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Examining the process of cruise travel from research to booking, packing, travel gear, travel apps and more

Marine-Themed Camp Ocean For Young Cruisers Educational, Fun

Posted onApril 22, 2014April 22, 2014AuthorChris Owen

Carnival Cruise Lines new Camp Ocean, a new marine-themed children’s program, is coming to its fleet of 24 Fun Ships and set to debut on Carnival Freedom on May 24.  The totally new program will immerse children ages 2-11 in Read More …

CategoriesPlanningTagscruisers, educational, marine, ocean, themed, young

River Cruising On An Ocean Cruise Budget: Yes, You Can

Posted onApril 11, 2014September 12, 2014AuthorChris Owen

In this series, River Cruising On An Ocean Cruise Budget, we began by suggesting that it is possible to experience a Viking River Cruise in mid-range accommodations for what one might spend on the upper end stateroom of most major ocean cruise lines.  Total Read More …

CategoriesPlanningTagscruise, cruising, ocean, river

Carnival Splendor To Sail From Norfolk, Feature Unique Itineraries

Posted onApril 6, 2014August 29, 2014AuthorChris Owen

While many cruise vacations begin and end in Florida,  sailing from a home port near you can offer some distinct advantages.  Driving to the embarkation port can save on transportation costs.  No flying also means no boarding groups, no jockeying Read More …

CategoriesPlanningTagscarnival, feature, itineraries, norfolk, splendor, unique

Coast Guard Effort Might Slow Down Cruise Embarkation

Posted onMarch 28, 2014AuthorChris Owen

To cruise travelers sailing from a North American port, we often recommend arriving before the crowd, as being one of the first passengers on the ship brings some undeniable advantages.  There will be a wait, but many of us who Read More …

CategoriesPlanningTagscoast, cruise, effort, embarkation, guard

Resolved: Lost Luggage Smackdown: @StarAlliance vs @SkyTeam

Posted onMarch 17, 2014August 30, 2014AuthorChris Owen

When we travel, the unexpected is often one of the best parts of any trip and often result in a different view on a variety of topics.  An amazing dining experience at a local restaurant can inspire us to be Read More …

CategoriesExperience, PlanningTagsaskyteam, astaralliance, luggage, resolved, smackdown

Carnival Cruise Ship Enhanced On The Way To Australia

Posted onMarch 5, 2014August 29, 2014AuthorChris Owen

Carnival Legend recently returned to the Port of Tampa after a remodeling project that included all the usual maintenance performed while in dry dock.  Standard ship upgrades, along with new carpeting, tile work and wall coverings were added, much like Read More …

CategoriesPlanningTagsaustralia, carnival, cruise, enhanced

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