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Rogers Centre in Toronto on a game night.
Toronto

Toronto Blue Jays 2026: the Perfect Stop on Your Great Lakes Cruise

If you're cruising into Toronto this year, why not catch a Blue Jays game? This post includes the home schedule, cruise ship port calls, and a combined calendar to help you plan your visit.

Mar 27, 2026 Read Post ↗
Norwegian Luna cruise ship at sea.
Cruise News

Norwegian Luna Is Here: NCL's Newest Ship Makes Her Miami Debut

Norwegian Luna has welcomed her first guests and arrived in Miami. Here's a look at what's on board, where she's sailing, and what's new at Great Stirrup Cay.

Mar 26, 2026 Read Post ↗
Cruise port arrivals - The gangway thumbnail
Cruise Tips

Cruise Port Arrivals: Everything You Need to Know about the Gangway

The gangway is the vital link between your ship and shore. Discover how it works on Princess Cruises, the cold towel treat waiting on your return, and expert tips to make every port day stress-free.

Mar 22, 2026 Read Post ↗
Exploring the NCL DAWN - Full Cruise Ship Tour in 4K
Ship Review

Exploring the NCL Dawn: Full Cruise Ship Tour in 4K

A comprehensive walkthrough of the Norwegian Dawn — dining options, public spaces, and everything you need to know before you book!

May 21, 2025 Read Post ↗
Princess Cruises logo reflecting on crystal-clear Japanese waters.
Asia

Japan by Cruise Ship: A Princess Cruises Highlight

My father used to say Japan was a fascinating society — and after finding myself there decades later on a cruise, I can confirm he was right. Japan is unlike anywhere else in the world. Princess Cruises specializes in Japan itineraries, and cruising is a wonderful way to experience it, balancing rich cultural immersion and stunning natural beauty with the ease of a cruise ship. A cruise can also open doors to places that would be logistically tricky to reach any other way.

Aug 1, 2024 🕑 2 min
A stunning Alaskan landscape viewed from a cruise ship balcony.
Alaska

Sailing to Alaska: Is a Balcony Worth It?

A balcony stateroom changes how you experience Alaska. Long summer days give you hours of scenery — glaciers, misty shorelines, and wildlife — right from your private space. If you're ever on the fence about what cabin to book on an Alaskan cruise, I highly recommend booking at minimum a balcony stateroom.

Jun 7, 2023 🕑 2 min
An aerial view of the resort beaches at Grand Turk.
Caribbean

Grand Turk: Fun & Easy Port in the Caribbean

Grand Turk punches well above its weight for a small island. The beaches are stunning, the water is warm, and it's all waking distance from your ship! You can easily spend teh day next door to your ship, or take a tour around the island. It's a flat island and easy to explore. It's one of those islands I'm happy to see on an itinerary because I know it will be an easy day!

Feb 6, 2023 🕑 2 min
A cruise ship sailing through crystal clear Bahamian waters.
Caribbean

Holland America Bahamas: Crystal Clear Waters Await

Bahamas cruising is easy and you have many choices sailing out of Florida. One of my favourite beaches is Holland America's Half Moon Cay. If a pristine beach with stunning turquoise waters is of interest to you, consider Half Moon Cay! The Bahamas are not necessarily part of the Caribbean in a geographic sense (they are in the Atlantic) however from a cultural and tourism perspective they are closley linked with the Caribbean.

Feb 6, 2023 🕑 2 min
The Celebrity Apex illuminated in blue light.
Ship Review

Celebrity Apex: The Future of Luxury Cruising Is Here

Celebrity's Edge-class ships have redefined luxury at sea. From The Retreat sundeck to the Magic Carpet, the Apex is one of my favourite ships!

Feb 1, 2023 🕑 1 min
The coastline of Bora Bora seen from the deck of a cruise ship.
Pacific

Bora Bora by Sea: A Destination Worth Every Mile

Sailing into Bora Bora is an experience that can't be captured by a photograph. This island is on many bucket lists so if you want to see volcanic peaks, a jaw-dropping lagoon, overwater bungalows, swim and snorkle in warm waters, consider a cruise to Bora Bora. You can turn your dreams into reality.

Feb 20, 2020 🕑 1 min
The NCL Getaway cruise ship on the open ocean.
Ship Review

NCL Getaway: Why Norwegian Gets Freestyle Right

No set dining times, a massive waterfront promenade, and entertainment that runs until the early hours — Norwegian's freestyle concept is genuinely a great way to cruise.

Sep 20, 2016 🕑 4 min
An elevated perspective of the Panama Canal locks.
Cruise Tips

The Panama Canal: Engineering Marvel & Bucket-List Cruise

Royal Caribbean's most famous cruiser has a favorite cruise itineray. If you guessed Panama Canal, you'd be right! Seeing a ship that can be the size of city block squeeze through the Panama Canal locks is something many cruisers aspire to witness at least once in a lifetime.

Jan 25, 2014 🕑 1 min