The cruise balcony is your own private paradise with a million-dollar view. And while it's usually only about 20-30 square feet of space, there are some people that refuse to cruise unless they are sailing in a cabin with a balcony. There's a feeling of freedom that comes from a cruise balcony. Just knowing that at any time you have your own little quiet space to sit and watch the waves go by is calming -- especially when most other places on the cruise ship have people all around you day or ...| Cruzely.com
Drinks, swimsuits, warm weather, and that relaxed feeling that comes with being on vacation. It doesn't take much of an imagination to understand why a cruise makes seemingly every couple become overtaken with the urge to have a little hanky-panky. And with a private balcony that overlooks some of the most stunning views you can imagine, it also doesn't take much to understand what causes many people to want to make romance outside in the fresh air. Add in the fact that the cruise ship will l...| Cruzely.com
Can I use a birth certificate to cruise? Do I have to get a passport? Frankly, the rules around the documents you need to set sail can get confusing. We are here to lay them all out in plain English. First things first, if you are leaving the United States on a cruise, be prepared. Traveling abroad means you need some sort of identification -- not only for getting into a foreign country, but also for getting back into the United States. These documents aren't just to tell who you are, it's al...| Cruzely.com
Planning to drive to the port for you cruise? If so, then you'll have to decide where you will park your car for the trip. Every cruise port has parking that's operated by the port itself. In addition, many ports have nearby independent parking that's usually cheaper, but not as convenient. No matter where you decide to park, however, it's going to cost you. It's common for major ports to charge around $20-$25 per day. For a week-long cruise that means you're hundreds just to park your car --...| Cruzely.com
Interested in cruise line rules about bringing water, soda, and other non-alcoholic beverages aboard? Most people look forward to a cruise's adult libations -- an umbrella drink in one hand can mysteriously put anyone in a better mood. But that doesn't mean you only want to drink booze for a week. While water, juice, and tea are usually free on a cruise, you often have to go to the ship's restaurants to get them. Meanwhile, non-alcoholic drinks like sodas cost extra (usually around $3 per ser...| Cruzely.com
Whether it's your first sailing or your 50th, there are always new cruise tips to learn for when you take your trip. That's why we've rounded up a staggering 107 of the best cruise tips, secrets and freebies for you to enjoy. Having sailed on countless cruises across every major cruise line, we have a unique experience when it comes to tips and tricks for sailing. (Seriously, we've been on a lot of cruises. For example, the picture above isn't some stock photo. We took it of Norwegian Encore ...| Cruzely.com
Packing for a cruise is unique from any other vacation. Here are nearly 40 items you'll want to bring along.| Cruzely.com