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5 Cruise Vacation Buzz Words
Looking aft on Carnival Ecstasy. You might have heard some of the crazy travel buzzwords going around right now. Heard about Glamping? Babymoon? Staycation? Framily trips? Runcation? Well, we think...
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7 Tips to Planning an Alaska Cruise
Alaska isn’t like a Caribbean destination at all. In fact, booking an Alaska trip has a lot more moving parts and could be compared to heading over to Europe. Though the miles to Alaska aren’t quite...
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Taking Advantage of Affordable Travel
In today’s fast-paced environment, those who truly want to see and experience the world must fly. In the past, this meant spending a lot of money. Therefore, most people wouldn’t choose to travel....
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Breaking Down Cruise Spending Onboard
I’m checking in online for my very first Caribbean Carnival Cruise and it is asking me to select the account I want to open – either credit/debit or cash but then they say they don’t take cash on...
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5 Inexpensive Port Ideas
I was raised in a family of five, so when it came time to vacationing, my dad had to shell out big bucks to please his wife and three bratty kids – especially when it came to booking shore excursions...
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6 Quiet Places on Your Cruise Ship
By Sarah PhillipsOne of the most beautiful things about taking a cruise: you have so many options. You can choose to participate in all the activities and be at the center of the action. Or, you can...
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How to Avoid Cruise Weight Gain
Recently I just returned from the land of crab, Alaskan beer and lobster – mixed with the butter – a deadly combo for someone trying to watch their weight. However, I went on the seven-night Alaska...
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5 Things to Know Before You Cruise
It’s almost time for your cruise vacation. If you’re anything like me, you’ve got the countdown clock going and you’re ready to board the ship and set sail on vacation. So before you head out, here are...
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10 Cruise Tips for Families
Short cruises are great for families with tight time or budget constraints. If you decide to sail away on a quick cruise vacation, make sure to follow these tips: 1. Pick the right itinerary Short...
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Infographic: Smartphone Tips Abroad
Traveling abroad can be fun and exciting, but it can also present you with many challenges. Although some people take the opportunity of a trip to disconnect, others find it difficult to fathom losing...
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5 Reasons to Get Married on a Cruise
Nowadays, the average cost of a wedding has risen to more than $30,000. However, a cruise wedding costs an average of just $7,000. You could take a lot of cruises with those savings. But cruise...
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11 Last-Minute Stocking Stuffers for Cruisers
Uh oh – There are just days until Christmas and you haven’t finished your holiday shopping. If you’re shopping for a fellow cruise addict, here are some small, inexpensive stocking stuffers. 1. Beach...
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7 Things a Travel Agent Wants You to Know
There are quite a few ways to book a cruise vacation. You can book directly through the cruise line, you can book through a third party website like Expedia, or you can book through a travel agent. A...
View ArticleHow Zika Virus is Impacting Cruises
This week, the World Health Organization declared the Zika virus, linked to birth defects in Brazil, to be a “public health emergency of international concern.” And with word that Spain has confirmed...
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6 Cruise Embarkation Day Tips
And just like that, your countdown clock tells you it’s finally the day you’ve been waiting for! All you have to do is get to the pier, board the ship and have an awesome time. But over the years,...
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Is a Disney World Shore Excursion Worth It?
Lurk on the message board of any ship planning a stop at Orlando’s Port Canaveral, and you’ll find people considering whether or not to head to Disney for the day. The big question: Is it worth it? As...
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6 Ways Cruise Weddings are Unique
If you’re considering booking a cruise wedding, there are some things you should know before you book that make a cruise wedding different from a typical land-based wedding. 1. All-inclusive and hassle...
View ArticleCarnival’s ‘Shake Spot’ Menu
Milkshakes – $3.95 vanilla chocolate strawberry coffee black and white – vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup and chocolate sprinkles strawberry creamsicle – strawberry and vanilla ice cream with...
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6 First Impressions of Carnival Freedom
A few weeks ago, I toured the Carnival Freedom as part of a pre-wedding tour before I get married onboard with a ceremony in Galveston in July. I had about two hours during embarkation day to tour the...
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6 Ways to Ruin Your Cruise
When cruising, as in life, there are things that are beyond your control. And while some of those things — bad weather, chair hogs, itinerary changes — are beyond your control, there are many things...
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