2022 Cruise Extravaganza

Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas. (Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean).

Now is the best time to plan and book a cruise. We’re rolling out a guide every day to teach you how to get great cruise deals, pick the best ship and itinerary, choose the right cabin and prep for the perfect voyage. Whether you plan to sail now or later, check here daily for the next four weeks for our expert advice on planning an epic vacation at sea.

Introduction to Cruising

Welcome to TPG’s Cruise Wave Season Extravaganza
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Welcome to TPG’s Cruise Wave Season Extravaganza
Is a cruise right for you? Start by asking yourself these 7 questions
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Is a cruise right for you? Start by asking yourself these 7 questions
The 7 most anticipated new cruise ships of 2022
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The 7 most anticipated new cruise ships of 2022
5 of the best new cruise itineraries for 2022
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5 of the best new cruise itineraries for 2022
The best cruise booking perks – and which ones are actually free
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The best cruise booking perks – and which ones are actually free
How to book a cruise using points and miles
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How to book a cruise using points and miles
Use these credit cards to maximize your next cruise vacation
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Use these credit cards to maximize your next cruise vacation
5 unexpected places that sell cruises
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5 unexpected places that sell cruises

The Perfect Cruise for You

The 5 best cruise lines for families
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The 5 best cruise lines for families
The 5 best cruise lines for solo travelers
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The 5 best cruise lines for solo travelers
The 8 best luxury cruise lines for elegance and exclusivity
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The 8 best luxury cruise lines for elegance and exclusivity
These LGBTQ-focused travel companies can help you plan the perfect cruise
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These LGBTQ-focused travel companies can help you plan the perfect cruise
Short cruises are cheaper, but are they right for you?
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Short cruises are cheaper, but are they right for you?
The best adults-only cruises to try if you can’t stand being around kids on vacation
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The best adults-only cruises to try if you can’t stand being around kids on vacation
Avoid these 10 mistakes when booking cruise shore excursions
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Avoid these 10 mistakes when booking cruise shore excursions
Sweet Spot Sunday: Fly to the Caribbean, Mexico or Central America with AAdvantage miles
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Sweet Spot Sunday: Fly to the Caribbean, Mexico or Central America with AAdvantage miles
Citi Prestige Card review: No longer available but potentially worth keeping
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Citi Prestige Card review: No longer available but potentially worth keeping
Galapagos cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do
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Galapagos cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do
United’s inaugural flight to Dubai has landed — here’s what it was like in Polaris business class
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United’s inaugural flight to Dubai has landed — here’s what it was like in Polaris business class
An affordable hotel for business or play: A review of the DoubleTree by Hilton London – Tower of London
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An affordable hotel for business or play: A review of the DoubleTree by Hilton London – Tower of London
Avelo expands again, adds flights to Montana’s Big Sky Country
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Avelo expands again, adds flights to Montana’s Big Sky Country

Cruise Cabins and Suites

The 5 most desirable cabin locations on any cruise ship
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The 5 most desirable cabin locations on any cruise ship
8 cabin locations on cruise ships you should definitely avoid
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8 cabin locations on cruise ships you should definitely avoid
7 reasons you should splurge for a suite on your next cruise
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7 reasons you should splurge for a suite on your next cruise
The 7 best cruise ship suites — picked by someone who has seen them all
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The 7 best cruise ship suites — picked by someone who has seen them all
6 reasons you’ll want to book a balcony cabin on your next cruise
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6 reasons you’ll want to book a balcony cabin on your next cruise
Why it pays to upgrade your cruise ship cabin
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Why it pays to upgrade your cruise ship cabin
It’s not as bad as you think: 6 reasons I’m happy booking a windowless ‘inside’ cabin on a cruise ship
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It’s not as bad as you think: 6 reasons I’m happy booking a windowless ‘inside’ cabin on a cruise ship
Sweet Spot Sunday: Fly to the Caribbean, Mexico or Central America with AAdvantage miles
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Sweet Spot Sunday: Fly to the Caribbean, Mexico or Central America with AAdvantage miles
Citi Prestige Card review: No longer available but potentially worth keeping
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Citi Prestige Card review: No longer available but potentially worth keeping
Galapagos cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do
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Galapagos cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do
United’s inaugural flight to Dubai has landed — here’s what it was like in Polaris business class
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United’s inaugural flight to Dubai has landed — here’s what it was like in Polaris business class
An affordable hotel for business or play: A review of the DoubleTree by Hilton London – Tower of London
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An affordable hotel for business or play: A review of the DoubleTree by Hilton London – Tower of London
Avelo expands again, adds flights to Montana’s Big Sky Country
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Avelo expands again, adds flights to Montana’s Big Sky Country
Citi Premier credit card review: 60,000 bonus points with valuable earning rates
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Citi Premier credit card review: 60,000 bonus points with valuable earning rates
How you can use RewardsPlus to maximize Marriott stays and United flights
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How you can use RewardsPlus to maximize Marriott stays and United flights
Why fixing the economy means bad news for hotel rates
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Why fixing the economy means bad news for hotel rates
The FAA has a plan to reduce delays at New York airports this summer — here’s what it means for travelers
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The FAA has a plan to reduce delays at New York airports this summer — here’s what it means for travelers
Cruisewear for men: What guys should pack for a cruise
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Cruisewear for men: What guys should pack for a cruise
United begins Dubai flights in once-unthinkable Emirates partnership
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United begins Dubai flights in once-unthinkable Emirates partnership
AAdvantage cuts mileage earning on Alaska saver tickets by 60%
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AAdvantage cuts mileage earning on Alaska saver tickets by 60%

Cruise Tips

21 tips and tricks that will make your first cruise go smoothly
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21 tips and tricks that will make your first cruise go smoothly
15 ways that cruising newbies waste money on their first cruise
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15 ways that cruising newbies waste money on their first cruise
14 things you should do before every cruise
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14 things you should do before every cruise
11 extra charges on cruise ships that will drive you nuts — and what to do about them
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11 extra charges on cruise ships that will drive you nuts — and what to do about them
Cruise packing list: The ultimate guide to what to pack for a cruise
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Cruise packing list: The ultimate guide to what to pack for a cruise
5 tips for going on a cruise as a wheelchair user
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5 tips for going on a cruise as a wheelchair user
Cruise hack: 6 ways to turn a voyage on a mass-market ship into a luxury experience
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Cruise hack: 6 ways to turn a voyage on a mass-market ship into a luxury experience
Avoid these 10 mistakes when booking cruise shore excursions
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Avoid these 10 mistakes when booking cruise shore excursions
Sweet Spot Sunday: Fly to the Caribbean, Mexico or Central America with AAdvantage miles
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Sweet Spot Sunday: Fly to the Caribbean, Mexico or Central America with AAdvantage miles
Citi Prestige Card review: No longer available but potentially worth keeping
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Citi Prestige Card review: No longer available but potentially worth keeping
Galapagos cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do
News
Galapagos cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do
United’s inaugural flight to Dubai has landed — here’s what it was like in Polaris business class
News
United’s inaugural flight to Dubai has landed — here’s what it was like in Polaris business class
An affordable hotel for business or play: A review of the DoubleTree by Hilton London – Tower of London
News
An affordable hotel for business or play: A review of the DoubleTree by Hilton London – Tower of London
Avelo expands again, adds flights to Montana’s Big Sky Country
News
Avelo expands again, adds flights to Montana’s Big Sky Country
Citi Premier credit card review: 60,000 bonus points with valuable earning rates
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Citi Premier credit card review: 60,000 bonus points with valuable earning rates
How you can use RewardsPlus to maximize Marriott stays and United flights
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How you can use RewardsPlus to maximize Marriott stays and United flights
Why fixing the economy means bad news for hotel rates
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Why fixing the economy means bad news for hotel rates
The FAA has a plan to reduce delays at New York airports this summer — here’s what it means for travelers
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The FAA has a plan to reduce delays at New York airports this summer — here’s what it means for travelers
Cruisewear for men: What guys should pack for a cruise
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Cruisewear for men: What guys should pack for a cruise
United begins Dubai flights in once-unthinkable Emirates partnership
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United begins Dubai flights in once-unthinkable Emirates partnership
AAdvantage cuts mileage earning on Alaska saver tickets by 60%
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AAdvantage cuts mileage earning on Alaska saver tickets by 60%
Everything you need to know about travel disruption in Germany next week
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Everything you need to know about travel disruption in Germany next week
Reminder: Book these Hyatt properties before award prices go up on Tuesday
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Reminder: Book these Hyatt properties before award prices go up on Tuesday
Better together: Why the Ink Business Preferred and the Ink Business Cash are a great pair
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Better together: Why the Ink Business Preferred and the Ink Business Cash are a great pair
Disney Cruise Line announces 1st sailings to new private destination, plus summer 2024 itineraries
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Disney Cruise Line announces 1st sailings to new private destination, plus summer 2024 itineraries
Quick Points: Book now and then check for hotel and airline price drops
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Quick Points: Book now and then check for hotel and airline price drops

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