About Us

The calmest seas are found in another's wake.

Ahoy, voyagers! Welcome to In the Wake, your trusty compass for sailing through cruise planning with joy and ease. We're here to chart your course with mariner wisdom—ship overviews, port tips, restaurant menus, solo travel helps—all crafted to keep your adventure in calm seas.

We sail ahead—collecting real-world details from actual voyages—so you can follow with confidence. Compare ships and classes, scan menus and prices, scout cabins, and spot accessibility notes without all the whitecaps. The goal isn't to sell you anything; it's to take the friction out of decisions so your trip feels effortless.

Fair winds—and gentler seas—in our wake.

Our Promise

No ads. Independent of cruise lines. No sponsored content.

Every recommendation on this site comes from real experience, not commercial incentive. We don't earn commissions when you book a cruise, buy a drink package, or choose a cabin. Our only agenda is helping you plan a better voyage.

This independence means you can trust what you read. When we say a restaurant is worth the upcharge or a cabin location has drawbacks, that's our honest assessment—not a sales pitch.