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Most cruise ships travel at 18–22 knots (20–25 mph). Faster ships (like Cunard's Queen Mary 2) can reach 30 knots (34 mph).

Cruise prices vary from $50–$500+ per night. Budget cruises start at $300/week, while luxury voyages can cost $5,000+ per person. Factors include cabin type, itinerary, and season.

Essentials include: passport, power strip, reef-safe sunscreen, formal attire, motion sickness meds, and waterproof phone case.

Closed-loop cruises (starting/ending in same U.S. port) only require a birth certificate + government ID. For others, a passport is mandatory.