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Debunking (some) cruise myths

"Cruises are for old people in white shoes."

"Formal nights are a pain."

"You'll gain 10 pounds."

These are a few of the stereotypes offered by former Chicago Tribune travel writers Toni Salama and Alan Solomon, cruise veterans who, bless their hearts, were kind enough to offer advice and caveats before my virgin cruise assignment aboard Star Clippers' Royal Clipper.

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