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10Aug

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The 10 Best Cruises for Teens 2023

When planning a vacation with kids, a family cruise can be one of the best options to consider, especially when traveling with active teens. While parents escape to an adults-only venue on the ship and have a quiet dinner for two, teens can mix and mingle with others their age in teen-only clubs, play games, listen to music, or grab a pizza and a movie under the stars. And if your tweens and teens need more action-packed fun to keep them entertained, some cruise ships act like floating amusement parks with zip lines, racetracks, roller coasters, ice skating rinks, laser tag, waterslides and more.If you're considering a family getaway or a multigenerational vacation, these top cruise lines offer some of the most exciting and entertaining options to keep teens and tweens – and their parents...

How to Retire on a Cruise Ship | Retirement

8Aug

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How to Retire on a Cruise Ship | Retirement

If you enjoyed cruises during vacations, it may be appealing to think about moving onboard permanently in retirement. Cruising has become increasingly accessible during the last decade and continues to provide a somewhat leisurely mode to explore the world. While the idea of setting sail and enjoying a plethora of amenities can be attractive, there are logistics to consider before signing up for long-term cruising.To investigate retirement on a cruise ship, you'll want to: Understand what's involved with the lifestyle. Look at your finances and set a budget. Review options for the services you need. Consider how your social life will be impacted. Outline your priorities and talk to family. Use the following information as a starting point to help you decide if you should spend your r...

2Aug

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The Best Times to Cruise to Alaska

Alaska's astounding beauty and vast wilderness are unlike any other destination in the U.S. – and even in the world. While you can plan land-based trips to the state, many of Alaska's majestic snow-capped mountains, pristine forests, glacial waterways and abundant wildlife are in remote locations, only reachable by plane or by boat. That's just one of the many reasons why Alaska is one of the most popular cruise destinations in the world.With so many cruise ships visiting Alaska each year – over the course of a seven-monthlong season – when is the best time to book an Alaskan cruise?If you have school-age children, you'll probably need to travel midsummer, which is peak season. However, if you're flexible on dates, there's really no bad time to visit this magical destination. Mountain pea...

OceanSky Cruises launches partnership with Les Roches

13Jul

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OceanSky Cruises launches partnership with Les Roches

OceanSky Cruises, the airline of airships with a commitment to sustainable aviation, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Les Roches. Together, they will develop the hospitality operations and service protocols that will redefine the future of luxury air travel, which will take passengers on a trip to the geographical north-pole on its first expedition. This new experiential travel category is unlike anything that exists in the industry, providing passengers with a level of luxury and adventure not seen since the 1930s, when airships were the oceanliners of the skies. The airship will have a passenger gondola designed to provide services on par with the most exquisite hotels in the world. The gondola will have private cabins with en-suite bathrooms, a panoramic terrace, and al...

23Jun

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35 Essentials for Your 2023 Cruise

Packing for any trip takes some planning, but cruise vacations present a unique challenge – particularly due to limited storage space and sparse options for purchasing accidentally forgotten items. To help you decide what to pack for a cruise, we've compiled a cruise packing list with essentials that will simplify and organize your packing process or be useful to have on the ship or in port. Download the cruise packing list pictured above to reference while you pack and read on to learn more about the recommended items and where you can purchase them if needed. Cruise packing list Magnetic hooks Sea-Bands Dramamine Wrinkle release spray Garment bag Over-the-door organizers Poo-Pourri Notebook Wine or Champagne Portable humidifier Noise-canceling headphones Electronics organize...