A family of four on a cruise ship usually has more than four devices and keeping them charged is essential. That's because many cruise lines now use QR codes for menus and put their daily schedules on their apps.

A family of four on a cruise ship usually has more than four devices and keeping them charged is essential. That's because many cruise lines now use QR codes for menus and put the

A lack of preparation can be costly, so passengers are encouraged to look ahead and leave room in the pre-trip budget for on-board extras.

Carnival announced that Celebration Key will feature more than 30 food and beverage outlets that include full-service restaurants, as well as a food hall, food trucks, snack shacks, kiosks, and more. Some will be complimentary, and others will have an additional cost.

Working on a cruise ship seems like an adventure, and in many ways it is. But there are sacrifices: Crew members work long hours and get little time off. Their ships may take them to exotic locations,