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01/06/2025

Some warm thoughts on this snowy day!
📍Clearwater Beach, Bermuda

01/05/2025

Been under the weather😷
How do you keep yourself healthy on a cruise?

01/02/2025

This information is for traveling to the UK. Traveling to the rest of Europe will have a similar requirement but a date and way to apply has not been shared yet.

Attention! Effective January 8: All U.S. citizens (including children) traveling to or through the UK for tourism, business or short-term study for 6 months or less will require an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Please see full details on how to apply for your ETA at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-when-you-can-get-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta

01/01/2025

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy & adventurous 2025!🥂

12/31/2024

Wave Season is upon us so make sure you check out my 7 money saving hacks cruise lines wish you didn't know!!

Learn how to save money on your next cruise with these 7 hacks for 2025 cruise lines wish you didn't know about! To ...

12/31/2024

I hope everybody had a great holiday or still enjoying the holiday season!

So what did you get?!

My family bought me a new toiletry bag, a couple of air tags & a usb hub which is now approved on a lot of cruise lines. The last one will come in handy at home too.😊

12/29/2024

2025 will be having 11 new cruise ships in the water. I think there are 8 that you should really know about!
Check out my video on the 8 cruise ships to know about in 2025 and then let me know which ship would you like to sail first!

Want to book a new cruise ship for 2025? Well, before you do, check out my 8 ships that I think you should know about and try in 2025. I offer details about ...

12/28/2024

Which ship are the cleanest in 2024?
A couple have sailed or will be sailing out of the NY Metro area

The CDC randomly inspects cruise ships to prevent the spread of stomach viruses. Of the 128 it's reviewed this year, 27 have received a perfect score.

12/26/2024

Happy Hanukah to those who celebrate!

12/25/2024

Merry Cruisemas! Let us know if Santa left a cruise under your tree!!

12/23/2024

Wishing you all a very blessed holiday season! 😊🩷

12/22/2024

Stay warm!

12/21/2024

Any snow by you on the first day of winter?

12/19/2024

NCL has announced that they are revamping the Bliss and Breakaway like they did on the Joy and Encore.
My thoughts-
Sad to see the observation lounge shortened to make room for more staterooms. I feel the observation lounges are a great feature on the ship and NCL's public spaces seem to be too small for the amount of people sailing. JMO - what are your thoughts of the public space sizes.

They seem to be expanding all extra cost areas of the ships again minimizing where you can go to just enjoy the ship that is included in the fare.

I'm intrigued by the "immersive cinema" bistro on Breakaway and that is because I am a big movie fan.

Guests Will Have More to Do and More to Enjoy with the World’s First-Ever Immersive Cinema and Dining Offering at Sea, ‘Silver Screen Bistro,’ to Premiere Exclusively Aboard Norwegian Breakaway, and a Brand-New Outdoor Venue, ‘Horizon Park,’ to Debut on Both ShipsNorwegian Bliss’ Updates...

12/18/2024

What do you think is the best cruise line & top reason why?

12/17/2024

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12/16/2024

This is great info for pre or post cruise travel!
United is the 1st airline to utilize air tag tracking if your luggage is lost!
You do need to purchase the air tags and put them in your luggage so they can use the technology.
Amazon is having a sale for 4 pack Air tags. https://amzn.to/3BwdRKe

Or you can but a single one too! https://amzn.to/3ZWPFKo

United Airlines will use the shared location to more quickly find delayed bags and reunite them with customers.

12/15/2024

🚨SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT ON MSC DRINK PACKAGES:
MSC Cruises is introducing updates to its beverage packages to enhance the onboard experience while promoting a balanced approach to indulgence. Starting from 18th December 2024, these changes will apply to sailings departing from 1st April 2025 onwards. Here’s what you need to know about the new packages and how they can enhance your cruise experience.

What’s Changing?
Unlimited Non-Alcoholic Drinks: Guests can continue to enjoy unlimited soft drinks, juices, and other non-alcoholic options as part of their package.
Alcoholic Drink Limits: Packages will now include up to 15 alcoholic drinks per day per person. This limit helps create a responsible and enjoyable atmosphere while maintaining the high-quality service MSC is known for.
Additional Drinks: If guests wish to enjoy more than the 15 alcoholic drinks included, they can do so at an additional charge.
Special Considerations for MSC Yacht Club Guests
For those staying in the exclusive MSC Yacht Club, unlimited drinks will still be available within the Yacht Club area. However, the 15-drink limit will apply when dining or relaxing in other parts of the ship.

For Existing Bookings:
Guests who book their drinks package before 18th December 2024 will continue to receive the service corresponding to their original package. This ensures no surprises for those who have already planned their trip.

Why the Change?
MSC Cruises is committed to providing an elevated experience for all guests. By balancing indulgence with responsibility, these changes ensure that guests enjoy an atmosphere of quality, service, and safety. With a wide variety of cocktails, beers, wines, and spirits to choose from, there’s plenty to enjoy under the new package structure.

So if you already booked your drink package no change for you. If you booked YAcht Club, no change for you. This policy is in line with many other cruise line drink policies so I don't see a huge issue.

Thoughts?