Cruise Deals, Pricing & Value

Norwegian Cruise Line just launched their Black Friday sale TWO DAYS before Royal Caribbean and Celebrity. Here’s what they’re doing right – and what’s hidden in the fine print. 🔥 THE TRIPLE PLAY (All Live Now) 1. 50% Off All Cruises Real half-price base fares (not “up to” marketing BS) 2. New Free at Sea Unlimited drinks, specialty dining, WiFi, excursion credits – INCLUDED 3. CruiseNext TripleUp Stack THREE credits (was two) on Balcony+ bookings… Read more

Norwegian Cruise Line just killed MORE at Sea after barely a year. Starting November 5, 2025, it’s back to “Free at Sea” – but this isn’t your 2022 Free at Sea. Here’s the evolution: 🍹 BEVERAGE PACKAGE: The 5 Cap That Vanished (Then Came Back as Tier Exclusions) OLD Free at Sea (2022-2024): – 5 price cap – want that 7 cocktail? Pay difference + 20% gratuity – Premium brands limited – Daily gratuity: ~38.60/person for 7… Read more

📧 Newsletter Format: The Sunday Compass with persona-specific intro sections Ships in Motion Ships are on the move this month—and with them, opportunities that exist only during these brief windows of seasonal transition. Whether you’re drawn to fall foliage, repositioning adventures, or Mediterranean shoulder seasons, October reveals how Norwegian’s fleet movements create extraordinary experiences. This… Read more

Published October 5, 2025 Fall is here, and while everyone else is chasing sales, we’re chasing seasons. This week I’ve been exploring why the smartest guests plan now for 2026 — from New England’s foliage to Alaska’s glaciers, Europe’s shoulders, and even across-ocean repos. If you’ve been thinking about a milestone celebration, this is your… Read more

Every fall, I witness the same rush. Ads shouting “last chance,” inboxes flooded with deals, and guests scrambling to grab whatever stateroom is left. It feels more like coupon clipping than dream planning. But that’s not how cruising should work — especially not in fall, when the season itself is the reward. The Season Has… Read more

I sat with a client recently who opened her notebook and drew three columns. At the top of each: Alaska, Mediterranean, and Northern Europe. “We want a milestone celebration in 2026,” she said, “but we don’t know which direction to go.” That’s where most guests find themselves: too many good choices, too little time. Let… Read more

[Image suggestion: Dramatic fall foliage coastline view from ship deck – golden maples and brilliant red oaks cascading down to rocky New England coast with ship’s rail in foreground] There’s something magical about witnessing fall foliage unfold from the deck of a cruise ship that landlubbers simply cannot experience. 🍂✨ But here’s the reality check:… Read more

After three years of helping families book Alaska cruises, I’ve discovered a game-changing insight: there’s a “sweet spot” window that transforms planning from overwhelming stress to confident decision-making. 🌟 Watching dozens of families navigate Alaska planning revealed this sweet spot, which has become the cornerstone of how I assist first-time Alaska cruisers in avoiding the… Read more

There’s something truly magical about the moment you first glimpse Alaska from a cruise ship deck. 🌊 The glaciers stretching endlessly, the thrill of wildlife around every corner, and the sheer vastness of untouched wilderness all come together to create an unforgettable experience. But here’s what I’ve learned after three years of helping families turn… Read more

Norwegian Cruise Line just dropped a major announcement: 500+ brand-new cruises for 2027 are now open for booking — and yes, that includes some of the most sought-after itineraries in the industry. Whether you’re dreaming of glaciers in Alaska, sun-drenched ports in the Mexican Riviera, or that bucket-list spring repositioning cruise, the time to plan… Read more