In 2019 (before the pandemic) more than 15 million people took cruise vacations - this number is expected to be surpassed in 2023 as more people feel comfortable to travel in close quarters once again. While that's a large number of people and the industry is growing rapidly ... many people still have outdated views and misunderstandings about what it's like to be on a cruise ship. Personally, I find that sometimes industry associates over simplify things or brush off concerns too much as a counterweight to media mentions that are vastly inaccurate. However, these topics of myths and misunderstandings continue to be a popular topic of new cruisers and experienced ones alike, so let's get started on some of my favorites!
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Have you ever heard of a Fish Extender on a Disney Cruise? This unique concept may sound strange, but it is actually an important part of the cruise experience for many people that sail on a Disney cruise. While socializing with other guests on your itinerary before the cruise is something that is common regardless of which cruise line - the notion of sharing gifts with each other, planning your door decorations, and indeed encouraging people to travel through the ships hallways seeking out door decorations that they learned about online is something that in uniquely Disney. I think this extends from the already popular activity of trading pins with other folks at the Disney parks but I'm not entirely sure. Whatever the reason - it's an incredibly fun experience that anyone can join in on ... even if it is your first cruise with Disney!
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Are you a smoker looking to take a cruise vacation? If so, you may be wondering what the regulations are for smoking on board. Luckily, there are some options available to smokers who want to enjoy their cruise without having to give up their nicotine fix.
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Congratulations! If you're reading this article about planning a proposal aboard a cruise ship then that means you are probably in a strong relationship and looking for the right way to take things to the next level. Whether your idea of the perfect proposal is getting down on one knee in the dining room on a formal night or popping the question from the comfort and privacy of your private cabana, this is going to be a big moment for both of you.
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Almost every cruise line now offers some sort of exclusive area that is separate from the crowds that are endemic to the rest of the ship. On some lines this exclusive space is part of a comprehensive suite of benefits that include butlers and expedited boarding, while others such as Holland America Line offer it on a sort of ad hoc basis. While they have two components that offer different aspects of this exclusivity - Club Orange and the Retreat - it is the latter than I'm absolutely addicted to and should be a part of your next cruise if you love to relax.
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