Excessive Fumes From Cruise Ship Sparks Investigation
On April 10, 2025, while docked in Lyttelton, New Zealand, the 129,500 gross ton Celebrity Edge emitted a cloud of fumes that was alarming to locals. Home to just 2,859 residents, the small port town enjoys the economic boost from the rise of cruise tourism in the area. In February 2011, a powerful earthquake in […]
Oops! One Cruise Passenger’s Flush Leads to Nine Other Blocked Toilets
No one wants to think about plumbing while taking a cruise. But what every cruise passenger needs to realize is that the toilet on a ship operates very differently than a toilet back home. Carnival Cruise Line is once again reminding guests not to flush certain items down the toilet, as it wreaks havoc on […]
Holland America Extends 2026 Europe Season With Four Additional Cruises
Holland America has announced a six-week extension of its 2026 Europe season, and opened bookings for four voyages available as part of the expansion. Guests will have further opportunities to explore the Mediterranean and Norway, including a chance to see the Northern Lights on a cruise that enters the Arctic Circle. Each of the newly-added […]
New Flavors In Flight, Admirals Clubs – Chris Cruises
New flavors are taking flight this March as American Airlines introduces a number of delicious new menu options for customers, along with the option to use AAdvantage® miles to purchase food and beverages. The new dishes and drinks will roll out at select Admirals Club® lounges March 4 and in flight March 12. -Highlights- The national rollout of […]
8 Worst Cabin Locations on Any Cruise Ship
I’ve been cruising for over a decade and have experienced both the highs and lows of cabin locations. I’m here to share what I’ve learned so you can avoid the mistakes I’ve made and enjoy a stress-free vacation. Here are the 8 worst locations on any cruise ship that you should steer clear of! 1. […]
Princess Cruises Cancels Voyage Due to Deployment Changes
Princess Cruises’ newest and biggest ship, Sun Princess, is shifting her deployment plans a bit and her March 19, 2026 departure has now been cancelled. Impacted guests have been notified of the cancellation, but without any details as to why the voyage will no longer take place. “Please be advised that due to changes in […]
7 Ways to Avoid Spending a Single Extra Penny Once On Board Your Cruise
This article won’t be very popular with the cruise lines, but when you’re cruising on a budget, you have to save money wherever you can. And besides, for every cheapskate—I mean that term affectionately—there are two more cruisers ready to blow the budget to pieces. This is for those who want to spend as little […]
40 First Time Alaska Cruise Tips We’ve Learned After 6 Cruises
Don Bucolo Don Bucolo, or “DB”, loves everything about cruising- the ocean, the food, and the atmosphere. While he may be obsessed with doing extensive amounts of research on ships and all elements of a cruise, Don enjoys sharing his new found knowledge with fellow cruisers. When he is not sailing the high seas, he […]
American Airlines New Flagship Menu – Chris Cruises
American Airlines is introducing a new spring menu in its Flagship® lounges, curated in collaboration with the James Beard Foundation. This seasonal refresh aims to provide travelers with a vibrant culinary experience before their flights, featuring globally inspired dishes crafted by award-winning chefs. The menu highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients and diverse flavors, offering everything from […]
How Much Do Cruise Ship Workers Make? Cabin Stewards, Chefs, Waiters, etc.
Have you ever wondered how much cruise ship workers make? You have probably noticed that many of them are from developing countries. Most of them are Indians, Filipinos, Indonesians, and Malaysians, and there’s an obvious reason for that, which is related to salaries. They can earn much more on a cruise than they would in their […]