Helping you choose the right cruise, with firsthand experience from nearly 20 years of cruising.

Luxury, expedition, ocean, river and small ship cruising, from ships and destinations around the world.

Woman smiling in sunglasses wearing a pink shirt, standing on a cruise deck with a sunset over the ocean in the background.

Latest from No Cruise Control

Something went wrong. Please refresh the page and/or try again.

Work with me

EXPLORE NO CRUISE CONTROL

Cruise reviews, destinations, dining, practical advice and first hand experiences from nearly 20 years of cruising.

A large luxury cruise ship named 'Silver Dawn' docked in a harbor with blue waters and a clear sky.

CRUISE LINES

A panoramic view of the upper deck of a cruise ship, featuring a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and scenic ocean and mountain background under a blue sky with clouds.

Ship reviews

A colorful small boat named 'Lion Paw' moored in shallow water with a sandy beach, surrounded by sailboats in the background and lush hills under a clear blue sky.

Destinations

A elegantly set dining table with multiple wine glasses, shiny cutlery, and plates. A folded white napkin with a blue bow tie sits prominently on the table, surrounded by decorative flowers in vases.

Dining

A well-furnished hotel room featuring a large bed with purple accents, a desk, and a TV, with a scenic ocean view from the balcony.

Cruise Tips

A close-up view of the side of a blue ship with the name 'National Geographic Resolution' displayed prominently, reflecting on calm water under a cloudy sky.

Expedition Cruising

A smiling person wearing sunglasses takes a selfie in front of a large cruise ship at a harbor, with boats in the background and a clear blue sky.

Solo cruising

View along the deck of a cruise ship, featuring wooden flooring and white railings, with the ocean and distant land visible in the background.

Cruise features

View of a modern outdoor deck with a pool and landscaped greenery, overlooking a river with boats and a bridge in the background, under a cloudy sky.

River Cruising