Veteran cruisers share everything first-time cruisers should know before they go to ensure smooth sailing on any vessel.

Given that cruise ships are floating hotels, first-time cruisers would be forgiven for thinking that they can simply pack as if they're staying in one. Wrong - as revealed here by travel experts, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lewis Nunn is a Senior Travel Editor based in London. Personal butler service can make all the difference on a cruise—and most ...

Guests are allowed to give cash tips onboard cruises anytime they feel it is warranted, but it is not expected. That said, it often feels natural to want to hand over some cash for workers that you ...

Cruises can simplify travel by bundling lodging, transportation, and entertainment into one package. New cruisers may want to start with a shorter sailing on a cruise line that matches their travel ...

I’ve taken more than 40 cruises, and I’m still the person who packs an anti-nausea kit. Most sailings are smooth because I plan ahead. But earlier this year, crossing rough waters in Japan, a bout of ...

The cruise industry is wooing first-time travelers. If you're one of them, here are eight cruise tips you should know before your first trip. This article is part of "Well Charted," a series for ...

Cruise gratuities are essentially service charges intended to compensate crew members for the work they do throughout your voyage, from your cabin attendant and dining staff to behind-the-scenes team ...

Founded in 1966, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is known for its “Freestyle Cruising” concept, which emphasizes flexible dining, diverse entertainment, and a casual onboard atmosphere. Over the decades, ...