Tips + Info Archives - Sometimes Sailing

Penguins in Antarctica, with the blue water on the right.

Clothing for Antarctica Cruise with a Printable Antarctic Packing List

Photo of the Disney Cruise Line stack on the Magic ship, with the Caribbean for Cruise Podcasts.

Cruise Podcasts: Complete List of 30+ to Listen to, Any Time

Viking river cruise ship on the Garonne River in France with leaves above it and grass in front of the ship in port.

My Viking Journey: What to Expect After Booking a Viking Cruise (Before you Sail)

Flat lay of packing things laid out on a bed, ready to pack.

Top Amazon Cruise Essentials for Your Packing List (2025)

Colorful display of Princess Medallion device and accessories on a self with beach glass pieces.

Understanding Princess Medallions and MedallionClass App

Display cases inside the watch shop of a cruise ship.

Buying a Watch on a Cruise Ship: 18 Things You Need to Know

Blue rubber and stainless steel sailing bracelet from OMEGA against sand on the beach and a piece of white coral.

Honest OMEGA Sailing Bracelet Review: Premium Accessory for Everyday Wear

The blue ocean or sea water as seen from a cruise ship.

Complete Guide to Alaskan Cruises in 2025, Including Ports of Call + What to Pack

Small cruise ship in the water and a pink and purple sunset in the sky.

17 Memorable Surprise Cruise Reveal Ideas

Anti-Nausea Medication and Other Cruise Sea Sickness Solutions, including recommendations for over-the-counter medication, patches and additional low-cost natural remedies.

Anti-Nausea Medication and Other Cruise Sea Sickness Solutions

Two cruise ships in Port Everglades for a closed loop and open jaw cruise.

Complete Guide to Closed-Loop Cruises (and Open Jaw Itineraries)

Star Clipper classic sailing cruise ship in the ocean with the sails down and masts sky-high.

Star Clippers Packing List (and Dress Code) with Printable

Man and a women standing side by side with a building in the distance.

Our Preferred Travel Advisor Team

Image of a hand holding a phone with mountains and water in the background.

Best Cruise Apps for Trip Prep and to Use While On Vacation

Wifi area of Celebrity Cruises Edge class ships for info about how to text on a cruise for free.

How to Text on a Cruise Ship for Free (and Other Ways to Get Wi-Fi Onboard)

River cruise ship in port in Europe, with the "Emerald Sky" words on the side of the ship and the night sky, and lights reflecting in the river.

12 Reasons Why Cruises are the Safest Way to Travel Right Now (Post Pandemic + Beyond)

Woman's back in a yellow dress with a custom hat that says Cheers Beaches, holding a glass of red wine.

Awesome Cruise Gift Ideas for Cruise Fans & People Going on a Cruise

A-Rosa river cruise ship in Avignon France.

Essential Guide to Over 110 Cruise Ship Terms (and Commonly Used Nautical and Boating Jargon)