Cruise Specialists in the News

Do You Always Need A Passport When Traveling By Cruise?

6/11/2024 10:15:00 AM Islands

One of the things that some fail to check before booking a cruise is figuring out whether or not they need a passport or a specific travel requirement before they set sail. But here's the quick answer: It depends.... Read More >>

Dining on a Cruise: The 10 Best Tips and Tricks

2/14/2024 12:00:00 AM Frommer's

Maximize your culinary experience without blowing your budget with these cruise dining hacks... Read More >>

Review: I’ve been on many top cruise lines — Here’s what to know

12/21/2023 9:03:00 AM New York Post

Sailing away on a cruise — whether docking in the tropics of The Bahamas or the chillier abode of Alaska — is one of the best vacations you can opt for. Why, you may ask?... Read More >>

You Won’t Believe Where Expedition Cruises Are Going Now

9/9/2023 12:36:00 AM Forbes

Expedition cruises, once confined to places like Alaska's Inside Passage, the Antarctic or the Galápagos Islands, are pushing into less-explored destinations... Read More >>

Cruise Specialists' Annie Scrivanich Steps Down as SVP

8/25/2023 12:00:00 AM Travelmarket Report

Scrivanich, who joined Cruise Specialists in 2013, is retiring after a long career in the industry... Read More >>

First-Time Cruise Tips: 20 Major Mistakes to Avoid

8/22/2023 8:00:00 PM WTOP News

If you’ve decided to hit the high seas for the first time, there’s a lot to consider. Beyond the seemingly endless itinerary options, you’ll also need to select your ideal cruise line and ship size, research what’s included with your cruise fare, and figure out what to pack. To help make your debut voyage as seamless as possible, U.S. News has compiled a list of common first-time cruise mistakes.... Read More >>

Small Cruises Are Big This Summer. Here’s What’s On The Horizon

3/31/2023 2:09:00 AM Forbes

When it comes to cruising, small is big this summer. Expedition cruises, small - ship cruises, and sustainable cruises are attracting more travelers, some of whom haven't taken a vacation since the start of the pandemic.... Read More >>

Cruise Drink Packages Float Higher for Passengers

3/30/2023 6:00:00 AM The Wall Street Journal

Boozy drink packages are a big reason passengers choose to book a cruise. They are also starting to cost a lot more.... Read More >>

Holiday travel 2022: Expert predictions and tips to save money

9/30/2022 6:00:00 AM The Seattle Times

How bad will the 2022 holiday travel season get? So bad that people like Raj Mahal are telling everyone to stay home... Read More >>

'People are not paying attention to final payment dates': How to avoid cruising mistakes

9/16/2022 2:38:00 PM USA TODAY

When Katie Whittington canceled her 14-day transatlantic sailing from New York to London on the Norwegian Getaway, she made one of the most common post-pandemic cruise mistakes: She didn't read the fine print on her ticket... Read More >>

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Booking Your Cruise

9/16/2022 9:15:00 AM The Points Guy

Booking a cruise can be confusing, whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned cruiser. With so many details to consider, it’s surprisingly easy to make a mistake. Booking errors can range from... Read More >>

Want To Take A Small Ship Cruise? Here’s What You Need To Know

8/31/2022 8:00:00 AM Forbes

There's no disco on the MS Polarlys, a 619-passenger ship that cruises up and down the Norwegian coast. Also missing: a water slide, arcade, and movie theater. Instead, you'll find... Read More >>

Wave Season Starts Early: Here’s How To Plan Your 2023 Cruise

8/20/2022 8:59:00 AM Forbes

Cruise lines started the 2023 wave season early by dropping almost all of their COVID vaccination requirements. Bookings have reportedly surged this week, and if you've ever considered a cruise... Read More >>

Facts Calm Jittery Cruiser Nerves, But Q1 Cruise Cancellations Still Widespread

1/14/2022 12:00:00 AM Travel Market Report

Cruise sellers face an uphill battle this quarter as the mainstream news continues its negative coverage of the cruise industry. News reports of a... Read More >>

Travel Industry Leaders Reflect on Richard Fain’s Legacy

11/11/2021 12:00:00 AM Travel Pulse

As word spread of Richard Fain’s retirement after 33 years as head of Royal Caribbean, industry leaders reflected on his legacy and impact on not just cruising... Read More >>

Around-the-world cruises and tours are hot. Here’s what you need to know about them.

11/10/2021 2:15:00 PM Washington Post

When Sy Markowsky saw the promotion for Uniworld’s Rivers of the World cruise, a light went on. It was the centerpiece of an around-the-world adventure he’d been dreaming of... Read More >>

Yes, you can still redeem your travel vouchers. Here's how to do it.

10/29/2021 7:00:00 AM USA Today

The travel credit you got after the pandemic is probably about to expire. Actually, it may have already run out... Read More >>

Cruise lines ramp up US sailings, even as travel agents warn delta threatens fall bookings

9/9/2021 11:51:00 AM CNBC

The cruise industry continues to sail ahead, ramping up operations even as the delta variant drives new... Read More >>

Travel Advisors Find River Cruises a Bigger Opportunity Even With Hurdles

7/12/2021 11:00:00 AM Skift.com

Travel advisors would do well to thoroughly explain the differences between ocean and river cruises. While some travelers have concerns about getting on any kind of cruise... Read More >>

Luxury Cruisers Are Ready to Sail and See the World

4/15/2021 12:00:00 AM Cruise Industry News

Passengers are prepared to spend more on luxury cruises today than pre-pandemic due to a long break from vacationing, as well as future cruise credits accumulated from pandemic-related cancellations... Read More >>

Suites? Long voyages? Travelers 'upsize' their cruise vacations

3/6/2021 12:00:00 AM Travel Weekly

For Americans who didn't experience a financial crunch during the pandemic, an increase in savings combined with a strong stock market is already resulting in what cruise lines and travel advisors say is a cruise upsizing trend... Read More >>

Travelers Will Have a 'Go Big or Stay Home' Mantra Post Pandemic

2/13/2021 12:00:00 AM Travel Pulse

“Go big or stay home” will be the mantra for many travelers as they emerge from pandemic restrictions, according to J.D. O’Hara, CEO of Internova, speaking virtually at... Read More >>

What Will it Take to Start Cruising Again?

2/5/2021 12:00:00 AM USA Today

To resume sailing, the government has set strict standards for cruise lines. "The lines have to be able to successfully... Read More >>

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