What is the most affordable time to take a cruise?
The most affordable cruise times are non-holidays and during school session. However, with so many new ships and cabins to fill, there are excellent values to all destinations available year-round, including summers and holidays. What should I pack? Pack like you would for any resort. Cruise vacations are casual by day, whether you’re on the ship or ashore. In the evening, ships vary as to dress. As on shore, attire is dictated by occasion. For the Captain’s Gala, for example, you’ll probably want to wear something more formal, such as a dark suit, or cocktail dress; perhaps even a dinner jacket or gown. On some cruises, formal dinners or parties are part of the fun. But don’t buy a tuxedo just for the trip. If you do want to dress to the nines, many ships offer tuxedo rental services. Even on the most formal of ships, a dark suit and tie are fine for the dressiest occasions. Most ships have 110-volt outlets in the staterooms so you should be able to use your hair dryer and shaver. How
