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4 Things You Need to Know About Getting a Bargain on Your Next Cruise

Booking a cruise is complicated — prices change based on cabin availability, and determining whether you’re getting the best deal is tough. Here, our best advice for…

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Which Cruise Line Charges the Most for Drinks? Which One's Cheapest?

When we grab a sensational cruise fare, most of us assume we've saved a bundle. But you may be surprised to learn that often, the least expensive cruise lines get some of that money…

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That's Ridiculous! Cruise Lines and the Passengers They Carry

The cruise industry is the proverbial ship of fools, whether you're buying or selling.

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Travel Troubleshooter: What to Expect if You're Expecting When You Cruise

It was to be their last vacation before the birth of their first child. Then, not long before their scheduled departure, the cruiseline delivered some bad news: Not only would the…

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Cruise Travel Tips: Why All Cruisers Should Carry Valid Passports

First-time cruisers are left behind when one of the passengers lacks official travel documents. Find out why having a valid passport might protect you from getting stranded on the dock.

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Are Cruise Lines 'Dumping' Their Sick Passengers?

A traveler suffers a heart attack while aboard a cruise ship and is transferred to the nearest island hospital. Was that the best -- or only -- choice?

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Travel Troubleshooter: Insurance Didn't Cover My Cruise

A traveler didn't just lose her husband -- she has also lost an insurance claim due to her late husband's pre-existing condition. Will she be stuck paying for a cruise that they never…

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How to Handle Common Cruise Fiascoes: Lost Luggage, Missed Flights & More

Don't let lost luggage or changed itineraries ruin your cruise vacation. Follow these strategies to handle minor mishaps on cruises.

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Cruise Ship Safety: What to Expect in a Muster Drill

The tragedy aboard Costa Concordia has focused the spotlight on the industry's safety and evacuation procedures for cruise passengers. Two experts offer their insider's take on muster…

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Christmas Ham & Hanukkah Challah: How Cruise Lines Deck the Decks for the Holidays

During the holidays, cruise ships have special menus, music, and entertainment -- and sometimes even faux snow flurries in the Caribbean.

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Cruise Ship Shops: Black Friday on the High Seas?

No matter the time of year, shops aboard cruise ships tempt you with jewelry, electronics, art, toys, and more. Here are some standouts when it comes to onboard shopping.

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Travel Troubleshooter: Help! My River Cruise Transfers Are Sunk

A traveler thinks that transfers are included in his river cruise package, thanks to the company's vague promotional copy. Will the cruise company cover the costs to help keep this…

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4 Ways to Save on a Disney Cruise

Check out these four easy ways to enjoy a Disney Cruise without busting your vacation budget.

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How to Get the Best Spa Experience at Sea

Want to relax? Here are nine ways to help you score a spa deal while on a cruise.

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6 Offbeat Theme Cruises: Harleys, Klingons & KISS

Six itineraries where the devoted and the delusional float their way along a fan's journey.

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Travel Troubleshooter: My Fiance Walked Out on Me -- Can I Get a Refund?

Does a broken engagement mean this traveler will be stuck paying for the canceled honeymoon?

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Cruise History Lesson: Women of the Gold Rush

Learn about the female travelers who dared to travel to Alaska during the Gold Rush, plus find out which shore excursions include panning for gold, visiting ghost towns, touring…

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Cruise News: Small Ships Weather Rough Economic Seas

Cruise lines that specialize in small ships may face tougher economic challenges than mega cruise companies. Here's a look at where some small-ship lines went wrong -- and a glimpse at…

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Smoking Bans: Where to Light Up (or Not) on Cruise Ships

As more cruise lines ban smoking in cabins and public spaces, here's an update on the nonsmoking policies for each major cruise line.

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Cruise Makeover: Royal Caribbean Takes Ship Renovation to the Next Level

Find out how ship builders are renovating Royal Caribbean's decade-old Radiance of the Seas with new cabins, restaurants, and other examples of clever redesign.

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Drinks at Sea: Should You Buy a Beverage Package on a Cruise?

Use this guide to help calculate if a drinks package -- or à la carte pricing for bottled water, sodas, and alcohol -- makes more financial sense for your cruise.

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Taking Sailing (Un)Seriously: A Cruise Quiz

Everything you need to know about onboard life in order to make yourself look -- and feel -- smarter on your next cruise.

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Travel Troubleshooter: Can This Cruise Be Salvaged?

Two travelers miss their cruise because of flight delays. Unfortunately, they can't catch up to the ship in the Cayman Islands because they only have passport cards. Will they get any…

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4 Tips for Choosing an All-Inclusive Resort

Thinking about an all-inclusive resort or cruise for your vacation? Here's what you need to consider before you book.

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Lodging Options for Girlfriend Getaways

Discover group hotel discounts, deals on vacation rentals, and the best cruise ships for friends in our quick guide to girlfriend getaway accommodations.