Laurie and Gary Cruise

If you want to visit the Solarium, go later in the day as it is easier to find a seat once people head out for afternoon activities.

You can order anything from the main dining room menu at Blue, even though Blue features lighter cuisine.

Get to the main dining room early for formal night to avoid crowds, though it wasn't too bad this time.

If you arrive at the port early, chances are they will let you board the ship even if you didn't get an early check-in time.

Do not stay at the Motto by Hilton in Philadelphia for more than one day due to extremely small room size.

Consider the Free at Sea Plus package if you use Wi-Fi, Starbucks, and excursions, as it provides better value than purchasing separately.

Order two lox on the bagel if you're hungry, as it's only one per order.

Use immune booster electrolytes before a travel day.