short Caribbean cruise first timer guide

Illustration of guests boarding Independence of the Seas on embarkation day

First-Time Short Cruise: Independence of the Seas

Alexander Sotropa

A first-timer's guide to a short cruise on Independence of the Seas: booking, sailing from Florida, packing for 3 to 5 nights, embarkation, and what to avoid.

Illustration of guests boarding Freedom of the Seas on embarkation day

First-Time Short Cruise: Freedom of the Seas Guide

Alexander Sotropa

A first-timer's guide to a short cruise on Freedom of the Seas: booking, sailing from Miami, packing for 3 to 5 nights, embarkation, and mistakes to avoid.