MEI travel banner

Princess Cruises New Sanctuary Collection: What’s Included & Is it “Worth it”?

Princess Cruises’ Sanctuary Collection is more than a new stateroom category. Available on Sun Princess and Star Princess (debuting in Fall 2025), Sanctuary Collection cabins come with special benefits, which are quite different from what…

View Post

Holland America Line Launches First-Ever Branded Sparkling Wine

If you’re a fan of cruising and fine wine, Holland America Line has an exciting treat for you. Starting this October, the cruise line is introducing its first-ever branded sparkling wine, and it’s sure to…

View Post

11 Reasons Not to Buy the Drink Package on a Cruise

When planning a cruise, it can be tempting to buy the drink package. After all, the idea of unlimited beer, wine and frozen cocktails is tempting. However, drink packages can be pricey, and there are…

View Post

27 Cruise Packing Mistakes You Might be Making

As organized as we all want to be, it’s likely that you’ve made some of these cruise packing mistakes at some point. I’ve definitely been guilty of overpacking and my husband forgot his suit for…

View Post

What to Pack in Your Cruise Shore Excursion Day Bag

Packing a Shore Excursion Day Bag for a Port Day If you’re on a Caribbean, Bermuda or Bahamas cruise, you’ll want to pack a good bag for your shore excursion, filled with the things you…

View Post