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How to Choose a Cruise Itinerary That Fits You

How to Choose a Cruise Itinerary That Fits You

Best Cruise Deals by Month in 2026

Best Cruise Deals by Month in 2026

Where to Book Your Cruise Cabin (And Why)

Where to Book Your Cruise Cabin (And Why)

Royal Caribbean Travel Agent Perks: Worth It?

Royal Caribbean Travel Agent Perks: Worth It?

Why Cruise Fares Change Daily (And What to Do)

Why Cruise Fares Change Daily (And What to Do)

First-Time Cruiser Planning Checklist

First-Time Cruiser Planning Checklist

Best Cruise Cabins by Category

Best Cruise Cabins by Category

Cruise Advisor-Only Perks Worth Asking For

Cruise Advisor-Only Perks Worth Asking For

Is a Cruise Travel Agent Worth It?

Is a Cruise Travel Agent Worth It?

Travel Agent vs Booking Online: Which Is Cheaper & Better in 2026?

Travel Agent vs Booking Online: Which Is Cheaper & Better in 2026?

Choosing the Best Shore Excursions: Cruise Lines vs. Independent Operators

Choosing the Best Shore Excursions: Cruise Lines vs. Independent Operators

Why a Cruise is the Perfect Vacation

Why a Cruise is the Perfect Vacation

Best Cruise Deals Through a Travel Agent

Best Cruise Deals Through a Travel Agent

Can a Travel Agent Reprice a Cruise? What You Need to Know

Can a Travel Agent Reprice a Cruise? What You Need to Know

Already Found a Cruise You Like? Do This Next

Already Found a Cruise You Like? Do This Next

Best Cruise Pricing: What Actually Moves the Fare

Best Cruise Pricing: What Actually Moves the Fare

Need to Change Your Cruise Booking? Read This

Need to Change Your Cruise Booking? Read This

Cruise Planner Costs: What You’ll Really Pay

Cruise Planner Costs: What You’ll Really Pay

The Value of Cruising: Why Cruises Are One of the Best Vacation Deals

The Value of Cruising: Why Cruises Are One of the Best Vacation Deals

The Ultimate Guide to Cruise Vacations

The Ultimate Guide to Cruise Vacations

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.