Yes! Many first time cruisers are confused by the ships super early return to port time on the last day of their cruise. Ships often arrive back in port around 7am, but guests do not get off immediately. There is a structured process for clearing customs, retrieving luggage, and dismissing …
If You Can’t Afford a Cabana at Lookout Cay or Castaway Cay, Is It Still Fun?
Many guests wonder if a day at Lookout Cay or Castaway Cay is worth it if they cannot reserve or afford one of the private cabanas. The short answer is yes. Most people on the island do not have a cabana, and they still have a great time. Cabanas are …
What Drinks Are Included for Free on Princess Cruises?
Princess Cruises includes a selection of drinks at no additional cost, so you can stay hydrated and enjoy basic beverages without needing to purchase a drink package. The free options are fairly standard across the fleet, and they cover the basics you might expect on a cruise. These drinks are …
How Are Cruise Ship Beds Configured, One Queen or Two Twins?
One of the most common questions first time cruisers have is how the beds are set up in a standard cabin. People often assume that if a cabin lists a queen bed, it is a single mattress that cannot be separated. Others worry that if they select a room with …
Do Royal Caribbean Ships Have Laundry Facilities?
Royal Caribbean does not have self service laundry rooms on its ships, so guests cannot use washers and dryers the way they might in a hotel or on some other cruise lines. There are no public laundry spaces where you can wash or dry clothes on your own, and there …
Should I Buy Cruise Line Travel Insurance?
Cruise lines often offer travel insurance during checkout, but it is important to understand that they are not actually providing the coverage themselves. They are selling a third-party insurance product, usually with a convenience markup. That does not automatically make it bad, but it means you should compare it …
Do Princess Cruise Ships Have Nightlights?
Some Princess Cruises ships do have built-in nightlights, usually motion-activated lights placed near the bed or in the bathroom area. These small lights are intended to help guests navigate the cabin safely in the dark without turning on the main overhead lights. On many ships, the floor near the …