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28/06/2024

Athens and Poseidons Temple

24/06/2024

Today Weare heading to the last part of of our vacation, 11 days on the Disney Dream! We had 5 wonderful days in Rome and are heading to the port today!

20/06/2024

Made it to Rome!

19/06/2024

An unforgettable day in Florence

16/06/2024

More Tuscany....

11/06/2024

Next leg of our vacation, Barcelona and Montserrat! Absolutely beautiful!

19/02/2024

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26/01/2024

Now this is a BIG ship!!

Royal Caribbean's new ship almost defies the imagination, and its features push the boundaries of a camera lens.

26/04/2023

Well, big change of plans!
Hard to believe, but our Cunard cruise got canceled due to maintenance issues. Believe me, not in my wildest dreams did I expect THAT!!
Anyways, after 2 days of relentless searching, rebooking cruise, flights and all of our activities that we had planned on both sides of the pond we will now be doing an 11 night transatlantic on the Anthem of the Seas with Royal Caribbean. Not exactly what we had hoped for, but I am sure we will have a great time.
AND we will try Cunard once more in December!

22/04/2023

20/04/2023

It is almost time to go on my transatlantic cruise with Cunard. This will be a first for me. Seven Sea Days! I am super excited, going with my daughter Sandy. We will be arriving in London during the coronation weekend. Hopefully that doesn't mean we will be fighting crowds. So much to look forward to!!

12/04/2023

📣 Calling all foodies! The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE will be dishing up delights July 27 through November 18, 2023.

06/04/2023

Exciting news! Soon you will be able to wear your magic bands on your Disney Cruises! No more wearing of lanyards, your magic bands will take care of everything!

Hands-free meets the sea! Guests booked on select Disney Wish sailings in Summer 2023 will be invited to be among the first to experience DisneyBand+ before it makes its official debut.

03/04/2023

This is why Ute Harshbarger is the expert!

Some travelers say changes meant to improve visits to Disney World have left vacations harder to plan than ever before.

29/03/2023

Just booked our cruise for next year, going back to the Mediterranean! Disney added lots of new ports, like Turkey and Malta. Looking forward to exploring new places and making memories!

29/03/2023

23/03/2023

Booking starts next week! Be amongst the first to visit Disney's New Island!

Disney Cruise Line has announced its summer 2024 season with new and popular itineraries to incredible destinations in the Mediterranean, northern Europe, Alaska and the Caribbean, including Lighthouse Point! Guests can experience Disney Cruise Line's new island destination in The Bahamas on inaugural sailings beginning June 2024.

22/03/2023

Now it is almost time to book activities for our Iceland Cruise!
So much to choose from. We definitely want to see the Golden Circle and some of the awesome waterfalls. I think this time we will use some outside vendors. Smaller groups and better prices.
I will see how that goes.

17/03/2023

We are thinking of a River Cruise this Christmas Season. Would love to go to the Christmas Markets again.

16/03/2023

Over the next few days we'll be sharing All the Disney Thrills around Walt Disney World, including what's coming next! Follow along on our Instagram Stories as we give you all the highlights.

12/03/2023

I can't wait to go there! Bet it will be just as magical as Castaway!

01/03/2023

This shows you the 4 levels of the castaway club, including their newest, The Pearl level,which goes into effect on May 1st of this year, the same time the 25th Anniversary celebration of Disney Cruise Line starts! More of that later!

28/02/2023

Enter Disney Cruise Line 25th Anniversary Sweepstakes for a chance to win a magical cruise vacation to Disney cruise Line’s private island paradise! No Purchase Necessary. Ends 3/16/23.

27/02/2023

It's been quite a while since I posted, but there is a lot coming up in the near future, so it's time to post again.
Super excited about Disney Cruise Line adding a new tier for cruisers with 25 or more completed cruises. I will talk more about that soon.
I am planning several cruises myself for this year and will report all about them!

Transatlantic with Cunard the end of April

Dominican Republic with Virgin Voyages

And Iceland and Northern Europe with Disney cruise Line

So stay tuned and I will post updates as we go along!

10/02/2023

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17/06/2022

Jim and I just returned from our first Alaska cruise on the Disney Wonder! It was amazing. The views were absolutely awesome!!
As always, the Disney service did not disappoint.
We will definitely be returning to Alaska soon!

12/04/2022

Last week, we celebrated the latest milestone, which means we are one step closer to the Disney Wish’s delivery. The ship journeyed from the Meyer Werft ship...

31/03/2022

BREAKING: Normal Character Meet and Greets Returning to U.S. Parks & Resorts, Disney Cruise Line Beginning April 18

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24/03/2022

People who know me are very familiar with my love of the Disney Cruise Line (19 cruises and counting). Well--get ready for a shocker--I just returned from a Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady (18+ only) Cruise. Before I booked, I looked at many reviews, watched videos, and to tell the truth, I was on the fence; but to be a good Travel Agent, you must experience it all! Here are some of my thoughts:
First to appreciate what Virgin has to offer you have to take things slow and keep your eyes open to take it all in. It's the attention to detail that Virgin has mastered, from the layout of the ship, to underwater-themed colorful LED elevators, to the modern iPad-controlled rooms, the gourmet restaurants, and specialty-themed lounges, bars, and swimming area. On our cruise (which was at about 60% passenger capacity) the pool area was a good blend of quiet and relaxation and the bars could be a quiet respite or a live music-filled, happening spot, depending on which one you visited.

Virgin voyages created an environment that was visually interesting, full of nooks and crannies to discover, and reflective of its desire for all of its "sailors" to have a great vacation. Additionally, the cruise felt like a good value for money. All of its 20+ dining venues and all gratuities were included in the fare price, and things that are often extra on many cruise lines (gelato, arcade video games, and most soft drinks--including sparkling water) were included. As a result there were few, if any, times one felt any pressure to spend money beyond the cruise; of course there were ample opportunities to do so if one felt inclined, but it was slightly more subtle than some other cruise lines.

Another unique feature was the entertainment: Never Sleep Alone hosted by Doctor Audrey (not for the faint hearted); Duel Reality (Romeo and Juillet with an elaborate acrobatic circus twist); and Ships in the Night (an edgy, immersive song and dance routine). In addition to these major productions there was also live music, a casino, trivia, and dance parties. And if relaxation is more your thing there are numerous areas around the ship to have a quite drink with wonderful views.

For our cabin, we had the extra-large sea terrace (265 Sq.ft.) which was very modern and adequate for the two us. The closet didn't have a door but provided plenty of storage and a safe. The bathroom was of a nice size, and the cabin also had a mini fridge. Our steward provided complimentary fresh water (your choice of still or sparkling) throughout the day. There was even a hammock on the balcony! There are several levels of rooms to choose from, it seems each room or room style had a different layout and decor. The smaller of the "Rock Star" suites is something we may try in the feature; it comes with drink perks and is a little bigger than the room we had. Seems there is something for everyone's taste and check book.
I was very impressed with the eateries; options included Italian, Mexican, Korean, Steakhouse, Vegan (with a "secret" steak menu), and a Test Kitchen (think innovative tasting menus). Everything was made fresh to order and clearly carefully curated, with each restaurant having its own kitchen--rather a change from the catering-style central kitchen design on most cruise ships. My husband is a very picky eater, but each restaurant was able to accommodate him. From the food to the service, everything was amazing. In addition to these major eateries, you can eat at the Galley (The Floating Fresh Food Market), which serves as Virgin's multi-cuisine version of a buffet. And did I mention the made-to-order pizza, hand dipped ice-creams, and candy store (yup, included)?
Virgin's Beach Club is on the island of Bimini, came complete with two very large swimming pools--w/music of course-- beach side lounge chairs and a restaurant and bars, and shower stations.

To sum up, our overall impression was that Virgin Voyages offered great service, fantastic food, unique entertainment experiences, all packaged in a modern, well thought-out ship. Admittedly, Virgin may not be for everyone -- if you prefer a traditional main dining room, Broadway style entertainment, and more family-oriented programming, this may not be the cruise line for you. But for those who are looking for great food, great service, and a less traditional cruise experience, it's definitely worth considering. As for us, would we do it again? Absolutely!