinerary And Cabin, And Away You Go; No Searching For
Hotels In Your Price Range, No Coordinating Travel Between Cities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">You Can Even Get
Your Travel Agent To Arrange Your Airfare For You -- Or Choose A Departure Port
Within Driving Distance To Eliminate That Extra Planning Step.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">It's A Cinch
To Book Group Cruises As Well. Cruise Lines Have Plans In Place For
Group Travel, Eliminating The Hassle Of Coordinating Your 20 Family Members And
Friends From Around The Country Who Want To Vacation With You. Book Enough
Cabins And You'll Even Get Extra Perks, Including A Potential Free Fare.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruise Ships Are
Floating Cities<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You're
Concerned About Being Stranded In The Middle Of The Ocean, Relax Because You
Are In Safe Hands. Cruise Ships Are Like Floating Cities With Everything You
Could Possibly Want Or Need Onboard.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Today's Vessels
Are Outfitted With Wi-Fi, Cell Service And Satellite TV So You Can Stay In
Touch With The "Real World" During Your Cruise (If You Even Want To).
Onboard Shops Sell The Toiletries You Forgot To Pack, Medical Centers Can
Provide Medications Or A Doctor's Services If Needed, And Laundry
Facilities Let You Wash Your Clothes Mid-Cruise So You Don't Need To
Over-Pack.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Of Course,
There's Also The Fun Stuff Like Gyms, Multiple Restaurants, Movie Screens,
Spas, Swimming Pools, Theaters And Discos. And, In The Very Rare Emergency,
There Are Always Enough Lifeboats For Everyone Onboard.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruise Ships Can
Go Anywhere, Far And Wide<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">A Cruise Is One
Of The Best Ways To See The Most Exotic And Foreign Destinations In The World
In An Easy And Comfortable Way.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruise Itineraries
Offer Calls At Major Cities And Picturesque Villages, All Of Which Will Be
Regional Highlights, So You Don't Have To Do The Research On The Best Places To
Visit In An Unfamiliar Destination.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You're
Uncomfortable With Independent Sightseeing In A New Locale, Simply Take A
Ship's Tour With English-Speaking Guides. Or Team Up With More Experienced
Travelers You Meet Online Or Onboard To Share A Cab Or Private Guide.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruising Is
Romantic For Couples<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Anyone Who's
Watched "The Love Boat" Knows That There's A Romance To Sea Travel. The
Wind In Your Hair, The Vistas Of Endless Ocean, The Stars Twinkling Above At
Night-- All Set The Mood For Love And Romance. It May Sound A Bit Cliche, But
They're Real Experiences Onboard Nonetheless.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You Want To
Rekindle The Spark With Your Sweetie, A Cruise Vacation Provides Plenty Of
Together Time: Sharing Side-By-Side Lounge Chairs By The Pool, A Table For Two
At Dinner, Dancing In The Evening Or Sharing Quality Time Onshore.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruise Lines
Also Have Special Packages For Honeymoons, Vow Renewals And Weddings
Onboard And Onshore.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cruising Is
Great For Socializing And Making New Friends<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You Love To
Meet People From Around The Country And The World, Cruising Provides A
Wonderful Opportunity To Make New Friends. Even Before You Embark, You Can
Connect With Cruisers On Cruise Critic's Roll Call Forums And Create Groups To
Go On Independent Excursions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Onboard, You'll
Meet People At Your Dinner Table, At The Piano Bar Or By The Pool. The Person
Seated Next To You Might Be From Paris, Texas, Or Paris, France; London, Ontario,
Or London, England. Kids Can Find Playmates Their Own Age During
Youth Activities, So They're Not Always With Adults Or Their Older Or Younger
Siblings. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Looking For Mr.
Or Ms. Right? We Have Proof That Many Long-Term Relationships Begin During A
Vacation At Sea.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-64578532475261247352023-03-10T13:30:00.007-08:002023-03-10T13:30:47.686-08:00Do I Need A Passport<p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"> </span></p><div class="td-post-header td-pb-padding-side" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.75); box-sizing: border-box; padding: 20px 19px 0px 20px;"><header style="box-sizing: border-box;"><h1 class="entry-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; letter-spacing: -0.02em; line-height: 40px; margin: 6px 0px 7px; overflow-wrap: break-word; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The Importance of a Passport: Why Is It So Necessary for Traveling?</span></h1><h1 class="entry-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.02em; line-height: 40px; margin: 6px 0px 7px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></h1><h1 class="entry-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.02em; line-height: 40px; margin: 6px 0px 7px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Do I need a passport to travel? The answer is yes. A passport is the only acceptable document that will allow you to enter any country in the world. When traveling, it’s important to have all of your documentation go through customs without any trouble. This post will teach you how and why passports are necessary for travelers.</span></h1></header></div><div class="td-post-content td-pb-padding-side" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.75); border-bottom-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); border-left-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); border-right-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); border-top: 1px solid rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 24px; padding: 20px 19px 0px 20px;"><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; letter-spacing: -0.02em; line-height: 38px; margin: 30px 0px 20px;"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">What is a passport?</span></h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">A passport is an internationally recognized travel document that permits the bearer to cross international borders. It typically includes a person’s name, place, date of birth, photo, signature, sex, nationality, or citizenship. Passports are issued by national governments for use by their citizens and serve as valid identification for people who lack other forms of identification, such as driver’s licenses or state-issued ID cards.</span></p><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; letter-spacing: -0.02em; line-height: 38px; margin: 30px 0px 20px;"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">For Traveling</span></h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">A passport can be used when traveling by airplane, car, train, or boat between countries. The government requires every person to have one to leave or re-enter the country. Passports are also necessary because of how convenient they make traveling. It is good to check your passport index to know how many countries you can travel to with your passport vice-free. And the ones you need to have a vice. You can’t go through ticket check-ins or security checkpoints without a passport, and you generally won’t be allowed to board your plane if they don’t have one on file. </span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">If your passport isn’t up-to-date, then you may run into trouble with customs officials or even miss out on special flight deals. For example, if your passport expires within six months after a visit to another country and doesn’t allow entry to people with passports that will expire in less than six months, you may be denied entry. In other cases, A US citizen who does not have a valid US passport may not be allowed back into the United States from another country even though they hold citizenship status there too. That is because their passports will expire before their return flight home, which would cause them problems at customs upon returning home (USA). </span></p><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; letter-spacing: -0.02em; line-height: 38px; margin: 30px 0px 20px;"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">For Identification</span></h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">A passport is the only acceptable form of identification for international travel. If you aren’t carrying your passport, it’s virtually impossible to enter another country by airplane or ship without being denied entry. In addition to identifying yourself through your photo and signature, passports are marked with a unique number called an “international standard serial number,” which allows customs officials to access your personal information quickly. The government of a specific nation issues passports rather than private companies like airlines, making having one an integral part of international travel.</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">If you’re ever denied entry into another country because they didn’t believe you were who you said you were or they couldn’t verify your identity, you’ll probably need to show them your passport. This is especially true if they suspect that you’re carrying false identification or are a citizen of another country traveling on an expired visa, a government-issued travel document that allows people from certain countries to enter and leave.</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Having all of this information in one place and easily accessible is the primary reason why you need to carry your passport when traveling internationally. It’s easy for customs officials to verify whether or not you’re allowed into their country, and it will enable them to access important information in case they need it quickly.</span></p><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; letter-spacing: -0.02em; line-height: 38px; margin: 30px 0px 20px;"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Proof of Citizenship</span></h2><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.02em; line-height: 38px; margin: 30px 0px 20px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Having a passport is one of the best ways to protect yourself when traveling abroad. Not only does it make life easier and more convenient, but if something goes wrong while you’re away from home, such as losing your luggage or getting sick, at least you’ll have something that proves who you are and where you’re from. It proves you can enter another country if needed, and it usually has an expiration date. </span></h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">It is essential for children because any parent traveling with their child must have proof of citizenship on hand to cross international borders. If the parents don’t have passports or their travel documents, expire while they’re abroad, or if they decide to stay longer than expected, the child will have to be sent home as soon as possible.</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">It’s essential to hold a valid passport if you plan on traveling internationally. If it’s expired, lost, or stolen, you need to replace it as soon as possible because this document is the key to your entrance into another country and will allow customs officials to verify who you are when entering their borders.</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 1.72; margin-bottom: 24px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Credit For This Article: Written By Allen Brown & On www.drifttravel.com </span></p></div>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-62956155249564265922022-12-11T13:56:00.004-08:002022-12-11T13:56:51.780-08:00Please Vote - Travel Agency Of The Year! <p> <span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Voting Is Now Open For Gulfshore Life "Best Of" Contest. 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margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;">Richard Branson's cruise line Virgin Voyages has stopped requiring travelers to get tested before embarking on a voyage, becoming the first major cruise line to eliminate testing for sailings in the United States.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-1" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-2" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;">The new rules will go into effect on July 24 for sailings on the <em style="box-sizing: border-box; font-variation-settings: "ital" 0.75;">Valiant Lady</em> and go into effect on July 27 for sailings on the <em style="box-sizing: border-box; font-variation-settings: "ital" 0.75;">Scarlet Lady</em>, <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="1" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="externalLink" href="https://www.virginvoyages.com/voyage-well#general-information" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;" target="_blank">according to the company</a>. Most travelers will still be required to be vaccinated to board, but the cruise line said it would open up to 10% of its capacity to unvaccinated cruisers.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-3" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-4" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;">All crew will still be fully vaccinated.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-5" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;">The new policy comes "In response to the discontinuation of the CDC's Voluntary Program for the Cruise Industry," according to Virgin Voyages.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-7" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-8" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;">Earlier this week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="1" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-news/cdc-to-end-program-tracking-covid19-cases" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">officially ended its pandemic-era program for cruise ships</a>, choosing to no longer display the number of COVID-19 cases online. The move comes months after the agency <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="2" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-news/cdc-covid-guidance-conditional-sail-order-optional" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">allowed its Conditional Sail Order to expire</a>, a policy that was first implemented when the agency <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="3" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-news/cdc-lifts-covid-no-sail-order" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">lifted a previous No Sail Order</a> in October 2020.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-9" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-10" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;">Several cruise lines have since <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="1" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/cruises/cruise-lines-drop-covid-19-capacity-protocol" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">stopped limiting capacity on cruises</a>, including <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="2" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/cruises/virgin-voyages-delays-resilient-lady-debut" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">Virgin Voyages</a>, as well as relaxed onboard masking policies like <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="3" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-news/norwegian-cruise-line-drops-mask-mandate" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean</a>, and <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="4" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-news/carnival-cruise-lifts-mask-requirement-march" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">Carnival Cruise Line</a>.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-11" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><div class="comp mntl-native-fluid mntl-native" data-right-rail-index="2" id="mntl-native-fluid_2-0" style="--native-ad-height: auto; box-sizing: border-box; height: var(--native-ad-height); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; width: 600px;"><div class="comp scads-to-load mntl-native__adunit mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt native dynamic js-immediate-ad" id="mntl-native__adunit_2-0" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; max-width: none; padding: 0px; text-align: center;"></div></div></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-12" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;">The CDC currently <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="1" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="externalLink" href="https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/cruise/covid-19-cruise-ship-guidance.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;" target="_blank">recommends</a> all travelers are "up to date" with their COVID-19 vaccines before boarding a cruise, "highly" recommends cruise ships require testing within one day of embarkation, and asks cruise lines to "consider" operating with at least 90% passengers and 95% crew up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-13" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-14" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;">While <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="1" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/cruises/jennifer-lopez-virgin-voyages-partnership-jlo-beauty" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">Virgin Voyages</a> is the first <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="2" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/worlds-best/best-mega-ship-ocean-cruise-lines-2022" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">cruise line</a> to change its testing policy for sailings in the U.S., others have eliminated testing for sailings outside the country, like Azamara, which told <em style="box-sizing: border-box; font-variation-settings: "ital" 0.75;">Travel Leisure</em> it will eliminate testing on cruises where it is not required by local country regulations starting July 25, including for sailings out of <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="3" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-guide/amsterdam" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">Amsterdam</a>, <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="4" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-guide/barcelona" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;">Barcelona</a>, and Southampton, England.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-15" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-16" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;"><a data-component="link" data-ordinal="1" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="externalLink" href="https://www.ncl.com/sail-safe" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); outline: 0px; text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; transition: color 0.15s ease-out 0s;" target="_blank">Norwegian Cruise Line</a> has also eliminated testing for vaccinated travelers for all cruises sailing from any port except in the U.S., Canada, or Piraeus, Greece.</p><div class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-17" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div><p class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html" id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-18" style="box-sizing: border-box; counter-reset: section 0; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.75rem; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; text-underline-offset: 0.25rem;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box; font-variation-settings: "ital" 0.75;">Alison Fox is a contributing writer for Travel + Leisure.</em></p></div></div></div>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-68264721923034652382022-07-03T10:21:00.001-07:002022-07-03T10:21:02.749-07:00COVID-19 Testing No Longer Required<p> </p><div class="tsg-rwd-page-subheader" style="font-family: robotocondensed-regular-webfont; font-size: 16px;"><h1 style="font-family: robotocondensed-bold-webfont !important; font-size: 1.5em; font-weight: normal; margin-top: 5px;">COVID-19 Testing Order Rescinded</h1></div><div class="tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx parsys"><div class="tsg-rwd-text parbase section"><div style="margin-top: 5px;"><p style="color: #444444; font-family: robotocondensed-regular-webfont; font-size: 16px;"></p><div class="tsg-rwd-emergency-alert-text" style="float: left; padding: 8px 24.625px; width: 566.525px;"><p style="color: #444444; font-family: robotocondensed-regular-webfont; font-size: 16px;">COVID-19 Testing No Longer Required for U.S. Entry as of June 12, 2022</p><p style="color: #444444; font-family: robotocondensed-regular-webfont; font-size: 16px;">The CDC order requiring persons to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, is rescinded, effective on June 12, 2022, at 12:01AM ET. This means that starting at 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, air passengers will not need to get tested and show a negative COVID-19 test result, nor show documentation of recovery from COVID-19, prior to boarding a flight to the United States, regardless of vaccination status or citizenship. <b>Of note, CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for noncitizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect.</b></p><p style="color: #444444; font-family: robotocondensed-regular-webfont; font-size: 16px;"><b><br /></b></p><p><b style="color: #444444; font-family: robotocondensed-regular-webfont; font-size: 16px;">Source Of Information</b></p><p><b style="color: #444444; font-family: robotocondensed-regular-webfont; font-size: 16px;"> </b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: robotocondensed-regular-webfont;"><b>https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/covid-19_testing_required_US_Entry.html</b></span></p></div></div></div></div>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-65085519332487514652022-03-30T11:42:00.006-07:002022-03-30T11:42:38.314-07:00Norwegian Cruise Line Newest Ship! <p> </p><div class="articleContainer__header" style="background-color: white; 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border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color-scheme: light; margin: 0px; opacity: 0; padding: 0px; position: relative;"></iframe></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="articleContainer__content" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; grid-column: col3-start / col4-start; margin: 0px auto; max-width: none; place-self: start; width: 640px;"><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">The newest ship from Norwegian Cruise Line will make its debut in the Mediterranean in June 2023, with room for more than 3,200 passengers, multiple infinity pools, an open-air food hall, and an outdoor go-kart track among its countless amenities.</p></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Norwegian Viva</i> will be unveiled today, the line exclusively shared with <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Travel + Leisure,</i> along with details on summer itineraries that will take in iconic ports like Athens and Lisbon, along with gateways to Italy including Civitavecchia, near Rome, and Trieste, not far from Venice. After crossing the Atlantic in November, the <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva</i> will home port in San Juan, Puerto Rico, beginning on Dec. 15, 2023.</p></div><div class="component inline image margin-32-tb align-img align-default" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 32px; margin-top: 32px;"><div class="component lazy-image lazy-image-udf image-wrapper aspect_3x2 cache-only align-default rendered image-loaded" data-alt="Norwegian Cruise Line's Newest Ship, Viva" data-crop-percentage="67" data-high-density="true" data-orientation="default" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1800" data-shop-image="false" data-special-crop="" data-src="https://imagesvc.meredithcorp.io/v3/mm/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic.onecms.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F28%2F2022%2F01%2F11%2Fnorwegian-viva-ship-night-NCLVIVA0122.jpg" data-title="Mt Vesuvius (Volcano) in Italy" data-tracking-zone="image" data-use-imagesvc-to-cache="true" style="background: rgb(249, 242, 232); box-sizing: border-box; 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letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 16px; padding-bottom: 8px; padding-top: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;">CREDIT: COURTESY OF NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE</div></div></div></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">"We at NCL visit more ports than any other contemporary cruise line, more than Royal [Caribbean], more than Princess, certainly more than Carnival," said Norwegian Cruise Line president and CEO Harry Sommer, in an interview with T+L. "This will just add to that reputation, if you will, that we keep on going to new and exciting places."</p></div><div class="div-sm-highImpact" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">The newly announced ship will feature many of the same over-the-top amenities found on <a href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/cruises/norwegian-cruise-line-new-prima-class-ships" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); font-stretch: normal; font-style: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; padding: 2px 0px; text-decoration-color: rgb(0, 163, 218); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 4px;">the previously announced <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Norwegian Prima</i></a>, a sister vessel of Viva that sets sail this summer. That's no coincidence, Sommer told T+L.</p></div><div class="component inline image margin-32-tb align-img align-default" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 32px; margin-top: 32px;"><div class="component lazy-image lazy-image-udf image-wrapper aspect_3x2 align-default rendered image-loaded" data-alt="Infinity pool deck on Norwegian Cruise Line's Newest Ship, Viva" data-crop-percentage="67" data-high-density="true" data-orientation="default" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1800" data-shop-image="false" data-special-crop="" data-src="https://imagesvc.meredithcorp.io/v3/mm/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic.onecms.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F28%2F2022%2F01%2F11%2Fnorwegian-viva-infinity-beach-angle-NCLVIVA0122.jpg" data-title="norwegian-viva-infinity-beach-angle-NCLVIVA0122" data-tracking-zone="image" style="background: rgb(249, 242, 232); box-sizing: border-box; caption-side: bottom; margin: auto auto 0px; max-width: 640px; min-height: auto; position: relative; 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letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 16px; padding-bottom: 8px; padding-top: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;">CREDIT: COURTESY OF NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE</div></div></div></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">"The <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Prima</i> was off the charts fantastic for us," Sommer said. "It was the first new ship design for us in a decade, and the concepts of space, service, design, experience, [those] resonated tremendously well with our guests and, as you know, it was a record-breaking launch for us."</p></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">"So, I was like, 'Oh my God, we have a hit,' so we're not gonna change too much with [<i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva</i>]," Sommer added. "The big focus here is on itineraries. We have some nice itineraries on <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Prima,</i> you know, around Iceland, Norway, Amsterdam, London (Southampton), which are really, really being well received. But on <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva,</i> we're gonna notch it up. We're doing, basically, a tour of all the Mediterranean: Lisbon, Ibiza, Palma, Barcelona, Florence, Rome, Naples, Sicily, Dubrovnik, Venice, Santorini, Mykonos, Athens, Istanbul — and that's like a third of the ports we're visiting."</p></div><div class="div-sm-inContent" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div class="component inline image margin-32-tb align-img align-default" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 32px; margin-top: 32px;"><div class="component lazy-image lazy-image-udf image-wrapper aspect_3x2 align-default rendered image-loaded" data-alt="Go Cart race track on Norwegian Cruise Line's Newest Ship, Viva" data-crop-percentage="67" data-high-density="true" data-orientation="default" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1800" data-shop-image="false" data-special-crop="" data-src="https://imagesvc.meredithcorp.io/v3/mm/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic.onecms.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F28%2F2022%2F01%2F11%2Fnorwegian-viva-speedway-NCLVIVA0122.jpg" data-title="norwegian-viva-speedway-NCLVIVA0122" data-tracking-zone="image" style="background: rgb(249, 242, 232); 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letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 16px; padding-bottom: 8px; padding-top: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;">CREDIT: COURTESY OF NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE</div></div></div></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">Guests aboard the 3,219-passenger vessel will have a huge range of options when it comes to staterooms, with budget-friendly choices as well as splurge-worthy suites. Among the most enviable choices will be 107 luxury suites in an exclusive area of the ship known as <a href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/cruises/norwegian-cruise-line-new-prima-class-ships" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); font-stretch: normal; font-style: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; padding: 2px 0px; text-decoration-color: rgb(0, 163, 218); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 4px;">The Haven by Norwegian</a>, reserved only for suite guests. In addition to the spacious staterooms, The Haven also offers a private restaurant, sun deck, outdoor spa, and infinity pool.</p></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">"We've found that, for slightly more affluent guests, Haven really is the perfect balance. They can have the big-ship experience," Sommer said, "plus all the benefits of the small ship where you get butler and concierge service, upscale decor, larger cabin sizes, really it's the best of both worlds." Sommer added, with a laugh, "It sounds like such a cliché but, you know, I've personally experienced it!"</p></div><div class="component inline image margin-32-tb align-img align-default" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 32px; margin-top: 32px;"><div class="component lazy-image lazy-image-udf image-wrapper aspect_3x2 align-default rendered image-loaded" data-alt="The Local Bar on Norwegian Cruise Line's Newest Ship, Viva" data-crop-percentage="67" data-high-density="true" data-orientation="default" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1800" data-shop-image="false" data-special-crop="" data-src="https://imagesvc.meredithcorp.io/v3/mm/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic.onecms.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F28%2F2022%2F01%2F11%2Fnorwegian-viva-local-bars-NCLVIVA0122.jpg" data-title="norwegian-viva-local-bars-NCLVIVA0122" data-tracking-zone="image" style="background: rgb(249, 242, 232); box-sizing: border-box; caption-side: bottom; margin: auto auto 0px; max-width: 640px; 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letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 16px; padding-bottom: 8px; padding-top: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;">CREDIT: COURTESY OF NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE</div></div></div></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">Dining choices will include the Indulge Food Hall, with 11 distinct concepts, as well as an Italian restaurant, Onda by Scarpetta, that's already a favorite aboard the <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Norwegian Encore</i>. "Everything that we've done on <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Prima,</i> we're announcing for <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva</i> as well," Sommer said. "We are going to have our next big reveal for food in early March."</p></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">In all, <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva </i>will have more than 20 dining venues, Sommer indicated. The new vessel will also have a three-level go-kart track, the Viva Speedway, which can accommodate up to 15 racers, and a series of thrill rides first seen on <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Prima,</i> such as The Drop and The Rush, that will offer pulse-quickening moments.</p></div><div class="component inline image margin-32-tb align-img align-default" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 32px; margin-top: 32px;"><div class="component lazy-image lazy-image-udf image-wrapper aspect_3x2 align-default rendered image-loaded" data-alt="Onda by Scarpetta restaurant on Norwegian Cruise Line's Newest Ship, Viva" data-crop-percentage="67" data-high-density="true" data-orientation="default" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1800" data-shop-image="false" data-special-crop="" data-src="https://imagesvc.meredithcorp.io/v3/mm/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic.onecms.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F28%2F2022%2F01%2F11%2Fnorwegian-viva-onda-scarpetta-NCLVIVA0122.jpg" data-title="norwegian-viva-onda-scarpetta-NCLVIVA0122" data-tracking-zone="image" style="background: rgb(249, 242, 232); 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letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 16px; padding-bottom: 8px; padding-top: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;">CREDIT: COURTESY OF NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE</div></div></div></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;">The <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva</i> will also come with some features that will reduce the environmental impact of the vessel. Like its sister ship, <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva</i> will have a selective catalytic reduction system to help eliminate many sulfur and nitrogen oxides, Norwegian says, something that's in line with current <a aria-describedby="external-disclaimer" class="external-link" href="https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Environment/Pages/Nitrogen-oxides-(NOx)-%E2%80%93-Regulation-13.aspx" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95); font-stretch: normal; font-style: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; padding: 2px 0px; text-decoration-color: rgb(0, 163, 218); text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 4px;" target="_blank" title="(opens new window)">International Maritime Organization standards</a>. <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva</i> will also have shore power capabilities, which have the potential to dramatically reduce in-port emissions by letting the ship tap into cleaner energy from the grid.</p></div><div class="paragraph" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 28px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 712px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">Norwegian</em> <i style="box-sizing: border-box;">Viva</i> will offer eight-, nine-, and 10-day trips beginning June 15, 2023. Rates start at $2,099 per person for the ship's first departure, a nine-day trip from Lisbon to Civitavecchia, Italy, near Rome.</p></div></div>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-36368246359179075822022-01-09T08:46:00.002-08:002022-01-09T08:46:18.392-08:0012 Things You Don't Need To Take On A Cruise <p> </p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">12 Things You Don't Need To Take On A Cruise<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">Written By Gayle Keck – Contributor For Cruise Critic<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You're The Sort Of Traveler (Like We
Are) Who Sometimes Resorts To Sitting On Their Suitcase To Get It Closed,
You'll Be Happy To Know That You Can Lighten Your Load When Packing For A
Cruise. Ships Furnish A Number Of Items That You Can Cross Off Your Packing
List. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">1.
Soap And Other Toiletries<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Most Ships Are
Equipped With Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Lotion And Shower Caps. As You Move
Up To Higher Cabin Classes Or Luxury Lines, The Amenities Increase. You May
Find Cotton Swabs, Cotton Balls, Bath Salts, Sunblock, Loofa Scrubs, Colognes
Or Choices Among Prestige Brands. Of Course, If You Have Preferred Toiletries
Brands, Bring Them Along. Your Cabin Attendant Will Replenish Toiletries
Regularly -- And If You Have Any Extra Needs, Don't Hesitate To Ask.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">2.
Hair Dryer<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Ships All Come
Equipped With Hair Dryers. They May Be Wall-Mounted In The Bathroom, Or In A
Closet Or Vanity Drawer. We've Even Been On One Ship That Had Both A Wimpy
Wall-Mounted Dryer And A More Powerful One Stashed In A Drawer.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">3. Clothesline<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Most
Ships Have A Retractable Clothesline Located In The Bathroom. While It May Be
Tempting To Toss Your Swim Suit Over A Balcony Chair To Dry -- Don't. It's A
Good Way To Lose A Suit To A Gust Of Wind, And It's Also Against Most Cruise
Lines' Rules.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">4.
Beach Towels<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">For Poolside And Beachy Ports, Ships
Furnish The Towels. You'll Find Them Stashed By The Pool, Or Handed Out As You
Head Off The Ship.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">5.
Dirty Laundry Bag<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">You'll Find A
Laundry Bag In Your Closet. It's Used For The Ship's Laundry Service, But
Nobody Says You Can't Use It For Dirty Laundry That You're Packing To Take
Home. Just Don't Take The Bag Home If It's Cloth And Not Plastic -- You'll Be
Charged.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">6.
Books<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Don't Bother To Lug Lots Of Books Along,
Since Ships Have Onboard Libraries. Some Even Have "Take A Book, Leave A
Book" Shelves Where You Can Exchange A Book You've Read For Another One
You Can Keep.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">7.
Snacks<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If There's One
Thing Ships Are Loaded With, It's Food! You Will Most Likely Be Able To Find
Something To Eat At Any Time Of The Day Or Night, Including Room Service. And If
You're Concerned About Random Munchies Attacks, You Can Always Collect A Stash
Of Cookies From The Buffet.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">8.
Booze<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Most Ships Don't
Allow You To Bring Wine Or Liquor Onboard, Although There Are A Few Exceptions.
In General, They'll Scan Any Hand Luggage Every Time You Board And Hold
Alcoholic Beverages For You Until You Disembark. Most Lines Allow You To Bring
Wine, But Charge A Corkage Fee (Unless You Consume It In The Privacy Of Your
Cabin).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">9.
Computer<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Most Ships Have
Computer Terminals Available For Passenger Use, Although You'll Usually Pay To
Access The Internet. They're Perfect For A Quick Email Check Or Printing Out
Your Boarding Pass. However, If You Want To Download Photos Or Check Sensitive
Work Email, Bring Your Own Laptop.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">10.
Local Maps<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">On Port Days,
Maps Of The Area Are Usually Available From Guest Services Or Shore Excursions
Personnel -- Although Sometimes You'll Find Representatives From Local Tourism
Bureaus Handing Them Out, Either On The Ship Or At The Port. If You Attend Port
Lectures With Slideshows, You Can Snap Photos Of Maps And Other Info With Your
Phone, Too.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">11.
A Pillow<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Unless You're
Like The "Princess And The Pea," Most Ships Will Have Pillow
Alternatives To Accommodate You. Luxury Lines And Higher Cabin Classes May Even
Offer A Pillow Menu, With All Sorts To Choose From Hypo-Allergenic To
Extra-Firm. Talk To Your Cabin Steward If You'd Like A Different Pillow.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">12.
Exercise Equipment<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Leave Your Yoga Mat And Resistance Bands
At Home. Cruise Ships Have Fully Equipped Gyms Stocked With Everything From
Weights To Bosu Balls And Elliptical Machines. Personal Trainers Are On Hand To
Lead Group Exercise Classes, Like Spinning Or Pilates, Or Offer One-On-One
Training Sessions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-47355757343596780282022-01-09T08:39:00.000-08:002022-01-09T08:39:00.215-08:00Back To Back Cruises - What To Expect <p> </p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">Back-To-Back Cruises: What To Expect<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Written
By The Staff At Cruise Critic<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">We All Know
Cruises Are Fun, And Most Of Us Would Give Anything To Prolong The Experience
At The End Of Each Voyage We've Sailed. That's Where Back-To-Back Cruises Come
In. Passengers Who Book Them Can Maximize Their Cruise Time While Usually Only
Having To Go Through The Embarkation And Disembarkation Process Once. Below, We
Answer Several Common Questions Cruisers Have About These Types Of Sailings.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">What
Are Back-To-Back Cruises?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Back-To-Back
Cruises Are Two Or More Cruises Booked Consecutively, Whether On The Same Ship
Or On Different Ships. You'll Want To Let Someone At The Front Desk Know You're
A Back-To-Back Cruiser During The First Part Of Your Trip So Arrangements Can
Be Made For You During The Changeover Day Between The Sailings.<b><span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Will
I Be Able To Stay In The Same Cabin For Both Sailings?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">It Depends On
How The Sailing Is Booked. If You Choose The Same Cabin For Both Sailings,
Then, Yes, You'll Be Able To Stay. If, However, You Decide You'd Like To Be On
One Side Of The Ship For One Sailing And On The Other Side For The Second
Sailing, That's Also Possible. We Recommend Finding A Travel Agent To Help You
Make The Arrangements You Prefer. Keep In Mind That You're More Likely To Be
Able To Book The Same Cabin For Both Parts Of Your Trip If You Book Early.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You Stay In
The Same Stateroom For Both Legs Of Your Vacation, You Will Be Able To Leave
Your Belongings In Your Cabin During The Changeover Between Sailings. If You'll
Be In A Different Cabin For Each Cruise, You'll Be Required To Relocate Your
Luggage. Sometimes Your Room Steward Can Offer Assistance.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
I Have To Attend The Muster Drill On The 2<sup>nd</sup> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sailing If I've Already Gone To It On The
First One?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Yes. Plan To Go
To The Drill On Both Voyages, Or You Risk Being Thrown Off The Ship. It's Mandatory
For All Passengers On Every Cruise, And Since Back-To-Backs Are Considered
Separate Sailings, You're Required To Attend At The Beginning Of Each New
Segment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Can
I Stay Onboard At The End Of The First Sailing, Or Do I Have To Disembark?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">This Process
Varies By Cruise Line And According To The Laws That Are In Place In The Port
Of Disembarkation, But Generally You'll Need To Clear Immigration. Some Lines
Will Have All Back-To-Back Passengers Meet In A Designated Area, Such As The
Front Desk Or A Lounge, And Clear Them All From Onboard The Ship. Others Will
Have Passengers Meet And Escort Them Off The Ship To Clear Immigration And
Escort Them Immediately Back Onboard.<b><span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Either Way, Back-To-Back Cruisers Are
Aboard Before Passengers Just Coming Onto The Ship For The First Time, And
They'll Have The Vessel To Themselves For A Couple Of Hours. (Note That Onboard
Services, Such As Food And Entertainment, Are Likely To Be Limited During The
Changeover.)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
I Have To Go Through The Check-In Process All Over Again At The Start Of The
Second Sailing?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">It's Unlikely
You'll Have To Go Through The Whole Thing A Second Time. As Mentioned Above,
Clearing Immigration Is Generally Quick And Painless, And You Won't Have To Go
Back To The Terminal Desks To Check In, Get Your Keycard And Fill Out Health
Forms.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">However, Since Back-To-Back Sailings Are
Considered Two Separate Cruises -- Even If You're Sailing On The Same Ship --
You'll Have To Settle Your Onboard Account From The First Sailing And Open A
New Onboard Account For The Second. That Means You'll Also Have To Obtain A New
Keycard; Some Cruise Lines Send Them To Your Cabin On The Last Night Of The
First Sailing, While Others Will Require You To Visit The Front Desk. Often,
When You Leave The Ship For The First Time After Obtaining Your New Keycard,
You'll Be Required To Have A New Security Photo Taken At The Kiosk Near The
Gangway.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Once
I'm Cleared, Am I Allowed To Leave The Ship And Re-Board Whenever I Want?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Yes, But Keep In
Mind That You Might Need Your Old Keycard When Leaving The Ship And Your New
One When You Return, So Be Sure To Take Both With You. Once Your New One Is
Activated, You Won't Need To Carry Your Old One Anymore.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Are
Discounts Offered If I Book Consecutive Cruises?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">We've Never
Heard Of Discounts Offered Specifically As Incentives For People To Book Two
Round-Trip Sailings In A Row. Your Best Bet In Those Cases Is To Look For Deals
That Apply Individually To Each Of The Two Sailings You Want To Take. General Cruise
Bargains Range From Straight-Up Price Reductions And Free Onboard Credit To
Discounts On Third And Fourth Passengers And Free Add-Ons Like Bottles Of Wine
Or Dinner In A For-Fee Restaurant.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">There Are However, Sometimes Lower Price
Options On Point-To-Point Cruises When The Cruise Line Offers A Choice Between
Booking The Same Trip As Two (Or More) Cruises Back-To-Back Or A Composite
Booked As One Cruise. But Here’s The Deal: In Some Cases The Composite Is
Lower, While In Others, The Back-To-Back Bookings May Be Lower. A Travel Agent
Can Help You Sort Through The Options. Lines That Offer These Types Of Options
Include Viking Ocean, Crystal, Holland America And Seabourn, Among Others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">I'm
A Member Of My Cruise Line's Loyalty Program. How Will Back-To-Back Cruising
Affect Me?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Obviously, The
More Cruises You Take And The More Days You Sail, The More Points You Accrue,
And The More Quickly You'll Move Up The Tiers Of Your Line's Passenger Loyalty
Program. You Won't Receive Any More -- Or Any Fewer -- Points For Taking
Back-To-Back Voyages Than If You Were To Take Two Cruises Six Months Apart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">However, Back-To-Back Sailings Are Still
Considered Two Separate Cruises, So If You Reach A New Level In Your Line's
Program During The First Sailing, You'll Receive The Perks Afforded To That
Tier Upon The Start Of The Second Cruise.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">What
Happens To The Alcohol I Purchase On Back-To-Back Cruises?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Generally, Any
Alcohol You Purchase Ashore Or Onboard In One Of The Ship's Duty-Free Shops
Will Remain Checked For The Duration Of Both Sailings. However, Some Cruise
Lines Will Allow Passengers To Take Alcohol Back To Their Cabins If It's
Purchased On The Last Night Of A Sailing. If You're On A Back-To-Back And Buy
Booze On The Last Night Of The First Cruise, There's A Chance You'll Be Able To
Keep It In Your Cabin To Have For The Second Voyage. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">What
Are The Major Differences Between Booking Consecutive Cruises On The Same Ship
Versus Sailing Back To Back On Two Different Ships?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You've Booked
Back-To-Back Cruises On Two Different Ships, Much Of The Above Information Does
Not Apply. You Obviously Won't Be In The Same Cabin For Both Sailings, And At
The End Of The First Sailing, You'll Have To Disembark, Clear Immigration And
Customs, And Go Through The Embarkation Process Again At The Port And Terminal
Where Your Second Ship Is Docked.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">You're Also Likely To Encounter More
Logistical Challenges With Back-To-Backs On Two Different Ships. You'll Have To
Take All Your Luggage With You And Arrange For Transportation Between Ports Or
Terminals, Depending On Where Your Second Ship Is Located.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">What
Should I Pack For Back-To-Back Cruises?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Packing For A
Long Cruise Can Be A Challenge. What You Should Pack Depends On Two Main
Factors: The Itineraries And Whether Or Not You're Willing To Do Laundry
Onboard.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You're Headed
To Similar Climates For Both Sailings, Our Advice Is To Pack Enough For The
Longer Of The Two Voyages And Do Laundry If A Self-Service Option Is Available.
You Can Also Pay To Have Your Laundry Sent Out If Your Ship Offers A Laundry
Service. Even If You Decide Not To Wash Your Clothes Onboard, You Can Still
Wear Them Again; Keep In Mind That Your Fellow Cruisers On The Second Leg Of
Your Journey Won't Know What You Wore During The First Leg.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Narrow",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">If You're Sailing To Two Regions That
Greatly Differ In Terms Of Temperature And Weather, You'll Have To Get
Creative. Pack Enough Clothing For Half Of Your Sailing To The First Climate
And Half Of Your Sailing To The Second; Then Do Laundry Halfway Through Each
Cruise. Pack Items That Can Be Layered, So You Can Re-Wear Base Layers In Both
Destinations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-64261187035681077402021-12-19T11:49:00.004-08:002021-12-19T11:49:59.915-08:00Updated Mask Protocols <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; width: 100%px;"><tbody><tr><td style="word-break: normal;"><table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="width: 90%px;"><tbody><tr><td align="left" class="yiv1158044057cellDimention" style="line-height: 24px; word-break: normal;"><div style="color: #777777; font-size: 14px; text-align: center;"><strong style="color: #000066; font-size: 18px;">Updated mask protocols for departures through<br />January 5, 2022</strong></div><ul style="list-style-type: none;"><li><b style="font-size: 15px;">Dear </b><span style="font-size: 15px;"><b>Valued</b></span><b style="font-size: 15px;"> Guests, </b></li><li style="font-size: 14px;"> </li><li style="font-size: 14px;">With the recent uptick of COVID-19 in the world and added Omicron variant concerns, we feel it prudent to temporarily tighten our onboard health protocols to require masks indoors at all times, unless actively eating or drinking. This new update also applies to vaccinated areas and venues.<br /><br />We're sorry for any disappointment that this may cause, but hope you understand that health and safety has and will always come first here at Royal Caribbean<sup>®</sup>. Despite the new requirement, we know that you will still have a great time onboard.<br /></li><li style="font-size: 14px; text-align: left;"> </li><li style="font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">As always, health and safety protocols are subject to change.<br /><br />We look forward to seeing you onboard!</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td style="word-break: normal;"><img alt="" border="0" height="30" src="https://ecp.yusercontent.com/mail?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.creative.rccl.com%2Fe-lite%2FRCI%2F2014%2FMasters%2Femail_temp%2Fhtml%2Fimages%2Fspacer.gif&t=1639943234&ymreqid=58d97fd5-9c0c-554c-1c08-30009601e000&sig=kOXjAqd6OhfMRJ8N8gGMjg--~D" style="display: block; text-indent: -9999px;" width="5" /></td></tr></tbody></table>Concierge Cruises Travel Agencyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08569453099648914163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1998081407059167332.post-36324608560503563662021-09-19T10:31:00.001-07:002021-09-19T10:31:02.122-07:00Brand New Ship!!! Carnival Mardi Gras!!<p><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get Ready For Six Distinct Onboard Zones Featuring Brand New Experience For Spectacularly Getting Down To Food, Drink & Fun!! </span></p><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="5iv7o-0-0" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="5iv7o-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="5iv7o-0-0" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: inherit;"><b>GRAND CENTRAL</b></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="e88oj-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="e88oj-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="e88oj-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;">On a Carnival cruise your vacation starts in the atrium, and on Mardi Gras™ that's in the Grand Central zone. By the way... on this ship the atrium's different. Don't be surprised if you step inside and the first place you want to look is upwards. Up there are high ceilings that hint at even more fun living on the three decks above! But look around down here too... you'll find floor-to-ceiling windows that really bring in the ocean views. Of course you'll be back here throughout your cruise, taking a break with a nice cup of coffee or a menu of great food choices at JavaBlue™ Café, enjoying performances up on stage, or killing time fabulously at the Grand View Bar. Just wait until the sun goes down and the space slips into evening dress, transforming into an amazing show venue after dark! In Grand Central you're never far from great dining spots like Bonsai Sushi™ and Bonsai Teppanyaki™, plus feel-good entertainment like Piano Bar 88™ and The Punchliner Comedy Club™.</span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="2ddot-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="2ddot-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="2ddot-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="e796o-0-0" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="e796o-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: inherit;"><b>FRENCH QUARTER</b></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="1br6f-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="1br6f-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="1br6f-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;">If "big" and "easy" sound about right for your vacation, you might just make the French Quarter on Mardi Gras™ your home zone. What inspired this area is no less than New Orleans itself… and if all this talk of NOLA has you half as hungry as we are, you’ll be pleased to hear that our French Quarter is lined with bars and eateries worthy of their namesake. For one thing there’s the spectacularly, authentically delicious Emeril’s Bistro 1396™, developed in partnership with yes-that-Emeril. Just steps away is entertainment clearly influenced by the world-renowned Crescent City nightlife — yep, The Brass Magnolia bar features not only great drinks but also hot jazz, live. What’s more, you’re just steps away from sipping mystically at the Fortune Teller bar, and definitely save time to browse some funky little shops.</span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="50vdr-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="50vdr-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="50vdr-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="6s8c2-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="6s8c2-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><br /></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="1age6-0-0" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="1age6-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="1age6-0-0" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: inherit;"><b>SUMMER LANDING</b></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="5ges6-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="5ges6-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="5ges6-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;">Go ahead and call Summer Landing 'the greatest chill spot at sea'... and we'll be right there with you, any time of year! What's three letters long and goes great with chilling outdoors? BBQ, so we're building a Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse™ into this zone so it always tastes like summer here with freshly-smoked faves designed by Guy Fieri and original Parched Pig® beers brewed just feet away. If you're wondering where the pool and whirlpool are, we're so alike, you and us... and that's why we're sure you're gonna love The Watering Hole, a poolside bar we're building for aficionados of backyard-style relaxation. And for military folks — or folks who just want to raise a glass to them — please report to Heroes Tribute™ Lounge for great service. We know you guys like soft serve too, so we're throwing in a Swirls™ location — one of two! And why wouldn't we? At Summer Landing, fun this cool is literally always in season.</span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="5pceu-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="5pceu-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="5pceu-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="df10h-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="df10h-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><br /></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="emcr8-0-0" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="emcr8-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="emcr8-0-0" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: inherit;"><b>LA PIAZZA</b></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="694mv-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="694mv-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="694mv-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;">La dolce vita is within reach at La Piazza... and we'd know, with all the Italian seafaring spirit that's literally driving the ship. This zone stands for atmosphere and flavor, and it starts with Cucina del Capitano®, which brings your party together for an evening of Italian favorites served family-style, while Pizzeria del Capitano makes delizioso happen for you 24 hours a day atop a base of imported Italian flour and fresh mozzarella. Mardi Gras™ debuts Piazza Panini where the handhelds are hot and pressed, plus Bar della Rosa, where you'll sip authentic espresso drinks by day and classic Italian cocktails when the sun goes down. All this flavor and flair we’ve got in here may practically transport you straight to Italy… but don’t forget that so much of it can be enjoyed outdoors, where the sea breeze is just bellissimo.</span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="fgekg-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="fgekg-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="fgekg-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="djql6-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="djql6-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><br /></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="6tfj2-0-0" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="6tfj2-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="6tfj2-0-0" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: inherit;"><b>LIDO</b></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="1rnmr-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="1rnmr-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="1rnmr-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;">If you’ve cruised with us before, you know Lido... but aboard Mardi Gras™ this poolside zone features even more delicious and fun experiences among the familiar flavors. Evolving the classic poolside rum-bar was a tall order, but RedFrog Tiki Bar will be serving up the good stuff across two decks’ worth of South Pacific atmosphere. Also first-time-fresh is Street Eats, bringing together highlights from the world’s fast-good cuisine like kebab, bao buns and seriously upgraded fries. Shaq’s latest Big Chicken™ restaurant is here, and fan-fave spots like Guy’s Burger Joint™, the New England-inspired Seafood Shack™, and BlueIguana Cantina™ taco spot aren’t done with your taste buds yet. And for folks hoping we haven’t forgotten: yes, Lido is absolutely home to one of two Swirls™ locations, the free 24-hour soft-serve spot!</span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="1rnmr-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="1rnmr-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="fii33-0-0" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="fii33-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="fii33-0-0" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: inherit;"><b>THE ULTIMATE PLAYGROUND</b></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="24u6d" data-offset-key="6uuho-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="6uuho-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="6uuho-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;">Don't let the name fool you — this zone is ages everybody and up. Kids, you're going to love this. And adults, the playground has grown up with you. So yay for play! Of course The Ultimate Playground starts with BOLT™, the first rollercoaster at sea, an all-electric thrill ride that puts the power of speed in your hands. But that's only the beginning — this playground has the largest Carnival WaterWorks™ ever with three huge spiraling slides, plus SportSquare™ is here featuring an entire mini-golf course, full-court basketball and a ropes course. And, of course, more. 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