cruise ship comparison

I've sailed both of Carnival's Excel-class giants multiple times, and the question I get asked most is simple: which one should you book? After spending weeks aboard both Carnival Celebration and Mardi Gras in 2026, I can tell you the answer isn't as straightforward as you'd think. These sister...

The cruise industry has entered a new era of floating cities, and two ships currently dominate the conversation about sheer size and spectacle. Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas and Wonder of the Seas represent the pinnacle of cruise engineering, but which one deserves your hard-earned vacation...

After sailing on all three major Celebrity ship classes over the past decade, I can tell you that choosing the right Celebrity ship isn't just about destinations—it's about understanding how dramatically different these floating cities actually are. Whether you're deciding between the Celebrity...

After 40+ cruises across both Norwegian and Royal Caribbean, I get asked this question constantly: "Which cruise line should I pick for my first cruise?" The answer isn't simple because these two giants offer completely different experiences. Norwegian champions freedom and flexibility, while...