Kat, Author at Mad About Cruises

Lynelle from the 'Poverty to Paradise' YouTube channel sitting alone in a cozy dining area by a large window overlooking the ocean. She wears a white top and appears thoughtful, with a water bottle and phone on the table, emphasizing the theme of solo cruising on a budget.

Solo Traveler Exposes the Dark Side of Living on a Cruise Ship

April 16, 2026

Bare feet resting on a cruise ship railing with the deep blue ocean in the background.

10 Reasons Repositioning Cruises Might Be Your New Favorite Way to Travel

June 16, 2026April 13, 2026

Royal Caribbean Icon of the Seas on the Water, with a circle in the corner highlighting environmental policies

How Royal Caribbean Turns Seawater Into Clean Drinking Water

April 13, 2026

The 10 Best Carnival Cruise Directors of All Time Ranked

April 12, 2026

Modern interior cabin on MSC Seaside, showcasing a well-appointed design with two single beds dressed in white linens and burgundy patterned covers. The cabin features a large digital display screen providing ship information, framed artistic photographs on the walls, and a subtle pink carpet. The space is efficiently organized with a small desk, shelving filled with cruise materials, and a mirrored wall to enhance the sense of spaciousness.

Why I Choose an Inside Cabin (Even When I Can Afford a Balcony)

April 11, 2026

Sunshine Skyway Bridge over Tampa Bay near Florida’s Gulf Coast cruise region.

New Tampa-Area Cruise Port Proposal Was Blocked — But Tampa Cruise Growth Is Still Moving Ahead

April 11, 2026

Could mega ships finally homeport near Tampa Bay? A new cruise terminal proposal aims to sidestep the Sunshine Skyway limitation—and it could reshape Gulf Coast cruising if it moves forward.

This image shows a person packing a suitcase, viewed from above. The suitcase is organized with travel essentials like face masks, hand sanitizer, lotion, and a colorful floral garment. A camera, extra lens, and a backpack are placed beside the suitcase, along with a smartphone, passport, and travel documents. The person is securing a pink knit item in the suitcase with straps, preparing for a trip.

Carnival Cruise’s Luggage Restrictions: What You Can (and Can’t) Pack

April 10, 2026

Aerial view of Perfect Day Mexico, Royal Caribbean’s tropical water park, featuring bold, colorful water slides, a winding lazy river lined with pink and orange umbrellas, thatched cabanas, and a tranquil lagoon surrounded by lush jungle.

Royal Caribbean’s Next “Perfect Day” Is Bigger, Wilder—and Not Where You’d Expect

April 10, 2026

A cruise ship cabin door labeled 2108 is decorated with a large, bright yellow pineapple magnet. The hallway is lined with identical doors, blue carpet, and wall railings, creating a uniform but colorful corridor scene.

If You See an Upside-Down Pineapple on a Cruise, Here’s What It Really Means

June 16, 2026April 9, 2026

A collage of four images showing items commonly banned on cruise ships: a fishing rod casting into the ocean at sunset, a black handgun on a table, cannabis oil with a marijuana plant, and a variety of liquor bottles including Jameson and Dewar’s. These represent restricted items such as weapons, drugs, alcohol, and fishing gear.

These 8 Things Are Totally Legal on Land, But Banned on Cruise Ships

June 15, 2026April 8, 2026

Three Norwegian Cruise Line ships at sea, featuring vibrant, artistic hull designs with marine motifs, symbolizing the lively and colorful experience offered aboard these floating resorts.

Ranking Every Norwegian Cruise Line Ship: Best to Worst

April 8, 2026

This image shows the Royal Beach Club in Cozumel, Mexico, with a large resort pool surrounded by green loungers and pink-and-white umbrellas. Guests relax in the pool and around a thatched-roof swim-up bar, while the beach and turquoise ocean stretch out just beyond the lush greenery and palm trees.

9 Big Royal Caribbean Changes Coming in 2026

April 7, 2026