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20 Things to Do the Last Week Before a Cruise [Pre-Cruise Checklist]

Going on a cruise is a lot of fun, but it does require some planning and organization to make sure you’re ready for boarding day. Some arrangements, like booking flights, should be done several weeks…

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10 Controversial Cruise Tips that Go Against Popular Opinion

These insider cruise tips aren’t one size fits all. In fact, some of this cruise advice goes against popular opinion. However, as someone who has taken over 30 cruises, I know for a fact that…

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12 Panama Canal Cruise Mistakes, Do’s and Don’ts

If you’re going on a Panama Canal cruise for the first time, these are some potential mistakes to avoid, as they can impact your cruise. We recently came back from our first Panama Canal cruise,…

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Pre-Excursion Checklist: 16 Things to Do Before a Cruise Port Day

Visiting a cruise port of call is one of the most fun things to do on a cruise! However, it can be overwhelming to know how to prepare, what to bring & what to do.…

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21 Things to Never Do in Your Cruise Cabin (safety, rules, etiquette)

Whether you have an inside cabin, oceanview or balcony cabin, there are some things you should not do in your cabin. Doing some of these things can cause problems, be dangerous & in some cases…

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