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Bars on Celebrity Apex

Bars on Celebrity Apex

Celebrity elevates the experiences of bars on Celebrity Apex with creative drink menus, comfortable spaces, plenty of seating, and interesting themes and decor. With ten options, you could spend the whole cruise searching for the perfect hangout. Some bars on...
Is It Cheaper To Book A Cruise While On A Cruise?

Is It Cheaper To Book A Cruise While On A Cruise?

You may be shocked to know that I encourage my clients to take advantage of CruiseNext, NextCruise, or whatever program is offered to book their next cruise while onboard their current cruise. I can do this with confidence knowing I’ve virtually guaranteed a...
Are Pre Paid Gratuities Required On A Cruise?

Are Pre Paid Gratuities Required On A Cruise?

Late in 2022 and a few days into 2023 gratuities in general and specifically pre paid gratuities for cruises have been a topic of conversation in articles, social media posts, and other cruise related online communities. The recent announcements and policy changes of...
Norwegian Getaway: What Is There To Do?

Norwegian Getaway: What Is There To Do?

Cruises have a lot of up side. Great value? Check. Multiple destinations in one vacation? Check. Good food? Check. Good drinks? Check. A brand and ship for everyone? Check and check. Even with all those reasons to cruise, one question both people who have never been...
Cruise Line Itinerary Changes

Cruise Line Itinerary Changes

Numerous factors go into choosing a cruise vacation. We make decisions based on the cruise line, ship, time of year, and price. What’s the glaring omission from this list? The itinerary. Whether you’re the type of person who is more concerned with the ship...
Luggage Tips For Cruises

Luggage Tips For Cruises

One of my favorite things about cruising is going to multiple destinations but only unpacking the first day packing again when it’s time to go back home. I’ve noticed a lot of people have questions about luggage. How to get luggage onboard, when to pack,...