For our 40th anniversary, my husband and I decided to go on a resort vacation. We wouldn’t be tourists with a busy itinerary. For a change, we’d stay in one place and enjoy good food, a beach or pool, a lowkey yet welcoming environment, and each other. Here’s how and why we chose Puerto Rico for our resort destination.

For first-time cruisers, here are a few reasons why you might want to consider taking a cruise and some helpful tips for making you look and feel like an experienced cruiser.