Five Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Cruise Adventure

Be prepared as this could lead to addiction! If you're planning your first cruise with Ticketcrociere, you should know that you'll enjoy it so much that you won't want it to end. Now, let's delve into what will help make your journey a success. Let's go!
So, what are the five mistakes to avoid during your first cruise?

1. Last-minute Packing: We understand it can be challenging, but trust us, this isn't just any trip. You'll experience incredible themed parties, elegant dinners, poolside sunbathing, sunset aperitifs, and mysterious shows. Think of it as preparing for Burning Man, the music festival in Nevada's Black Rock Desert, USA. Before departure, you'll receive temperature information, but don't stress about style; everyday attire will suffice and for formal nights, too.

2. Passing on Drinks: Whether you're a teetotaler, a seasoned sommelier, or just enjoy a drink, major cruise lines offer various beverages. Don't miss the chance to sip on a fantastic cocktail by the pool or marvel at the sunset. It's an essential part of relaxation, and pleasure!

3. Neglecting Shore Excursions: Whether it's a classic Mediterranean route or a Round the World voyage, having a vague tour plan at each port of call will only lead to rushing and a stressful day. So plan ahead what you want to visit at specific destinations, choose museums, exhibitions, and the best restaurants you want to experience.

4. Ignoring Cabin Selection: Ensure you choose a cabin that meets your needs. If you're prone to seasickness, opt for a midship cabin. If you prefer quick access to your cabin, choose one near the elevators, so you'll be among the first to reach the buffet.

5. Overlooking Onboard Programs: This is one of the biggest mistakes you could make onboard. The program details everything from buffet schedules to dress codes. By following onboard programs, you'll maximize your voyage's potential.

Bonus Tip: Return to the ship after the specified time. Cruises run on tight schedules and won't wait for you; they'll set sail without hesitation.

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Mediterranean: Italy, Tunisia

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Costa Fascinosa | Sep. 28, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Palermo

Itinerary:

1. Palermo,

2. Naples,

3. navigation,

4. Tunis,

5. Palermo,

6. Naples,

7. Genoa

Mediterranean: France, Italy, Malta, Spain

from $1,089
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Magnifica | Sep. 28, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Marseille

Itinerary:

1. Marseille,

2. La Spezia,

3. Naples,

4. Palermo,

5. Valletta,

6. navigation,

7. Barcelona

Mediterranean: France, Spain, Italy

from $575
price per person Taxes included

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Costa Pacifica | Oct. 12, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Toulon

Itinerary:

1. Toulon,

2. Valencia,

3. Palma de Mallorca,

4. navigation,

5. Palermo,

6. Civitavecchia,

7. Savona

Mediterranean: Spain, Italy, France

from $1,300
price per person Taxes included

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Costa Toscana | Oct. 14, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Barcelona

Itinerary:

1. Barcelona,

2. Palma de Mallorca,

3. navigation,

4. Palermo,

5. Civitavecchia,

6. Savona,

7. Marseille

Mediterranean: Italy, Spain, France

from $789
price per person Taxes included

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Costa Diadema | Oct. 18, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Savona

Itinerary:

1. Savona,

2. navigation,

3. Tarragona,

4. Valencia,

5. Palma de Mallorca,

6. Marseille,

7. Savona

Mediterranean: Italy, France, Spain, Portugal

from $1,287
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Divina | Oct. 18, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Genoa

Itinerary:

1. Genoa,

2. Marseille,

3. Barcelona,

4. Valencia,

5. Alicante,

6. navigation,

7. Lisbon

Mediterranean: France, Italy, Spain

from $1,287
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Seaview | Oct. 19, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Cannes

Itinerary:

1. Cannes,

2. Genoa,

3. La Spezia,

4. Civitavecchia,

5. navigation,

6. Palma de Mallorca,

7. Barcelona

Mediterranean: Spain, Gibraltar, Morocco

from $5,634
price per person Taxes included

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Explora II | Oct. 22, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Barcelona

Itinerary:

1. Barcelona,

2. Alicante,

3. Gibraltar,

4. Casablanca,

5. Casablanca,

6. navigation,

7. Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Mediterranean: Greece, Turkey, Italy

from $5,560
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Fantasia | Oct. 23, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Athens

Itinerary:

1. Athens,

2. Kusadasi,

3. Istanbul,

4. navigation,

5. Korfu,

6. Bari,

7. Trieste

Mediterranean: Greece, Turkey, Italy

from $644
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MSC Sinfonia | Nov. 3, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Athens

Itinerary:

1. Athens,

2. Istanbul,

3. Istanbul,

4. Izmir,

5. navigation,

6. Korfu,

7. Bari

Mediterranean: Italy, France, Spain, Tunisia

from $493
price per person Taxes included

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Costa Pacifica | Nov. 8, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Savona

Itinerary:

1. Savona,

2. Marseille,

3. Barcelona,

4. navigation,

5. Tunis,

6. Palermo,

7. Civitavecchia

Mediterranean: Italy, Spain, France

from $875
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Grandiosa | Nov. 9, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Civitavecchia

Itinerary:

1. Civitavecchia,

2. Palermo,

3. navigation,

4. Ibiza,

5. Valencia,

6. Marseille,

7. Genoa

Mediterranean: Italy, France, Spain

from $858
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Orchestra | Nov. 10, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Civitavecchia

Itinerary:

1. Civitavecchia,

2. Genoa,

3. Marseille,

4. Livorno,

5. navigation,

6. Valencia,

7. Barcelona

Mediterranean: Italy, Spain, France

from $941
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Orchestra | Nov. 13, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Livorno

Itinerary:

1. Livorno,

2. navigation,

3. Valencia,

4. Barcelona,

5. Marseille,

6. Genoa,

7. Livorno

Mediterranean: Italy, Montenegro, Croatia

from $904
price per person Taxes included

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Costa Deliziosa | Nov. 15, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Trieste

Itinerary:

1. Trieste,

2. Bari,

3. Kotor,

4. Dubrovnik,

5. Split,

6. Rijeka,

7. Trieste

Mediterranean: Italy, France, Spain

from $759
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Grandiosa | Nov. 15, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Genoa

Itinerary:

1. Genoa,

2. Marseille,

3. Barcelona,

4. navigation,

5. Genoa,

6. Marseille,

7. Barcelona

Mediterranean: Italy, Croatia, Spain

from $1,913
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Armonia | Nov. 24, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Venice

Itinerary:

1. Venice,

2. Zadar,

3. Dubrovnik,

4. navigation,

5. Civitavecchia,

6. navigation,

7. Barcelona

Mediterranean: Italy, France, Spain

from $707
price per person Taxes included

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Costa Toscana | Nov. 28, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Savona

Itinerary:

1. Savona,

2. Marseille,

3. Barcelona,

4. navigation,

5. Naples,

6. Civitavecchia,

7. La Spezia

Mediterranean: Antigua and Barbuda, Dominican Republic, Spain, Panama

from $4,341
price per person Taxes included

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Star Pride | Dec. 7, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Saint Johns

Itinerary:

1. Saint Johns,

2. Santo Domingo,

3. navigation,

4. Cartagena ,

5. Cartagena ,

6. San Blas Island,

7. Colon

Mediterranean: Italy, France, Spain

from $460
price per person Taxes included

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Costa Fortuna | Dec. 13, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Savona

Itinerary:

1. Savona,

2. Marseille,

3. Barcelona,

4. navigation,

5. Cadiz,

6. navigation,

7. Las Palmas

Mediterranean: Spain, Italy, France

from $756
price per person Taxes included

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Costa Smeralda | Dec. 15, 2025

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Barcelona

Itinerary:

1. Barcelona,

2. Palma de Mallorca,

3. navigation,

4. Palermo,

5. Civitavecchia,

6. Savona,

7. Marseille

Mediterranean: France, Italy, Tunisia, Spain

from $710
price per person Taxes included

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MSC Splendida | Jan. 4, 2026

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Marseille

Itinerary:

1. Marseille,

2. Genoa,

3. Naples,

4. Palermo,

5. Tunis,

6. navigation,

7. Barcelona

Mediterranean: Panama, Spain, Aruba

from $4,150
price per person Taxes included

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Star Pride | Mar. 9, 2026

Duration: 6 nights

Departure from: Colon

Itinerary:

1. Colon,

2. Bocas del Toro,

3. San Blas Island,

4. Cartagena ,

5. Cartagena ,

6. navigation,

7. Oranjestad

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