Azamara to Antarctica: “Exceptional, if not Inspired”

Member bunbastic was delighted by the engaging sights and easy shipboard experience sailing roundtrip from Buenos Aires to Antarctica onboard luxury liner Azamara Quest. From a destination enrichment series to “shockingly good” food in any of the 13 restaurants or bars (don’t forget the 24-hour complimentary room service), bunbastic was at peace with the vintage [...]

Would You Think Twice About Cruising?

“Just wondering…. given all the dire reports from the Carnival ship this week, is it putting anyone off of cruising?” asks Cruise Critic boards member, startwin. Some version of this question echoes in many minds, from both industry and consumer bases, after any disaster: Would you get back in a car, plane, train, or in [...]

From Cruise Lines, With Love

No one wants to knock a Teddy bear or turn up a nose at heart-shaped confections, but if you could trade all that in for a cruise vacation… (insert daydream cloud here). Well luckily the following cruise lines are encouraging both the schmooze and the cruise with these Valentine’s Day deals heavy on the maudlin [...]

Never Bored Onboard Disney Fantasy

If you’re toting tots and considering a Disney cruise, take a few pointers from GeckoMom who has cruised two out of her three times onboard Disney Fantasy. Do: Invest in the professional photo package, visit the AquaDuck early and on port days, and see the show at Animator’s Palate. Don’t: Expect to find many quiet [...]

Cabin Week: Bringing Your Cabin Home

Welcome to Cabin Week! Every day this week, we’ll be highlighting our cabin-themed content, giving you great tips on everything from choosing the right cabin to getting upgrades and making a small stateroom feel more homey. Look for new blogs every day on the Lido Deck, as well as our best advice in our Ultimate [...]

Sailing Serendipity on Vision of the Seas

One itinerary change, three cabin upgrades and an unexpected travel companion later, veteran cruiser scottamiller could never have envisioned his cruise would be “one of those rare experiences in life where all the stars come into alignment” onboard Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas. From a pre-cruise Thanksgiving dinner in Fort Lauderdale with 15 other [...]

Despite Outbreak on Old Ship, Statendam Still Outstanding

For a ship going into dry dock, cruiser califgary saw little sign of disrepair or pre-construction onboard Holland America’s 20-year-old Statendam. Sailing through the Panama Canal, califgary was impressed with the port talks and canal information, as well as the overall friendly demeanor of every crewmember on the ship. Even during a “Code Red” gastrointestinal [...]

Udderly Impressed with Liberty of the Seas

Cruiser and amateur juggler jeditden booked his trip  onboard Royal Caribbean’s Liberty of the Seas to stay in the Ben and Jerry’s suite almost a year in advance. From free ice cream daily to specialty lounge access, jeditden was impressed by the perks and service onboard Liberty, not to mention the nightly entertainment, including a [...]