[tps_header]Miami has long been a popular cruise embarkation port and for good reason. In fact, I can think of 7 good reasons – some serious, some not so serious. Welcome to Miami.[/tps_header] Sailaway Home to perhaps the best sailaway in the world. After throwing off the lines and pushing away from the dock, you slowly […]
[tps_header]The big day is finally here. It’s embarkation day. You’ve counted down the days to your sailing, you’ve made the journey to your embarkation city, you’ve arrived at the terminal, but you’re still not able to cross that gangway. Luckily, there are a few easy tips to help speed up the terminal experience and have […]
March 25, 2014 5:15pm: Adventure of the Seas remains docked in San Juan undergoing repairs. Due to the delay, Royal Caribbean has been forced to cancel the ship’s call in Barbados. Guests staying in interior, oceanview, and balcony staterooms will receive $250 in on board credit. Guests staying in suites will receive $500 in on board […]
Following a major oil spill within the Galveston Bay last evening, both Carnival’s Carnival Magic and Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas are currently unable to return to their berths in Galveston, Texas. Princess’ Caribbean Princess is currently docked in Houston, Texas and is unable to depart due to the closure of the Galveston Channel. […]
It’s a question that has been tested and debated by cruisers for years – should I or should I not arrive in my embarkation port a day before my cruise? Not only has it been asked, but it has also been tested by many cruisers, some with successful attempts at making the ship and some […]
According to local news stations in Tampa, a suspicious package has been found at the Port of Tampa. The package was found on a crate intended to be loaded onto Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Seas. The suspicious package was detected by a team of bomb sniffing dogs from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s office during routine cruise […]
Good afternoon cruisers! I have one more ship tour to announce today, so here we go. I am excited to announce that on December 28th, thanks to the generosity of Royal Caribbean, I will be spending the afternoon onboard the beautiful Liberty of the Seas in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. On December 28th, I will embark with […]
Good morning cruisers! I am excited to announce that on December 27th, thanks to the generosity of MSC Cruises, I will be touring the beautiful MSC Poesia in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. On December 27th, I will begin my tour with embarkation, and then proceed to touring the beautiful MSC Poesia. While onboard I will have the opportunity to check […]
The few weeks and days before your cruise can be a hectic time. You’re trying to organize your entire cruise while also dealing with the realities of your non-cruise life. So, to help you prepare for your next cruise, I have compiled a small list of important tasks that need to be completed before you […]