Cruises

I’ve always found cruise disembarkation stressful — it just feels so hectic and rushed! After sailing on MSC Cruises many times, I’ve developed a routine that makes it a lot less stressful. Below, I’m sharing my full disembarkation routine. I’ll walk you step by step through what to do the day before you leave and […]

Do you have an upcoming Princess cruise? I’ve sailed with Princess several times, and I’m sharing my favorite free things on Princess Cruises that most people don’t even realize are included. You don’t need to upgrade to Princess Plus or Princess Premier packages—these perks are all included with your standard cruise fare. Some of these

If you’re thinking about sailing on Celebrity, you’re probably wondering — is it really more upscale, or just smart marketing? And more importantly, is it worth paying extra? Celebrity is marketed as a more luxurious alternative to its sister cruise line, Royal Caribbean, and it’s usually more expensive. But does the experience actually justify that

Are you going on a cruise and stopping in Nassau? I’ve been to Nassau many times, and I know it gets a bad reputation. Some people say it’s not worth getting off the ship — and yes, that can be true if you don’t know what you’re doing. Below, I’m going to show you how

Do you have an upcoming Regal Princess cruise? I’m sharing everything I learned on my 12-night cruise—from onboard experiences you don’t want to miss, to money saving tips—basically all the things I wish someone had told me before my Regal Princess cruise. Champagne Waterfall Event One of the highlights of my Regal Princess cruise was

Are you going on a Caribbean or Bahamas cruise on MSC? I’ve sailed in the Caribbean many times, and over the years I’ve learned a lot—how to save money on shore excursions, what to watch out for at the cruise ports, and how to stay safe while still having an amazing time. Today, I’m sharing

Are you getting ready for a Celebrity Cruise and wondering what you really need to do before you go? I’ve sailed with Celebrity multiple times, and over the years, I’ve developed a simple pre-cruise routine that makes sure I don’t forget anything important. Below, I’m going to share exactly what I do before every Celebrity

Are you going on a cruise? One of the worst things that can happen during your vacation is losing your luggage. Your bags pass through many hands between the airport, the cruise terminal, the ship, and finally your stateroom. While cruise lines do their best to handle luggage carefully, mistakes can still happen. The good

Do you have an upcoming Celebrity cruise? You might be surprised by just how much is actually included in your cruise fare. Celebrity is known for its upscale experience, and today I’m sharing all the free perks—both the obvious ones and the hidden extras you may not even realize are included—so you know exactly what’s

If you’re thinking about booking an MSC Mediterranean cruise, you need to read this—because the experience is not the same as cruising MSC in the United States. I learned that firsthand when I sailed on an MSC Mediterranean cruise aboard MSC World Europa. From water not being automatically served at dinner, to Americans being such