The Talking Suitcase

17/01/2025

Royal Caribbean Utopia of the Seas Review: 4-Night Bahamas & Perfect Day at CocoCay

Thinking about sailing on Royal Caribbean's newest ship? See what we did during our 4 night sailing. We even tried the new Royal Railway!

Have you sailed on Utopia of the Seas? Leave us a comment with your favorite part of the new ship.

https://www.thetalkingsuitcase.com/royal-caribbean-utopia-of-the-seas-review-4-night-bahamas-perfect-day-at-cococay/

14/01/2025

Travel Tips

10/01/2025

🌋 Brunch with a view 🌋

K is currently dining at a rooftop restaurant in Antigua mesmerized by the views of volcanoes Acatenango and Fuego.

He said it’s surreal to see the volcano erupt while eating brunch.

He actually hiked Acatenango yesterday (more to come on that adventure)

*You can’t really see the smoke in this photo but it’s a smokin’

08/01/2025

Spend the day at CocoCay with Royal Caribbean 🏖️🛳️. Book with me and enjoy this offer:

✅ Kids Sail FREE
✅ 60% Off 2nd Guest

Kids Sail Free + 60% Off the Second Guest

07/01/2025

Today’s tip will ensure you’re able to keep your devices charged up all vacation long! As a travel advisor, I’m here to help remind you of things you may not think of. What’s your best travel tip? Let me know below!

02/01/2025

Take a vacation and escape the cold this winter with Norwegian Cruise Line ☀️🛳. Book with me and get:
✅ 50% Off Your Fares
✅ $100 Onboard Credit
✅ FREE 3rd & 4th Guests
✅ FREE Airfare for 2nd Guest

50% off + More At Sea + $100 Onboard Credit

31/12/2024

🧳Travel Tip 🧴Purchase bath products in a new scent that you will use on your vacation. The scent memory you create will be an awesome souvenir when you return home and continue to use the product.

Follow this page for more travel tips and adventures 🛫

28/12/2024

Let me craft the perfect itinerary for a trip to Croatia ☀️🌊. Visit the most beautiful places on Earth like Dubrovnik on your next European adventure.

27/12/2024

The breathtaking beauty of Cannon Beach awaits you right here in the U.S. 🌊 🪨 . Comment down below if you'd visit Cannon Beach ⬇️ .

19/12/2024

The 10 Days of Travel continue with Budapest 🫧 🏰 . Take an AmaWaterways river cruise and visit places like Budapest & Austria in one trip 🛳️ .

Take advantage of this winter deal —
✅ Up to $2,000 Off
✅ Stateroom Upgrade
✅ Up to $400 Onboard Credit

16/12/2024

Welcome to the 10 Days of Travel countdown ✈️ 🌎 ! Day 2 features winter in Switzerland ❄️⛷️ . Contact me to plan a trip this holiday season.

14/12/2024

Immerse yourself in the aromas of cinnamon, ginger, and roasted almonds in Riga, Latvia's breathtaking Christmas market ❄️🎄. Plan a family trip with me this winter season for sweet memories and happy holidays.

02/12/2024

💳 This is WHY you should be utilizing your everyday spend for award travel

💴 Flying & hotels are EXPENSIVE

🍎You’re already spending money each week on groceries, gas, insurance, kids clothing, dining out, etc. Why not take advantage of your everyday spending to travel for FREE?!

🎄 You’ll also be spending extra this time of year on gifts and parties.

Here are some examples from our upcoming Asia trip:

This is for 4 people…..

✈️ Flight BOS-LHR-HKG = 460,000 miles + $1,401.90 (Cathay Pacific business class transferred from CapOne & Amex)
***Cash value $23,000

✈️ Flight SIN-JFK = 574,000 miles + $265.85 (Singapore Airlines business class transferred from Chase)
***Cash value $17,998.51

✈️ Flight ORF-BOS = 55,092 + $22.40 (Southwest economy points from SW card)
***Cash value $811.88

🏨 Hotel Holiday Inn Koh Samui - 4 nights
2 rooms = 112,000 IHG points + $0
***Cash value $1,041.86

🏨 Hotel Conrad Bangkok - 3 nights
2 rooms = 210,000 Hilton points + $0
***Cash value $973.70

💰 I could never afford to pay so much on a flight, but with points it’s possible. When flying economy or getting a saver flight, it’s way less points and $.

🌍 The route between JFK and SIN is the world’s LONGEST FLIGHT!

Award Travel makes it possible for us to visit amazing destinations and travel more frequently.

🚢 We use points for flights and hotels and pay for our cruises when on a good sale.

❓Questions? Leave a comment

19/11/2024

How do you organize itineraries for a trip?

I like plain old pen and paper as well as typing up ideas in the Notes app on my phone so it’s handy while traveling.

Lucy chose Thailand as her high school graduation trip, so I’ve been busy working out a basic itinerary and searching award flights to get us the best deals to Asia.

The notes will become more detailed as plans are finalized. It’s now just a rough idea of what our trip will look like.

13/11/2024

Virgin Voyages has a great sale starting today. Save 80% off 2nd sailor plus up to $300 Bar Tab!

💥Don't forget - gratuities, soda, fitness classes and more are included.

Bar Tab savings based on cruise length booked.

**Message me for details**

12/11/2024

⇨ Learn all about Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas ⇦

The ship boasts a ton of new features including some “first at sea” experiences such as the first swim-up bar in the fleet, the biggest waterpark at sea and the first suspended infinity pool at sea.

Read it here --> https://www.thetalkingsuitcase.com/icon-of-the-seas-tips-whats-new-onboard/

What is your favorite Icon of the Seas feature?

Learn Icon of the Seas tips & what's new onboard Royal Caribbean's first Icon Class ship. New features and so much to explore!

08/11/2024

🌟Fantastic price on Celebrity Cruises Aqua Class Suite🌟

Sail on the Celebrity Equinox mid-March 2025 for only $2,447.10 for 2 guests!!

Includes access to specialty restaurant Blu, unlimited access to The Persian Garden, and more.

$500 non-refundable deposit. Rate does not include insurance nor gratuities.

*Message me for details