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Should You Prepay Cruise Gratuities?

Should You Prepay Cruise Gratuities?

How to Budget for a Cruise Without Surprises

How to Budget for a Cruise Without Surprises

Cruise Booking Help That Actually Helps

Cruise Booking Help That Actually Helps

Can a Travel Agent Save Money on Cruises?

Can a Travel Agent Save Money on Cruises?

Cruise Itinerary Matching by Travel Style

Cruise Itinerary Matching by Travel Style

Best Cruises for Multigenerational Families

Best Cruises for Multigenerational Families

11 Best Questions to Ask a Cruise Agent

11 Best Questions to Ask a Cruise Agent

Is a Balcony Worth It on a Cruise?

Is a Balcony Worth It on a Cruise?

MSC vs Princess Cruise Line: Which Fits You?

MSC vs Princess Cruise Line: Which Fits You?

What Is Included in Cruise Fare?

What Is Included in Cruise Fare?

How to Pick a Cruise Cabin Category

How to Pick a Cruise Cabin Category

Cruise Planner for First Time Cruisers

Cruise Planner for First Time Cruisers

9 Best Caribbean Cruises for Families

9 Best Caribbean Cruises for Families

7 Best Alaska Cruise Itineraries

7 Best Alaska Cruise Itineraries

Princess vs Royal Caribbean for Alaska

Princess vs Royal Caribbean for Alaska

11 Cruise Booking Mistakes to Avoid

11 Cruise Booking Mistakes to Avoid

How to Choose the Right Caribbean Cruise

How to Choose the Right Caribbean Cruise

How to Pick the Right Family Cruise

How to Pick the Right Family Cruise

Alaska Cruises: What to Know Before You Book

Alaska Cruises: What to Know Before You Book

What a Cruise Agent Really Handles

What a Cruise Agent Really Handles

About The Author - Alex Waverly

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About Our Blog Author:

Alexandra "Alex" Waverly is a cruise travel expert, blogger, and vacation planner with over 15 years of experience reviewing and sailing the world's best cruise itineraries. Having completed 120+ cruises across the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska, and Norwegian fjords, Alex is one of the most well-traveled and trusted voices in the cruise travel industry.
As the author of this cruise tips and reviews blog, Alex has helped hundreds of thousands of travelers find the best cruise lines, cabin deals, and shore excursions — whether they're planning a luxury cruise vacation, a family cruise holiday, or a budget-friendly cruise getaway. She has sailed with Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Cunard, and Viking Ocean Cruises, offering firsthand, unbiased insights you won't find anywhere else.
Her expert guides cover everything from cruise packing tips and cruise ship reviews to best cruises for couples, solo cruising advice, and cruise port destination guides — making this blog your #1 resource for cruise travel planning.
Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Alex is always on the water — and always sharing what she finds.