As if there were not enough amenities and options for fun onboard, many cruise operators have purchased or leased private islands to extend the experience for passengers. A helpful online resource for information on cruise vacations, Cruise Critic, reports that seven of the major cruise operators own private islands. Several…
The popping sound of a champagne cork disengaging from a bottle is the go-to file in the sound effects library when you want to indicate a festive atmosphere. The sight, sound, and smell of the spray of bubbles from a newly uncorked bottle of champagne evoke nostalgia for leisurely, convivial…
A cruise to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia turned tragic earlier this year when a 79-year old grandmother died in her stateroom. The woman’s death has sparked a controversy as to where the blame lies for her demise. The family of the deceased grandmother contends that the cruise line…