Sherri Eisenberg

The appeal of cruising is obvious. You unpack once and get to explore with ease — no trains, planes or rental cars to slow you down.

If you've never cruised before, getting started can be overwhelming: Which one do you book, and how? When should you book? What should you pack? What are the things a first-timer won't know that an experienced cruiser would? After more than 100 cruises, we’re sharing our hard-won wisdom in this list of the most common cruising misfires, along with advice for how you can avoid them.

Eating in New York City has never been more exciting — or more global — as chefs turn flavors from around the world into New York City classics.

October/November 2017

Print edition

Antoni Gaudí’s first residential work—Casa Vicens—is now open to the public, making it the perfect time to explore the famed architect’s lasting imprint on Barcelona.

BMW Magazine, Print

Here’s What Cruise Critic Members Have to Say about Royal Caribbean’s Ground-Breaking Ship

Read on for some of the most popular now-defunct services, programs, and amenities, guaranteed to make long-time cruisers either relive some fond memories or feel the sharp pang of nostalgia at days gone by.

How You Can Protect Yourself From Fraud

These are the places you should cruise to when you're at your peak fitness and optimum health to enjoy hearty hikes and adrenaline-filled excursions.

It's wise to keep a check of your bill as your cruise progresses.

Read on for the pros and cons of this decision.

Post-card ready beaches, delicious restaurants, thrill-inducing activities and epic ways to chill — Perfect Day at CocoCay has everything you need for a wow-worthy vacation your friends and family will remember for years to come.

The appeals of Caribbean cruises and Alaska cruises are night and day.

The best cruise ship spas are tranquil and relaxing, and they rival those on land.