From the journal
Loyalty program tips, documentation checklists, and celebration ideas from our concierge desk — everything we've learned planning voyages, collected in one place.
Page 1 of 5 · Articles 1–9 of 42
Does the crew sleep on board? What time is the midnight buffet? Can I bring my emotional support peacock? The greatest hits from our inbox, with honest answers and the real cruise tips hiding behind every one.
Read the articleYour health plan probably stops working once the ship leaves port, and a medical evacuation can cost more than the cruise. Here's what cruise insurance really covers, how cruise line plans compare with third-party policies, and when you can safely skip it.
Read the articleMSC Magnifica's 2027 World Cruise circles the globe from Genoa to Genoa: 25 countries, 45 destinations, seven overnights, 15 included shore excursions, the Panama Canal, and a Dine & Drink package, from about $155 per person a night.
Read the articleIs a luxury cruise really worth the extra cost? We break down dining, drinks, excursions, gratuities, suites, service, Wi-Fi, and atmosphere — here's what you're actually paying for, and why the answer might surprise you.
Read the articleUnlimited drinks sounds like a no-brainer until you see the price. We ran the real 2026 numbers for Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Celebrity, Princess, and Holland America — here's exactly how many drinks a day it takes to break even.
Read the articleDiscover a heartwarming story of a couple's first cruise and how one unforgettable Caribbean vacation helped them reconnect and rediscover adventure.
Read the articleThe difference between a restful week at sea and a week of thumping bass and rolling waves often comes down to one choice: where your cabin sits on the ship. Here's how to pick the quiet, steady one.
Read the articleGrandparents, parents, and kids on one 7-night MSC World America sailing from Miami — and how one itinerary managed to feel like it was built for every generation.
Read the articleTwo friends who met on the playground in kindergarten, their spouses, and a Holland America Mediterranean sailing that finally turned "we should really do a trip" into "we're going."
Read the articleReady to start planning? Request a quote and Chip will follow up personally.
