Royal Caribbean is known for big, adrenaline-style attractions—especially the FlowRider surf simulator. Now, that same onboard feature is at the center of a new lawsuit after a passenger claims he suffered a serious neck injury on Adventure of the Seas.…
Everyone thought the biggest announcement about Legend of the Seas would be the slides. Or the AquaDome Market. Or the Royal Railway. Maybe the two-story casino? Nope. It’s a new crew member in the shape of a four-legged furball. Royal’s…
Norwegian Cruise Line just changed its air policy. Most cruise veterans are nodding in approval, saying it’s long overdue. Others are complaining that NCL now decides how early you travel. Book flights through the cruise line, and you’re arriving a…
If you’ve cruised with Norwegian before, you know the brand is built around its relaxed “Freestyle” approach to dining. But a recent update to the dinner dress guidelines is getting attention, especially for travelers who book specialty restaurants. The change…
The first time you look at a cruise drink menu, it’s a lot. Frozen stuff, martinis, spritzes, “specials” you’ve never heard of — and it’s hard to know what’s actually good versus what just looks good on the menu. To…
Buying cruise insurance feels like a quick checkbox… until the first time something actually happens at sea. A private medical bill you pay before you can leave the ship. A flight delay that makes you miss embarkation. A port change…
Tipping extra on a cruise is weird… because you already paid gratuities — and then you keep seeing tip moments anyway. You’ll notice the daily gratuity charge. Then a drink receipt with a tip line. Then someone mentions cash for…
If you’re booked on a Royal Caribbean cruise, check your itinerary—because the line has confirmed it won’t be visiting Labadee at all in 2026, extending the pause through December 2026. It’s never fun to lose a favorite stop, but this…
Many travelers love to talk about “bad” European cruise ports. But can there be such a thing as a “bad” port when you’re traveling the Mediterranean, around the British Isles, or the Baltic Sea? Scroll through any Cruise Critic forum,…
Cruise ship elevators aren’t annoying because of people. They’re frustrating because they work exactly as designed—under strain. Tight spaces. Peak times. Everyone rushing somewhere. We’ve all been there. The doors slide open with a soft ding. A half-full car. Someone…
For years, Monterey—tucked along California’s Central Coast—was one of those easy, crowd-pleasing cruise stops. Ships anchored offshore, tenders brought guests in, and before long Cannery Row and Fisherman’s Wharf were buzzing. Then something unexpected happened. A handful of local teenagers…
Carnival Cruise Line is increasing onboard costs starting April 2, 2026. Daily gratuities are going up, and the Bottomless Bubbles soda package for adults is getting a noticeable price increase as well. The changes apply to U.S. and European sailings…