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7 Fun Experiences That You May Not Know Are on a Cruise

We’ve outlined some of the most outrageous features on cruise ships — like go-kart racing, which is now coming to the Norwegian Bliss. However, there are still plenty of other exciting attractions and unique experiences that you might not expect to find on a cruise ship. Here are seven of our favorites — proof that…

A Quick and Easy Guide to Cruise Loyalty Programs

Raise your hand if you like freebies. That’s everyone, right? Even better, you can earn those freebies by doing something you love — going on a cruise. Every major cruise line runs loyalty programs, giving devoted travelers rewards for simply heading out on vacation. It’s a win-win: Travelers get incentive to get back onboard again…

The First-Ever Topless-Optional Cruise Will Set Sail

If you’re someone who books a cruise to let your hair down — whether that means partying with a cocktail or several, hitting the nightclubs, throwing your hands up in the air as you zip down a waterslide, or even seeking out a romantic fling a la “The Love Boat” — then we come bearing…

5 Fun Cruise Activities for Rainy Days at Sea

The Waterworks on Carnival Pride/Oyster When you imagine yourself on a cruise ship in the Caribbean, you probably have a vivid image of lying poolside on a sun lounger with a margarita in one hand and a big floppy hat protecting your eyes from the sun’s blinding rays. Or, maybe you’re picturing the whole family…

9 of the Most Luxurious Cruise Cabins

The days when being at sea meant you had to cram yourself in a cramped cabin are long over. Just as cruise lines are pulling out all the stops and offering more eye-popping amenities, the cabins you can stay in are becoming equally luxe. Some are so comfortable that a few retirees have even decided…

Oyster’s Travel Predictions for 2018

It’s been a wild year in the travel industry, from the growth of trans-Atlantic budget airlines to travel bans. With 2017 (finally) coming to a close, we’re looking ahead to what we think 2018 will hold for travel.

The Pros and Cons of a Cruise to Nowhere

Exterior on Caribbean Princess Before cruising regulation laws changed in 2016, “cruises to nowhere” were a popular and profitable way for cruise lines to offer quickie two-day vacations that led to, well, nowhere. Essentially, these cruises let passengers enjoy everything onboard the ship without docking at a port of call. It was partially a marketing…

The Best Girlfriend Getaways in Europe

An annual girls getaway is a tradition many women look forward to. Whether you’re traveling with your best friends, mom, or second cousin once removed, sharing a special travel experience is something you’ll always remember. To help you start planning, we’ve rounded up eight awesome girlfriend getaways across Europe. Each one appeals to different interests,…

Richard Branson Introduces an Adult-Only Cruise Line, Virgin Voyages

Courtesy of Virgin Voyages He’s tackled airplanes, trains, music, cell phones, and even outer space, but business magnate Sir Richard Branson hasn’t hit the high seas — until now. At a celebration at the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa, Italy, where the first ship has had its keel laid, Branson teased his new cruise line, Virgin…