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3 weeks ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Megan duBois |Suzanne Mason |Nicola Wood
We've all heard the horror stories: a family misses their cruise vacation due to canceled flights, missed connections or jammed roadways. Thankfully, there's a way to nearly ensure you get on the cruise you booked months ago: arrive a day early and stay in a hotel near the embarkation port the night before your voyage. At Port Canaveral, a popular cruise port near Orlando, Florida, you can set sail aboard Disney Wish, Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas and many other ships.
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1 month ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Jill Schildhouse |Erin (Shields) Evans |Nicola Wood
If you're dreaming of a union that's equal parts romantic getaway and unforgettable celebration, a cruise ship wedding might be the perfect fit. Wedding cruises offer couples the chance to exchange vows against the backdrop of the open sea, with the added bonus of built-in accommodations, breathtaking photo ops and a honeymoon that begins the moment you set sail. Keith Willard, founder and lead designer of Keith Willard Events, has helped many couples plan their nuptials at sea.
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1 month ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Lyssa Goldberg |Erin (Shields) Evans |Nicola Wood
Planning the perfect pre-cruise stay can be as important as the voyage itself. In fact, finding the right hotel near the PortMiami cruise port with a shuttle or affordable parking might be the key to starting off your trip stress-free. Luckily, choosing a cruiser-friendly hotel doesn't have to mean sacrificing quality for convenience.
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1 month ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Jill Schildhouse |Rachael Hood |Nicola Wood
When it comes to bachelor party planning, the expectations can be high and the group chats chaotic. You need something that's fun, low-stress and primed for great stories – but that ideally doesn't end with anyone stranded in the desert or breaking the bank. That's where a cruise comes in.
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1 month ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Megan duBois |Erin (Shields) Evans |Nicola Wood
There's nothing better than gathering your closest friends for a fun-filled bachelorette party. One of the best ways to celebrate the bride-to-be is with a bachelorette party cruise – be it a half-day city sailing or a full weekend at sea. Day cruises through hot spots like New York City or Savannah, Georgia, showcase the city's best sights from the water, all while the bride and her tribe enjoy music, dancing and maybe a signature drink (or two).
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1 month ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Skye Sherman |Erin (Shields) Evans |Nicola Wood
A cruise ship honeymoon blends luxury, convenience and exploration into one unforgettable getaway. Whether you're looking for a short, budget-friendly escape or a longer luxury voyage where money is no object, there's a honeymoon cruise for every kind of couple. With options ranging from boutique yacht-style cruises in Croatia to Caribbean megaship sailings to bucket list Antarctica voyages, a cruise vacation makes it easy to celebrate your new life together without worrying about logistics.
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1 month ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Lyn Mettler |Timothy J. Forster |Nicola Wood |Rachael Hood
1/18 CreditGetty Images|View as articleFill up the car and head to these coastal destinations for an affordable beach vacation. Whether you're looking for a peaceful seaside escape to get in touch with nature or a beach with amenities like shops and kayak rentals, the Gulf Coast – which spans Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida – offers it all.
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2 months ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Gwen Pratesi |Erin (Shields) Evans |Nicola Wood
Viking Ocean Cruises and Seabourn Cruise Line are very different cruise providers, even though both fall into the luxury cruise category. Seabourn is considered an ultra-luxury brand with smaller yacht-like ships, while Viking's larger luxury vessels accommodate more passengers. To help you decide between the two lines, we've compared them across 11 categories. Which one you choose will ultimately depend on the experience you're seeking for your next vacation at sea.
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2 months ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Nicola Wood |Suzanne Mason |Janice Wald Henderson
Cruising with SilverseaWhat's New for 2024/2025? Silver Ray – sister ship of Silver Nova – debuted summer 2024. Two dozen new ports debuting summer and winter 2025, including Trois-Ilets, Martinique and the Dingle Peninsula, Ireland. Several new suite categories introduced on Silver Ray and Silver Nova, including luxurious Otium Suite with private outdoor hot tub.
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2 months ago | 
travel.usnews.com | Jill Schildhouse |Suzanne Mason |Nicola Wood
Royal Caribbean made a massive splash with the launch of Icon of the Seas in early 2024. As the current titleholder of the largest cruise ship in the world, this floating resort was designed to be a destination in itself, rather than just a mode of transportation for your vacation. It's almost hard to care about your Caribbean island itinerary when there's so much to do on board.
