If you’re planning an Alaska cruise, there’s one shore excursion that pops up on almost every itinerary: the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad in Skagway. In this guide, David (our resident train geek) and I break down what the train ride is actually like, reveal three essential seating hacks most reviewers miss, and share our honest verdict on whether the $400+ luxury VIP carriage is genuinely worth your money or if a Yukon combination tour is the smarter pick.

Our review of our three tour food tour in La Spezia, Italy. We sampled fresh Ligurian focaccia, chickpea farinata, 121-year-old family pesto pasta, fried local seafood, and artisanal gelato.

Is the exclusive suite neighborhood on Royal Caribbean’s massive Icon-class ships actually worth an extra few thousand dollars? We look past the cabin doors to review Coastal Kitchen, the Suite Lounge, and The Grove sun deck to see if these private areas truly deliver.

We spent $150 per person to test out Royal Caribbean’s brand-new immersive train simulator restaurant, The Royal Railway – Legend Station. Traveling along the historic "Silk Road" menu from China to Italy, here is our independent, first-hand breakdown of the tech, the actors, the curries, and whether this unique dinner show is actually worth the premium price tag.

We spent 7 nights inside a Panoramic Suite on Royal Caribbean’s brand-new Legend of the Seas to see if a cabin with no outdoor space is actually worth the premium price tag. From a massive, sun-drenched wall of floor-to-ceiling glass to a shockingly low shower clearance, hard mattress, and the saving grace of the Sky Class suite perks, here is our completely independent, honest breakdown of the entire space.

Our honest look at Royal Caribbean’s brand-new Legend of the Seas. From the mind-blowing technology of the Royal Railway to the chaotic reality of navigating 7,600 passengers on sea days, here is what it is really like onboard the world's largest floating resort.

Stepping out onto your cabin balcony at six o'clock in the morning to watch Juneau's snow-capped mountains drift past is pure magic. But as Alaska's isolated capital, navigating a port day here comes with a few unique logistical surprises—from eye-wateringly expensive excursions to tendering headaches. Having sailed into Juneau across Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Voyages, and Norwegian Cruise Line, we’re sharing our honest, real-world guide to the best things to do, what to skip, where to eat local fish tacos, and how to avoid the most common cruise mistakes.

This is our review of the world-famous Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. We booked a two-night stay here as a pre-cruise treat before embarking on our highly anticipated multi-month trip aboard the brand-new Disney Adventure.

When Virgin Voyages announced it was taking its adults-only, no-buffet formula up to Alaska, we had the exact same question as every other cruiser: can a line built for sunny pool parties and tropical vibes actually work in the freezing fjords? Having sailed Alaska across traditional lines like Princess, Holland America, and Royal Caribbean, we boarded Virgin’s Alaska sailing to see whether trading classic observation lounges for adults-only energy and world-class included food works among the glaciers—or if you’re better off sticking to traditional ships.

We hopped on the revitalised Celebrity Solstice in Alaska to put her $250 million "Revolution" makeover to the test. From the infamous "pasty incident" at Sunset Park to the best live orchestra we’ve heard in years, here is our honest take on whether this 18-year-old ship can now compete with the brand-new Edge-class.

Is upgrading to a cruise suite worth the massive price tag? We compare the VIP perks, food, and hidden catches of Royal Caribbean, MSC, NCL, Princess, and Celebrity to find the best suite at sea.

Brilliant Lady has finally made it to the West Coast, but it’s not just a change of scenery. Virgin has given the ship a "wellness glow-up" specifically for the LA crowd—including 7am silent discos, macro-tracked smoothies, and GLP-1 friendly menus. Is this the future of cruising, or is it just a lot of effort before breakfast? We take a look at what’s actually changed on Virgin’s newest ship

Our honest Celebrity Millennium review after a 12-night Asia cruise. Food, cabins, Retreat experience, pros, cons, and who this older Celebrity ship is really for.

Penang is an easy and rewarding cruise port if you keep your plans simple. Focus on George Town, food, and culture — and save the further-afield attractions for longer port days or organised tours.

Missing the ship in port, getting denied boarding, surprise phone bills, and massive medical costs — these cruise mistakes happen every week. Here’s how to avoid the most expensive and stressful cruise disasters before they ruin your trip.

From cruise line tours to independent excursions and DIY port days, this guide explains how we choose shore excursions and what actually works in each port.

Our review of Celestyal Discovery, a ship that has undergone an extensive refurbishment, covering the ship, cabins, food, and onboard experience.

We stayed at Park Rotana Abu Dhabi before a cruise and found it a comfortable, reliable four-star hotel close to the airport and cruise port.

Visiting Abu Dhabi on a cruise? Here’s what to do on a port stop or before and after sailing — based on our real experiences, including TeamLab Phenomena, the Grand Mosque, food tips, and how to get around easily.

We sailed Mein Schiff expecting a relaxed, premium-feeling cruise with great food and easygoing service. Instead, we found slow service, some genuinely strange rules, and food that often fell short of expectations. Nothing was terrible in isolation, but together it just didn’t click for us. This is our honest review of Mein Schiff from an English-speaking perspective, including what worked, what didn’t, and who this cruise line is — and isn’t — right for.