Baltimore Cruise Port Guide: Piers, Amenities, and Location
The city of Baltimore might not seem like a typical location for a cruise port, but the Baltimore Cruise Port handles over half a million cruise passengers per year. It’s an important departure point for cruises headed for the Bahamas, Bermuda, the Caribbean, New England, and the Atlantic coast of Canada. Learn all about downtown Baltimore’s cruise port with this guide. Baltimore Cruise Port Location and Address Baltimore Cruise Port is situated along the Patapsco River in Winans Cove. Not only does this allow cruise ships to easily make their way to and from the North Atlantic Ocean,[...]
9 Things you can bring on a plane, but not a cruise ship
There are certain items that you can pack on a plane but are banned on a cruise ship.Each mode of transportation comes with its own set of regulations, and your packing list might be different depending on how you're traveling.Regarding what you can bring on a cruise ship, the rules differ from those of TSA and airlines.If you're not careful, you could safely pass through airport security only to be stopped before boarding the cruise ship.Any prohibited items you've packed will be confiscated, and not all of them are returned at the end of the cruise.To prevent an[...]
Coast Guard Cautions More Hurricanes Could Be on the Horizon
The eastern reaches of the Atlantic Ocean are quiet lately, devoid of the atmospheric disturbances that frequently turn into tropical storms and hurricanes as they barrel westward, gaining steam from the Caribbean’s warm waters and often impacting cruise ship itineraries. But that is no reason to become complacent, the US Coast Guard warned in a preparedness notice on August 26, 2024. The hurricane season continues to November 30, 2024, and the peak season has just begun — it starts in mid-August and runs through most of October. The US Coast Guard notice points out that all mariners, plus[...]
Should You Take a Pre-Cruise Extension? The Pros & Cons
Pros of Booking a Pre-Cruise ExtensionChapel Bridge in Lucerne, Switzerland (Photo: Marilyn Borth)Pro: Experience More of the World in One GoTraveling can take an extensive chunk of time, money and energy. So why not make the most of all your packing, flying and globetrotting by prepending your trip with a couple more days of fun-filled experiences?This is especially ideal if you’re planning on taking a cruise to a far-flung destination like Asia, Australia, South America, Africa or Europe. If you're already making all the effort to get out there, you might as well get the most out of[...]
First Ultra-Premium Cruise Line to Offer Sailings from Tampa, Florida
Oceania Cruises is opening up new horizons with its newly announced Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings from Port Tampa Bay. This marks the first time an ultra-premium cruise line will set sail from the port, located on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Beginning in February 2026, the boutique 670-guest Insignia will take passengers to the Caribbean and through the Panama Canal on voyages ranging from 7 to 20 nights. Itineraries will feature stops in destinations such as St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Kitts, and Tortola in the British Virgin Islands, as well as visits to Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico, and[...]
23 Norwegian Cruise Line Tips, Tricks and Mistakes to Avoid
Sharing is caring! Are you going on a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line? Here are some important NCL tips, tricks, and mistakes you’ll want to know before your cruise. Norwegian Cruise Line is one of the most popular cruise lines in the world. Known for its “freestyle cruising” model and family-friendly atmosphere, NCL is one of the best choices for a cruise vacation. With Norwegian Cruise Line having so much to offer, you’re going to want to know every tip, trick, and secret, so you can make the most of your vacation. Whether this is your first cruise[...]
The city of Baltimore might not seem like a typical location for a cruise port,[...]
There are certain items that you can pack on a plane but are banned on[...]
The eastern reaches of the Atlantic Ocean are quiet lately, devoid of the atmospheric disturbances[...]
Pros of Booking a Pre-Cruise ExtensionChapel Bridge in Lucerne, Switzerland (Photo: Marilyn Borth)Pro: Experience More[...]
Oceania Cruises is opening up new horizons with its newly announced Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings[...]
Sharing is caring! Are you going on a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line? Here are[...]
