Cruise Critic - January 25, 2026

Best Repositioning Cruises to Know Right Now; Cruise Gratuities, Broken Down & More

+ 21 Things You Can Learn on Your Next Cruise ...

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+ 21 Things You Can Learn on Your Next Cruise

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The Best Repositioning Cruises to Know About
The Best Repositioning Cruises to Know About
Explore cruises with lower fares, smaller crowds, and itineraries you won’t find year-round.
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Hotel, Drinks, Wi-Fi, Gratuities, up to $1000 Onboard Credit
Hotel, Drinks, Wi-Fi, Gratuities, up to $1000 Onboard Credit
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Windstar’s yacht-style cruises take you off the beaten path and into small harbors and historic Old Towns. Enjoy complimentary inclusions across our destinations on a yacht with fewer than 350 guests. Book by 3/31.
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Cruise Gratuities, Broken Down
From service charges to crew pay, this is how cruise gratuities really work.
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21 Things You Can Learn on Your Next Cruise
From cooking demos to language lessons, cruises offer more ways to learn than you might expect.
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Introducing Oceania Sonata + Limited-Time Offer
Introducing Oceania Sonata + Limited-Time Offer
Sponsored by Oceania
Introducing Oceania Sonata, an entirely new class of ship redefining luxury cruising. Enjoy up to 40% off and reduced deposits on select sailings, plus your choice of a double shore excursion credit or an upgraded beverage package, all with always-free Your World Included™ amenities.
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