Should Tipping Protocols Change for Cruise Travelers Post-COVID?
Age-Old Custom of TIPS (To Insure Proper / Prompt Service) on a Cruise Ship Vacation Once travel is surging again, tipping is a great way to help those who were most affected during the pandemic. Should the amounts we tip…
What’s Your Ship Size? Small Ships (950 Passengers or Less) Fill a Niche …
Small ships fill a niche for cruisers that are looking for more in-depth exploration of the regions they visit. They can visit ports that are inaccessible to larger ships, and exotic itineraries are the standard. Most river cruise ships and…
Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Voyage: The Experience of a Lifetime
Traveling on an ocean liner is the epitome of the luxury cruise travel experience. I have been fortunate enough to enjoy several transatlantic voyages on lovely Cunard Line, and am looking forward to the next one. Please enjoy reading about…
Private Islands by Cruise Line
Here’s a rundown of the private island ports of call by cruise line: Costa Cruises – Costa Cruises guests visit Catalina Island, off the coast of the Dominican Republic. It features activities such as volleyball, beach Olympics, snorkeling, and massages on…
Top 12 Cruising Mistakes for Novice Cruisers
You are a veteran cruiser. You would never make these mistakes! You have shared your enthusiasm with another couple who are taking their maiden voyage alongside you on your next cruise. Here are a few tips you might pass along….
Small Intimate Voyages – What is Your Preferred Type and Ship Size: Expedition, Explorer or Yacht? With Only 8 to 265 Cabins!
These Small & Intimate Expedition or Yacht type vessels offer a private, exclusive ambiance, along with personalized service and the advantage of being able to port almost anywhere. Passengers get a feel for the water and experience destinations in a…
100+ Cruise Itineraries Allow Access To Sacred Places Around the World
There are more than 100 cruise itineraries that provide access to sacred places – sites of healing, guidance, and divine inspiration that are found all around the world. The significance of these hallowed sites cannot be expressed in words or…
7 Best Reasons to Take an Inaugural Cruise
Champagne christenings, celebrity godmothers and a brand-new, sparkling ship. These are just a few of the reasons avid cruisers have added an inaugural cruise to their “must-do” list. Read on for more! Following are the 7 best reasons to take an…
Congratulations! CruiseCompete Photo Contest Winners Announced
Congratulations to CruiseCompete’s Photo Contest winners in its Photo Ambassador Program to Celebrate Cruise Travel! Recently CruiseCompete announced a Photo Ambassador Program and held a contest, inviting members and readers to submit their gorgeous cruise and destination photos to “Celebrate…
Victory Cruise Lines can take you to Mackinac Island!
Great Lakes Cruises ~ embark on a thrilling expedition along North America’s historic five Great Lakes and the storied St. Lawrence River to the breathtaking vistas of the Atlantic coast. Choose from four remarkable itineraries that include time to explore…
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