When Mike Smith takes a cruise, he doesn’t waste any time. Cabins often aren’t ready for guests until early afternoon, so the 35-year-old brings a swimsuit in his backpack and changes in one of the ...

Embarkation day on a cruise ship is filled with endless amounts of excitement. From getting to explore the ship for the very first time, to grabbing a drink on the pool deck, to checking out all of ...

Get more news like this delivered to your inbox by signing up for our Travel newsletter here. When Mike Smith takes a cruise, he doesn’t waste any time. Cabins often aren’t ready for guests until ...