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Disney Cruise Lines to Sail from New York City, Seattle, and Galveston in 2012

Disney Cruise Lines announced today that next year will bring new itineraries from three new ports of embarkation: New York City, Seattle, and Galveston, Texas. (More)

Tips to Choose Your Alaska Cruise

Alaska is one of cruising's showcase destinations. Which cruise is right for you depends on numerous factors, notably your budget, the size and style of ship you choose, and the itinerary. (More)

All-Inclusive Luxury Cruise News

While mainstream cruises add-on-costs grow, luxury cruise lines are going increasingly all-inclusive, covering everything from gratuities to airfare. The last hold out, Crystal Cruises, recently announced it's going all-inclusive, too. (More)

Small Ship Cruising in Alaska's Inside Passage: Your Dream Cruise?

Thinking of a unique first-time cruise to Alaska but not sure what's so different about the small ship experience? Been on an Alaska cruise in the past and looking for a more intimate experience? Here are some tips to help you figure out if small-ship cruising in Alaska is right for you. (More)

Cruise Checklist: 11 Must-Dos to Prepare for Your Trip

It's peak Caribbean cruise season as everyone seeks to escape the winter weather. Here are 11 things to keep in mind before you board the ship, for both first-time cruisers and seasoned regulars. (More)

The Disney Dream Sets Sail

Disney Cruise Lines christened its newest ship, the Dream, in Port Canaveral, Florida, on January 19 with a red-carpet, waterside spectacle. But, as usual, it was Mickey who stole the show, especially with his dramatic christening using an enormous bottle full of dreams. (More)

Queen Elizabeth: A First Look

Our favorite cruise editor, Doug Stallings, was lucky enough to tour the Queen Elizabeth in New York City as she makes her domestic debut. He shares his first impressions, along with a summary of the ship's pros and cons. (More)

New Cruise Ships for 2011 and Beyond

With the end of hurricane season rapidly approaching, it's time to start thinking about Caribbean cruises. We've got the latest in cruising news with some ships launching as soon as the new year, from mega-Magic to the rebranded small-port pathfinder Adonia. (More)

Norwegian Epic: A First Look

Editor Doug Stallings sailed on last weekend's New York inaugural sailing of Norwegian Cruise Line's (NCL) new ship, the massive, 4,100-passenger Norwegian Epic. The Epic is NCL's largest cruise ship, with alternating Western and Eastern Caribbean itineraries throughout 2010. He loved many aspects of the ship—outstanding entertainment; lovely décor, especially for an NCL ship; a wide range of restaurants; excellent solo cabins; and really fun water slides—but he also has some serious reservations about many issues on board.... (More)

Cruise Ship Cuisine From a Chef's Point of View

Editor Doug Stallings recently had the chance to sample the cuisine on a new luxury ship, Silversea's Silver Spirit, as well as Cunard's Queen Mary 2, and was able to speak to Cunard's executive chef, Jean-Marie Zimmerman, who gave me some useful insight into the cruise-ship experience from a chef's point of view.... (More)