River Cruising vs. Ocean Cruising: How to Pick the Right One

The river-vs-ocean decision is the actual first decision for any first-time cruiser. They’re not smaller/larger versions of each other. They’re different trips with different appeals, and most first-timers don’t realize this until they’re on board. This is how to pick based on what you actually want from a cruise. The short version Pick river cruising … Read more

Best Cruise Lines for First-Time Cruisers Over 60

There’s a particular question that comes up at almost every dinner party once you hit 60 and start mentioning you’ve never cruised: “Why not?” The questioners have all been on cruises. They liked them. They can’t understand why you haven’t done it. The honest answer is that cruising had a reputation, and the reputation was … Read more