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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.