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Short answer – No, not really Most cruise lines allow a bottle of wine or champagne per person to be carried on. This varies depending on cruise line, so check your cruise line’s web page FAQs before you get to port. Check your daily guide for drink specials or free samples of alcohol. Carnival has…
Check out the travel insurance site we use. Short answer: Of course. As with most of these types of questions, the worth of a balcony is subjective. If you are thinking about getting a balcony and have the means to do so, it will be worth it to you. I have yet to hear someone…
Short answer: Maybe, if you pay extra Your phone should be in airplane mode if you do not want a huge data bill. Internet is considered a luxury on a cruise. Fast speeds are just starting to catch up with cruise ships. There are computer cafes available on the ship, but you do need an…
Short answer: Yes, but… You may only smoke in designated spots or you could be fined. Some cruise lines are also changing their policies to include being kicked off the ship if you are caught! Check with staff if you are confused where the smoking sections is. Ships may allow smoking in the casino. There…
Short answer: Preferably not Saving money where we can is on many of our minds. Hotel costs, meals, etc can add up quickly. Sometimes it can be tempting to just get an early flight into the city your cruise is leaving out of. Or maybe the airport you fly out of does not offer flights…
Short answer: You may be on your own to get to the next port This is when I am going to plug travel insurance. In a situation like this, travel insurance would save you time, money, and much grief. Check the credit card you put your cruise on, as they may provide some sort of…
Going Professional. As a semi-professional blogger, I felt C & I needed headshots. I am self conscious about the pictures I take of myself, so I wanted a professional. And we were going on a cruise with photographers just standing around! Perfect match. I checked out the photo package online and saw it was $149…
Short answer: Yes! This post may contain affiliate links. See our full disclosure here. When I am traveling, I feel I need an extra boost of immunity and emotional protection. I can’t go to a hotel without my diffuser and a handful of essential oils. But what about when I cruise? Do I still take…
Short answer: Maybe Cruise lines do provide hangers in the cabin for your use. For some people, this is enough. A few rooms I have staid in, the previous occupant had left extra hangers. Others who may need a few more, can ask their room attendant if they can get more. Please note the attendant…
Short answer: NO! First off, hello my fellow coffee friends! You cannot bring an electric coffee maker on your cruise with you. It will, and should, get confiscated. It is a fire risk. I cannot speak to french presses, this is something you should call your cruise line to inquire about. It would be possible…