A few days ago I was on Facebook and was reading a comment from a woman about to embark on a cruise. The conversation revolved around how much money to bring, and she mentioned she was taking $2000 in cash for a 7-night cruise. I was quite shocked by this amount: all this cash for a cruise is exaggerated for nearly any passenger. Therefore, I thought I would share this with you to discuss what is the appropriate amount of money to bring on a cruise and explain why it’s unnecessary to carry so much cash. Cruises are cash-free One thing I want to clarify, especially for those who have never been ..read more

The cabin on a cruise ship is where passengers can have their complete privacy. No one can enter it except through the use of a key or a magnetic card that is provided at embarkation. However, there are instances where someone has entered the cabin without the passengers’ will. In this article, I will explain why this happened and what the rules are so that you are prepared for your next cruise. Who can enter the cabin? As I said in the introduction usually there are only 3 types of people who can enter a cabin on the cruise ship: Passengers who booked that cabin. The cabin steward who cleans ..read more

Hello everyone! Today we are going to talk about Costa Cruises’ beverage packages. I don’t know how many of you have traveled or plan to travel with Costa. It is a company intended mainly for the Italian market, so it might interest someone who wants to take a cruise to discover Europe. I have often traveled with them since I am Italian, so I am very familiar with their drink packages. Below you will find the list of all the packages, the drinks they include, and the 2024 updated prices. The types of drink packages you can find on Costa Cruises Costa Cruises ship logo The first thing I want to ..read more

As you know, cruise ships have become bigger and bigger in recent years. At the same time, the number of decks continues to increase as well. Modern ships can have as many as 20 or more decks. As a result, an increasing number of people are bewildered in choosing a deck for their vacation, wondering which one is the best among the many that are offered. I have been on many cruises and have tried almost every deck, from the lowest to the highest. So in this article, I want to give you some useful tips to find the best one on each ship! Understanding your needs View of the decks from the side Th ..read more

Hello everyone! I was packing my suitcase for my upcoming cruise and I remembered that I never told you about the things you should not wear on this kind of trip. Yes, because there are some clothes and accessories that would be better left at home, either because they are forbidden or because they would be uncomfortable to wear during a cruise. I took pen and paper and started making a list of what I think are the most common mistakes. I selected 7 of them and decided to discuss them in more detail in this article. Don’t wear flashy jewelry Gold bracelet The first thing you must absolutely av ..read more

Hello, cruise fans! Today we’re talking about P&O Cruises. If this is not the first time you have read my blog, you already know that I’m a big fan of theme nights and I’ve already talked about those taking place on Royal Caribbean, Carnival, MSC, and NCL. Therefore, I am excited to tell you about the ones on P&O, both for the Australian and the British ships. We’re going to first look at the type of theme nights in general and then we’ll go through the 2024 schedule ship by ship. All the theme nights on P&O Australia Gatsby theme night (3 nights or longer) Gatsby theme night on P ..read more

Cruises are seen as places of relaxation, leisure, and fun. However, vacations do not always go as we planned. In some cases, certain behaviors can result in you being disembarked at the next available port. In addition, in the most extreme cases, you could also be banned for life from that cruise line. But what are the reasons that can lead to this? Many people cannot imagine them, so I thought I would tell you about the 7 most common ones we have seen in recent years. Drinking too much Drinks on a cruise Drinking too much is among the most frequent reasons that lead security personnel to dis ..read more

Water slides are fun but they’re even more fun on a cruise ship. In this article, I’ve ranked the biggest slides on cruise ships based on their height and length. It was a challenging task, considering both dimensions to determine which truly stands out. Can you guess the winner? 7. Supercell on Royal Caribbean Supercell on Harmony of the Seas You can find this slide on: Harmony of the Seas, Symphony of the Seas, and Oasis of the Seas. The Supercell slide on Royal Caribbean is part of the Perfect Storm trio of water slides, which also includes the Cyclone and Typhoon slides (that we will find ..read more

I’m not gonna lie, based on my experience, the Vitality Spa by Royal Caribbean is the best spa on cruise ships. Why do I love it so much? Because it has an extensive selection of services and treatments for all needs. You can find massages, facial treatments, body wraps, and much more, each tailored by skilled therapists. Beyond traditional spa services, the Vitality Spa also offers med spa treatments and wellness consultations. These can range from acupuncture and detox therapies to personalized fitness and nutrition planning. But, as you may know, the spa services are not included in the cru ..read more

The room service is one of those things that truly make you feel like you’re on vacation. Of course, room service is also available on MSC, one of the most renowned cruise lines in the world. In this article, we will explore the updated room service menu. I’m sure it will be useful if you’re traveling with MSC and wish to get an idea of what you can order. Is room service free on MSC cruises? Yes, room service on MSC is free if you have booked a cabin that it’s in the Fantastica or Aurea experience, or if it’s a suite in MSC Yacht Club. On the contrary, you have to pay a small delivery fee th ..read more