Cruises travel tips

I spend half of my year living on a cruise ship for free.

A 41-year-old man fell overboard early Friday morning while on a heavy-metal-themed "Headbangers Boat" cruise, according to Miami news outlet WTVJ.

When compared to American resort ships or the ‘cheap and cheerful’ European lines, British cruise lines may seem traditional to the point of outdated. But one line, P&O Cruises, is undergoing a transformation as bigger ships join its fleet.

The chances of you falling overboard off a cruise ship are extremely low.

Holland America Line is discounting paradise with 25 percent off cruises to Hawaii for this year and 2024.

Destinations that can only be reached by sea are among the most world's most brag-worthy. There’s something alluring about the cachet associated with arriving at a destination the “old-fashioned way”—stepping onto the pier (or alighting off a tender) knowing that you’ve shifted from the microcosm of a ship to that of a remote destination. Your two community bubbles will mingle for a few hours and then part, much the way calls at remote ports have always been, dating back to the days of sail.

I took my son on his first cruise when he was just a few months old, and our family hasn't stopped cruising since.

A guest on board a Royal Caribbean cruise this weekend is lucky to be alive after going overboard after the ship departed Barcelona. 

World-renowned spiritual teacher and author Deepak Chopra has formed a multi-year partnership with expedition cruise line Swan Hellenic, creating a series of 'Explore & Restore' wellbeing cruises designed to foster self-discovery and cultural immersion.

Brochures advertising expedition cruises promise once-in-a-lifetime trips to some of the world’s most pristine destinations. Small vessels specifically designed for challenging waters travel to the likes of the Northwest Passage, Antarctica, and the Galapagos Islands throughout the year.

Quiet relaxation or unlimited drink packages? White tablecloths or all-you-can-eat buffets? Water slides or jazz quartets?

After taking some time to recharge from a busy summer, you might be ready to think about your next adventure. If you're already nostalgic for T-shirts and swimsuits, you're probably eager to flock somewhere where the sun’s still shining. Or maybe you’re somewhere that shows no signs of cooling soon and want a taste of true autumn up north. Wherever the destination, you have unlimited options with this season’s top-notch travel deals.

This as-told-to essay is based on conversations with Vincent McNally, a retired FBI special agent who worked as a security officer on Holland America Line cruise ships from 2005 to 2011. His words have been edited for length and clarity.

MSC Cruises announced it was forced to cancel the full winter program of sailings aboard MSC Orchestra scheduled for the Red Sea due to the ongoing conflict in Israel and the surrounding regions.

When images of the world's largest cruise ship went viral this summer, social media users described Icon of the Seas with less than flattering terms. Among them are "human lasagne," a "monstrosity," and "hell on water."

Lisa Lutoff-Perlo made headlines as the first woman president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises when she took the helm of the line in 2014. In her new memoir, Making Waves, she offers hard-won wisdom she has gathered over her nearly 40-year career in the industry, climbing her way from door-to-door cruise salesperson all the way to the C-suite.

A woman who's lived on cruise ships for more than 10 years said there are two things she's not allowed to do on board. 

This fall, cruise lines are preparing for a big boost to their offerings and route maps. If you’re planning travel for 2024, these cruise lines have new options just for you. Now that the pandemic is in the rearview mirror, cruise companies are launching new ships, new itineraries and new amenities.

Princess Cruises unveiled Spellbound by Magic Castle, a collaboration set to debut aboard Sun Princess when the new ship sets sail in early 2024.

Princess Cruises has officially revealed Spellbound by Magic Castle, a new collaboration with the famed Hollywood clubhouse for the Academy of Magical Arts, The Magic Castle, set to launch onboard Sun Princess when the new ship debuts in early 2024.

Fall is shoulder season for Alaska, Mexico, and the Caribbean—and for fall cruises, that means emptier ships which allow booking windows to stay open longer. In other words, now is a great time to snag a last-minute sailing.