A first cruise can feel overwhelming if you don’t know how things really work on board. From embarkation and dining to cabins ...

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Land and cruise vacations can seem an ocean apart – especially if it’s your first time setting sail. From onboard drink packages to muster drills, there’s a lot for cruise newbies to take in. Even the ...

As a former cruise-ship worker, you should avoid common mistakes on your first sailing by researching ports, cabins, and drink packages before you go.

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Planning your first cruise this South African cruise season? Here are 10 things you should expect before you get on ...

I've taken more than 40 cruises, and I'm still the person who packs an anti-nausea kit. Most sailings are smooth because I plan ahead. But earlier this year, crossing rough waters in Japan, a bout of ...