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Carnival to Cruisers: You Know We Can See You Naked, Right?
If you're naked on a cruise ship balcony, can anyone see you? Carnival Cruise Line weighs in.
Oh, Lord. Now People Are Hiding Tiny Jesus Figurines All Over Cruise Ships
You've probably heard that Jesus could walk on water, but he doesn't need to nowadays. Multitudes of cruise passengers are carrying him aboard in mini plastic form and scattering the…
The World's Easiest Cruise Search Engine, Plus 4 More Money-Saving Sites That'll Change How You Cruise
Cruise passenger numbers are booming. Last year, 37.2 million people took a cruise, which marked a record high, according to the Cruise Lines International Association. Just think: In…
Follow Flights, Trains, Theme Park Rides, and More from Your Desk with These 14 Fun Live Trackers
You can't always be traveling. Sometimes you need to return home to pack new underwear.For those of us who still dream of going places even when we have to attend to pesky trivialities…
Another Cruise Line Is Selling Last-Minute Vacations for $79 a Day: Here's How
Two years ago, Frommer's told you about Holland America Line's last-minute discounts, which fill extra space on soon-to-be departing ships by offering head-turning bargains as steep as…
Save Money by Booking the Oldest Cruise Ships: Here Are 3 from Each of the Big Lines
Some travelers turn up their noses at cruise ships that aren't the latest and greatest, but there's a quieter class of passengers who prefer older ships to the excessive, floating…
Turkey Just Banned a Gay Cruise. Read Arthur Frommer's Inspiring Words About a Similar Situation
Last week, Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady was refused entry to Turkey by local authorities. The offense? It had gay people on it.The cruise was carrying 2,000 passengers as well as…
Traveling with Sleep Apnea: Expert Recommendations for CPAP Gear, Finding Distilled Water, and Other Tips
Frommer’s editors independently assess all travel products featured on our site. In some cases, we may receive an affiliate commission from the purchase of products made from the links…
Did You Know Wearing Camouflage Is Against the Law in These Popular Caribbean Countries?
Camo prints have made a fashion comeback in 2026, according to the people who keep track of these things.The editors of Who What Wear advise readers interested in joining the trend to…
Cruisers, How Much More $$ Should You Budget for Added Fuel Charges?
You knew it would happen. Travel industry experts have warned that extra charges for fuel are coming. Cruises are not immune from the political mess that's strangling oil shipping in…
This Cruise Line Is Giving Solo Travelers a Breath of Fresh Air
This spring Holland America Line announced Holland America Evolution, a $500-million multiyear bow-to-stern fleet update for six of the line's ships.One of the more noteworthy bullet…
Will Travel Insurance Reimburse You if the Looming Fuel Shortage Wreaks Havoc on Travel to Europe?
We’re living in uncertain times, and that means you have to take more precautions when booking travel for the upcoming months.Case in point: summer travel to Europe. Every major news…
What I Wish I Knew Before Taking My First Cruise
As a long-time travel journalist, I didn’t expect much to surprise me about my first cruise.I’d spent years learning about the industry: touring ships in port, sleeping on a few…
Meet Pauline Frommer in Denver, Colorado at the Travel & Adventure Show Apr. 11 & 12: Free Ticket Code
So much of our lives are now spent online. But it's the in-person connections that give our lives texture and meaning. That’s the reason we still travel, right? We could just as easily…
Viking Mississippi River Cruise Review: What to Expect on Viking’s Only U.S. Riverboat
It was the most magnificent experience I’ve had on a cruise shore excursion. Sailing on Viking Mississippi, Viking cruise line’s only U.S.-based riverboat, we docked at Greenville,…
"The TSA’s New $45 Fee to Fly Without ID is Illegal," Says Regulatory Expert
On Sunday, February 1, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) began charging travelers without REAL ID $45 to fly.This may come as a surprise, but no U.S. law requires you to…
How to Make Sure You See Moose on an Alaska Cruise
Africa has its Big Five, which are the animals that visitors are most eager to spot on safari. Travel to Kenya or South Africa and you're likely to be ushered to places where you'll…
How to Save Hundreds on Royal Caribbean's Packages and Excursions
In the 1970s and '80s, cruises became a booming vacation option by offering a more-or-less all-inclusive pricing structure. One fare covers room, board, and access to a roster of…
Which Cruise Lines Are Adults-Only? Your Options for a Kid-Free Sailing
Of the more than 20 million Americans who go on cruises each year, 20% bring kids aboard, according to researchers.And, in our experience, approximately 100% of those seafaring…
The True Cost of a “Cheap” Cruise: What Each Major Cruise Line Actually Includes
The cruise deal looks unbeatable: seven nights for $499. Accommodations, meals, entertainment—all set, right? For most travelers, though, that bargain fare is only the opening bid. By…
The Simple Thing You Can Do to Prevent the Upsell at a Spa
It's one of the most vexing aspects of going for a massage or facial at a spa. Just when you've sunk into the treatment bed, zoned out to the zen, and managed to let go of months of…
Combine a Nile River Cruise with Biking on This Novel Egypt Tour
A trip billed as the first-ever "organized boat and bike journey along the Nile" is launching in Egypt in 2026. Boat Bike Tours, which specializes in mostly European…
When Should You Tip? 11 Tipping Rules for 11 Types of Travel Services
Tips on safaris Tips can quickly add up when it comes to safaris, but there’s a silver lining: It’s highly likely that, compared to the large amount you spent securing your spot at…
American Cruise Lines’ Florida Gulf Coast & Keys Cruise: Our Review
Heidi Sarna is the co-founder of QuirkyCruise.com, a guide to small-ship cruising.In the midst of a multiyear building spree, American Cruise Lines has gotten really good at building…
Disney’s Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point Has Problems: Prepare for Your Visit with Our Review
As of March 2026, Disney Cruise Line (DCL) will have eight ships in operation, five of them with a capacity to carry 4,000 passengers each. That's a huge jump from the smaller,…