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Know the rules

There are so many places to boat around the world, each area with slightly different rules and requirements. If you’re planning on visiting a new area that you’ve never boated in before, take some time to learn the rules for that destination so that you’re safe and can get the most out of your trip,

Cruise ship season kicks off in Vancouver

The cruise ships and the crowds they bring to Vancouver are getting bigger, and you can thank (or blame) the newly expanded Panama Canal for that. Vancouver’s 2017 cruise season kicked off Tuesday with the arrival of the Star Princess at Canada Place cruise terminal. That ship’s up to 3,100 passengers are the first of … Read more

Tropical Island Prison

A sort of mini Alcatraz off the coast of Florida once held one of America’s most famous prisoners. Source: The Tropical Island Prison Older Than Alcatraz: Photos Something to see

The rise of coastal cruising

Cruises that hug the coasts of North America appeal to older, well-traveled passengers seeking a small-ship experience that doesn’t require distant travel, and new vessels and destinations are adding excitement to the market. Source: The rise of coastal cruising: Travel Weekly