Journal

Travel guides, cruise tips, and stories from our adventures around the world.

February 28, 2026

First Timer's Guide to Virgin Voyages

Everything you need to know before your first voyage — from embarkation to Scarlet Night, packing tips to dining strategy.

By Randy

February 28, 2026

Celebrity Cruises Edge-Class Guide: Edge, Apex, Beyond & Ascent

A complete guide to Celebrity's Edge-class ships — the Magic Carpet, Infinite Verandas, Eden, and everything that makes them the most design-forward ships at sea.

By Randy

February 28, 2026

Explora Journeys: What to Expect on MSC's Ultra-Luxury Cruise Line

Everything you need to know about Explora Journeys — the all-suite, all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruise line that launched in 2023.

By Randy

February 14, 2026

Virgin Voyages Cabin Guide: Insider to Mega Rockstar

A deep dive into every cabin category on Virgin Voyages — what you get, what you don't, and which one is right for you.

By Randy

January 31, 2026

What Is Scarlet Night? Inside Virgin Voyages' Signature Event

The ship goes red, the energy goes through the roof, and everything you thought you knew about cruise entertainment gets thrown overboard.

By Randy

January 4, 2026

The Perfect 12-Day Portugal Road Trip

From the Algarve coast to Lisbon's cobblestone streets — a 12-day road trip through Portugal's best.

By Omar Gonzalez