Cruising
July 2025
Jul 22, 2025Explore the World’s Largest Cruise Ports
The cruise industry has been on a rip-roaring recovery from a significant slump during the COVID-19 pandemic and is forecast to record three straight years of record passenger numbers after achieving new highs in 2023. That means in 2025, an estimated 19 million Americans will take a cruise, a 4.5 percent increase compared to 2024 and 35 percent higher than pre-pandemic levels in 2019.
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Cruising
Jun 27, 2025When it Comes to Choosing a Cruise, Size Matters
In a literal sea of cruising possibilities, the answer to having the most enjoyable cruising experience isn’t necessarily about brand loyalty or even the destination, per se. The secret to selecting the perfect cruise all comes down to just one thing: size. A cruise ship’s size can tell you so much about what you’ll be getting yourself into, both on board and off. It determines which destinations are possible (such as visiting small villages or major ports). It gives clues into how many onboard activities will be available (Broadway spectaculars or local musicians). And it can even help determine the general age and demographic of who will be cruising with you (young families or bucket- listing empty nesters).