Cruise Destinations, Made Easy

Repositioning cruises are what happens when cruise lines need to move ships between regions for seasonal deployment changes. Ships that cruise Alaska in summer need to be somewhere warm in winter. Ships that sail the Mediterranean in summer often cross to the Caribbean for winter. These relocation sailings create unique itineraries that are often longer, cheaper, and more sea-day-heavy than regular cruises – and that’s either a deal or a dealbreaker depending on what you… Read more

The Mexican Riviera is what happens when you want a tropical cruise experience but prefer the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean. These cruises run down Mexico’s west coast hitting the classic resort towns – Cabo, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan – and they’re honestly one of the best-value cruise options out there, especially if you can drive to the departure port in California. What Makes It Different from Caribbean Mexican Riviera cruises have a completely different vibe… Read more

Fall foliage cruising is its own category of cruise experience, and Canada/New England is where it happens. These sailings are all about autumn colors, charming coastal towns, maritime history, and seafood that was probably caught that morning. If your ideal vacation involves lighthouses, lobster rolls, and leaves turning brilliant colors, this is your cruise. The Fall Foliage Factor Let’s address the obvious: the vast majority of people cruise Canada and New England in September and… Read more

Hawaiian cruising solves a problem most people don’t realize they have until they try to plan a Hawaii trip: seeing multiple islands without spending half your vacation in airports. You wake up at a different island every day or two, unpack once, and let the ship do the logistics. It’s brilliant if you want the highlights of Hawaii without the hassle of island hopping on your own. Why Cruise Hawaii Here’s the reality of multi-island… Read more

Alaska cruising is unlike anything else you’ll experience on the water. While Caribbean cruises are all about beaches and rum drinks, Alaska is where you go when you want nature to absolutely blow your mind. We’re talking glaciers the size of skyscrapers calving into the ocean, humpback whales breaching right alongside your ship, and coastal towns where the main street literally ends at the dock. The Alaska Experience When people ask me what makes Alaska… Read more

Every fall, I get asked where Alaska ships go once the glaciers start to freeze. The answer? They set off on voyages that go beyond borders—and sometimes continents. But Alaska ships aren’t the only ones on the move. October and November represent the industry’s great migration, when Norwegian’s entire fleet reshuffles for winter deployments. Understanding… Read more

The first time I sailed into Bar Harbor, Maine in October, the cliffs radiated gold, crimson, and pumpkin-orange hues. The air was crisp—wake-up-in-your-lungs crisp—and I remember thinking: This is why people chase foliage cruises every fall. Norwegian Cruise Line brings fall to life with cruises like the 7-night Canada & New England on Norwegian Getaway,… Read more

Most cruises are measured in days — seven to the Caribbean, ten to the Med. A repositioning cruise breaks that rhythm. These are the once-or-twice-a-year voyages when ships shift regions, and guests willing to ride along find themselves on an itinerary that feels more like a life chapter than a vacation. For milestone celebrants —… Read more