Once you have been on a cruise, you generally learn from your mistakes and know what to pack and what to leave behind, but for your first cruise here are a few guidelines. Pack plenty of clothes for all types of weather. A sea breeze can make those Caribbean temperatures appear quite cool at night. I remember crossing the Equator off the coast of Ecuador on a cruise around South America and … [Read more...]

It is almost impossible to be bored on a cruise. Although in a sense you are contained to a limited space, cruises today are geared to entertaining passengers morning, noon and night. On days in port, most passengers go ashore, either to stretch their legs or to see more of the local area. Some guests get together with new friends and share a taxi to the nearest town, beach or luxury hotel resort … [Read more...]

For those who have not cruised before, here are a few tips on ways to get the very most from your cruise. Most people who have cruised before will already have their own strategy worked out, but these tips will keep you ahead of the game. Always get onboard as early as possible – it can extend your cruise by half a day. After getting onboard, pick up your welcome glass or two of champagne and … [Read more...]