We decided to do a cruise for spring break with our kids and another family 12 total. Chose the Baltimore port because the Pride offered different ports that we had not gone to yet, Turks and Caicos, Half Moon Cay, and Freeport. It was only a 4.5 hour drive for us to get to port. Fun Seaport to check out if you have time too. The Aquarium is fabulous. Otherwise we would have just went out of NY.

We parked at the port only $105 for the week, vehicle was safe and right there when we would return. Pulled in at 10:30 and when lot opened and the previous cruisers started to pull out we drove in. We paid for :faster to the fun", I do think that this did help speed up our process, and push us through ahead of those that did not have it. Plus our baggage was in our rooms. We were able to board around 1pm or so. Adults can also carry on one bottle of wine or champagne per adult. Or six packs of soda, or water.

Bar drinks ran a average of $8.75 not bad. Beer less, and there was always a drink special. So don't wine about your bar bill, just plan a head on what you might spend and budget that in. Read more