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Everyone loves to take a cruise, for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday celebration, an anniversary, or just a regular getaway with friends, cruising is one of the most exciting adventures one can embark on. If you are looking to have some extra flair on your next holiday, why not consider a theme cruise? Norwegian Cruise Lines offers lots of different options to ramp up your excitement at sea. If you are a fan of music festivals, or a fan of television, you are sure to love the many themed cruising options they have available.

By Rachel Sigur

I’ve been on plenty of cruises in my lifetime and I have always stayed in either a cabin with a window or a balcony room.  These rooms have suited me just fine; that is until I cruised in The Haven. 

Taking a cruise during the winter months is an excellent way to escape the holiday hustle and the freezing temperatures of the north. Fortunately, Norwegian Cruise Line has a variety of holidays to choose from, including award-winning Caribbean Cruise packages, leaving from various ports such as Miami, San Juan, Orlando & Port Canaveral, and New York.

Planning on taking a honeymoon cruise? It’s the perfect way to celebrate your new life together. Imagine being pampered from the moment you step on board, and, all the while, enjoying different destinations. Plus, let’s not forget about all the fun shopping, specialty restaurants, and exciting nightlife that you’ll find right on your ship! Let’s take a look at some essential honeymoon cruise tips to kick off the romance the right way.

By Meghan Roth of Meghan on the Move

Most people put together a packing list before any major holiday. If you are going on a Norwegian Cruise Line holiday your packing list might vary a little bit depending on where you are going, how long you are going for, and which shore excursions you plan on taking. But there are a few “must have” items that I bet probably aren’t on your cruise packing list. Today, I am sharing my top 6 things you'd never think to pack for your cruise holiday.

If you’ve booked a Caribbean Cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line, chances are Jamaica’s ports of call Ocho Rios and Falmouth were huge incentives for you. (And if they weren’t, they should be!)  Although the entire Caribbean region may conjure images of endless beaches and swaying palm trees, every island charted on Norwegian’s Caribbean itineraries boasts a notable culture, language, and scenery. And Jamaica is, perhaps, one of the most unique destinations.

Savvy world travellers already know that saving money while you're on holiday is a surefire way to a faster next holiday. Sailing the high seas is well-known as the kind of holiday that comes loaded with inclusive features. Like, one of the great adventures for foodies is just going deck to deck to sample the array of complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner options that are available to cruisers and built-in to the costs of their fares. Also, these days, more and more amenities like Wi-Fi, specialty restaurants, and onboard credits, are being included with stateroom fares.

While you probably already know the golden rule of travel is to simply ask, the tips in this post will point you in the right direction.

By Melina Gibbins of Melina's Travel Tales

You will often hear that the best part of cruising is, “I only have to unpack once”, or even “each morning, I wake up in a new port”.

While these are perfectly true statements, there are so many more reasons to love cruising … Here are some of mine.

When it comes to planning a family cruise, it may not be as much about the destination itself as it is about how you’re going to get there. Choosing the right ship and the perfect stateroom all within your budget are the keys to keeping everyone happy.

The best family cruises offer a well-rounded balance of exciting destinations and shore excursions, as well as fun, entertainment and the coolest kids' clubs at sea. To get your family cruise holiday sailing in the right direction, here are our top tips for planning a family cruise.

By Suzanne Wolko of PhilaTravelGirl.com

My friend and I would run into my Mom in the atrium on a sea day and ask her to join us at lunch, she replied “no thanks, I’m busy with other things, see you at dinner” and with that, she walked away and I laughed. My own Mother had better things to do than spending time with me, her first born! That's life on a cruise ship.