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May 8, 2022
12 Things you don't need to take on a cruise
12 Things you don't need to take on a cruise
If you're a certified over-packer, you'll be happy to know that ships furnish a number of items that you don't need to bring with you. Here are 12 things you can leave behind, so you can squeeze in that extra pair of shoes or a second formal dress for your next cruise.
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New U.S. CDC guidance eases vaccination rate rules
New U.S. CDC guidance eases vaccination rate rules
The U.S. CDC has announced updates to the threshold for "Highly Vaccinated" status of ships and isolation rooms onboard. Here's what you need to know.
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Better perks for passengers that book their cruises in advance?
Better perks for passengers that book their cruises in advance?
One cruise line is doing it. Find out more about this loyalty programme's new approach and what it means for its members.
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Top 15 cruise deals of the week ranked by the Cruise Critic deal score
Top 15 cruise deals of the week ranked by the Cruise Critic deal score
Are you unsure if you're getting a good cruise deal? We break down the offers by bonus perks, price per night, what's included and more -- and then rank the deal with our Deal Score so you can clearly see the value.
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Revealed: 10 hidden costs of cruising
Revealed: 10 hidden costs of cruising
Make sure to set aside some cash to cover the extra expenditures that aren't already included in your cruise fare. Here are 10 things that will cost you extra onboard -- and how to find discounts and savings.
Reveal the costs
 
Is a 7th Oasis-class cruise ship from Royal Caribbean in the works?
Is a 7th Oasis-class cruise ship from Royal Caribbean in the works?
One of the line's execs recently hinted at the possibility. Would you like to see a seventh in class?
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Just back from a cruise on Azamara Onward: Familiar yet new
Just back from a cruise on Azamara Onward: Familiar yet new
Early last year, an investment firm bought the boutique, destination-oriented cruise line from Royal Caribbean. Now that Azamara is back for its second act, here are our first impressions of the line under new ownership.
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