Happy to share a collection of articles and news from the cruise industry. Enjoy! Will your cruise start/stop/end in Venice? Will your...

Antarctica cruises offer a unique and thrilling way to explore one of the most remote and pristine places on Earth, but, it is NOT for...

Shopping is an integral part of the cruise experience, both onboard and in the ports of call. In my previous post, I provided an overview...

Shopping is a BIG part of the cruise experience both onboard your cruise ship and in the ports of call that you visit. Get to know the...

So, last week, I spoke to an old client and friend about how it was to live and work on board a cruise ship for 30+ years (off and on). I...

The other day, I hosted the "Cruising Scandinavia" group Zoom call, as part of the newly launched "My Cruise Connoisseur" consulting...

As a former Onboard Future Cruise Sales Director, I booked 100's of Family and Group cruises, and one of the most common problems we...

Had a great consultation call yesterday with first-time cruisers who were seeking unbiased and unfiltered answers about which cruise line...

Cruising in the Mediterranean is a popular and enchanting experience, offering a rich blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes....

I've been cruising the world since 1992, and I've never experienced such a demand for World Cruises, which forced most cruise lines,...

Alaska is the destination that changed my life forever. In 1997, I celebrated my 5th year working on board and decided to go back home...

Yesterday, I had a private consulting session with a group of first-time cruisers, and we covered two cruise destinations and the ports...

One of the most frequently asked questions that I receive(d) as a (former onboard) cruise consultant is "what should I pack/wear"? When...

As a cruise consultant, I always suggest to my guests the importance of getting travel insurance, especially in recent years. With the...

Shalom, and welcome to My Cruise Connoisseur's Blog. My name is Ram, I LOVE cruising, and have been cruising most of the world since...