From the crow's nest
Tips, news and stories to help you get more out of every cruise — and the people you share it with.
You may need to contact the loyalty ambassador, diamond concierge or the suite concierge for the ship you are sailing on. Here is a quick guide on how to contact the person.
Most American, Canadian and British citizens do not need a visa to visit the UK or EU as a tourist, but you will need a visa waiver from 2024.
Cruise prices are basically fixed. The promotions change
Pinnacle Club is the highest with Royal Caribbean's Crown & Anchor society
A number of factors affect how to get the best price for a cruise, including how well the cruise is selling, how early or late you book and holiday sales.
Internet on cruise ships is normally quite expensive. Here are some tips on how to get the most out of your Internet package.
Three of the major cruise lines are publicly traded companies and provide shareholder benefits if you hold enough shares in the company. The cruise companies are Carnival Corporation, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and Royal Caribbean Group. (scroll down to view the shareholder information on each company)