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We’re counting down the Top 10 Cruise Ship Water Slides that’ll have you slip-sliding your way to the wettest, wild fun at sea.   As more cruise ships are raising the bar on exciting things to do onboard, we’ve seen an explosion of new water parks and slides from just about every major family-focused cruise line. Not only have we seen these watery wonderlands coming onboard new ships, but many dry dock refurbishments include major redesigns to include some incredible new attractions. Highlighting the best of the best, we present…

It’s time for the annual TalkingCruise guide to The Top New Cruise Ships in 2021. This year we’re highlighting 12 of our top picks of the latest and greatest.   After a year where we saw a worldwide pause in cruising, it’s time to look forward to the new cruise ships coming in 2021. It’s going to be an exciting year for new ship builds, with tons of variety in design, purpose and features. Our list highlights our tops picks, starting off with some highly anticipated vessels delayed from 2020.…

We’re exploring five real-world examples of how science will ultimately chart a safe course for people to return to cruising.   Also Watch: 5 Key Factors to Consider Before Getting Back on a Cruise Ship As hospitality venues including restaurants, hotels and theme parks open across the globe, we’re getting a glimpse into the policies and protocols that come along with of our new normal. These changes are being lead by the science that many experts believe can help mitigate the spread of covid-19 and keep people safe while being…

As cruise ships have gotten bigger and bigger of the years, the onboard experiences have become more incredible and a big part of the cruise selection process. The latest cruise ships are feature-filled with the latest technology guaranteed to provide thrills, test your skills and sometimes spills. In this post, highlighting the best of the best, we present our list of the Top 10 cruise ship activities found onboard some of the most amazing vessels in the world.   (10) Guest Participation – If you have an inner star waiting…

Once cruising resumes, will you have to wait even longer for that shiny new cruise ship? We’re checking in on the status of new cruise ships and major refurbishments scheduled for 2020.   Also Read: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cruise Line Updates 2020 was supposed to be another incredible year for new cruise ship launches, then Covid-19 happened. While we’ve seen almost the entire world come to a standstill, many shipyards have been impacted with total shutdowns or slowdowns affecting the progress of work. In this post, we’ll update you on new…

Are you ready to cruise again post Covid-19 pandemic? We’re sharing our views on what factors to consider before decide when is the right time to get back onboard a cruise ship.   While there’s still no 100% firm dates on when cruising will return, there’s a 100% chance that things are going to be different. How different is still unknown, but in this post, I’ll share my potential “deal breakers” and what I can live with before I get back to what I love. Also Read: Cruise Industry Changes…

For those of us ready to cruise again when things settle down, we’ve created a list of some changes we’d like to see implemented across the cruise industry before ships resume operations.   There’s no doubt that the current situation across the globe has had a major impact on people, daily routines and many industries. Hospitality and travel companies, including airlines, hotels, resorts, theme parks and of course cruise lines have essentially halted their operations. While we do see a strong rebound in the future for all sectors, I think…

Has your cruise been canceled and not sure what to do next? We’re sharing tips to provide the best options for when you’re ready to cruise again.   In this time of uncertainty around the globe, the idea of cruising may not be top of mind for many, but for the thousands of cruisers that have cruises booked in the coming months, the prospect of further cancelations for fully paid reservations has large monetary and personal ramifications. In this post we’re sharing tips for making wise financial choices and how…

The Norwegian Sun first set sail in 2001, but was refurbished in 2018 as part of the Norwegian Edge program. At double occupancy, she accommodates up to 1,936 passengers! If you’re planning to cruise on the Norwegian Sun out of Port Canaveral, we’ve got a ship overview, travel tips for before and after your cruise, and a discount code to kick off your vacation! Norwegian Sun – Ship Overview Norwegian Sun is one of Norwegian Cruise Lines smaller ships, but she is well suited for her short 3 to 5…