I have tips for people taking their first cruise, especially if they're hesitant. Try booking a new ship and balcony room to figure out what you like while enjoying extra amenities. Choose an ...

Diana Crandall is a deputy editor of automation at Forbes Marketplace. With a master's degree in journalism from the University of Southern California and a background in marketing, she combines ...

Cruises aren't for everyone, but I have tips for first-timers who are reluctantly willing to give them a chance. Nancy Pauwels/Shutterstock I have tips for people taking their first cruise, especially ...