Did you know one of San Juan’s most famous beaches can be dangerous on the wrong day, while a much safer option sits just minutes away from the cruise port? San Juan is one of those ports where kno...
What really happened on cruise ships over New Year’s, and what should cruisers actually learn from it? From a tragic overboard incident to a dramatic pier rescue, a last-minute federal court ruling...
Ever look at your final cruise bill and wonder how you spent so much money on things you barely used? Cruise lines are experts at selling extras that sound smart online but quietly drain your walle...
Think St. Thomas is just beaches and shopping? Think again. Melissa breaks down what every cruiser really needs to know about St. Thomas, including why renting a car is a mistake, how wild the taxi...
What happens when a cruise ship’s computer system forgets who you are? This week, Melissa unpacks a rare but massive IT failure that left Carnival Firenze stuck in port and thousands of guests conf...
Carnival is now all-in on adults-only cruises after an unexpectedly huge demand, even adding transatlantic options. Meanwhile, MSC and Royal Caribbean are building bigger ships with fewer people to...
Why do we become totally different people the moment we step on a cruise ship? From cheering on pier runners like they’re Olympic athletes to hunting rubber ducks like buried treasure, cruising tur...
What happens when a cruise ship serves someone 33 drinks in one afternoon, and he ends up dead? This week, Melissa breaks down the shocking wrongful death lawsuit against Royal Caribbean that’s sha...
Cruisers are facing new costs as Carnival raises service charges again, while a showdown between Port Canaveral and Port Miami is reshaping Florida cruising. Melissa breaks down what this means for...
From a passenger vanishing mid tour in St. Martin to a violent week onboard multiple cruise lines, this episode breaks down the cruise stories everyone is talking about. With port attacks, teen clu...
Think Atlantis is the only waterpark worth your cruise dollars in Nassau? Think again. Melissa just got back from Baha Bay at Baha Mar and spills the truth about what’s included, what’s missing, an...
Think Port Miami is all parties and chaos? Think again. Melissa shares smart, budget-friendly tips to help you cruise out of Miami like a pro. Learn how to score cheaper flights, skip overpriced tr...
How safe are cruise ships really? From a lifeboat crashing into the ocean to a tragic death onboard Carnival Horizon, this episode covers the cruise stories that have everyone talking. With banned ...
How safe are cruise ships, really? A shocking and heartbreaking story out of the Carnival Horizon has the cruise world reeling, as the FBI investigates the suspicious death of an 18-year-old guest ...
Are you overpaying for Alaska cruise excursions? Many travelers spend double or triple on tours, without realizing that in ports like Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway, some of the best experiences ar...
Did you know the biggest mistake cruisers make at CocoCay happens before they even leave the ship? With over 140 acres to explore, showing up without a plan can cost you precious hours wandering in...
Could your cruise leave you behind? A devastating incident involving an 80-year-old solo traveler sparks serious concerns about safety and cruise accountability. We also look at Royal Caribbean’s b...
Has Carnival Cruise Line lost its value or has it changed too much? In this episode, we take a hard look at what cruising with Carnival really means in 2025. From rising drink package costs to new ...
Is cruising turning into a costly headache instead of a relaxing escape? In this week’s episode, Melissa shares a heartbreaking overboard incident on Norwegian Jewel and questions cruise ship safet...
Think cruising is just about buffets and beach chairs? Think again. Let me reveal the biggest mistakes new cruisers make, and how to avoid them so your trip feels like a breeze, not a disaster.
