Cruise news: Booking your first cruise? This is what NOT to do

A cruise allows passengers to visit multiple destinations whilst still sleeping in the same bed every night. It is therefore important to choose the right cruise for you.

After all, you will be spending a lot of time onboard.

“For first-time cruisers, it is important that you match your personal preferences to a cruise line that best fits your personality or that best fits what you are looking for this specific vacation,” said Stephen P, a Cruise Critic travel member.

Similarly, Cruise Critic Contributor Shayne Thompson advises not to pick the wrong travel partner. A cruise ship is very spacious but you will still be spending the majority of your time with this person.