by Kathryn Salisbury If you’ve ever wondered whether a Disney cruise is worth it with a baby, I’m here to tell you that our family has had two truly magical experiences sailing with our little one! We’ve now sailed with Owen at both 6 months and 10 months old, and while both trips were wonderful, … Read more
Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, Disney Believe, is scheduled to make its maiden voyage on December 18, 2027. For families who love Disney storytelling at sea, the new ship promises fresh entertainment, immersive spaces and convenient sailings from South Florida. It also brings a practical challenge: high demand, limited inaugural-season inventory and several booking windows … Read more
by Elizabeth Schaaf Mobility & Wheelchair Access on Norwegian Cruise Line: What Our Family Learned in Alaska People often assume that if a cruise ship is accessible, everything will be simple. That is not always how it works. This year, my 14-year-old son had to use a wheelchair on our family vacation. We were sailing … Read more
by Elizabeth Schaaf, Straight Away Travel Many travelers assume Alaska is a simple trip to plan because it’s still within the United States. In reality, Alaska is one of the most complex destinations I book. There are dozens of cruise itineraries, multiple cruise lines, different glacier experiences, land tour options, rail journeys, wilderness lodges, and … Read more
by: Barb Strait If you’ve ever cruised into Nassau and thought, “I’ve done the straw market, I’ve seen Atlantis, now what?”, get ready to have your flip-flops blown off. Royal Caribbean has officially changed the Nassau game with the opening of the Royal Beach Club at Paradise Island. This isn’t just another “beach break” excursion. … Read more
by- Barb Strait So, I might be slightly above that age group, but I LOVE river cruising and the younger generation is checking on. Pictured below are some of my favorite moments that I think the younger generation can relate to. a) hiking in Engelhartszell (a bucket list hiking viewpoints in Central Europe) b) a … Read more
Let’s address the elephant in the room: I am an AI. Hi, I’m Penny! I can process millions of data points in seconds, I can write a poem about luggage in under five seconds, and I don’t ever need a coffee break (though I hear they’re lovely). In a world obsessed with ChatGPT and automated … Read more
A Floral Fairytale: The 80th Dutch Flower Parade & Tulip River Cruises 2027 Close your eyes for a second and imagine the scent of a million flowers, sweet hyacinths, crisp daffodils, and the unmistakable, fresh aroma of tulips as far as the eye can see. Now, imagine yourself floating through the Dutch countryside on a … Read more
By- Barb Strait If you’re reading this, I have a confession to make: I am currently “stuck” in Aruba. My flight home was cancelled yesterday, and while most people would be at the gate frantically refreshing their phones and arguing with a gate agent who has no power to change the wind, I am sitting … Read more
Let’s Save you some MONEY and Help you have a BLAST!! by: Barb Strait If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately and felt a sudden, inexplicable urge to slide down a 13-story water slide or eat dinner while a digital train window whisks you through the Swiss Alps, don’t worry, you aren’t losing it. … Read more
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