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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…

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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…

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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…

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8 Reasons to Get Off the Ship in Cruise Ports of Call

In the cruise community, there’s some debate about whether or not it’s worth getting off the cruise ship when in port. After all, some cruise ships have so much to do on board, that they…

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10 Smart Ways to Save Money in a Cruise Port of Call

Cruises are a great way to visit multiple destinations in one trip, while only unpacking once. However, costs can add up quickly, especially when you’re disembarking at each port of call. Between shore excursions, eating,…

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