Borja Rodríguez

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Destination

Rome in One Day from Your Cruise: The Route I Always Follow

Oct 17, 2026

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4 min read

Rome in One Day from Your Cruise: The Route I Always Follow

The walking route I always use to see Rome in a day from Civitavecchia: 12 stops with times, what to skip, where to eat and how to get back to the ship without rushing.

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Destination

Greek Islands Cruises: Which Ports Are Worth It and Which Aren't

Oct 16, 2026

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4 min read

Greek Islands Cruises: Which Ports Are Worth It and Which Aren't

Athens, Mykonos, Corfu, Olympia and Delos: which ports on a Greece cruise are must-sees, how to get to each one, when to go and who this itinerary is for.

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On board

Wifi and Internet on a Cruise Ship: Real Prices and Whether It's Worth It

Oct 14, 2026

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3 min read

Wifi and Internet on a Cruise Ship: Real Prices and Whether It's Worth It

What internet packages cruise ships offer, how much they cost per day, how well they really work and who they're worth it for, from my experience on MSC and Costa.

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On board

The Best Cruises in the World: How to Pick the Right One for You

Oct 12, 2026

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4 min read

The Best Cruises in the World: How to Pick the Right One for You

After 14 cruises, here are the best ones I've taken, the one I liked least, and how to find the best cruise for you, because no single cruise fits everyone.

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On board

Rome from a Cruise: On Your Own or With the Cruise Line's Excursion?

Oct 10, 2026

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4 min read

Rome from a Cruise: On Your Own or With the Cruise Line's Excursion?

When the cruise line's excursion is worth it and when to explore Rome on your own from Civitavecchia, who should book it, and how I led almost 30 people without losing anyone.

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On board

Butler Suites on a Cruise: What You Really Get and Whether They're Worth It

Oct 9, 2026

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3 min read

Butler Suites on a Cruise: What You Really Get and Whether They're Worth It

I've never slept in one, but everyone who has tells me the same story. What a butler suite really includes, how much extra it costs, and who it makes sense for.

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On board

How to Choose a Cruise Line (It's Not Just About Price)

Oct 7, 2026

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4 min read

How to Choose a Cruise Line (It's Not Just About Price)

Every cruise line is built for a different kind of traveler. Here are the real differences between MSC, Costa, and other lines in the industry, and how to pick the one that fits you.

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On board

The Mediterranean: The Best Destination for Your First Cruise

Oct 5, 2026

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4 min read

The Mediterranean: The Best Destination for Your First Cruise

Why the Mediterranean is the ideal destination for a first cruise, which route and season to pick, which ports you can't miss, and the most common mistake first-timers make.

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On board

Civitavecchia to Rome: Train, Bus and Taxi Compared (With Real Prices)

Oct 3, 2026

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5 min read

Civitavecchia to Rome: Train, Bus and Taxi Compared (With Real Prices)

What it really costs and how long it takes to get from Civitavecchia to Rome by train, bus or taxi, how much buffer time to leave, and the planning mistake I've seen most often across 4 stops.

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On board

Why People Who Already Cruise Often Stop Booking on Their Own

Oct 2, 2026

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4 min read

Why People Who Already Cruise Often Stop Booking on Their Own

If you already cruise regularly, the real problem isn't finding a cheaper price. Here's what changes when you stop booking on your own and start traveling inside a system.

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On board

Sep 30, 2026

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4 min read

Cruise Loyalty Programs Explained: How They Work and How to Use Them

How cruise line loyalty programs work, what real perks they give you, and how to make the most of them once you're a repeat cruiser.

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On board

Cruise Gratuities Explained: How Tipping Really Works

Sep 28, 2026

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4 min read

Cruise Gratuities Explained: How Tipping Really Works

How gratuities work on a cruise, how much they cost by cruise line, whether you can remove them, and the most common mistake first-timers make — from 13 cruises of experience.

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On board

How to Choose a Cruise Cabin: Interior, Ocean View, Balcony, or Suite (and Never Get It Wrong)

Sep 24, 2026

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5 min read

How to Choose a Cruise Cabin: Interior, Ocean View, Balcony, or Suite (and Never Get It Wrong)

The real differences between interior, ocean view, balcony, and suite cabins beyond the price, which type fits which kind of traveler, and the most common mistake when choosing — from 13 cruises of experience.

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On board

Entertainment and Nightlife on a Cruise: What It's Really Like

Sep 23, 2026

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3 min read

Entertainment and Nightlife on a Cruise: What It's Really Like

What the shows, parties, casino, and daytime activities are really like on a cruise, and what to do if you'd rather have a quiet night — from 13 cruises of experience.

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On board

Restaurants and Dining on a Cruise: How It Works and What's Worth It

Sep 22, 2026

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4 min read

Restaurants and Dining on a Cruise: How It Works and What's Worth It

The difference between the main dining room, the buffet, and specialty restaurants, which ones are worth booking, and the most common mistake with food on board — from 13 cruises of experience.

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On board

Your First 24 Hours on a Cruise: What to Do (and Skip) on Day One

Sep 22, 2026

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5 min read

Your First 24 Hours on a Cruise: What to Do (and Skip) on Day One

What happens step by step from dropping off your bag to sailing away, the most common first-timer mistakes, and what to do without fail in your first 24 hours on board.

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Cruise Documents You Actually Need (And What Almost No One Tells You)

Sep 14, 2026

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4 min read

Cruise Documents You Actually Need (And What Almost No One Tells You)

What documents you really need to board a cruise based on your nationality and itinerary, what happens if you lose them, and the mistake almost no one sees coming at port.

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What's Included in a Cruise Price (and What You Pay Extra For)?

Sep 14, 2026

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4 min read

What's Included in a Cruise Price (and What You Pay Extra For)?

What's actually included in your cruise fare, what you'll pay extra for, and whether the drinks package is worth it — from someone with 13 cruises behind them.

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Rome in One Day from Your Cruise: The Route I Always Follow

Greek Islands Cruises: Which Ports Are Worth It and Which Aren't

Wifi and Internet on a Cruise Ship: Real Prices and Whether It's Worth It

The Best Cruises in the World: How to Pick the Right One for You

Rome from a Cruise: On Your Own or With the Cruise Line's Excursion?

Butler Suites on a Cruise: What You Really Get and Whether They're Worth It

How to Choose a Cruise Line (It's Not Just About Price)

The Mediterranean: The Best Destination for Your First Cruise

Civitavecchia to Rome: Train, Bus and Taxi Compared (With Real Prices)

Why People Who Already Cruise Often Stop Booking on Their Own

Cruise Loyalty Programs Explained: How They Work and How to Use Them

Cruise Gratuities Explained: How Tipping Really Works

How to Choose a Cruise Cabin: Interior, Ocean View, Balcony, or Suite (and Never Get It Wrong)

Entertainment and Nightlife on a Cruise: What It's Really Like

Restaurants and Dining on a Cruise: How It Works and What's Worth It

Your First 24 Hours on a Cruise: What to Do (and Skip) on Day One

Cruise Documents You Actually Need (And What Almost No One Tells You)

What's Included in a Cruise Price (and What You Pay Extra For)?

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