Cruise Tips

Welcome to the site for general cruise info...here you'll find useful cruise tips and much more in a clean, simple layout. Explore our original articles on everything from cruise cabins to popular ports...all geared around you, the new cruiser! Also, be sure that you check out the Cruise Reviews page, where new cruisers can give feedback following their cruise.

The links to the left are packed with cruise tips and information on pretty much all the different aspects of a cruise vacation. The pages are lined out in a start-to-finish format, carrying you through the process of reviewing different cruise ships, then buying cruise tickets, packing for the cruise, checking in at the cruise terminal, several pages covering what to expect while at sea, cruise tips for your days at port, and cruise tips for checking out at the terminal. We've tried to touch on at least a little of everything a new cruiser needs to know, from start to finish.

Don't want to forget those important items? We highly recommend that you print a copy of our free Cruise Packing List. It is an easy-to-follow, checkable list that covers the basic items you don't want to leave behind.

Don't miss our new Top Ten Cruise Tips page! Our entire site is sprinkled with cruise tips in various places, so don't miss anything that's here to offer. But if you're short of time, this new page is a great place to pick up the must-have cruise tips you don't want to leave home without knowing.

Got questions? Cruising is like no other vacation, so naturally those who are new to the game will have lots to ask about. We've shared some of the questions we receive through e-mail on our new Your Questions Answered page. You'll find e-mails answered on everything from what to wear, to when to book. And, of course, if you don't find the answer you're seeking there, drop us a line at kim@kimscruisetips.com. We answer each and every e-mail!

Traveling to Roatan, Honduras on your next cruise? Don't miss our review of this up and coming cruise destination, where we'll give you the scoop on what's available. At the top right of this page, you'll also find featured port reviews, with photos, on several other great cruise destinations.

Don't miss our Cruise Video section! There you'll find numerous videos, both from travel professionals and your fellow cruisers, that will clue you in as to what's available on cruise ships.

Want to catch a glimpse of what's going on in real-time from your favorite ship or port? Then follow the cruise ship webcams link to our Cruise Ship and Port Webcam Directory. This new page will continue to grow as we add more webcams, so check back often! And, if you're aware of a cruise ship or port webcam that should be added, please drop us a line to let us know!

Any vacation is always more enjoyable when things go smoothly -- and a little research and preparation goes a long way toward making that dream vacation happen. It is our hope that the cruise tips and information we've provided here will benefit you on your cruise vacation. And, don't forget to come back and post that cruise review when you return!