• Home
  • Blog
  • Search
  • About Us
  • Ready To Book A Cruise?

How To Prepare For Your 72-Hour Pre Cruise Covid Test

There is a lot of anxiety about the requirement to have a negative COVID-19 test 72 hours before a cruise and frankly what seems like a simple task can be quite complicated. At this point, most of us have had at least one covid test since the pandemic began and so fundimentally this one shouldn't be much different. Unfortuantely that just isn't true since you have false positives and false negatives that could result in you having to forfeit your vacation plans at the last minute. Here are some ways that you can prepare so that this process is less stressful and less likely to prevent you from embarking on your cruise.

Written by: James Hills
Published: 15 August 2021
Last Updated: 15 August 2021
Hits: 8000

Read more: How To Prepare For Your 72-Hour Pre Cruise Covid Test

Eight Awesome Places To Snorkel On Your Next West Coast Cruise

For most folks seeking a cruise with awesome opportunities to snorkel, they look at the Caribbean or down under to explore Australia's Great Barrier Reef. While cruises from west coast ports aren't known for being choice opportunities for snorkeling, that really isn't true. Sure, some destinations like California and Alaska are much colder than the Caribbean, they offer some incredibly unique opportunities. Plus, Mexico and Hawaii shouldn't be overlooked when it comes to warm water snorkeling destinations. Let's take a look at eight awesome places to explore if you are looking to go snorkeling on a west coast cruise.

Written by: James Hills
Published: 15 August 2021
Last Updated: 15 August 2021
Hits: 2533

Read more: Eight Awesome Places To Snorkel On Your Next West Coast Cruise

Navigator Of The Seas Brings Royal Caribbean Excitement To California

Modern, stylish, family-friendly, and tropical vibes describe the Royal Caribbean Navigator of the Seas ship perfectly. This newly refurbished ship has state-of-the-art technology, private cabanas, massively enhanced suites, an indoor and outdoor suite lounge, delectable restaurants, a thrilling water park, the longest water slide at sea, mini-golf, and so much more that will make your vacation one to remember.

Written by: James Hills
Published: 01 August 2021
Last Updated: 30 January 2023
Hits: 6157

Read more: Navigator Of The Seas Brings Royal Caribbean Excitement To California

Taking A Cruise From San Diego? Here's What You Need to Know

When you cruise from San Diego, or cruise to California in general, you are getting the best of both worlds: a beautiful cruise and everything that California has to offer. When planning your cruise vacation, it is important not only to know where you will be cruising from, but also what is there for you when the boat docks.

Written by: James Hills
Published: 30 July 2021
Last Updated: 16 August 2021
Hits: 7292

Read more: Taking A Cruise From San Diego? Here's What You Need to Know

Can Cruise Ships Sink? Vital Information on Vessel Safety

Cruise ships are designed to be as safe as possible, but it is still possible for them to sink. However, in order for this to happen there would need to be a number of different circumstances that come together at the same time. For example, if there was a major storm and the ship's captain didn't steer into it properly then they may have trouble staying afloat. In addition, if the boat has taken on too much water through holes or cracks in its hull then it will eventually capsize and sink. While this seems unlikely given how well these boats are constructed and maintained, there are some instances of cruise ships sinking throughout history that serve as evidence that it can happen!

Written by: James Hills
Published: 06 July 2021
Last Updated: 30 January 2023
Hits: 29675

Read more: Can Cruise Ships Sink? Vital Information on Vessel Safety

  1. Princess Cruises "North to Alaska" Program Offers Guests Authentic Local Experiences & Fresh Alaska Seafood
  2. Why Are Ships Called She and Gendered Female
  3. Holland America Line Celebrates A Return To San Diego
  4. Six Ways To Cruise Hawaii
  5. Let's Take A Look At Cruise Ship Pools
  6. What You Need To Know About Cruise Butler Service On Different Cruise Lines
  7. We Were On Hand As Holland America Line Koningsdam Crew Received First Vaccine Doses
  8. What Are The Cruise Lines Doing To Help Keep Us Safe Once Cruising Returns To The West Coast?
  9. How You Can Still Visit Alaska This Summer Even If Big Ship Cruising Is Over
  10. How To Get Laid On A Cruise

Cruise Reviews

Cruise Tips Advice

Cruise News

Sustainability

Ports and Destinations

Cruise Ports

Cruise Ships

Officers and Crew

Cruise Ship Preview

Food

Gear

Cruise Stories

Excursions

Page 20 of 30

  • 15
  • 16
  • 17
  • 18
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • 23
  • 24

Latest Cruise Video

Buying Guides

buying guide for best binoculars to take with you on an Alaska cruise

Witness Alaska's Wonders: Top 5 Travel Binoculars for Your Cruise

Witness Alaska's Wonders: Top 5 Travel Binoculars for Your Cruise
buying guide : the best walkie talkies for taking with you on a cruise

Stay Safe and Connected on a Cruise: Best Walkie-Talkies Review

Stay Safe and Connected on a Cruise: Best Walkie-Talkies Review

We are dedicated to promoting Pacific coastal cruises and supporting a community of west coast cruisers from ports including San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Vancouver as they set sail to destinations around the world. We offer cruise news, tips, and deals to help make your choice to cruise the west coast an easy one!

Looking to book a cruise?

Please visit our sponsor:

Flow Voyages 

Email: heather@flowvoyages.com 

Call: 630-779-9301

Port Guides:

  • San Diego - California
  • Catalina Island - California
  • San Pedro Cruise Terminal
  • Long Beach Cruise Terminal
  • Long Beach - California
  • Seattle - Washington
  • Vancouver - BC - Canada
  • Ensenada - Mexico
  • Cabo San Lucas - Mexico
  • Puerto Vallarta - Mexico
  • Skagway - Alaska
  • Juneau - Alaska
  • Ketchikan - Alaska
  • Santa Barbara - California
  • Cruise Community
    • Meet Ups
    • Win Stuff!
    • Deals
  • Contact - Work With Us
  • Create Article
  • Privacy Statement
  • Articles
  • Cruise Tips & Advice
  • Cruise Reviews
  • Cruise News
  • Sustainability & Environment
  • New Cruisers
  • Meet TravelChick
© 2023
  • Cruises From San Diego
  • Cruises From Los Angeles
  • Cruises From San Francisco
  • Cruises From Seattle
  • Cruises From Vancouver
  • California Coastal Cruises
  • Alaska Cruises
  • Panama Canal Cruises
  • South Pacific Cruises
  • Mexican Riviera Cruises
  • Baja Mexico Cruises
  • Sea Of Cortez Cruises
  • Columbia and Snake River Cruises
  • Hawaii Cruises