Virgin Voyages: A New Era in Cruising
Stepping aboard a Virgin Voyages (VV) ship, it’s evident from the outset that this isn’t your typical cruise experience. With its adult-only atmosphere and modern approach to seafaring, VV sets itself apart in a myriad of ways. As someone well-versed in traditional cruising, I embarked on my first VV voyage with an open mind, ready to embrace the differences and discover what makes this cruise line truly special.
Money Saving Advice from Seasoned Cruisers
Those who’ve cruised even once will quickly notice cruise lines try to get you to spend more money once onboard. A little secret is it’s one of the ways they keep their fares down. With low fares and fierce competition between the brands, they find ways to make extra money once you’re onboard or even before you sail.
European Travel Just Got Easier: ETIAS Update
European Travel Information and Authorization System, a travel authorization program that Europe has been working on. However, there’s another update in the pipeline, and once again, it’s been delayed, this time until 2025.
Expedition Cruises Unveiled: What You Need to Know Before You Set Sail
Expedition cruises are unlike their ocean and river counterparts. While traditional cruises focus on entertainment, expedition cruises pivot towards education. Onboard, you'll likely have a team of scientists dedicated to research, fostering a culture of learning and exploration. If you're craving in-depth, knowledge-packed experiences, expedition cruising might be your perfect match.
Beyond Office Supplies: Staples Offers TSA PreCheck Enrollment
When you think of Staples, you probably picture aisles of office supplies, printers humming away, and the satisfying click of a stapler. But here's a little-known secret: Staples is not just your go-to for paper and pens; it's also your passport to smoother, hassle-free travel.
3 Tips for Island Hopping in Hawaii
The stunning islands of Hawaii offer a treasure trove of natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural experiences. Island hopping allows you to immerse yourself in the unique charm of each island, creating a truly unforgettable vacation. For many, visiting Hawaii is a once in a lifetime vacation and with short flights “hopping” from one island to the next is attractive.
How many islands you visit is of course up to you. Here are some practical tips to make the most out of your island-hopping adventure in Hawaii, ensuring that you maximize your time, discover hidden gems, and create cherished memories along the way.
7 Tips for Renting and Driving a Car in Ireland
A self-driving style vacation in Ireland promises breathtaking landscapes, charming villages, and the freedom to explore at your own pace. However, there are some things to consider like the fact they drive on the left side of the road. It’s recommended to have at least one other person in the car to help you navigate, when you don’t have experience driving on the opposite side of the car and road.
Set Jetting: Exploring the Magic of On-Screen Destinations
Have you ever dreamed of stepping into the enchanting world of your favorite movies or TV shows? If so, set jetting might just be the perfect travel trend for you. In this blog post, I’ll dig into what set jetting is and how it can affect your vacation experience. Set jetting, is someone who visits a particular destination because they want to visit a location where a movie or TV show was filmed.
Embark with Confidence: Expert Advice for New Cruisers
You’ve decided to finally take your first cruise! Your reservation is confirmed and now you have questions. Lots of questions. We’ve all been there, so here are my top tips for new cruisers. Even if you’ve been on many cruises, use this list as a reminder to help you prepare for your next cruise. This part might not be fun and exciting, but it may make a difference, when you arrive at your cruise port.
8 Cruise Tips You Want to Know
Cruises are a wonderful way to see the world and there are some helpful things to know to get the most out of your vacation. Even if you’ve been on many cruises before, you’ll likely benefit from the tips I’m about to share.
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting Alaska
Alaska is another one of those places, if you haven’t visited I hope you get there soon. Especially for those who live in the US, it’s fairly accessible and a wonderful way to see wildlife, glaciers and the vast beauty of the wilderness.
I do suggest a cruise for this part of the world, as the main cities are on the water, so why not have a floating hotel take you from place to place. There are many options to choose from and planning a trip can become overwhelming. I’m here to help you sift through your options to choose a cruise that’s right for you. Here are the 7 things to know when planning your trip to Alaska.
Apps for Helping Travelers with Disabilities
Traveling and exploring new places can be hard enough without a disability. As you know I’m not disabled, so I really can’t speak to the daily challenges one may face. I can however share and pass along some useful tools I have been given - specifically apps.
5 Cruise Mistakes to Avoid
When I hear how many people don’t enjoy cruising as much as I do, I’m naturally curious as to why. Unfortunately, if it’s someone’s first cruise, they may choose to never cruise again. If that’s you - read on. I hope to give you some tips and a different perspective, so hopefully you’ll give cruising another chance. If cruising isn’t your thing (yet) also read on as some of these can transfer into other forms of traveling. Not only am I going to cover common mistakes I’ve learned, but also give you solutions on how to avoid them.
5 Mediterranean Cruise Mistakes
If you’re thinking about cruising in the Mediterranean (Med), these tips may help you avoid some common mistakes people make when choosing their cruise.
12 Packing List Essentials
This is a list going beyond the obvious of shirts and shoes. I want to cover items you may not think about and why you need them. This is cruised focused; however, I feel many items on this list can crossover to other forms of travel as well. Especially if you travel internationally.
When on a trip, we tend to think about the fun we will have and overlook the possibility of things going wrong. Though not often, it’s still a good idea to be prepared in the unlikely event you get lost or miss getting back in time and miss the cruise ship. Maybe you get hurt on a tour or someone steals your belongings. In this post, I’ll cover the items I feel you need to have with you on your vacation.
Top 10 Things Smart Cruisers Do
Whether you’re new to cruising, or have dozens under your belt, this post is full of helpful tips to help you have an amazing cruise experience.
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Travel Resources
Here you will find the latest travel advisories and other helpful information to help you have a smooth vacation. Links for: COVID, CDC, WHO, cruise & country advisories