All Cruise Travel Advice

• Cruising: Watch Out for the Extras
  June 18, 2013 10:06 am
  A new report on the "real" cost of cruising. read more
• Does Cruise Industry's New 'Bill of Rights' Have Any Teeth?
  May 29, 2013 9:47 am
  Consumer advocate Ed Perkins calls the cruise industry's new bill of rights "more public relations than passenger protection." read more
• Win a Seven-Day Cruise for Two
  May 29, 2013 2:58 pm
  Enter the HSN Travel Store sweepstakes by June 18 for a chance to win the grand prize: a seven-day Haven suite cruise for two. read more
• Tips for Avoiding Seasickness
  May 17, 2013 2:07 pm
  Tried-and-true tips from reluctant sailor and weak-kneed landlubber Christine Sarkis. read more
• Let Gatsby Inspire Your Next Trip
  May 10, 2013 2:00 am
  Embrace the spirit of the Roaring Twenties with these vacation ideas. read more
• Win a Seven-Day Caribbean Cruise for Two
  April 23, 2013 11:35 am
  Enter the MSC Cruises Diva Like No Other sweepstakes by May 19 for a chance to win one of six grand prizes: seven-night Caribbean cruises for two. read more
• Ways to Skip the Single Supplement Fee
  April 8, 2013 1:46 pm
  The term "single supplement" sounds so value-added and upbeat, but in reality it can be a major deterrent for single travelers, adding anywhere from a hundred to a few thousand dollars in expenses for the privilege of not sharing a room. read more
• Win 500,000 Choice Points and a Cruise
  February 26, 2013 3:31 pm
  Enter the Choice Hotels sweepstakes by March 31 for a chance to win the grand prize. read more
• A First Time Caribbean Cruiser's Review
  February 4, 2013 11:16 am
  Would this first time cruiser sail again? read more
• Cruise Bargains: Sail This April for Best Prices
  January 15, 2013 11:52 am
  On some ships you'll pay no more than $30 per person per night, or about the cost of a budget motel. read more
• Fees, Fees Everywhere
  November 21, 2012 12:43 pm
  Think airlines are bad? Hotels, cruises, and car-rental companies are adding more fees. read more
• Why You Should Cruise Alaska in Springtime
  October 25, 2012 4:00 pm
  Choose to cruise in this season! read more
• When the Grandparents Are Leading the Way
  October 25, 2012 12:14 pm
  Multigenerational travel is on the rise. read more
• Win 500,000 US Airways Miles Plus a Caribbean Cruise
  October 23, 2012 8:56 am
  Enter US Airways Cruises' Million Miles Dream Getaway sweepstakes by January 31 for a chance to win 500,000 US Airways frequent flyer miles and a voucher good for a Caribbean cruise. read more
• Win One Million Hilton Points and a Caribbean Cruise
  October 16, 2012 9:40 am
  Enter CruisesOnly.com's 1,000,000 Points sweepstakes by December 31 for a chance to win one million Hilton points and a $2,000 voucher for a seven-day Caribbean cruise for two. read more
• Win a Seven-Day Caribbean Cruise for Two
  October 2, 2012 10:41 am
  Enter Princess Cruises' Ballot Box Trivia Challenge sweepstakes by November 6 for a chance to win a seven-day Eastern Caribbean cruise for two on Royal Princess. read more
• American Riverboat Cruising Is Making a Comeback
  September 13, 2012 1:12 pm
  Here's an idea for your next vacation: Take a ride on a riverboat. Late last month, American Cruise Lines christened Queen of the Mississippi as the first new paddle-wheel river boat on the Mississippi River in nearly 20 years. read more
• Cruise Lines Turning to Hidden Fees
  September 10, 2012 12:30 am
  Following the lead of airlines, some big cruise lines are increasingly driving profits from hidden fees. Ed Perkins explains. read more
• Here Come the Hurricanes, Again
  September 17, 2012 2:27 pm
  It's time to add the possibility of hurricanes to your travel-planning mix. read more
• Some Problems You Just Can't Fix
  September 17, 2012 2:29 pm
  When a trip goes wrong, sometimes you just can't get your money back. read more
• Alaska: Up Close and Personal on a Small Ship
  August 10, 2012 8:03 pm
  You can see Alaska from the big cruise ships, writes Eileen Ogintz, but you can only really <em>touch</em> Alaska on a small-ship cruise. read more
• Travel Talk: Johnny Jet's Favorite Places
  August 14, 2012 12:00 am
  The globetrotting blogger and Travel Channel host reveals a "ridiculously cheap" alternative to Bora Bora and other great destinations. read more
• Six Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Next Cruise
  August 13, 2012 3:23 pm
  Saving money on your next cruise is easier than you think. It may take a little bit of work, but with the money you save, you can buy souvenirs or go on the more expensive excursions. read more
• Cruising ... on a Freighter?
  July 18, 2012 1:52 pm
  Ed Perkins on why you might like to sail the seas on a cargo ship. If you like the idea of spending leisurely days or even weeks at sea without the distracting activities and "organized fun" of a conventional cruise, you might want to consider a trip on a freighter. read more
• Buying a Vacay on Layaway: Bad Idea?
  June 22, 2012 2:21 pm
  A new travel site from Sears lets travelers purchase vacations on layaway. But is it a rip off? read more
• How to Bag a Cruise Bargain Every Time
  June 6, 2012 8:30 pm
  The author of <em>How to Travel the World When You Can't Afford It</em> shares her tried-and-true tips for spotting a great deal. read more
• Take a Cruise, Gain a Stone
  May 10, 2012 11:40 am
  Go on a long cruise and you might come home with more than just vacation photos and a sun tan. You'll likely gain a stone, says a new study. read more
• Don't Fall for These Cruise Port Rip-Offs
  April 23, 2012 3:31 pm
  Taking a cruise this summer? Don't max out on overpriced excursions! Ed Perkins finds ways you can save on your summertime cruise. read more
• Will Higher Fuel Costs Mean Longer Cruises?
  April 9, 2012 4:26 pm
  As fuel costs rise, one cruise line is slowing ship speed to cut costs. Is this a trend? Ed Perkins explains. read more
• Win a Transatlantic Cruise on the Queen Mary 2
  February 29, 2012 9:57 am
  Enter Cunard's "Famous Transatlantic Crossing" sweepstakes by March 31 for a chance to win the grand prize: a seven-day transatlantic trip for two on the Queen Mary 2. read more
• New Cruise Ships in 2009
  January 13, 2009 12:00 am
  These ships have more excitement than most big cities. read more
• Twelve Adventures for Twelve Months
  December 8, 2008 12:00 am
  Discover the perfect adventure for every month of 2009. Our possibilities will take you all over the globe, plus show you the best ways to get outdoors in every season. read more
• Ten (Almost) Free Travel Deals
  November 10, 2008 12:00 am
  While you're unlikely to get an all-expenses-paid trip unless you win a game show, you can still get portions your trip for free if you book certain promotions or take advantage of some alternative modes of travel. read more
• The Best End-of-Summer Destinations
  August 20, 2007 10:41 am
  This gallery showcases readers' photos of sun-soaked canyons, icy glacial waters, a unique view of the Eiffel Tower, and much more. read more
• The Best of Mediterranean Cruises
  July 16, 2007 11:39 am
  A Mediterranean cruise can be an exhausting blur of tour buses, museums, and historic attractions. You can save energy and money by slowing down your pace and skipping ship excursions in favor of exploring on your own. read more
• 10 things to wow you on today's ships
  March 19, 2007 3:10 pm
  New vessels offer everything from huge spas to onboard surfing. read more

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