I admit that over the last 20+ years of cruising, my general packing list hasn’t changed much. However, I add and subtract a few things each year, fine-tuning my list as my needs change. In this post, I’ll share 15 Amazon cruise essentials I’m loving in 2025 (and beyond). All of these items have been personally tested on more than one cruise.
15 Game-Changing Cruise Essentials from Amazon You’ll Want in 2025 Read More »
You’ve spent hours planning your cruise and choosing your port day activities but have you considered your transportation in port? In many ports of call, the taxi service can be quite easy and reliable if you know how to manage the system. Some ports, have clear signs with a queue and posted “flat rates” while others are a bit more obscure and require negotiation. In this post, I’ll share 7 Helpful Tips for Taking Taxis in Foreign Ports.
Cruise Port Days: 7 Helpful Tips for Taking Taxis in Port Read More »
The Panama Canal is a bucket-list destination for many cruisers. It’s a marvel of engineering and history, but here’s the thing—a Panama Canal cruise is not easy to check off your bucket list.
In this post, I’ll share why Panama Canal cruises aren’t easy to book and how we found an alternative. A Royal Caribbean Panama Canal Shore Excursion: Agua Clara Locks and Fort San Lorenzo Tour.
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As part of our Explorer of the Seas Southern Caribbean itinerary, we were thrilled to spend a port day in Cartagena, Colombia! Our first time in South America marked a special milestone for us.
A Cruise Port Day In Cartagena, Colombia: Coffee, History…and Starbucks. Read More »
Costa Rica is a place where vibrant wildlife meets lush landscapes, and I had the joy of experiencing it firsthand during our visit to Puerto Limon in November. This was our first time in Costa Rica and we were SO excited to explore.
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