Embarkation day on a cruise is exciting and overwhelming for some. Making a plan will help the rest of your cruise run ...

When Mike Smith takes a cruise, he doesn’t waste any time. Cabins often aren’t ready for guests until early afternoon, so the 35-year-old brings a swimsuit in his backpack and changes in one of the ...

Embarkation day can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. While many cruisers rush onboard without a plan, ...

Embarkation day is when the excitement for a cruise holiday hits its peak, but a cruise expert has warned of one common mistake which could ruin your day. The first day of your cruise is an exciting ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. If you’ve never cruised before, embarking a modern vessel for ...

Azamara is eliminating its COVID-19 embarkation testing requirement, effective July 25, 2025, except in ports where it is still mandatory. The line will continue to require proof of vaccination prior ...

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Carnival Cruise Line has built state-of-the-art ships with its Excel class, but its boarding process remains in the dark ages. The cruise line's system is also confusing and its set-up in Miami uses a ...