Cruises
Quito to the Galapagos and Back by Avianca Charter
Introduction: Sailing Celebrity Cruises’ Flora in the Galapagos What to Pack for a Galapagos Cruise Getting to Quito, Ecuador in...
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Why I Book My Cruises with a Trusted Travel Agent
With over 10 years in the airline industry, and some of those in airport operations, I know how to book...
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The Power of a Complaint on a Cruise Ship – Think Before You Speak!
Let’s face it. Things aren’t always going to be the way you planned or hoped. Pipes will burst, flights will...
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How Extreme Do Your Cruise Ship Crew Safety Drills Go? You Will Be Shocked!
During your cruise, aside from all the treats and amenities you will be able to enjoy, you will likely experience...
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Do You Have to Share a Dining Table on Holland America Cruises? What about Set Dining Times or Flexible Dining?
Introduction - My "Free" Holland America Cruise on the Eurodam Embarkation Day on Holland America Eurodam and The Amazing HAL...
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Cruise Ship “Shrinkflation” I Can Live With and Those That Are Just Irritating
There is no question that cruising will be back with a vengeance in 2023 according to just about every survey...
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Exploring Quito, Ecuador on a Celebrity Cruises Excursion
Introduction: Sailing Celebrity Cruises’ Flora in the Galapagos What to Pack for a Galapagos Cruise Getting to Quito, Ecuador in...
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On This Date in History – The Costa Concordia Disaster!
Giglio Island, Italy - October 17, 2013: The damaged area of the wreck of Costa Concordia after Parbuckling, a project...
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My Cruise Line Canceled Ports. What Should You Do and NOT Do!
During, or even before your cruise, a number of circumstances can cause one or more of the ports to be...
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Caution: Be Alert Even When Cruise Ships are Docked! And Keep a Weather Eye!
SOLAS, or safety of life at sea is something every onboard guest hears mentioned in announcements on the first day...
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How to Avoid Gaining Weight on a Cruise Ship – or at Least Gain Less
Round the clock (or almost so) endless food at the buffet. Amazing burgers grilled by the pool. Ice cream bar...
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Around the World Cruise Guide – History, Prices and How Long!
As we mark the end of one year and the beginning of the next, many of us think of bucket...
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What are Main Dining Meals like on Holland America Cruises – Is It True What You Hear About HAL?
Introduction - My "Free" Holland America Cruise on the Eurodam Embarkation Day on Holland America Eurodam and The Amazing HAL...
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Do You Have To Dress Up On Cruise Ships, Frequent Floaters 2023 Review, Crew With Tattoos, Dumb TikTok Cruise Tips and 10X Points Card Offer!
I can not wait for my next cruise. You know the joke is true that the best cruise really is...
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Tips on Cruise Ship Tipping – Who and How Much to Tip!
There's a wide variety of services that you will receive during your cruise. For some of them, depending on the...
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