Summer Won't Wait

Fresh from an amazing cruise in Norway and Iceland myself, I'm happy to remind you of just how great the onboard entertainment is, regardless of where you cruise.

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Cinco de Maybe?

It's not too late to book your cruise for this summer, or you can plan ahead for a winter break, when you know you will be going stir crazy if you don't get someplace warm.  You even have time to book a trip to celebrate next Cinco de Mayo in Mexico.

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Time to Take Another Look at Carnival?

Each new ship they introduced should have given pause to consider how that stacks up against our pre-conceived notions as well as against competitors.

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Cruising from Galveston!

Galveston also appeals to California residents, because DFW Airport is in the middle of the country, whereas Miami/Ft. Lauderdale and Port Canaveral are on the far side. 

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Let the Cruise Line Worry About It!

So, if you find yourself treading water rather than metaphorically swimming toward your next great vacation, it's time to climb aboard a friendly ship and reach your travel goals the easy way.

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The Safest Way to Travel?

Early cruises on a mainstream line like NCL or Celebrity might feel more like Oceania or Azamara in terms of space, which is not a bad thing based on my experience.

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Ready to See Beyond Shadows?

Anticipating a future trip is part of the fun, and wouldn't it be nice to have a different subject to discuss?

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Happy International Women's Day!

Today, March 8, 2020, Celebrity Edge will sail under the command of the first American female cruise ship Captain, Kate McCue. She will be at the helm of the first cruise ship to ever embark with an all-female bridge and hotel officer team.

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Carnival Panorama Is Here!

We love this ship, including outstanding entertainment, stylish decor, tasty food and a welcoming crew!

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Help Your Family Live the Dream!

A mega-ship like Norwegian Joy has the Haven for families who expect and can afford the best and small inside rooms for those who just want a place to change clothes before heading on their next adventure, plus lots of other categories between those extremes.

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Could Your Next Great Cruise Be On the Horizon?

You expect great family activities and entertainment, but did you know there are now Cloud 9 Verandas with special Spa access geared toward more sophisticated tastes on many Carnival ships, including Horizon?

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Excursion, Diversion or Submersion?

Doing a bit of advance research before leaving home not only prepares you for your trip but in some ways stretches your vacation high. I'm always happy to share tips on things to do.

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Come Back New

In keeping with Princess' usual high maintenance and update standards, Ruby Princess had been refurbished just two weeks before our cruise. With carpets replaced with contemporary designs, it felt very much like a new ship.

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Ready for Whale Watching?

You could take Ruby to Cabo San Lucas at the peak of whale migration season and miss only a few days of work.

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Make time for Fun!

While it's exciting to go new places, you can easily have a lot of fun taking a cruise you've taken previously, because there is so much to do both on board and on shore, you can find totally new experiences.

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