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17 Stylish Outfits for Your March Cruise

A person in stylish outfits, wearing sunglasses, a light-colored button-up shirt, and denim shorts, stands on the deck of a ship. They have one hand on their neck as they enjoy their March cruise adventure with the ocean stretching endlessly in the background.

March brings warmer weather and a hint of spring, making it the perfect time to set sail on a cruise. Check out these 17 stylish outfit ideas, which combine comfort and flair to ensure you feel fabulous while you enjoy the sea breeze and the beautiful views. 1. Casual Denim and Linen Combo A casual […]

17 Cruise Memory Ideas To Cherish Forever

A clear glass jar filled with various seashells and several small travel-themed postcards, offering cruise memory inspiration with images of a cruise ship, lighthouse, and palm trees. This cherished keepsake sits elegantly on a wooden surface, evoking adventures to cherish forever.

Cruising offers unforgettable moments that deserve to be cherished for a lifetime. Whether you’re setting sail to exotic destinations or enjoying onboard activities, capturing these memories is essential. Here are 17 creative ideas to help you remember your cruise experience long after the ship has docked. 1. Creating a Digital Photo Album Making a digital […]

18 Essential Items for Your Ultimate 8-Day Cruise Packing List for Women

A blue beach bag with a pink hibiscus and coconut print sits on the sand, an essential item for any woman. It contains a light blue towel, sunscreen, and sunglasses—perfect additions to your cruise packing list. The ocean sparkles invitingly in the background.

Packing for an 8-day cruise can feel overwhelming, especially when finding the right balance of style and practicality. This concise packing list is curated just for women. It ensures you have everything you need to kick back and enjoy your time at sea without overpacking. From must-have clothing to essential accessories, your cruise packing is […]

Cruise Passenger Sues Royal Caribbean for $5M Over Jet Ski Crash

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A female cruise passenger from Colorado is suing Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. for more than $5 million, claiming she suffered life-altering injuries when its tour guide’s jet ski crashed into hers during a guided excursion at Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. Jet Ski Tour Ends in Disaster According to the lawsuit filed in […]

Cruise Scammer Jailed After Defrauding 184 Passengers of $507,000

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Cruise conman Richard Lester received a five-year prison sentence on Tuesday for scamming 184 hopeful cruisers out of £406,856.39 (approximately $507,000) over a three-year period. Lester’s scheme involved convincing his victims to buy cruise miles through his website in exchange for cruises and discounted cruise fares. However, instead of honoring bookings, the UK-based perpetrator ran […]

Royal Caribbean’s Beloved Captain Johnny Retires After 50 Years at Sea

A man in a captain's uniform, resembling Johnny Faevelen, grins while holding a mug reading "The Captain is Always Right. I'm the Captain." Next to him, an aerial view captures a large cruise ship embarking on its legendary 50-Year Voyage.

Captain Johnny Faevelen’s extraordinary career with Royal Caribbean International (RCL) has ended. A favorite among guests, Captain Johnny, completed his final voyage on January 26 as his seven-day Eastern Caribbean cruise returned to PortMiami. His maritime journey began in 1975 when, at just 20 years old, he joined Song of Norway as an ordinary seaman, […]

Carnival Cruise Line Launches Year-Round Cruises from Norfolk

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In a major milestone for Virginia’s cruise industry, Carnival Cruise Line has officially made Norfolk a year-round homeport, with the Carnival Sunshine now sailing permanently from the Half Moone Cruise Center. This expansion is expected to bring 150,000 passengers annually, the highest volume in Norfolk’s cruise history, while generating millions in local tourism revenue. The […]

Norovirus Outbreak Affects Over 111 Passengers on Holland America Cruise

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The seventh cruise ship outbreak of 2025 has been reported aboard Holland America Line’s (HAL) Rotterdam during its February 2 to 14 sailing. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 107 out of 2,614 guests (4.1%) and 12 out of 969 crew members (1.2%) reported gastrointestinal illness by February 7. The CDC […]

Small Fire on Disney Treasure Quickly Contained, Cruise Continues Uninterrupted

Disney's newest ship gracefully floats on calm water under a blue sky with scattered clouds, ready to depart from Port Canaveral. The vessel features prominent red and black funnels and multiple decks lined with yellow lifeboats, promising an unforgettable journey.

The crew of Disney Treasure quickly contained a small fire over the weekend, which had no impact on the ship’s itinerary. The incident, which occurred in the ship’s incinerator room, was swiftly extinguished, and all onboard operations resumed as normal. Passengers later reported that Captain Andy McRonald issued a Code Red—an alert indicating a fire—but […]

Rising Cruise Gratuities Are Changing How We Tip at on a Cruise

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The age-old tipping debate heats up as cruise lines raise daily gratuity rates. Should you pre-pay to ensure all crew members are recognized or tip directly to reward exceptional service? With rising cruise costs, social media peer pressure, and even apps nudging you to tip, this issue is more complicated than ever. But with rates […]