My Cruise Tips

A cruise can be the perfect opportunity for a dream getaway. However, just like any vacation there are safety threats on board. In order to protect yourself from robbery, illness, and other un-wanted surprises, follow these 9 safety tips as provided by Dr. Terry Riley through MSNBC.com.Check before you deckIn order to find the most sanitary vacation, make sure you read up on a ship’s report card. The grades are issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through their Vessel Sanitation Program. Visit the website to see how clean and sanitary your dream cruise really is.Don’t let too looseYou’re on vacation, so naturally it’s time to let your hair down and unwind. However, the same risks apply on a cruise ship as do at home. Be conscious of any suspicious persons and make sure to take the most public route back to your cabin. Read the rest of this entry »

Of course Royal Caribbean Cruises offers trips to the Caribbean, but you might be surprised by some of their other vacation packages. With sixteen different locations to pick from, the cruise line offers a variety of cruises all over the world. So we’ve put together a list of our top 3 Royal Caribbean Cruises outside of the Caribbean.AlaskaTake in the beauty of Alaska, and its capital Juneau, on a 10 or 14 night vacation. Guests can see the Hubbard Glacier, enjoy a helicopter ride over the Juneau Ice Field, and even dash along Alaska in a dogsled. However, those are only a few of the six activities the cruise offers. Alongside the clothes you’ve already packed, Royal Caribbean recommends you bring warm socks and clothes (windbreaker, raincoat, etc.). Read the rest of this entry »

Over the last fifteen years that Disney Cruises have been running, they’ve offered two ships for its guests: the Disney Wonder and the Disney Magic. In 2011, a new Disney Cruise ship will be hitting the waters. While the Disney Dream has yet to complete its maiden voyage, the exclusive dining and entertainment will leave you counting down the months until January.The Wonder and the Magic have offered several of the same restaurants; however, the Disney Dream will offer four new, and distinctive, eateries. There will be the Cabanas and Remy eateries, but also, Disney’s Enchanted Garden. In order to recreate a French garden (particularly Versailles), the restaurant is accented with floral dcor, murals of beautiful, garden landscapes, and a working fountain in the dining room.The fourth eatery caters to both your little princes and your dashing king. Designed after Disney royalty, the Royal Palace incorporates the elegance of a castle. With its marble floors, breathtaking chandeliers, and gold painted columns and railings, guests will feel like royalty. Read the rest of this entry »

For an entertaining and relaxing cruise, look no further than Carnival Cruises. Carnival travels to Alaska, Europe, the Caribbean, Mexico, and more. But with opportunities to sail to nowhere, we decided to take a closer look at three Carnival destinations.BermudaDon’t be put off by the story of the “Bermuda Triangle” and visit Bermuda through Carnival Cruises. Considered one of their special voyages, Carnival offers 6 to 8 day cruises to the beautiful coast of Bermuda. Docking at King’s Wharf, passengers will have the opportunity to explore pink beaches and the matching pink, blue, yellow, and other multicolored buildings. Other itinerary options include swimming with dolphins, snorkeling, horse and carriage rides, as well as a Bermuda Sunset Sailaway. Prices vary, with some trips costing as low as 509, with others costing 919. It really depends on the length of your trip and when you travel. Read the rest of this entry »