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Planning / Booking A Cruise

Ready to set sail? These cruise booking and planning tips will guide you.

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What Deck Is Best on a Cruise Ship?

A cruise ship is like a small, deluxe, floating city, and like any city, there are different neighborhoods to suit different tastes. Most cruise lines allow…

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The Essential Guide to Cruising with Kids

With so many different itineraries—the Mediterranean, Europe, Scandinavia, Alaska, the Caribbean—cruising with kids gives them a world of wonders to…

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How to Plan a Cruise for a Large Family

Learn how to plan unforgettable cruises for large families with this guide. Make memories you'll treasure forever while surrounded by luxury at sea.

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13 Sustainable Shore Excursions to Add to Your Bucket List

Discover the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders while on a Celebrity cruise by booking a sustainable shore excursion.

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How to Plan an Amazing Family Reunion Cruise

Whether you’re planning a huge reunion with the extended family or a smaller gathering, here's a step-by-step guide to planning a family reunion cruise.

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Port Vs. Starboard: What Side of the Ship Is Best?

Here are helpful tips for choosing which side of the ship will suit you best.

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11 Expert Cruise Planning Tips

This list of expert cruise planning tips will help ensure that you leave your worries back on land when it comes time to pull out of port.

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What’s the Best Way to Book a Cruise?

Discover the best way to book a cruise with this helpful guide.

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When’s the Best Time to Go on a Cruise?

From balmy summers in the Mediterranean to winter escapes in the Southern Hemisphere, these are the best times to take a cruise all around the world.

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How to Plan a Cruise

Even if you’re a first-time cruiser, planning a cruise is pretty easy. Discover how to plan a cruise with this step-by-step guide.

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Find Out if You Need a Passport to Go on a Cruise

Do you need a passport for a cruise? Find out what documents you need to travel with depending on your cruise destination.

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How to Get Last Minute Cruise Deals

Here are a few tips on how to find the best last-minute cruise deals for your upcoming vacation.

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When Is the Best Time to Book a Cruise?

Find out the best time to book a cruise before your next vacation.

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How to Sail Around the World on a Luxury Cruise

Achieve the special travel milestone of sailing to all seven continents on a luxury cruise around the world.

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What Is Wave Season?

Wave season can make your cruise travel dreams come true while offering you big savings on both your cruise booking and your onboard experience.

Cruise booking tips & planning advice for your next vacation

The ease and simplicity of life on a cruise ship are unbeatable. Eat dinner at a different world-class restaurant every night. Pamper yourself at the luxurious onboard spa or make new friends at the poolside bar. There’s nothing to clean up after, no busy schedules to keep track of, and no rush to life’s next big activity. 

When you’re planning your cruise, you’ll want to think about things like staterooms and suite classes. What kind of amenities and perks matter most to you? You might decide an Infinite Veranda is a must, whereas your friend may want a room close to the spa for easy access to the onboard gym. 

Cruise planning with Celebrity is totally customizable from start to finish. Get cruise planning tips and helpful info every step of the way. Ready to get started?