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Royal Caribbean’s New Drink Package Change: No More Free Souvenir Tumblers

By Gregory Doelling | Feb 28, 2026

Royal Caribbean is making a noticeable change to its beverage packages — and it’s already stirring conversation among cruisers. Effective March 15, 2026, the popular souvenir Coca-Cola Freestyle cup will no longer be included with

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What is a guarantee or “We Pick” stateroom and how does it work?

By Gregory Doelling | Feb 14, 2026

At times we may offer you the option of making a ‘Guarantee’ (GTY) booking. This means you may book a stateroom of a guaranteed category type (Interior, Oceanview, Balcony or Suite) on your chosen ship

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Pre-Cruise Checklist – 11 Things to Do the Week Before You Sail

By Gregory Doelling | Feb 9, 2026

If your cruise is 7 days away, this checklist keeps you from boarding stressed or missing paperwork. Contact your travel advisor, make sure your reservation has been paid in full. Contact your travel advisor, and

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Margaritaville at Sea Raises Daily Gratuities to Industry’s Highest

By Gregory Doelling | Feb 2, 2026

Key Notes: Margaritaville at Sea has raised gratuity rates fleetwide, effective from Sunday, February 1, 2026 At $22 per person, per night for standard staterooms, the new rates are the highest in the industry The

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🎉 Don’t Be Left Ashore for New Year’s Eve 2026! 🚢✨

By Gregory Doelling | Jan 23, 2026

Ring in New Year’s Eve 2026 at sea with our 8-Day Group Cruise aboard MSC Grandiosa, hosted by Escape Premium Travel! 📅 December 26, 2026 – January 2, 2027🌎 Celebrate the holidays, enjoy unforgettable destinations,

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How to Pick the Right Cruise Line

By Gregory Doelling | Jan 23, 2026

There are over a dozen major cruise lines, and they are not all created equal.  Let’s break it down fast> If your all about fun, Family and Adrenaline, Royal Caribbean is your match.  Think Zip

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Last Minute Norwegian Cruise Deal

By Gregory Doelling | Jan 9, 2026

LAST-MINUTE BAHAMAS CRUISE DEAL! Pack your bags and escape on the Norwegian Getaway for a 4-Day Bahamas Round-Trip Cruise from Miami! Ports of Call: Great Stirrup Cay – Norwegian’s private island paradise Nassau, Bahamas –

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The Woman Who Refused to Tip: A Cruise Controversy

By Gregory Doelling | Jan 8, 2026

On a recent cruise, one passenger managed to spark more debate than the ship’s itinerary ever could. Her stance was simple, unwavering, and deeply unpopular with both fellow travelers and crew: she was completely against

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A Foodie’s Dream: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2026 Foodie Guide

By Gregory Doelling | Jan 7, 2026

🎨🍴 If you love Disney, art, and incredible food, the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is one of the most delicious times of year to visit Walt Disney World—and 2026 is shaping up to

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