My Cruise Tips

With the state department issuing warnings about travel to border towns (and even some beach towns) in Mexico as a result of increasing crime like rape, murder, and kidnapping it might be a great time to plan a Spring Break cruise opposed to flocking to and flooding a beach town. Also, most of the ports along the cruise route are party-friendly and because the areas rely so heavily on the tourist trade, you have a higher assurance that they’re going to be policed and patrolled more than some other less-populace spots like South Padre Island. An upside, too, is that most (if not all) cruises require that passengers be back on board by a certain time so there is less chance of Read the rest of this entry »

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 »