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Founder and Publisher at Cruzely.com

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Carnival Makes a Massive Change to its Loyalty Program… And Passengers Are NOT Happy

1 week ago | cruzely.com | Tanner Callais

If social media is any indication, Carnival passengers are not happy at all with a new loyalty scheme that the cruise line just announced. Now, at least some of the passengers that have been the most loyal to the cruise line are threatening to take their business elsewhere. Here’s what to know…Since 2012, Carnival’s VIFP (Very Important Fun Person) program has been one of the standards in cruise line loyalty. The concept was simple. For every night you sail on a cruise, you earned a point.
14 Cruise Casino Tips, Secrets & Things to Know

1 week ago | cruzely.com | Tanner Callais

There’s a lot that’s familiar about the casino on a cruise ship. However, after dozens of sailings (and plenty of time spent in the ship’s casino) I’ve learned that there are some things unique to cruise gambling. That includes what to know about drinks when playing, games I always avoid, and how I might have learned the way to beat one particular machine on a cruise… or at least get a ton of play for not much money.
7 Clever Ways Cruise Ships Get You to Spend More Money

2 weeks ago | newsbreak.com | Tanner Callais

Even before you step on a cruise ship, cruise lines are using clever techniques for one single purpose: To make you spend more on your vacation. There’s no arguing the fact that cruising is an affordable vacation. When it comes to value, it’s hard to beat. But cruise lines are businesses. Like any business, they are always in a quest to get you to open your wallet a little wider. As a cruise passenger, there are ways you might be subtly being “sold” without even realizing it.
7 Clever Ways Cruise Ships Get You to Spend More Money

2 weeks ago | cruzely.com | Tanner Callais

Even before you step on a cruise ship, cruise lines are using clever techniques for one single purpose: To make you spend more on your vacation. There’s no arguing the fact that cruising is an affordable vacation. When it comes to value, it’s hard to beat. But cruise lines are businesses. Like any business, they are always in a quest to get you to open your wallet a little wider. As a cruise passenger, there are ways you might be subtly being “sold” without even realizing it.
The 7 Things NEVER to Buy on a Cruise Ship

3 weeks ago | cruzely.com | Tanner Callais

If you take a cruise and don’t spend any extra money, well, you’re not going to have a great time. While some rookie cruisers might envision the ship as being all-inclusive, any veteran cruiser will tell you that there are a number of things not included on your cruise. And while technically you don’t have to spend money once on the ship (we’ve gone entire cruises without spending a dime), it would mean no alcohol, no gambling, no excursions, and more.
12 Best Alaska Cruise Tips No One Ever Tells You

3 weeks ago | cruzely.com | Tanner Callais

Having sailed to Alaska multiple times, I can tell you that it’s very different than any other cruise you might take. And over my time, I’ve picked up some of the best tips and things to know that most people never share. Here’s what you’ll want to know before you sail… or even book your trip. You might see people online fretting over one Alaskan itinerary or another when trying to pick a cruise. I’m here to say that if you’re sailing a traditional 7-day trip, you can stop worrying.
12 Photos That Show How Lux Cruise Ship Suites Can Be (A Jacuzzi in a Bathroom?!)

4 weeks ago | newsbreak.com | Tanner Callais

Let’s be honest. Most cruise passengers will never see how the “other half” live on a cruise ship. The vast majority of us sail in an interior or oceanview or balcony cabin and have a fine time on the ship. These rooms are cozy (almost always less than 200 square feet), decently appointed and have everything we need for a week on a cruise ship. But what if you’re used to the finer things in life and a regular cruise cabin won’t do? Cruise lines are happy to help.
12 Photos That Show How Lux Cruise Ship Suites Can Be (A Jacuzzi in a Bathroom?!)

4 weeks ago | cruzely.com | Tanner Callais

Let’s be honest. Most cruise passengers will never see how the “other half” live on a cruise ship. The vast majority of us sail in an interior or oceanview or balcony cabin and have a fine time on the ship. These rooms are cozy (almost always less than 200 square feet), decently appointed and have everything we need for a week on a cruise ship. But what if you’re used to the finer things in life and a regular cruise cabin won’t do? Cruise lines are happy to help.
Princess Cruise Gratuity (Tips) Full Guide: How Much, How They Work, and More

1 month ago | cruzely.com | Tanner Callais

No matter which cruise line you sail, crew gratuities — also known as “service charges” or “crew appreciation” — are a fact of life. This includes sailing on Princess. While you have your cruise fare and then any extras like drinks, specialty restaurants, gambling and shore excursions, you also have a daily fee that goes to the crew as a “thank you” for the service they provide. These charges can add up for passengers.
Wild Video Shows Man Attempting to Climb a Cruise Ship Via Ropes

1 month ago | cruzely.com | Tanner Callais

That’s one way of getting on the ship we’ve never seen anyone try before…Earlier this month, a man was arrested after climbing up the mooring lines of a cruise ship docked in Sydney, Australia. While mooring lines have large circular discs designed to keep rodents from running up the lines and to the ship (known more commonly as rat guards), they seem to be no match for a person wanting to give it a try. The video shows the man scaling up the rope at the bow of the ship while upside down.