That Sinking Feeling: Not Knowing Where to Find the Best Cruise Deals I’ll never forget an experience I had about eight years ago while sailing with Celebrity Cruises. There, I struck up a friendship with a fellow passenger named Samuel. (Samuel, if you happen to be reading this—reach out and say hi!) Throughout the cruise,…
It’s hard to deny that Carnival is one of the most recognizable names in the cruise industry. What started as a small brand has evolved into a powerhouse, thanks to clever marketing and their signature “fun” cruises. Over the years, I’ve watched Carnival’s loyal following grow tremendously. Something most other cruise lines only dream of….
Do you have to pay gratuities on a cruise? Can you remove cruise gratuities? The short answer is Yes and Yes. Gratuities are almost always automatically charged to your onboard account and the card you place on file for your room. While some cruise lines allow you to adjust or remove these charges, it’s important…