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   5 Tips for First-Time Cruisers         1. Bring a tumbler (large cup) with you onboard the ship. The cruise lines only provide 8 oz. cups on board. This will help save time going back and forth to the beverage stations.   2. Bring cruise/seasonal themed magnets for your cabin door, this is a great way to find your cabin door and it will add a little extra personal touch. Etsy is a great place to find these, and you will be supporting a small business.   3. Magnetic hooks are a great tip for adding more storage in your stateroom since the walls are metal. 4. Bring or purchase a USB hub before you go. With limited outlets in the stateroom, this will be a great way to keep your electronics charged while on the ship. Most cruise lines will not allow you to bring powerstrips onboard.   5. When boarding, have your kids wear their swimsuits under their clothes or have them close at hand (maybe a backpack). While other passengers worry about ...

   Travel Agent Myths: Why Using One is a Good Idea   Most travelers these days have preconceived notions of travel agents and think they can book travel better themselves, or worse – that we’re no longer needed at all. Here are some myths about travel agents, and why you need us more than ever.    Myth #1: Travel Agents charge more to book trips. This is one of the biggest misconceptions. Most travelers don't understand how travel agents get paid, so they tend to avoid using their services. If a travel agent books a cruise for you, the agent is paid a commission; it is a percentage of the price of the cruise you are already paying but by the cruise line. You pay exactly the same for the cruise (and maybe more) if you book on your own. It works the same way with hotel rooms. You are using a travel agent for their expertise in your travel planning. Agents have the knowledge of where to stay, when to go, and how to get there. The only time an agent may charge ...