Tanner is the founder of Cruzely.com. A veteran of dozens of cruises across every major line, he has written thousands of articles on the topic to provide tips and advice to passengers. In addition, Tanner has been quoted in The Washington Post, USAToday, and CBSNews, along with dozens more publications and websites. His homeport is Galveston, but he's visited and sailed from ports all around the country, including Miami, Port Canaveral, Port Everglades, Seattle, Los Angeles, New York, and mo...| www.cruzely.com
If you're taking a cruise aboard a Carnival ship, then chances are that you've seen mention of the CHEERS! alcoholic beverage package. And you're likely wondering if it's worth the money. Put simply, this package is an open drink plan that covers alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages purchased aboard the ship. So instead of having to pay each time you get a beer or a cocktail from the bar, you simply pay one flat rate, and your drinks are included. While the price may seem high to some (about...| Cruzely.com
There's not much that's more popular on a cruise ship than drinking. Bars are everywhere, and the party atmosphere mixed with the relaxation of vacation means the booze is flowing. Whether you are sitting poolside with a fruity cocktail, or maybe playing at the casino with a beer, or having a glass of wine with dinner, having a drink just feels natural on a cruise. But the truth is that the cost of drinks can quickly add up on a ship. The solution to that problem? The drink package. Drink Spe...| 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
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
About to head to Norwegian Cruise Lines' Great Stirrup Cay? Get ready to have a blast. When it comes to cruising, it's hard to beat a port-of-call that's a private island. Every major cruise line has (at least) one, and while each is different, they are all desirable places to spend a day. Today, Norwegian Cruise Line actually operates a couple, including Harvest Caye in the Caribbean and Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas. So what can you expect from your visit? We've put together everything t...| Cruzely.com
