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Worldwide Travel Alert: Increased Terrorist Threats

The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to possible risks of travel due to increased terrorist threats. Current information suggests that ISIL (aka Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions.  These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics,...

You’re either an explorer, or you’re not. Which one are you?

By Erin Block of bbc.com Antarctica is unbearable in July. It is so treacherous that in 1911, explorers Apsley Cherry-Garrard, Bill Wilson and Henry Bowers returned to base camp with shattered teeth and fingernails that hung by invisible threads. Reports of their journey told of clothing that was...

Better Your Chances for a Safe Cruise Vacation

By Linda Garrison of cruises.about.com A cruise ship is one of the safest places you can take a vacation. No one sets out to become a crime victim, but it can happen to anyone. There are steps you can take to lower your risk of being a crime...

How to Pack for Cruising through Multiple Climates

Packing for one climate is often a challenge - two can be a downright pain. If you're going on a cruise that takes you through multiple weather regions and temperatures, however, you need to be prepared for all of it. Packing for warm weather...

Woman Falls Off Cruise Ship Hosting ‘Mad Decent’ Music Festival Near Cuba

by M. Alex Johnson of nbcnews.com The Coast Guard was searching for a woman who fell from a cruise ship off the coast of Cuba during a floating festival featuring electronic music stars Diplo and Skrillex. The woman, who wasn't identified, fell into the water from the deck of the...

6 Tips for Planning a Romantic Cruise Getaway

A cruise might just be the perfect way to spend some time with that special someone. Whether you're going on your first trip together, planning a honeymoon or celebrating decades together, cruises get you out of your usual environment and into the mood for...

What happens when there’s a medical emergency at sea?

For most people, medical emergencies are a very rare occurrence. What's more, many people rest assured knowing that, should such an event occur, they have access to medical care that will come to their aid. Whether it's a matter of calling 911 or heading...

5 must-have travel gadgets

If just one thing can be said about technology, it's that it makes life easier. Whether you're checking a quick fact or getting in touch with people across the globe, today's tech can make all the difference in a successful trip. Some gadgets will...

6 Tips for Cruising on a Budget

Cruising on a budget can seem like an impossible feat. After all, cruises tend to be a little pricey, and that's before you consider flights, excursions, and other costs associated with vacationing at sea. Here are six tips to help you make cruising a...

Cirque du Soleil at Sea

MSC Cruises has announced it will partner with Cirque du Soleil to perform exclusive shows onboard their cruises. The shows are scheduled to start in 2017, and will be a part of passengers' experience on the MSC Meraviglia. They will be brand new, and...