How Fast Do Cruise Ships Go?
Cruise ships don’t travel as fast as you might think! How fast do cruise ships go? The average large cruise ship speed is 18 to 22 knots (20-25 mph/33-41 kph). …
Cruise history
29 Weird Cruise Ship Superstitions Cruisers Should Know
It’s well-known that sailors have long been a superstitious bunch. Whether or not you believe in maritime lore about what can impact the luck of your sailing, here are 29 …
The Story of the First Cruise Ship: SS Prinzessin Victoria Luise
Ocean liners have been carrying passengers across the sea since the 1840s. But the first cruise ship built for pleasure cruising wasn’t launched until the turn of the 20th century. …
Haunted Cruise Ships: RMS Queen Mary
Considered the most haunted cruise ship in the world, the RMS Queen Mary is reportedly home to over 150 ghosts. During her decades of service both as an ocean liner …
Why Do Most US Cruises Have to Stop in a Foreign Port?
Have you ever wanted to take a cruise that only visits ports in the United States? Unless you’re traveling with a small-ship cruise line, you’re likely out of luck. A …
