I’ve been cruising since ships looked like ships — before they had water slides, rock climbing walls and zip lines. All the changes haven’t been to the ship superstructure’s bells and whistles and activities. When cruising took off, one of the biggest selling points was, “Everything’s included.” Now, except for the most deluxe lines (and [...]
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Many cruise lines don’t inform passengers what services and features for which they charge fees are included in their cruise ticket price. Ned Levi explores what these hidden fees entail and how much they can add to the cost of a cruise.
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Editor’s note: We have had plenty of comments about Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines’ (RCCL) decision to go forward on schedule with visits to Labadee. Ned Levi came forward with a story supporting the efforts. Janice Hough offered her thoughts on the issue. Now, we hear from a non-profit the Center for Responsible Travel (CREST), that disagrees with RCCL’s decision to go forward with their stops in Labadee.
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Another of our bloggers, Janice Hough, has her perspective on RCCL’s decision to continue port calls to Ladabee and its pristine beach. While many travel companies create their own worst public relations messes, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line has found themselves in a difficult situation this week. And there isn’t a simple solution to please everyone. [...]
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As cruise lines look for new sources of revenue at the same time they slash prices, alcohol prices onboard have now climbed to and above the levels of many land-based bars and restaurants. (Although fortunately not to the levels of the $15-$20 big-city martinis.) Which means, for passengers who like to imbibe, a potentially rude shock when they get their bar bills. Especially for those who can’t resist the lure of waiters walking around with trays of “Bahama Mamas.”
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When my husband and I first cruised, over 20 years ago, we booked the cheapest flight we could find on the day of sailing and took a local taxi from the airport to the pier in Acapulco. The ship wasn’t using the main pier plus, the taxi driver got lost. Eventually, we were tendered, along with another couple, out to the ship about an hour and a half before it sailed.
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Cruise passenger have gotten used to paying surcharges for for special restaurants. But for the main dining room? No cruise line has gone there — until now.
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