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Even if you haven’t taken your first cruise yet, you may have heard that cruise ship food is amazing. And some of today’s larger ships have more than a dozen dining venues. Some vacationers even choose a cruise based – at least in part – on the onboard dining options. The good news for foodies continues: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as some snacks and beverages, are included in your cruise fare. But, onboard specialty restaurants often have a modest extra fee, and even the main dining room may charge a little extra for some special items. Here’s a quick look at cruise ship dining options: The main dining room is a sit-down venue, usually open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. On small ships, the main dining room may be the only dining option, but menus change daily, so there’s little chance of becoming bored. Depending on your cruise line, the main dining room may have a dress code, especially in the evening. You may be assigned to share a table with other passengers, which c...

There’s great news for everyone who enjoys the beautiful, historic ports along Canada’s scenic coasts: the country’s pandemic-related ban on cruise ships   was lifted on 1NOV21. So ,  cruise lines and cruise fans can expect   a traditional Canadian cruise season in 2022, starting in May and winding down in October .     Let’s look at some of the popular ports along Canada’s Atlantic coast. Note that itineraries that include these ports often include familiar New England ports like Boston, Portland, and Bar Harbor, too .     While an 1877 fire destroyed much of the original city, Saint John, New Brunswick, has plenty of Victorian-era architecture, as well as brick walkways and parks full of flowers and street performers .  The city sits where the Saint John River meets the Bay of Fundy, creating   an interesting natural phenomenon...

The new year brings excitement about new cruise ships getting ready to launch in 2022. These are some of the ships that will debut this year:     Royal Caribbean’s  Wonder of the Seas  will take the title of “world’s largest cruise ship” when it launches on March 4. Like its Oasis Class siblings, the  Wonder  will include distinct “neighborhoods,” each packed with incredible activities and amenities: Boardwalk, Central Park, Entertainment Place, Pool and Sports Zone, Royal Promenade, Vitality Spa, and Fitness Center, and Youth Zone. Plus, the  Wonder  will introduce a new neighborhood called Suite Class, which will have a restaurant, plunge pool, and sun deck just for the use of guests in the onboard suites. The  Wonder  will deb...

When thoughts turn to European cruises, the Mediterranean Sea is often the first destination to come to mind. It’s a great choice, but there are several regions of Europe that provide tempting cruise options. In fact, the Mediterranean itself has three distinct cruise regions. Western Mediterranean itineraries usually include port calls in Spain, France, and along the western coast of Italy; they sometimes call on islands like Corsica, Mallorca, or Ibiza as well. Eastern Mediterranean cruises call on Croatia, Greece, and the Greek Isles, and sometimes Cyprus or Turkey. Cruises of the Southern Mediterranean may include ports in Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt. Summer is the busiest (and warmest) time to cruise the Mediterranean, but spring and fall offer nice weather and smaller crowds. Some cruise lines sail the Mediterranean all winter as well. Summer is also prime time to cruise Northern Europe. You can explore great Scandinavian cities like Copenhagen, Denmark; Stockholm, Sweden; and ...