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A better title might be Cruises to think twice about. This list depends on your level of comfort. Plus sometimes the price will be cheaper for less desirable sailings. All of these ships sail with lots of passengers or are even full. So many people accept - and enjoy - them. Just make sure you have appropriate expectations!

1. The right attitude. Cruising, just like resort-ing, is not always going to be a perfect experience. Clogged plumbing, closed restaurants, bad weather, ship and port accidents, and acts of God happen, even if you book a suite on a luxury line. Take a cue from the ship. Be flexible like the water. Roll with whatever happens and keep moving forward.

2. Virgin Voyages. We refer to the first sailing or two of a new ship, not the cruise line. There will inevitably be problems with parts of the ship not operational or finished. It takes time for the crew to gel and provide the flawless service that passengers expect. If you’re adventurous, go for it. But it’s best to wait a few months.

3. Short port stops. Stops typically last from early in the morning to at least 5pm. That’s plenty of time to explore and enjoy the port and island. But a few itineraries have a short stop for just a few daylight hours. That’s fine for a short walk around the port. But if you’re set on having a full visit at the specific port, find another cruise.

4. Holiday sailings. Christmas, New Years, Thanksgiving, and Spring Break cruises are full, busy, loud, and more importantly, more expensive. Consider the week before or after.

5. Hurricanes. It’s extremely rare for a cruise to be canceled. Ships simply avoid hurricanes. Like an airplane, if there is bad weather, they go around it. So the worst that typically happens is more sea days and different port calls. Make sure you have insurance and if you want to be totally safe, schedule your trip another time. The Caribbean hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30 with peak activity between August and October.

6. Transocean voyages. The ocean is vast, matey. Transatlantic and transpacific cruises are generally a minimum of 12 days with few stops. So be prepared for - and enjoy - lots of sea days.

7. Alaskan and Arctic cruises. Even during the summer it’s still cold. So bring appropriate attire and don’t expect much outdoor pool time.

8. Transatlantic weather. Hurricanes aren’t the only thing to watch out for. The Atlantic Ocean has its share of bad weather. The best time to cross the Atlantic by ship is generally in late spring (April–May) or summer (June–August) for the calmest seas, as well as pleasant weather, particularly for northern routes.

9. The Drake Passage. Expeditions around the tip of South America may encounter extremely bad weather, violent storms, and massive waves. The best months to cross the Drake Passage are November to March, during the Antarctic summer. However, no specific month guarantees calm seas, as weather conditions are highly unpredictable.

10. Older ships. Be aware of what you’re booking. Major cruise lines generally do a good job of updating older ships, but not always. The ship may look tired, be lagging in paint and maintenance, and not have the appointments and facilities of newer ships. Check when your ship was launched, the last time it was refurbished, and ship ratings from recent passengers.

11. Ships sold or due to be retired. These vessels are in the opposite situation as maiden voyages. Cruise lines won’t invest in infrastructure if they know the ship will be gone soon. Staff energy often sags. Key employees may have already started leaving.
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    Cabins to avoid

12. The guarantee. It’s the cheapest fare. But the only guarantee is that you’ll get a cabin in that class somewhere. You’ll get what’s left over after everyone else has picked the better cabins. It’s like being stuck with the middle seat on a plane. Most cruisers feel it’s worth it to pay extra to get a quality location.

13. Avoid a Blocked view. Obstructions like a lifeboat can spoil your view out an oceanview or balcony cabin. Typically the cruise lines will mark such cabins. Check the official deck plans or other sites like Cruise Deck Plans for symbols or shaded areas and look at your booking confirmation for specific codes. You can also search online for your ship and cabin number to find photos from other cruisers.

14. Reconsider an atrium view. The megaships have cabins with windows and balconies that face inward to the atrium and interior shops, clubs, restaurants, parks, etc. It’s a different experience from watching the calm ocean. Just like living in New York City, you may find it entertaining or far too busy and loud.

15. Find a safe cabin at Cruise Deck Plans. Select your ship and deck. Then look for the Cabin Deck Tool in the right column. Click there to see what cabins are above and below you. The best cabins are surrounded on all sides, top, bottom, and next to them, by other cabins.

16. Avoid cabins below the buffet.

17. Avoid cabins below galley (kitchen) areas.

18. Avoid cabins above or below entertainment halls and lounges.

19. Avoid cabins under the fitness center.

20. Avoid cabins under or above the nightclub.

21. Avoid cabins under or above the casino.

22. Avoid cabins under or above crew areas.

23. Avoid cabins near the multi-level atriums.

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Hawaii Island

Hawaii Island, often called the Big Island, gives travelers a dramatic mix of Kona beaches, Kohala Coast resorts, lava landscapes, coffee country, and Mauna Kea views. Visitors can plan beach time near Kailua-Kona, explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, snorkel Kealakekua Bay, and drive scenic Queen Kaahumanu Highway. For vacation club travelers, the island offers room to spread out, strong resort value, and easy access to golf, ocean adventures, farmers markets, and authentic Hawaiian culture.

Kailua-Kona

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• Wyndham Mauna Loa Village. Wyndham Mauna Loa Village is built around spacious condominium villas, quiet grounds, and a low-rise resort-club layout. Kitchens, separate living areas, and room to unwind define the stay more than lobby-centered hotel services.

Waikoloa

Waikoloa sits on the Kohala Coast, a resort area known for golf, lava-rock landscapes, Anaehoomalu Bay, Kings’ Shops, Queens’ Marketplace, and sunny beach weather. Spacious resorts, pools, coastal trails, Hapuna Beach access, and Mauna Lani drives define the area’s polished vacation rhythm.

• Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa features large villa-style suites, polished Hilton vacation-club standards, and a resort-residence layout. The property centers on living space, family-friendly comfort, and a refined club environment.

• Kings’ Land by Hilton Grand Vacations. Kings’ Land by Hilton Grand Vacations is a landscaped villa resort with expansive suite layouts, recreation-focused pools, and Hilton club polish. The property feels purpose-built for longer stays, with space and amenities doing much of the work.

• Paniolo Greens at Waikoloa. Paniolo Greens at Waikoloa has a relaxed condominium-resort personality with spacious units, kitchen convenience, and a ranch-country island aesthetic. The property’s character comes from low-rise comfort, easy routines, and a quieter vacation-club feel.

Kauai

Kauai is Hawaii’s garden island, known for lush mountains, the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, Hanalei Bay, Poipu Beach, Wailua River, and quiet resort towns with a slower island rhythm. Waterfalls, hiking trails, snorkeling coves, surf-watching overlooks, and postcard beaches frame the island’s tropical scenery. Kauai’s resort areas pair natural beauty, relaxed towns, and vacation ownership-style properties near beaches, scenic drives, and local dining.

Kapaa

Kapaa on Kauai’s east side is a convenient Coconut Coast base near the Ke Ala Hele Makalae coastal path, Wailua River, Opaekaa Falls, beaches, food trucks, and shops. Its central location makes it practical for exploring Hanalei, Poipu, Lihue, and Waimea Canyon.

• Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy. Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy blends condo-style accommodations with a compact resort setting, landscaped grounds, and a relaxed coastal feel. Spacious units and kitchen features create a practical base with more personality than a standard hotel room.

• Pono Kai. Pono Kai is a classic condominium resort with a broad campus, casual recreation amenities, and a familiar repeat-guest atmosphere. The property emphasizes simple comfort, open green space, and vacation routines that feel easy to settle into.

• The ISO Island Sky Ocean. The ISO Island Sky Ocean has a boutique hotel profile with a streamlined, ocean-inspired design and a lighter resort footprint. Its defining qualities are simplicity, updated style, and a breezy small-property feel.

• WorldMark Kapaa Shore. WorldMark Kapaa Shore offers a compact vacation-ownership experience with condo-style units and an easy club-resort rhythm. The property focuses on practical layouts, self-sufficient stays, and a smaller community feel.

• Wyndham Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy. Wyndham Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy adds Wyndham vacation-club structure to a landscaped condo-resort setting. Suites, recreation areas, and managed resort grounds create a stay centered on comfort and repeatable weekly routines.

Koloa

Koloa and nearby Poipu put visitors close to Poipu Beach, Spouting Horn, the Koloa Heritage Trail, golf, shopping, and sunny South Shore beaches. It is one of Kauai’s most popular areas for families and couples who want beach time, resort comforts, and easy access to dining.

• Lawai Beach Resort. Lawai Beach Resort has a timeshare-resort format with condo accommodations, recreation amenities, and a strong repeat-visitor culture. The property’s personality is relaxed, practical, and built around leisurely weeks rather than quick hotel stays.

• Marriott’s Waiohai Beach Club. Marriott’s Waiohai Beach Club is a polished villa resort with spacious accommodations, manicured grounds, and Marriott vacation-club consistency. The property emphasizes resort pools, villa living, and a refined beach-club atmosphere.

• Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation. Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation features plantation-style condo accommodations spread across open lawns and garden-like grounds. The low-rise layout, home-style units, and heritage-inspired setting give it a distinctive cottage-resort character.

• Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas. Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas combines villa-style accommodations with Sheraton brand polish and a resort-club sensibility. The property focuses on upgraded space, resort services, and a more residential version of the Sheraton experience.

• The Point at Poipu. The Point at Poipu has a timeshare-resort layout with spacious villas, landscaped grounds, and a relaxed club atmosphere. Its strength is the villa format: kitchens, living areas, and room to make a week feel settled.

Lihue

Lihue is Kauai’s main airport and commercial hub, with quick access to Kalapaki Beach, Nawiliwili Harbor, Kilohana Plantation, Wailua Falls, and island services. Central roads, beach options, shopping, and short drives to the Coconut Coast and South Shore make it a practical resort base.

• Banyan Harbor. Banyan Harbor is a condominium property with practical multi-room layouts and a straightforward residential feel. The property’s appeal lies in functional space, kitchen convenience, and a low-frills format suited to independent stays.

• Castle Kaha Lani, a Condominium Resort. Castle Kaha Lani, a Condominium Resort features low-rise condo accommodations, open lawns, and a quieter residential-resort mood. The property stands apart through its simple scale, full-unit convenience, and uncrowded, home-like atmosphere.

• Marriott’s Kauai Beach Club. Marriott’s Kauai Beach Club combines resort-hotel polish with vacation-club accommodations, large-scale grounds, and a recognizable Marriott service model. The property’s signature is the blend of classic resort amenities with club-style lodging.

• Marriott’s Kauai Lagoons - Kalanipu’u. Marriott’s Kauai Lagoons - Kalanipu’u is a premium villa-style resort with expansive residences, refined interiors, and an elevated vacation-club feel. The property emphasizes space, privacy, and a more upscale residential resort experience.

Princeville

Princeville sits above Kauai’s North Shore near Hanalei Bay, Anini Beach, Makai Golf Club, Queen’s Bath viewpoints, and the route toward Haena State Park and the Na Pali Coast. It is a scenic choice for dramatic views, lush landscapes, golf, and relaxed resort stays.

• Hanalei Bay Resort. Hanalei Bay Resort has a lush, scenic resort personality with condo-style accommodations, tropical grounds, and a strong leisure-club feel. The property’s charm comes from its garden setting, open-air mood, and relaxed vacation-residence style.

• Makai Club Resort. Makai Club Resort offers a compact timeshare-resort experience with condominium-style units, golf-oriented surroundings, and a calm residential pace. The property emphasizes space, simplicity, and the familiarity of a small vacation club.

• The Cliffs at Princeville. The Cliffs at Princeville is a low-rise condominium resort with roomy units, resort recreation areas, and a quiet residential-club atmosphere. Its defining features are open space, self-catering comfort, and a relaxed longer-stay rhythm.

• Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas. Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas brings upscale villa accommodations, Westin wellness branding, and polished resort grounds. The property highlights spacious villa living, refined finishes, and a calmer luxury-club experience.

• Wyndham Bali Hai Villas. Wyndham Bali Hai Villas has a spacious villa-resort layout with tropical landscaping, multiple recreation areas, and a vacation-ownership atmosphere. The property emphasizes room to settle in, family-friendly layouts, and a strong club-resort identity.

• Wyndham Ka ‘Eo Kai. Wyndham Ka ‘Eo Kai features a relaxed condominium-resort layout with roomy units, garden surroundings, and Wyndham club familiarity. Its personality is quieter and more residential, with space and self-sufficient comfort at the center.

• Wyndham Ka Eo Kai Resort. Wyndham Ka Eo Kai Resort delivers the same easygoing vacation-club character through low-rise accommodations, landscaped grounds, and practical suite amenities. The stay feels informal, spacious, and oriented toward longer, slower weeks.

• Wyndham Shearwater. Wyndham Shearwater is an intimate vacation-club property known for spacious condo layouts and a quieter, view-oriented resort mood. The property’s strongest trait is privacy: fewer rooms, more breathing space, and a residential feel.

Wailua

Wailua offers easy access to the Wailua River, Fern Grotto tours, Opaekaa Falls, Lydgate Beach Park, and Kauai’s Coconut Coast. Nature attractions, beach parks, casual restaurants, and central island drives shape the area’s easygoing visitor experience.

• Plantation Hale Suites. Plantation Hale Suites has an all-suite, low-rise format with a casual vintage-island personality. Separate living areas, kitchenettes, and uncomplicated grounds create a practical stay that feels more residential than hotel-centered.

Maui

Maui blends famous beaches, resort communities, historic Lahaina, Kihei sunshine, Wailea luxury, Kaanapali sunsets, and the Road to Hana into one of Hawaii’s most flexible vacation destinations. Visitors can snorkel Molokini, watch whales in season, explore Haleakala National Park, and enjoy oceanfront dining from West Maui to South Maui. The island works well for resort stays because beaches, golf, shopping, scenic drives, and family activities are clustered near popular vacation areas.

Kihei

Kihei is a sunny South Maui beach town near Kamaole Beach Parks, Kalama Park, Wailea, Molokini snorkeling departures, and casual dining along South Kihei Road. Beach access, condominium resorts, local restaurants, and a relaxed South Maui rhythm define the area.

• Castle Kamaole Sands, a Condominium Resort. Castle Kamaole Sands, a Condominium Resort features a large condo-resort campus with landscaped grounds, recreation areas, and full-unit accommodations. The property’s strength is practical vacation living with generous outdoor space and familiar condominium routines.

• Kamaole Beach Club. Kamaole Beach Club is a smaller timeshare-style property with simple condo accommodations and a classic weekly-vacation rhythm. The property feels informal, manageable, and centered on practical comfort rather than elaborate resort spectacle.

• Maui Banyan Vacation Club. Maui Banyan Vacation Club has a condominium-resort format with kitchen-equipped units, recreation amenities, and an easy vacation-ownership feel. Its character comes from familiar routines, livable layouts, and a casual South Maui resort mood.

• Maui Bay Villas by Hilton Grand Vacations. Maui Bay Villas by Hilton Grand Vacations offers newer villa-style accommodations, Hilton vacation-club polish, and a more upscale residential resort layout. The property emphasizes contemporary design, spacious suites, and refined family-friendly amenities.

• Maui Beach Vacation Club. Maui Beach Vacation Club is a compact condominium-style resort with practical accommodations, kitchen convenience, and a low-key club atmosphere. The property focuses on simplicity, value, and a comfortable weekly-stay structure.

• Maui Lea at Maui Hill. Maui Lea at Maui Hill has a roomy condominium-resort feel, with low-rise buildings, tropical grounds, and a relaxed residential personality. The property is defined by space, privacy, and a classic Maui timeshare rhythm.

• Maui Schooner. Maui Schooner is a traditional condominium resort with generous unit layouts, landscaped common areas, and an easygoing weekly-stay character. The property emphasizes functional space, outdoor relaxation, and a stable repeat-visitor feel.

• Maui Sunset - Two Bedroom Condo. Maui Sunset - Two Bedroom Condo offers a private unit experience with separate bedrooms, kitchen functionality, and the independence of a residential stay. The format creates a more personal alternative to booking a standard resort room.

• Palms at Wailea Maui by Outrigger. Palms at Wailea Maui by Outrigger features spacious condo villas, tropical landscaping, and Outrigger-managed consistency. The property stands out through large living areas, private-lanai style comfort, and a relaxed villa-resort atmosphere.

• WorldMark Kihei Resort. WorldMark Kihei Resort has a vacation-ownership layout with condo-style suites, practical kitchens, and a compact resort-club feel. The property is organized around simple weekly routines, easy self-catering, and relaxed common spaces.

Lahaina

Lahaina and the West Maui resort corridor connect travelers to Kaanapali Beach, Kahana, Napili Bay, Kapalua, whale-watching waters, oceanfront sunsets, golf, and shopping. The area is a classic Maui base for beach vacations, resort pools, snorkeling, and easy access to West Maui scenery.

• Aston at Papakea Resort. Aston at Papakea Resort has a garden-style condo-resort atmosphere with open lawns, low-rise buildings, pools, and self-catering units. The property feels relaxed and residential, with enough resort structure for an easy weekly stay.

• Aston Kaanapali Shores. Aston Kaanapali Shores combines condominium convenience with larger resort amenities, including a more substantial pool-and-service environment. The property stands out by mixing kitchen-equipped units with the feel of a full resort campus.

• Aston Mahana at Kaanapali. Aston Mahana at Kaanapali emphasizes condominium privacy, spacious interiors, and a quieter high-rise residence feel. Floor-to-ceiling views and self-contained units create a more serene, home-like alternative to busier resort complexes.

• Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas. Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas has a spread-out villa-resort character with garden paths, low-rise buildings, and a relaxed residential atmosphere. The property’s charm comes from its open layout, suite variety, and classic Maui vacation feel.

• Hyatt Ka’anapali Beach - A Hyatt Residence Club. Hyatt Ka’anapali Beach - A Hyatt Residence Club offers upscale residence-club villas with Hyatt service polish, expanded living space, and refined resort amenities. The property is designed around premium villa living rather than standard hotel rooms.

• Kaanapali Beach Club. Kaanapali Beach Club has a large vacation-club profile with suite accommodations, resort pools, and a strong weekly-stay structure. The property emphasizes roomy interiors, shared leisure spaces, and a classic timeshare-resort rhythm.

• Kaanapali Beach Club Resort. Kaanapali Beach Club Resort delivers suite-style comfort in a full resort-club format, with substantial common areas and a relaxed vacation ownership feel. The experience centers on space, pools, and a settled resort routine.

• Kahana Beach Resort. Kahana Beach Resort is a compact timeshare-style property with an intimate resort feel and condominium-like convenience. The smaller scale gives the stay a more personal rhythm, with practical rooms and a casual community atmosphere.

• Kahana Beach Vacation Club. Kahana Beach Vacation Club focuses on vacation-club functionality: efficient suites, simple amenities, and a repeatable weekly-stay pattern. The property’s identity is practical, compact, and more personal than a large destination resort.

• Kahana Falls. Kahana Falls has a tropical courtyard resort feel, with garden accents, pool areas, and a relaxed timeshare personality. The property is distinguished by its playful leisure setting and smaller-scale vacation-club atmosphere.

• Kahana Falls Maui. Kahana Falls Maui highlights the same intimate club-resort style through landscaped common areas, casual recreation spaces, and manageable accommodations. The stay feels approachable, informal, and built for relaxed weekly pacing.

• Kahana Villa. Kahana Villa offers condominium-style accommodations with home-like layouts, kitchen convenience, and a low-key vacation-residence mood. The property emphasizes independence and usable space over large-resort programming.

• Kahana Villa Resort. Kahana Villa Resort adds resort-club structure to the condo format, with practical suites and a relaxed residential feel. The property’s character comes from easy routines, functional layouts, and a less crowded scale.

• Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club. Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club is a major vacation-club resort with villa-style accommodations, large resort grounds, and Marriott polish. The property is built for full-week resort living, combining brand service with spacious club lodging.

• Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina Tower. Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina Tower provides tower-style villa accommodations within a larger Marriott vacation-club resort. Its distinction is the combination of expanded living space, polished finishes, and access to a substantial resort environment.

• Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club - Napili Tower. Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club - Napili Tower offers a refined villa-tower experience with residential-style layouts and Marriott club consistency. The tower adds a more elevated, suite-forward feel within the larger resort complex.

• Napili Shores Maui by Outrigger. Napili Shores Maui by Outrigger has a relaxed condo-resort format with low-rise buildings, lawn space, and Outrigger-managed hospitality. The property feels casual, independent, and comfortably residential rather than heavily programmed.

• Sands of Kahana. Sands of Kahana is a condominium resort with spacious units, a classic vacation-club feel, and a practical home-base layout. The property’s appeal comes from roomier accommodations, kitchens, and an informal resort campus.

• Sands of Kahana Vacation Club. Sands of Kahana Vacation Club emphasizes full-unit comfort, resort recreation, and a familiar ownership-style rhythm. The stay is defined by space, self-catering convenience, and a relaxed club community feel.

• The Gardens at West Maui. The Gardens at West Maui has a small, garden-style condominium character with a quieter residential mood. The property focuses on practical accommodations, lush landscaping, and a simple, unhurried stay.

• The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas. The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas combines upscale villa accommodations, Westin wellness cues, and extensive resort amenities. Spacious villas, refined finishes, and a polished leisure environment define the property.

• The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas North. The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas North extends the Westin villa experience with residential-style units, resort pools, and a polished vacation-club setting. The property emphasizes comfort, design consistency, and full-resort convenience.

• The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas. The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas has a modern villa-resort identity with cultural design touches, spacious residences, and Westin brand polish. The property’s distinction is its newer, purpose-built vacation-club feel and refined residential layouts.

Paia

Paia is a colorful North Shore Maui town near Baldwin Beach, Hookipa Beach Park, surf breaks, boutique shops, cafes, and the start of the Road to Hana. Its artsy storefronts, windsurfing culture, beach-town energy, and local dining create a distinctive Maui counterpoint to larger resort districts.

• Kaiholo Hale. Kaiholo Hale has a small, private-vacation-rental feel, with home-style accommodations and a quieter, more personal scale. The property’s distinction is intimacy: fewer resort layers, more residence-style comfort, and a laid-back island-house mood.

Wailea

Wailea is South Maui’s polished resort district, known for Wailea Beach, luxury shopping, golf, oceanfront paths, spas, and nearby Makena beaches. Upscale Maui scenery, calm beaches, fine dining, resort landscaping, and quick routes to Kihei and Molokini excursions define the area.

• Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea. Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea brings Marriott’s extended-stay model to a polished resort-market setting, with suites, kitchens, breakfast-oriented convenience, and contemporary common areas. The property blends hotel service with residential functionality.

Wailea-Makena

Wailea-Makena stretches along South Maui beaches near Kamaole, Keawakapu, Wailea Beach, Makena Landing, and Big Beach. Visitors choose the area for sunny weather, snorkeling, golf, ocean views, and convenient access to both Kihei value dining and Wailea resort amenities.

• Aston at the Maui Banyan. Aston at the Maui Banyan offers condominium-style accommodations with kitchen features, recreation areas, and a broad range of unit types. The property’s personality is practical, casual, and especially suited to a self-directed Maui stay.

• CRH - Hale Kamaole. CRH - Hale Kamaole is a condominium property with full-unit accommodations, home-style amenities, and a relaxed residential feel. The experience centers on independence, space, and the comfort of managing a Maui stay at your own pace.

Oahu

Oahu combines Waikiki Beach, Honolulu energy, Pearl Harbor history, Diamond Head hiking, North Shore surf, Ko Olina lagoons, and Windward Coast scenery in one easy-to-explore island. Beaches, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, museums, and cultural landmarks sit close together. Vacation stays on Oahu can feel urban, beachy, historic, or resort-focused, with strong access to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and many of Hawaii’s best-known visitor attractions.

Honolulu

Honolulu gives visitors quick access to Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head, Ala Moana Center, Kapiolani Park, Pearl Harbor, Iolani Palace, and downtown cultural landmarks. Beach time, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, museums, and dependable transportation all sit within the island’s busiest visitor hub.

• Aqua Aloha Surf Waikiki. Surf-themed decor, compact rooms, and a relaxed boutique-hotel scale give Aqua Aloha Surf Waikiki a playful, easygoing personality. The property leans into value, bright island styling, and simple conveniences instead of oversized resort formality.

• Aston at the Waikiki Banyan. Suite-style layouts, kitchen facilities, and recreation-deck amenities make Aston at the Waikiki Banyan feel more like a vacation apartment tower than a standard hotel. The format supports longer stays, family routines, and extra breathing room.

• Castle Bamboo Waikiki Hotel. Castle Bamboo Waikiki Hotel has a smaller boutique feel, tropical landscaping, and a pool-courtyard atmosphere that softens the urban setting. The property stands out for its intimate scale, informal mood, and bamboo-inspired island design touches.

• Castle Waikiki Grand Hotel. Castle Waikiki Grand Hotel offers a compact independent-hotel format with straightforward rooms and an unfussy personality. Its appeal comes from simplicity, efficient accommodations, and a less corporate feel than many larger branded properties.

• Castle Waikiki Shore. Castle Waikiki Shore is a condo-style property built around private-residence comfort rather than hotel uniformity. Units emphasize added space, kitchen capability, and self-directed vacation living, creating a more personal stay than a conventional room-only hotel.

• Club Wyndham at Waikiki Beach Walk. Club Wyndham at Waikiki Beach Walk brings a polished vacation-ownership style with suites, lounge-ready living areas, and a resort-club feel. The property is designed around settling in, unpacking, and using the room as part of the vacation experience.

• Club Wyndham Royal Garden at Waikiki. Club Wyndham Royal Garden at Waikiki has a refined, quieter timeshare-resort character with tasteful interiors and a more residential pace. Its strongest features are suite comfort, polished common areas, and a calmer atmosphere than high-traffic mega-hotels.

• Ewa Hotel Waikiki. Ewa Hotel Waikiki keeps the experience modest and practical, with simple rooms, an approachable price profile, and a low-frills island-hotel personality. The property’s strength is uncomplicated lodging without the cost or complexity of a large resort.

• Grand Waikikian by Hilton Grand Vacations. Grand Waikikian by Hilton Grand Vacations delivers a high-rise suite resort experience with brand-polished interiors, expanded living space, and access to a large vacation complex. The tower format gives the stay a residential-suite feel within a full-service setting.

• Imperial Hawaii Resort. Imperial Hawaii Resort combines compact suites, practical in-room features, and a long-running vacation-club atmosphere. The property feels built for repeat visitors who appreciate functional layouts, manageable scale, and dependable weekly-stay conveniences.

• Imperial Hawaii Vacation Club. Imperial Hawaii Vacation Club emphasizes vacation-ownership practicality: efficient suites, useful kitchen-style features, and a familiar return-guest rhythm. The experience is more about livable space and routine-friendly comfort than flashy resort spectacle.

• Kuhio Banyan Club. Kuhio Banyan Club is a compact studio-style property with kitchenette convenience and a straightforward extended-stay feel. Its defining feature is efficiency: a manageable room setup that keeps meals, sleeping, and planning simple.

• Lagoon Tower by Hilton Grand Vacations. Lagoon Tower by Hilton Grand Vacations pairs suite-style accommodations with the scale and amenities of an established Hilton resort environment. Larger living areas, brand consistency, and vacation-club infrastructure make it feel more complete than a standard hotel tower.

• Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites. Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites centers on studio-style lodging with practical in-room flexibility and a casual budget-conscious personality. The property favors usable space and self-sufficient basics over elaborate service layers or heavy resort programming.

• Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel. Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel presents a refreshed hotel experience with contemporary rooms, Hawaii-hospitality branding, and an easy-to-navigate layout. Its distinction is clean, modern comfort backed by a long-established local hotel operator.

• Outrigger Waikiki Shore Beachfront. Outrigger Waikiki Shore Beachfront blends condominium independence with professional hotel-style management. Units feel more like private vacation residences, with added space, kitchen utility, and a less standardized personality than a typical beachfront room tower.

• Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel. Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel is engineered for functional stays: straightforward rooms, easy arrivals, and a practical service model. The property’s value lies in convenience, quick turnover comfort, and the simplicity needed before or after island travel days.

• Pacific Monarch Hotel. Pacific Monarch Hotel offers a condo-hotel format with practical in-room features and a comfortable multi-night rhythm. Its appeal comes from added flexibility, usable layouts, and a less formal experience than a full-service luxury resort.

• Regency on Beachwalk Waikiki by Outrigger. Regency on Beachwalk Waikiki by Outrigger has a boutique condo-resort profile, combining suite layouts with the consistency of Outrigger management. The property stands out through stylish apartment-like accommodations and a more intimate scale.

• The Grand Islander by Hilton Grand Vacations. The Grand Islander by Hilton Grand Vacations features upscale suite accommodations, a modern tower design, and Hilton vacation-club polish. It places emphasis on residential comfort, larger living areas, and a more premium club-resort presentation.

• Waikiki Beach Condominiums. Waikiki Beach Condominiums provides a private-condo style experience with individually livable units, kitchen usefulness, and a self-directed vacation format. The property’s character comes from independence, home-like routines, and flexible space.

• Waikiki Marina Resort at the Ilikai. Waikiki Marina Resort at the Ilikai offers condo-style accommodations inside one of Hawaii’s classic high-rise resort buildings. Spacious-feeling units, kitchen convenience, and balcony-oriented vacation living define the stay more than traditional hotel service.

• Waikiki Resort Hotel. Waikiki Resort Hotel delivers a traditional full-hotel experience with comfortable rooms, organized services, and a familiar hospitality structure. Its strength is clarity: predictable lodging, practical amenities, and an uncomplicated resort-hotel format.

• Wyndham Vacation Resorts Royal Garden at Waikiki. Wyndham Vacation Resorts Royal Garden at Waikiki has a quiet vacation-club identity with tasteful interiors, suite-style comfort, and a polished residential mood. The property emphasizes calm common areas and a more settled weekly-stay experience.

Kahaluu

Kahaluu on Oahu’s Windward Coast places travelers near Kaneohe Bay, the Koolau Mountains, Byodo-In Temple, Heeia State Park, and scenic drives toward Kailua and the North Shore. It is a quieter alternative to Waikiki with lush views, calm water, and local island atmosphere.

• Paradise Bay Resort. Paradise Bay Resort feels like a tucked-away retreat, with a smaller footprint, relaxed water-oriented ambience, and a softer residential-resort personality. The property’s charm comes from privacy, lush surroundings, and a slower boutique pace.

Kapolei

Kapolei anchors West Oahu near Ko Olina lagoons, Disney Aulani, golf, shopping, Wet’n’Wild Hawaii, and sunset beaches. It is a strong resort base for families and couples who prefer a planned vacation area with lagoons, quieter evenings, and access to Honolulu by car.

• Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club. Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club is a villa-style beach-club resort with spacious accommodations, family-friendly pools, polished grounds, and Marriott service consistency. The property is built as a complete vacation compound rather than a room-only hotel.

👍 Puerto Vallarta is the crown jewel of Mexico’s Pacific coast, nestled within the lush Banderas Bay in the state of Jalisco. Travelers flock to this tropical paradise for its unique blend of traditional Mexican charm and modern luxury. In the historic Zona Romántica, cobblestone streets lead to hidden cafes and art galleries, while the iconic Malecón boardwalk offers stunning sunset views and lively entertainment.

Beyond the city center, the region boasts dramatic landscapes where the Sierra Madre Mountains meet the sea. Visitors enjoy world-class whale watching, snorkeling near the Los Arcos Marine Park, and hiking to secluded coves like Yelapa. Whether you are exploring the chic shops in Marina Vallarta or enjoying the nightlife in the South Zone, the city’s warmth—both in climate and hospitality—makes it a top global destination for families, foodies, and adventure seekers alike.

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Located in the heart of the Puerto Vallarta Hotel Zone, Villa del Palmar offers the perfect escape between the airport and the bustling downtown area. This family-friendly oasis features Mediterranean-style architecture, multiple sparkling pools, and a world-class spa. You are just minutes away from the Cruise Ship Terminal and the La Isla Shopping Village. With spacious suites, authentic on-site dining, and direct access to a pristine stretch of beach, it provides an idyllic home base for your Jalisco adventure.

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• The Iconic Malecón: Stroll the famous mile-long boardwalk featuring bronze sculptures, street performers, and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

• Zona Romántica Charm: Explore the Old Town’s vibrant nightlife, authentic taco stands, and the beautiful Playa de los Muertos beach.

• Outdoor Adventures: Embark on boat tours to the Marietas Islands or go ziplining through the dense jungle of the Sierra Madre canopy.

• Gourmet Dining: Savor world-class cuisine ranging from fresh pier-side ceviche to high-end international restaurants in the Hotel Zone.

• Whale Watching: Witness majestic Humpback whales breaching in Banderas Bay during the popular winter migration season from December to March.

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Once a gritty industrial hub, Pittsburgh has transformed into an underrated Appalachian gem, named a top 2026 destination by National Geographic. Vacationers flock to the "City of Bridges" for its stunning skyline views, accessed via historic inclines, and its 90+ distinct neighborhoods, each offering unique local flavor. In 2026, the city takes center stage by hosting the NFL Draft in April, bringing massive energy to Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park.

Culture seekers will love the 59th Carnegie International—North America's longest-running international art exhibition—while foodies explore the vibrant Strip District's artisanal markets and iconic Primanti Bros sandwiches. With major downtown revitalization, new riverfront spaces like Arts Landing, and a booming craft brewery scene, Pittsburgh offers a perfect mix of urban adventure and accessible, friendly charm. It is a walkable, affordable, and dynamic city, often described as an unexpected "home away from home" for travelers seeking a truly authentic American experience.

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• Dine in The Strip District: Savor local culture in this vibrant neighborhood, featuring iconic Primanti Bros sandwiches, sidewalk vendors, and ethnic markets.

• Stroll Phipps Conservatory: Experience a lush Victorian greenhouse oasis in Oakland, boasting sustainable botanical gardens and seasonal flower shows.

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• Depart: Sydney, Australia
  Set sail from one of the world’s most beautiful natural harbours, with iconic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge fading into the distance. Before departing, spend time walking through Circular Quay, visiting the vibrant cafes in The Rocks, or taking a ferry to Manly. The city offers a bustling cosmopolitan start to your Pacific adventure, with world-class dining and cultural experiences. Your ship leaves from the heart of the city, providing a dramatic departure experience as you glide past dramatic ocean cliffs.

• Bay of Islands, New Zealand (Tendered)
  Known as the “birthplace of New Zealand,” the Bay of Islands offers a stunning blend of history and maritime scenery. This subtropical paradise consists of over 144 islands, making it a hotspot for boat tours and dolphin watching. Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, where New Zealand’s founding document was signed, for a profound cultural experience. Explore the charming historic town of Russell, or take a scenic cruise to the “Hole in the Rock” at Piercy Island, where your captain will navigate through the towering rock formations. The waters here are sparkling, ideal for swimming or snorkeling from a secluded beach.

• Auckland, New Zealand
  Auckland, “The City of Sails,” is New Zealand’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, set on a narrow isthmus between two harbors. The skyline is dominated by the Sky Tower, offering breathtaking 360-degree views, while the city’s volcanic origins are visible in sites like Mt. Eden. Explore the bustling Viaduct Harbour, home to upscale restaurants, or take a short ferry trip to Waiheke Island for renowned wine tastings, olive groves, and beautiful beaches. The city offers excellent shopping and a fascinating insight into both European and Māori culture, making it a perfect urban contrast to the surrounding natural beauty.

• Raiatea, Society Islands (Tendered)
  As the “Sacred Island” of French Polynesia, Raiatea is considered the cultural heart of Tahiti and the traditional starting point for the migration to Hawaii. The main town, Uturoa, is a charming hub, but the true treasure lies in its navigable Faaroa River and the surrounding lagoons, which are ideal for kayaking or boat excursions. Snorkel in the vibrant coral gardens near Taha’a—a neighboring island sharing the same lagoon—where you can spot diverse marine life and explore the “Coral Garden of Motu Tautau”. It is a tranquil, authentic Polynesian experience, offering opportunities to visit local pearl farms or take a scenic hike.

• Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands
  As the capital of French Polynesia, Papeete is a vibrant blend of French sophistication and laid-back Tahitian charm. Walk along the waterfront to the bustling Papeete Market (Le Marché) to browse local handicrafts, vanilla, and colorful pareos (sarongs). The city comes alive at night at the “Roulottes”—open-air food trucks offering delicious, fresh, and affordable meals. For a taste of the island’s natural beauty, drive along the coastal road to see stunning black-sand beaches, lush valleys, and the dramatic Teahupoo surf break.

• Moorea, Society Islands (Tendered)
  Moorea is often considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world, featuring dramatic volcanic peaks that drop sharply into an azure lagoon. This is the place for adventure, with popular shore excursions including snorkeling with stingrays and sharks in the shallow, turquoise waters, or taking a 4x4 safari to the heart of the crater, including a stop at the Belvedere Lookout for breathtaking views of Cook’s Bay and Opunohu Bay. Enjoy the relaxed, romantic atmosphere, and explore the lush, tropical scenery that inspired countless artists.

• Arrive: Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
  Your journey concludes on the vibrant island of Oahu, often referred to as “The Gathering Place.” Arrive in Honolulu, a stunning blend of urban luxury, historical significance, and natural beauty. Take a dip at the iconic Waikiki Beach, visit the historic Pearl Harbor National Memorial, or hike to the top of Diamond Head Crater for a panoramic view of the Honolulu skyline. This is the perfect end to a long, relaxing voyage, allowing for a few days to enjoy shopping, dining, and the warmth of the Aloha spirit.

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👍 Honolulu is the ultimate Pacific escape, blending vibrant urban energy with the tranquil “Aloha spirit”. Vacationers flock here to experience the legendary Waikiki Beach, where turquoise waters meet world-class surfing and sun-soaked relaxation. Beyond the shoreline, Honolulu offers an unparalleled mix of adventure and history—from hiking the panoramic Diamond Head volcanic crater to paying respects at the historic Pearl Harbor National Memorial.

It’s a destination where you can spend your morning exploring lush tropical landscapes and your evening enjoying high-end dining, colorful farmers markets, or a traditional luau. Whether seeking the adrenaline rush of snorkeling at Hanauma Bay or simply wanting to lounge under palm trees, this island playground caters to every pace. With warm, year-round weather and a unique fusion of Hawaiian and modern culture, Honolulu offers an unforgettable escape from the everyday.

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• Diamond Head Hike: Experience a moderate hike to the summit of this iconic volcanic crater for panoramic views of Honolulu and the Pacific.

• Pearl Harbor History: Honor history at the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor National Memorial, a deeply moving, must-visit site.

• Hanauma Bay Snorkeling: Swim in a stunning marine life conservation area, featuring crystal-clear waters teeming with colorful tropical fish.

• Ala Moana Shopping: Explore the world’s largest outdoor shopping mall, blending high-end luxury retailers with local Hawaiian boutiques.

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1. Port fees and taxes are significant costs that run 10-20% of your base fare.

2. Where are these fees in cruise pricing? They used to be separately priced. But they are now generally included in the quoted fare.

3. How do I see how much I’m actually paying for them. These charges are usually listed separately from the base cruise fare during the booking process. See an actual example above.

4. Are these inflated charges like automatic gratuity? No. They’re passthrough charges for the exact, mandatory costs charged by local governments and port authorities. They normally do not include any markup or profit.

5. What do the fees actually cover? Fees cover docking, pierage, and “head taxes” (e.g., $12.74 per guest at PortMiami) that pay for local police, security, and facility improvements.

6. What are typical port fees and taxes per trip? It depends on where you’re sailing, the number of ports, and the charges from those ports. They usually range from $100-$200 per passenger for a 7 day Caribbean cruise. Total fees for Alaskan and some European cruises can be as high as $350 per person.

7. Are port fees charged for the cruise lines’ own private ports? Of course. This includes:

   1. Perfect Day at CocoCay (Bahamas): Owned by Royal Caribbean, featuring a waterpark, massive pools, and beaches.

   2. Half Moon Cay (Bahamas): Owned by Carnival Corporation (used by Carnival and Holland America).

   3. Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve (Bahamas): An eco-focused island owned by MSC Cruises.

   4. Castaway Cay (Bahamas): Disney Cruise Line’s private island.

   5. Labadee (Haiti): A private destination on the northern coast of Haiti owned by Royal Caribbean.

   6. Great Stirrup Cay (Bahamas): Norwegian Cruise Line’s private island.

   7. Harvest Caye (Belize): Norwegian Cruise Line’s resort-style port in Belize.

   8. Princess Cays (Bahamas): Owned by Princess Cruises.

   9. Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point (Bahamas): Disney Cruise Line’s second private destination.

   10. Celebration Key (Bahamas): A new Carnival Cruise Line destination on Grand Bahama (opened 2025).

   11. Beach Club at Bimini (Bahamas): Used by Virgin Voyages.

13 TIPS

AI in the travel industry stands for All-Inclusive. But sometimes it’s just as mysterious as the Artificial Intelligence on the Internet.

1. Cruises are generally NOT all-inclusive. Click the link to read the AI Cruise Edition.

2. Know your cost options. There are a continuum of accommodation packages from a la carte to all-inclusive. The typical hotel room, Airbnb, or condo is mostly a la carte. Your accommodations include lodging and Internet. Everything else is charged separately. Cruises include some costs. True all-inclusive vacations bundle most hotel-related expenses like meals, drinks, and tips in the AI price.

3. Budget accordingly. Create a budget for all your expected vacation expenses and whether or not they’re included with the room. This ensures you can properly compare vacation types and don’t have financial surprises during your trip.

4. All-Inclusive is convenient. One fixed price covers almost all your resort-related services once you step foot on the property. It makes budgeting simple. Your only other expenses are your flights, airport transfers, and your petsitter if your daughter can’t take the dogs. Bring extra cash for additional tips and a credit card for discretionary gifts. And that’s it.

5. All-inclusive is expensive. AI resorts charge $50-$200 per person per day extra for AI. Let’s use the following example - a beach resort hotel room is $200 per night. The incremental AI cost is $100pp. So the $200 room costs $400 as an AI, double the room cost.

6. All-inclusive typically is a good deal, even if expensive. Take our resort example. Typical a la carte resort meal costs, including beverage, are $20pp for breakfast, $25pp for lunch, and $50pp for dinner, including tax and tip, for a total of $100pp. Add 4 drinks @ $12 each at the beach or meals. Total rounded a la carte meals and drinks are $150pp, much higher than the AI cost.

7. All-inclusive can be an excellent value. 4* AI resorts are priced as low as $300/night, comparable to the hotel room alone in many cities. The affordable pricing is a key factor in their popularity.

8. When to AI. Consider AI vacations if you:

   1. Seek vacation and budgeting simplicity.

   2. Are a medium to heavy drinker.

   3. Will stay on property most or all of your trip.

   4. Typically eat out on vacation.

   5. Enjoy 3 meals per day and quality dining. Most AI resorts feature excellent food.

9. When not to AI. Just get the resort room and make your own meals or buy a la carte if you:

   1. Are fine with tracking many expenses through your credit card.

   2. Will be actively sightseeing, dining, and clubbing away from the resort.

   3. Are not a drinker.

   4. Prefer to shop and cook for yourself at a resort kitchenette or apartment

   5. Have simple or fewer meals.

10. Where to AI. Mid-market to luxury resorts, often at the beach, are the place to go for all-inclusive packages. Resort prices range from $250-$1,000+ per night.

11. All-Inclusives cover most property features. AI fees generally include lodging, unlimited meals (buffets and some à la carte), cafe food, alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks, pools and jacuzzis, on-site activities (non-motorized water, fitness centers, some fitness classes), Internet/wifi, entertainment, taxes, and tips/gratuities.

12. Be a mensch and still tip. Travel is still a person-to-person service business. Even though tips are included, it’s customary (at least for Americans) to additionally tip a modest amount to your direct service staff - housekeepers and servers. It helps ensure they give you the best service, look for you to get your drink order, and reward them if they go out of their way for you. Plus most international resort and cruise staff don’t earn much income. So a few dollars means a lot.

13. Special and premium services and facilities aren’t included in AI fees. This may include certain specialty restaurants, romantic private dinners, top-shelf alcohol, wine bottles, cabanas, spa and wellness treatments (massages, salon services), off-site excursions and tours, golf fees, motorized sports (jet skis, boat rentals), and childcare.

14. Double-check resort pricing. Some all-inclusive resorts offer both room-only and all-inclusive rates. But this choice may not be on your booking site or the info can be hard to find. Verify your booking with the resort to avoid problems.

If you’re a regular cruiser you’ve likely salivated at the dream of chucking it all and spending a year on the high seas, sailing to wondrous cities and countries across the globe. What about 3 years?

Miray Cruises from Turkey announced Life at Sea as the longest cruise ever - 1,095 days. The itinerary featured 382 ports in 140 countries. Prices ranged from $90,000 for an inside cabin to $975,000 for a suite, just $82/day for a couple. The $2,500 monthly price was less than that of most apartments in major cities.

The cruise was mostly all-inclusive with meals, soft drinks, tea, and coffee, a drink with dinner, housekeeping and gratuities, Starlink Internet, gym, laundry, entertainment and enrichment programs, and business center. It was perfect for digital nomads who wanted to travel the entire world.

Life at Sea started taking reservations in March 2023. Within a month more than half of the ship’s 400 cabins were under contract with deposits. Joe and Kara Youssef from Ohio in the United States signed on. They sold their apartments and belongings and emptied their savings accounts to make $80,000 in payments.

Giiligan’s three hour Hawaiian tour on the SS Minow met with disaster. So did Life at Sea.

There was just one problem. The cruise owners didn’t have a ship.

Their initial 400 cabin, 1,074 passenger ship wasn’t up to cruising the oceans. They tried to make alternate arrangements but were unsuccessful. The sailing was postponed in November 2023, two weeks before its scheduled departure from Istanbul. It was canceled the next month.

The Youssefs were left stranded in Turkey, trying to get their money back. They said “We sold everything we have to make this dream happen. We feel completely defeated.”

As of January 2024 only negligible refunds had been made to a few cruisers. The cruise principals were individually working on their own future three year cruises.

The Life at Sea website is still up with its broken promises. Read 3-Year Cruise. How It All Unraveled in the New York Times for more detail on this aborted adventure. We cannot find a more recent update on the Youssefs and cruise refunds at the time of this writing in March 2026.

New cruisers are hooked on cruise life. They see the sexy cruise line and YouTube videos and photos. Everybody is having fun on board, whether you seek relaxation in the sun, the experience of new ports, the enrichment of traveling the world, an ongoing party, meeting new friends, or the entire at sea experience.

Convenient domestic departure ports are a quick hop or even drive away without the need for long flights to other countries or even continents. Ships are large enough to offer plenty of entertainment options from water rides and games on top to comedy shows, discos, musical groups, and Broadway shows in the ship. Best of all, the price is affordable.

What’s not to love? Perhaps it’s the surprise in the total cruise bill. Unfortunately those bargain rates don’t tell the full story. You’re paying for your cabin and food, but far from everything on the sailing. That cheap fare is closer to just being an entrance fee than your all-in cost.

7 TIPS

Why your total cruise bill is far more than your cabin

1. Follow the money. The cruise industry spends over $2 billion on commercials, online advertising, and subscriber and member mailings. Their job is to hook you, not provide total disclosure.

2. Your cruise is not all-inclusive. Many all-inclusive resort expenses like beverages, drinks, and tips aren’t included.

3. The cruise lines automatically charge you for gratuities that are significantly more than just dining and housekeeper tips. They include ship crew expenses and compensation that other travel companies and restaurants consider regular corporate costs and pay themselves and/or include in the basic rate.

4. It’s how the industry operates for the mass market. They market a high-quality vacation at an affordable price. There is a powerful incentive to keep the advertised price as low as possible to be competitive in the travel market. It doesn’t pay for a cruise line to be different. Virgin Voyages tried. They initially offered an all-inclusive price. But they later unbundled drinks and tips to be more competitive with mainstream cruise lines.

5. 👉 Here’s what you can do so there are no surprises — Be a smart consumer and do your research. A cruise is a large expense. You wouldn’t buy the first car you see, would you? Make sure the cruise you’re looking at offers the type of cruising and ship features that are best for you. More consumer tips follow.

6. 👉 Look past the pretty advertising. Get the real scoop from the experience of people who have cruised in your life and online. Check out recent cruise line and ship ratings.

7. 👉 Create a budget. Your cabin fare is just one line item in your list of expenses that you can expect to pay.

An example

Your total cruise costs may be far higher from your initial purchase when you select a cabin. Here is a real example. I was on a 13 day Carnival cruise in early 2026. I paid $1,468 for 2 people (includes Vacation Steal’s discount, which was 9%) for an oceanview cabin. Here are key expenses that are cruise add-ons, which would be covered at an all-inclusive resort.

• The drink package alone ($70 pp/day + 18% gratuity) is $2,148, almost one and a half times as much as the cabin.

• Internet for 2 ($32 pp/day) comes to $832.

• The automatic gratuity ($16 pp/day) is $416.

• The total add-ons for gratuities and if you and your partner drink and need Internet are $3,396, over TWO TIMES your cabin. This doesn’t even include excursions or casino gambling.

What started as a $1,468 cruise actually costs $4,864.

Make sure you have a lot of room on the credit card you used for your onboard bill!

The cruise lines play marketing games that you need to be aware of.

• They make it hard to compare pricing. When shopping for your cruise - and the month before you sail after you’ve bought one, you’ll be inundated with lots of perks - free or discounted upgrade, drinks, excursions, onboard credit (OBC), and more.

• They disguise your full cost in advertised prices

• They bill passengers for crew member compensation and services the lines should be paying

• Some nickel and dime you for access that used to be free, such as charging for room service, a second entree, and some entertainment and rides.

Meanwhile they’re paying huge bucks to their CEOs. Mainstream cruise line CEOs receive $10-20 million in annual compensation. It’s not a good look when they’re extremely generous to their executives while stiffing customers. Here are the details.

• Royal Caribbean Group (RCL): CEO Jason Liberty’s compensation was $10.7

  million in 2022, $17.2 million in 2023, and $19.5 million in 2024.

• Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH): Incoming CEO John Chidsey has a $1.7 million annual base salary, plus a $2.9 million bonus for 2026 and equity awards totaling $48 million over four years. Outgoing CEO Frank Del Rio made $8.7 million in 2022.

• Carnival Corporation (CCL): Past CEO compensation packages were typically valued over $13 million.

This is a real experience I had in 2024.

I saw the deal on Facebook – $199 for a 5 day 4 night Cancun vacation at the Garza Blanca Cancun. It’s a new gorgeous all-inclusive 5* resort selling apartments. What’s the catch? It required a tour. Still sounds like a true Vacation Steal.

It went downhill from there.

The total amount I actually paid for the vacation was about $900, including reservation, booking, and hotel fees and taxes. No longer amazing at $200+ per night for 2. No longer amazing but still a Vacation Steal.

The marketing company couldn’t book me at the resort. They had a list of hotels they could offer. The 4.5* hotel in the marketing ad wasn’t available. That’s a good thing as their reviews were atrocious. The only hotel they offered that received consistently good reviews was a small 3.5* resort that I could have booked directly for a few hundred dollars more. OK, so not a steal. Let’s call it a nice deal.

At this point though I was “in”. I had already paid a deposit and spent a few hours researching everything online and talking to the tour marketer. So I took that hotel. At least it was all-inclusive with good food, unlimited drinks, and two pools, we were on the beach, and extra bonus, it was next to a clothing-optional resort.

The day of the tour:

• A little detail - our hotel was a half hour away from the 5* property where the tour would be given. A greeter met us with a taxi.

• First visit and wait was check-in.

• We met our sales rep who took us to breakfast. The star of the meal was a bacon tower. (cue haunting music) A freaking tower. I should have known. The fried, sizzling, artery-clogging bacon tower was the perfect symbol for gluttony and my descent into the nether resort sales world.

• Next was the tour of a few apartments and rooftop pool with inifinity pool looking out to the ocean and Isla Mujeres, truly spectacular. It would have been nice to stay there.

• Then over to another building and the open sales room. Thankfully they served drinks. The obligatory bell was rung occasionally for (supposedly) closed sales.

• There was the sales video … meeting with the sales rep. … meeting with his manager … drop-in from the sales VP, with waits between them all. Every time, a better deal ... that I could only buy today. I considered and declined all.

• We were taken to the transportation booker in a different building. He gave me the 4th sales pitch of the visit for a minideal to return next year. I think they were going to put me up in a tent in the jungle.

• Finally we taxied back to our hotel.

The sales tour was supposed to take 2 hours. Our ordeal lasted 6 hours. The experience pretty much wasted the day and stole a part of our souls.

You have to ask yourself - Is all that worth it to save a few hundred dollars?

9 TIPS

1. Cruise fare history is valuable when planning a trip. Stateroom pricing is dynamic, based on availability (demand), season, promotions, final payment date, and the departure date. Price patterns of similar sailings for that cruise line, ship, and itinerary aren’t a guarantee of future price patterns. But it’s a strong indicator to help you determine when to book.

2. Use CruisePlum to track fares of upcoming sailings. The chart above is for the Norwegian Spirit departing Tahiti May 15th and arriving Honolulu May 27th. The chat shows fares from when the cruise was listed in September 2024, almost 2 years before departure, to March 21st, 8 weeks before departure. The observations below show how to use the chart in your planning.

3. Don’t use CruisePlum for the best price. It’s fine to normalize fares when comparing cruises. To book use Vacation Steal where the wholesale price is 5-15% off public sites, including those shown by CruisePlum. This cruise was a featured Vacation Steal Live Steal. Buy a balcony stateroom now for just $2,970 for 2, 9% off retail.

4. Find a similar cruise (line, duration, departure port) for your analysis that leaves as soon as possible for the longest price tracking. Cruise lines increase discounts until sold out up to departure.

5. Booking early when the cruise is first listed often provides only a slightly lower price than a later booking. In our example the fares are mostly flat and rise less than 10% the first 14 months.

6. Fare typically and regularly drop after the final payment date - 3 or 4 months before sailing. In the cruise above, the fare reductions start a month early on Dec 8, over 5 months before departure. This early drop may be due to a holiday promotion. The final payment for most Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) sailings is due 4 months prior to the departure date. That applies to standard staterooms, suites, and The Haven, for both regular and holiday sailings.

7. Sometimes stateroom class pricing can be the same or even reversed. In our example there are a few late dates where Oceanview and Inside rooms are virtually the same.

8. It can be worth waiting for price reductions. The biggest drop on this cruise is over 61% for Balcony staterooms.

9. Watch out for sold out classes. The suites appear to have sold out Feb 26th, though one or few opened a week later.

10. When to purchase is a balancing act. You’ll need to weigh waiting for more discounts against cabin class availability. In our example, suites were unavailable for a week. Then fares flattened on March 8th. These are key buying signals.

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Cruiser Profile

We are an early 60s athletic couple who dance and enjoy music and shows, but don’t drink, don’t gamble, and generally don’t participate in organized activities like theme nights and game shows. We cruise to relax together and get our fun from the gym, sun, and dancing.

The ratings categories show what’s important to us. Your mileage may be different.

Cruise Profile

Ship: Carnival Conquest, first sailed 2002. 2,980 passengers. Learn About the ship at bottom.

Sailing: 13 days in January out of Miami with 5 port stops - St. Thomas, Aruba, Bonaire, St. Lucia, Barbados. This was a specialty cruise due to a drydock schedule change under the SEA adults-only program. The sailing was not available via retail. It was marketed directly to Carnival casino and VIFP loyalty members, and quickly sold out.

Interesting fact: about 500 parties (30% of passengers) were on back-to-back cruises with the same ship. There was a 12 day cruise immediately prior to ours. So that’s almost a month at sea for them!

Review

3.89 Average rating. Carnival put the emphasis on price and food. That worked for us and helped make up for the shortcomings below. We had an excellent cruise and recommend the long SEA cruises if they fit with your lifestyle (and you don’t bring the kids!)

Ratings - 1 to 5 (high)

5 Intangible - An adults-only long cruise is the way to go. It was relaxing, generally not busy, and mostly quiet, not like short sailings.

7 Value - The price was amazing (which was why it got extra points) - under $1,500 for the 13 day cruise oceanfront cabin. It worked out to $122 per day … for two. This includes the Vacation Steal wholesale discount, which saved another 9%. We essentially got a two week cruise for the price of just one. We had no unexpected expenses. There were few a la carte prices.

3 Ship/service/programs - The ship was adequate. The Conquest is an older ship in excellent shape, only a bit dated, without the frills and attractions of larger and megaships. We didn’t notice any obvious maintenance issues. It was easy to get around (except for Deck 3 where you can’t go from front to back of the ship). We saw little evidence of its age. The 7 deck high atrium was cool. The service was generally excellent with happy and helpful employees. We rarely had to wait for elevators. There were a decent number of activities. But we found few compelling and mostly weren’t interested in or didn’t have time for them. The onboard wifi was excellent, though pricy.

4 Room - Our 220 sq ft oceanview room was very good. It was nicely furnished, looked bright, and in excellent shape. There was sufficient room to easily walk around, plenty of storage, and a nice sitting area. Our primary complaint is the common practice of combining 2 twins to form a king bed, which creates a depression in the middle. The bathroom flooded a couple times.

5 Food - The SEA program boasted an elevated menu. This sailing did not disappoint. Lobster was on the main dining room menu almost every night. Many dishes, even at the buffet, were world-class. The buffet ranged from inspired to acceptable.

4 Gym - Very good selection of newer machines. Decent free weights and workout area. Enough treadmills and bikes. Better than many resorts. I typically didn’t have to wait for equipment. There were a few fitness classes and they all had a fee.

3 Dancing. “Showtime!” - the crew dancing during dinner to fun tunes was great fun, especially if you get up and join them like we did. The disco was fair. The space was fine but the music was hit or miss. We’re there to groove to music we know, not be impressed by the DJ’s catalog. There are literally a thousand hit and well-known dance tunes to choose from over the past 50 years. Why would you play a lot of B-sides or unknown groups?

2 Jacuzzis/Pools. There are 2 main swimming pools and 5 jacuzzis, not enough for a ship that size. Availability was hit or miss, though we always were able to find a deck lounge in the sun or the shade. It would have been much worse with children. Fortunately many people didn’t find our secret place - the hot tubs in the adults-only Serenity section on Deck 14 forward at the top of the ship. The jacuzzi water temp there was good.

2 Entertainment. Includes shows inside and sports outside. Entertainment was a disappointment. The cabaret shows and music on stage and the atrium were uneven. A few good acts, many so-so. No big or Broadway productions. Topside the water park and rides consisted of just one slide, which was good. There were some outdoor sports (pickleball, basketball, ping pong, shuffleboard, jogging track).

Would we return?

Absolutely.

What is Carnival Cruise SEA?

Carnival Cruise Line’s SEA (Sailings Exclusively for Adults) program offers 21+ adults-only voyages featuring enhanced casinos, specialized entertainment, and 5-star dining, debuting on select 2025-2026 itineraries. These, often invitation-only, sailings include themed parties, extended casino hours, and targeted perks for gamblers, running on ships like Carnival Dream, Glory, and Conquest.

About the Carnival Conquest

From Cruise Critic

Rating: 4.0 / 5.0

When it was launched in 2002, Carnival Conquest was the largest ship in the Carnival fleet – a stretched version of the Destiny-class that now includes Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Sunrise, and Carnival Radiance.

Since then, the ship has undergone a number of refurbishments and refreshes that have left if in excellent condition, even if the décor onboard is decidedly “Old School Carnival” – and we’re OK with that. Then-lead designer Joe Farcus crafted Carnival Conquest’s interiors to be a feast for the senses, and they certainly are that, from the upscale confines of Alfred’s Bar to the absolutely retina-shattering décor in the Blues Piano Bar (which does look better at night).

Carnival Conquest was scheduled for a refresh after this cruise. Prior to that, it most recently refreshed in 2022, expanding the Tahiti Casino and adding Carnival’s new Adventure Store on Deck 5 (where Pixels Photo Gallery used to be), along with a new Dreams Photo Studio on Deck 3 (where the Art Gallery used to be).

Additionally, soft furnishings throughout the ship and cabins were replaced: our spring 2024 voyage featured brand-new carpeting, shower curtains and blackout drapes in our balcony cabin, plus new bedside lighting with much-appreciated USB power outlets – a must on these ships, which have always been notoriously short on in-cabin power.

The result is a ship that feels new and modern – even if some minor wear and tear is apparent around the vessel, crewmembers are always hard at work replacing decking, repainting, and cleaning 24 hours a day.

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