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Graphite cutaway illustration comparing interior, ocean view, balcony, and suite cabins on Legend of the Seas

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

Alexander Sotropa

Which cabins on Legend of the Seas to book and which to avoid, including the new Family Ocean View Balcony, plus a deck-by-deck guide for your sailing.

Illustration of the grand multi-deck promenade and atrium aboard Legend of the Seas

What to Expect on Legend of the Seas

Alexander Sotropa

What to expect on Legend of the Seas: the crowds, eight neighborhoods, the Royal Railway and Hollywoodland dining, big shows, and the largest waterpark at sea.

Illustration split between children on a carousel and an adult relaxing in an adults-only infinity pool on Star of the Seas

Star of the Seas: The Orlando Family Cruise Guide

Alexander Sotropa

An Orlando family cruise guide to Star of the Seas: pairing the cruise with the theme parks, the best family cabins, kids' clubs by age, and grown-up escapes.

Illustration of guests walking up the gangway to board Star of the Seas on embarkation day

First-Time Cruise on Star of the Seas: A Guide

Alexander Sotropa

A first-time cruiser's guide to Star of the Seas: booking, the Orlando arrival, check-in, embarkation day, your first hours aboard, and mistakes to avoid.

Illustration of a Caribbean port seen from Star of the Seas, with a gangway down to a palm-lined quay

Star of the Seas Ports and Best Shore Excursions

Alexander Sotropa

Star of the Seas ports and shore excursions: what to do in San Juan, St. Maarten, Costa Maya, Roatan, Cozumel, and Perfect Day at CocoCay, plus tips.

Illustration of a seasoned cruiser sharing advice with a guest beside a large deck map on Star of the Seas

Star of the Seas Tips: 22 Insider Secrets

Alexander Sotropa

Insider Star of the Seas tips: what to book early, beating the lines, dining and packing tricks, the Orlando factor, and the mistakes first-timers make.

Graphite cutaway illustration comparing interior, ocean view, balcony, and suite cabins on Star of the Seas beside a deck plan

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

Alexander Sotropa

Which cabins on Star of the Seas are worth booking, and which to avoid for noise, motion, and blocked views. A deck-by-deck guide for your sailing.

Illustration of the grand multi-deck promenade and atrium aboard Star of the Seas with tiny guests below

What to Expect on Star of the Seas

Alexander Sotropa

What to expect on Star of the Seas: the crowds, eight neighborhoods, 20+ places to eat, Back to the Future the Musical, the largest waterpark at sea, and more.

Graphite illustration of a Caribbean port seen from Icon of the Seas, with a gangway down to a palm-lined quay

Icon of the Seas Ports and Best Shore Excursions

Alexander Sotropa

Icon of the Seas ports and shore excursions for 2026: what to do in St. Thomas, San Juan, Costa Maya, Roatan, Cozumel, and Perfect Day at CocoCay, plus tips.

Graphite illustration of a seasoned cruiser sharing advice with a guest beside a large deck map on Icon of the Seas

Icon of the Seas Tips: 20 Insider Secrets for 2026

Alexander Sotropa

Insider Icon of the Seas tips for 2026: what to book early, how to beat the lines, dining and packing tricks, money-savers, and the mistakes first-timers make.