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What You Need to Know About Staying Healthy on a Cruise

Regardless of the time of the year that you travel, it is not uncommon for cruisers to pick up a host of illnesses while out at sea. You do not want an illness to get in the way of your magical time out on the open water. Fortunately, there are steps that you can take to protect yourself from all of the germs and bacteria that call cruise ships home. Here are five ways that you can stay healthy on your cruise adventure.

Written by: James Hills
Published: 08 December 2019
Last Updated: 16 December 2019
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How Much Will That Cheap Cruise Actually Cost You

Carnival advertises super cheap cruises from Long Beach - many less than $50 per person, per day. How much will that cheap cruise actually cost once you add everything up? 

Written by: James Hills
Published: 08 December 2019
Last Updated: 04 January 2020
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What To Expect At A Cruise Ship Art Auction

All of the major cruise lines offer art auctions and other opportunities to explore art and maybe buy something. While initially, this might seem intimidating to some people, these art auctions are actually a lot of fun ... and no you don't even have to buy anything!

Written by: James Hills
Published: 07 December 2019
Last Updated: 27 September 2020
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What Are Sea Days On a Cruise Vacation Itinerary

Sea Days can be the most fun days on a cruise. While new cruisers typically look at cruises as a floating hotel taking you from one place to the next, one of the most fun and unique parts of the experience is known as a sea day. Here's why this can be one of the most fun parts of your total cruise experience!

Written by: James Hills
Published: 07 December 2019
Last Updated: 04 January 2020
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Tips To Help You Save Money On A Cruise Ship

Cruise ship fares are so cheap because most cruise lines look at that as only a way to cover basic costs. Once onboard, there are lots of opportunities to spend money. Some are good deals and others are not. The savvy cruiser knows which is which, so here's our advice on how you can save money on a cruise ship!

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Published: 07 December 2019
Last Updated: 08 December 2019
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