When Mike Smith takes a cruise, he doesn’t waste any time. Cabins often aren’t ready for guests until early afternoon, so the 35-year-old brings a swimsuit in his backpack and changes in one of the ...

In this video, learn about 12 common mistakes to avoid on embarkation day to ensure a stress-free start to your cruise.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. If you’ve never cruised before, embarking a modern vessel for ...

Seasoned cruisers know the first day of a voyage quietly shapes everything that follows. Embarkation day is when smart decisions reduce stress and determine whether your vacation starts smoothly.

Embarkation day is when the excitement for a cruise holiday hits its peak, but a cruise expert has warned of one common mistake which could ruin your day. The first day of your cruise is an exciting ...

Embarkation day can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. While many cruisers rush onboard without a plan, ...

Carnival Cruise Line has built state-of-the-art ships with its Excel class, but its boarding process remains in the dark ages. The cruise line's system is also confusing and its set-up in Miami uses a ...