Cruise Guides

Cutaway illustration comparing interior, ocean view, balcony, and suite cabins on Independence of the Seas

Best Cabins on Independence of the Seas (and to Avoid)

Alexander Sotropa

Which cabins on Independence of the Seas to book and which to avoid, including value interiors and Promenade-view rooms, with a full deck-by-deck guide.

Illustration of Perfect Day at CocoCay beaches and waterslides from Independence of the Seas

Independence of the Seas: Bahamas Cruise from Florida

Alexander Sotropa

A guide to Independence of the Seas' short Bahamas cruises from Florida: Perfect Day at CocoCay, Nassau, sailing from Fort Lauderdale, and planning port days.

Illustration of the four-deck Royal Promenade aboard Independence of the Seas

What to Expect on Independence of the Seas

Alexander Sotropa

What to expect on Independence of the Seas: the FlowRider, the Sky Pad, laser tag, the Perfect Storm slides, the Royal Promenade, the ice rink, and dining.

Illustration of Independence of the Seas at the pier with travelers looking up at the ship

Independence of the Seas Cruise Guide: What to Know

Alexander Sotropa

A complete guide to Independence of the Seas, the amplified Freedom-Class ship sailing short Bahamas and Caribbean getaways from Florida to Labadee.

Illustration of the Tidal Wave boomerang slide rising above Liberty of the Seas

Liberty of the Seas: Tidal Wave and Amplified Fun

Alexander Sotropa

A guide to Liberty of the Seas' amplified thrills: the Tidal Wave boomerang slide, the Perfect Storm, the FlowRider, the ice rink, and what to book early.

Illustration of the medieval canals and belfry of Bruges, Belgium on a Liberty of the Seas cruise

Liberty of the Seas: Northern Europe Ports Guide

Alexander Sotropa

A Northern Europe ports guide for Liberty of the Seas: Bruges, Copenhagen, and the Norwegian Fjords, what to do in each port, and how to plan shore days.

Cutaway illustration comparing interior, ocean view, balcony, and suite cabins on Liberty of the Seas

Best Cabins on Liberty of the Seas (and Which to Avoid)

Alexander Sotropa

Which cabins on Liberty of the Seas to book and which to avoid, why a balcony pays off in the fjords, and a full deck-by-deck guide to every category.

Illustration of a seasoned cruiser sharing advice beside a deck map on Liberty of the Seas

Liberty of the Seas Tips: Southampton Secrets

Alexander Sotropa

Insider Liberty of the Seas tips for sailing from Southampton: what to book early, packing for cool fjord weather, currencies, and planning your port days.

Illustration of a Norwegian fjord with waterfalls and cliffs seen from Liberty of the Seas

Liberty of the Seas: Norwegian Fjords from Southampton

Alexander Sotropa

A guide to Liberty of the Seas' Norwegian Fjords cruise from Southampton: Stavanger, Haugesund, Olden, Skjolden, scenic fjord days, and planning each port.

Illustration of the four-deck Royal Promenade aboard Liberty of the Seas

What to Expect on Liberty of the Seas

Alexander Sotropa

What to expect on Liberty of the Seas: the FlowRider, the Tidal Wave boomerang slide, the Royal Promenade, the ice rink, and her amplified pool deck and dining.