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Mailbag Monday: January 23, 2012 Edition

T.I. Cruiser — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:00:51 +0000

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

T.I. Cruiser — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:00:47 +0000

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

T.I. Cruiser — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 17:52:21 +0000

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 [...]

10 Things You Should Not Expect to Find on Your First Cruise

T.I. Cruiser — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:00:04 +0000

When booking your first cruise you have an idea of what to expect, but really you have no idea. If you have never been on a cruise ship the image you conjure up in your mind’s eye rarely matches reality. So here is a list of 10 things you should not expect to find on [...]

Cruise Ship Etiquette: Buffet Etiquette

T.I. Cruiser — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:00:52 +0000

When you think about it, cruise ships really are the most unique of vacation environments possible. No other vacation option confines you in a defined space with people whom you have absolutely no connection. Sure, when at a hotel or all-inclusive resort you are sharing space with strangers but with both of those options there [...]