Packing for a cruise can be a puzzle, especially for a first-time cruiser on a long sailing. It can be challenging to determine how to bring a couple of weeks worth of clothing and travel necessities ...

In my opinion, a three or four-day cruise is the perfect length of time for a first cruise. That way, you’ll have enough time on board to figure out if cruising is for you, without the commitment of a ...

Even the rooms – called cabins or staterooms – have different names than at hotels. Still, cruises can actually ...

The cruise industry is wooing first-time travelers. If you're one of them, here are eight cruise tips you should know before your first trip. This article is part of "Well Charted," a series for ...

Cruising for two weeks or more? Even on a longer cruise, it’s possible to get by without overloading yourself with multiple items of luggage. Senior Contributor. Forbes contributors publish ...

Hand on suitcase with straw hat in foreground and cruise ship in background - Cunaplus_m.faba/Getty Images Cruise cabins may look spotless when you board, but you'd be surprised. Cleanliness is such a ...

At last, you're setting sail on the cruise of your dreams. And now you’re counting the days until you can soak up the sun, sip cocktails, and maybe even try a little dancing into the wee hours of the ...

On a cruise ship, you're a captive audience for upsells at every corner. Here's what you should never buy on a cruise to avoid going overboard.

If you're booking a last-minute cruise for the first time, Michael Anderson from Anderson Travel Co has some handy tips.