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Whether you are planning your first cruise or your tenth, this is a good place to start exploring. Browse my cruise guides for ideas on ships, cabins, ports, itineraries, and everything that helps turn a sailing into a great trip.

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    Black Friday Cruise Deals: How I Would Check the Real Savings

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    When to Book Cruise Shore Excursions: What I Would Reserve First

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    MSC Yacht Club Guide: Cabins, Included Perks and Real Value

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    Cruise Embarkation Day: My Hotel-to-Cabin Timeline

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    Cruise Excursions vs. Independent Tours: Which Would I Book?

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    Celebrity Beyond Cabins to Avoid: Rooms & Better Picks

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    Cruise Cabin Upgrade Bidding: When I Would Bid

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    Cell Phones on Cruise Ships: Settings, Roaming and Port Use

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