First Time Cruisers
Best cruise travel tips and ideas for first-time cruisers
How Much Does a 180 Day Cruise Cost in 2026?
A 180-day cruise — also called a 6-month or half-year world cruise — circumnavigates the globe across roughly 80+ ports and 40+ countries. Starting prices for 2026 sailings range from [...]
April 14, 2025
Which part of the cruise is the safest?
The safest part of a cruise ship is the midship section on a lower deck, close to the ship's centre of gravity, where you'll feel the least motion and rocking in rough seas. Midship cabins [...]
March 17, 2025
Ways to Sleep Better on Your Cruise
Sleeping well on a cruise is one of the best ways to make the most of your vacation. While modern cruise ships offer comfortable accommodations, unfamiliar surroundings, ship movement, hallway noise, [...]
July 09, 2026
The Best Cruise Ship Sun Decks: 11 Cruise Lines Compared
A huge sun deck makes a sea day the best part of your trip. Modern cruise ships provide far more than a single pool and a row of loungers. You have water parks, infinity pools, adults-only hideaways, [...]
July 06, 2026
What Decks Should You Avoid on a Cruise Ship? 2026 Beginner's Guide
The cruise ship decks most cruisers should avoid are: the top passenger deck directly under the pool deck or Lido buffet (typically Deck 14-16+), where early-morning chair scraping and late-night [...]
April 14, 2025
Icon of the Seas vs MSC World America: Which Is Bigger? (2026 Guide)
Cruise enthusiasts and vacationers often compare new megaships to determine which offers the most space, luxury, and onboard experiences. Two of the most anticipated cruise ships of 2025 are MSC [...]
February 07, 2025
Top Cruise Destinations for Wildlife Lovers in 2026
There is something profoundly different about seeing wildlife from the deck of a ship, rather than through a fence at a zoo. Cruising gives you this rare mix of comfort and access; you sort of drift [...]
June 23, 2026
What Are the Largest Cruise Ships in the World? 2026 Top 10 Ranked
The largest cruise ship in the world in 2026 is Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, measuring 248,663 gross tons and accommodating up to 7,600 passengers across 20 decks — making it the [...]
February 06, 2026
Norwegian Cruise Line vs Holland America: Which Cruise Line Should You Choose?
Holland America and Norwegian Cruise Line appeal to very different types of cruisers, although both offer the convenience of unpacking once and visiting multiple destinations. Holland America [...]
June 24, 2026
What Months are the Most Expensive to Cruise?
Wondering what months are the most expensive to cruise? Cruise prices typically peak during summer vacations, major holidays, and popular destination seasons like Alaska and Europe. Knowing when [...]
August 08, 2025
