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Mailbag Monday: January 23, 2012 Edition

From time to time I like post answers to questions that I feel may help readers of the blog, I call it Mailbag Monday.  On this Mailbag Monday we talk about shore excursions, RCI dining and Bermuda cruises.  Hopefully, these questions will help not only the person who asked it but also others who may [...]


11 Posts From 2011 That Helped You Become a Better Cruiser

As we bring to a close 2011, it’s important to look back at the current year before we start looking ahead to the New Year.  Here is a list of 11 posts from 2011 provide useful information to both new and experienced cruisers. Those of you who are regular readers of theintelligentcruiser.com may have read [...]


Mailbag Monday: November 21, 2011 Edition

I only have one question this week for Mailbag Monday.  Today, I have a question from someone trying to make plans for what to do while in port.  This reader is worried about the chances of “missing the boat” while on a shore excursion. Do you get enough time to really enjoy the each port [...]