I sailed on Margaritaville at Sea's newest ship. The 5-night cruise is a pretty great value, but I wouldn't go again.

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Margaritaville Islander at Cozumel
I cruised with Margaritaville at Sea's Islander this year.

Lauren Mack

I'm an introvert who hates crowds. Here's how I made my first cruise an enjoyable experience.

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Laurel poses near a mural of a cruise ship and a palm tree on a brick wall.
As an introvert, I was nervous about going on my first cruise.

Laurel Maxwell

Greece is in the middle of an anti-cruise rebellion, with locals complaining about over-tourism and trashed streets

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Tourists gather and take photos in the town of Oia in Santorini
A crowd gathers to take photos in Santorini.

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I've gone on cruises for as little as $60 a day. Here are my 6 secrets to finding last-minute travel deals.

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People riding horses on sands of Half Moon Cay with cruise ship in background
Half Moon Cay is just one of the many Caribbean ports I've visited.

Peggy Cleveland

I've taken over 30 cruises by myself. I was lonely for a few until I realized I'd cracked the code for the perfect getaway.

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Cruise ship in water
Many people go on solo cruises around the globe.

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Cruises are expensive but they're the best value. My family's cruise cost $3,500 cheaper than a similar trip on land.

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Photo collage of cruise ship with a money background.
With the recent higher demand for cruises has come higher prices.

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I've worked on cruises for nearly 10 years. Here are 7 things I'd never do a ship.

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people walking onto cruise ship
There are some thing cruise employees probably wouldn't do on a ship.

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My first cruise was a 7-day disappointment. Even worse, it left me feeling sick long after touching dry land.

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Author Brittany VanDerBill taking a selfie on a cruise next to her holding a drink in front of a rainy view
I feel no need to book another cruise anytime soon.

Brittany VanDerBill

I went on my first cruise with 3 generations of my family, and it was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life

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Adam England with his family while on a cruise.
Adam England went on his first cruise with his parents, sister, and grandmother.

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My family's been on over 30 cruises. I hate upcharges, but these 6 things are actually worth paying extra for.

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Cruise ship in water
As much as I love cruising, I enjoy the experiences in port even more.

Amanda Adler

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