What Is Cruise About?
Cruise About is an independent cruise planning and advice website focused on two of the world's most enthusiastic cruising markets: Australia and the United States. We publish destination guides, planning tutorials, cost breakdowns, packing lists, insider tips, and cruise insurance guidance.
We do not sell cruises. We are not affiliated with any cruise line, cruise booking engine, or travel agent. Our editorial content is written to be genuinely useful — not to funnel readers toward any particular booking decision.
Independent Research
Content based on publicly available data, community knowledge, and editorial research
Dual Market Focus
Guides tailored for Australian and US cruisers with relevant ports, pricing, and regulations
No Cruise Sales
We never receive payment from cruise lines and never earn commission on cruise bookings
Insurance Aware
We consistently encourage proper travel insurance because we believe it genuinely protects cruisers
How Cruise About Makes Money
Cruise About is funded through two sources:
1. Google AdSense
We display contextual advertising through Google AdSense. These are auction-based ads selected by Google's algorithm — we do not choose which specific advertisers appear. Ad placement is designed to be unobtrusive and does not influence our editorial content.
2. Affiliate Links (Travel Insurance)
We may include affiliate links to travel insurance comparison services. If you click a link and purchase a policy, we may receive a commission from the insurer or comparison service. This commission comes at no extra cost to you.
We only include insurance affiliate links where we genuinely believe the linked service provides value. We do not accept payment to recommend specific insurance products, and our insurance guidance is written to be useful regardless of whether readers click any links.
Disclaimer
General Disclaimer
The information published on Cruise About is for general informational and educational purposes only. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, cruise pricing, policies, port fees, gratuity rates, and other details change frequently. Always verify information directly with your cruise line, travel agent, or insurer before making decisions.
No Financial Advice
Nothing on this website constitutes financial, legal, or insurance advice. Insurance guidance provided on this site is general in nature. Cruise About is not a licensed financial services provider in Australia, the United States, or any other jurisdiction. For personal advice, consult a qualified professional.
Pricing Information
All prices mentioned on this website are estimates based on publicly available information at the time of publication. Cruise fares, onboard charges, excursion costs, and insurance premiums vary significantly and change without notice. Currency conversions are approximate.
Affiliate Relationships
Cruise About participates in affiliate programmes for travel insurance products. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Our participation in these programmes does not influence our editorial independence — we do not recommend products solely because of affiliate relationships.
Accuracy & Updates
We make reasonable efforts to keep content current, but cannot guarantee that all information is up-to-date at the time of reading. If you notice an error, please contact us via the form below.
Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
Cruise About collects minimal personal data. If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. We use Google Analytics and Google AdSense, which collect anonymised usage data as described in Google's privacy policy. We do not sell personal data.
Cookies
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Google AdSense
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Third-Party Links
This site contains links to external websites, including insurance comparison services. Cruise About is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external site you visit.
Data Retention
If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email is retained until you unsubscribe. We honour all unsubscribe requests promptly. For any data-related requests, contact us using the form below.
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For any questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, please use the contact form below referencing "Privacy Request."
Contact Us
Have a question, found an error in our content, or want to discuss a partnership? Use the form below. We aim to respond to all messages within 2–3 business days.
Note: We do not respond to cruise booking enquiries — we don't sell cruises. For booking assistance, contact your cruise line or travel agent directly.