Credit cards are one of the safest ways to pay for items while you are traveling. If you are counting on using credit cards for the bulk of your purchases on your trip, there are a few things you should know. Here are some tips for making sure your credit cards are ready for travel.

Cruising can be a perfect volunteer vacation because ships often visit ports where people urgently need help. Here’s a do-it-yourself cruise-based volunteer vacation itinerary for those who are interested in giving back on their next vacation.

Carnival Cruise Lines has announced a new contest for kids. In celebration of their newest and largest ship, the 130,000-ton Carnival Dream, Carnival launched the Virtual Book of Dreams contest, inviting children to dream, enter and possibly win a family cruise.

On June 1, 2009, new passport requirements for U.S. citizens traveling in the Western Hemisphere took effect. There is a major exception, however. Passengers traveling to Western Hemisphere countries on "closed loop" cruises are not required to show a passport to reenter the United States.

If you're planning a to combine a vacation in Orlando with a cruise leaving from Port Canaveral, there are many ways to stretch your travel dollars. Here are 10 great budget-saving travel tips help you find deals, save money, and get the most out of your Orlando pre- or post-cruise vacation.

Figuring out what to pack is one of the hardest parts of heading off on a cruise – particularly an exotic location like the Galapagos. Here's a detailed list that will help you to be prepared, pack light, and bring everything you need.

Some families commemorate high school graduations with a milestone family celebration - creating memories to last a lifetime. The event can also double as a learning experience, helping teens to discover more about our world. Ecoventura's new Galapagos graduation celebration cruises do both well.

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Cozumel offers cruise passengers an incredible array of options and activities. This little island is loaded with duty-free shopping, world-class snorkeling and diving opportunities, wildlife encounters, adventure tours, cultural experiences, and so much more. Find out what to do while in port.

Saving money is important to everyone right now, especially when it comes to travel. This year, incredible summer cruise deals are plentiful - even in peak season locations such as Alaska, Bermuda and the Mediterranean. Many cruises are being offered at up to 79% off, so check out these offers now.