Oceania Sirena · December 2, 2026 Roll Call

What started as two cruisers trying to meet people before boarding became a community helping shape its own platform. Jay shares the people, coffee, and questionable sleep habits behind CruiseHuddle—and why showing up personally still matters.

What actually happens on embarkation day, why trying to board first is a waste of your vacation, what belongs in your carry-on, and how to start the week the way you meant to.

The single supplement can add 125-200% to your fare. Here is why it exists, which cruise lines have real solo cabins, which have none at all, and how to sail alone without paying for an empty pillow.

A hilariously bad guide to cruise hookups, featuring unsolicited anatomy lessons, pineapple detectives and a roommate named Gary. Learn what not to do if you want your next cruise to involve mutual attraction instead of spectacular embarrassment.