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By: Theresa Russell · April 28, 2022

Wonder of the Seas Review: Royal Caribbean’s Newest Ship

Cruise Maven contributor, Theresa Russell, had the chance to cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas for the inaugural sailing. ...

By: Sherry Laskin · April 9, 2022

What to pack for an Alaska cruise, especially for first-timers, can be a little challenging. Maybe your Alaska cruise is on a small ship ...

By: Sherry Laskin · December 16, 2021

I've put together some of my best travel gifts for cruisers, whether first time cruisers or those with dozens of cruises under their ...

By: Brittany Chrusciel · December 4, 2021

Norwegian Bliss, built in 2018, was designed for scenic sailing — from Alaska to Mexico. With its innovative Waterfront dining concept, ...

By: Sherry Laskin · November 30, 2021

There are so many things to do that it's tough to decide the best things to do in Cozumel, especially when you only have one day in port. ...

By: Brittany Chrusciel · October 8, 2021

Cruise on Carnival’s Mardi Gras and ensure a party for your tastebuds. After all, you can’t name a ship after one of the world’s most ...

By: Dori Saltzman · October 5, 2021

If your Alaska cruise includes a day at the small town of Skagway, Alaska, you'll find some of the most spectacular scenery and amazing variety ...

By: Dori Saltzman · September 27, 2021

Having been to Juneau before, I'd already done the more typical whale watching and Mendenhall Glacier shore excursions. If you've never been, I ...

By: Sherry Laskin · April 9, 2021

With the Bahamas as the closest island vacation and cruise destination to the U.S., a common question is, "Do I need a passport to visit the ...