One of the first questions I get when helping families plan a Disney Cruise is: “Why does it cost more than other cruises, and what exactly is included?” It’s a fair question. At first glance, the price of a Disney Cruise Line vacation can seem higher than other cruise lines. But when you look closely
Wonder of the Seas isn’t just a cruise ship - it’s a floating destination. As one of Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class Ships, it offers an unmatched blend of thrill, relaxation, world-class dining, and show-stopping entertainment. With so much to see and do, there is definitely something for everyone in your traveling party. I recently had
I recently had the pleasure of attending one of the inaugural sailings of Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Destiny. You might notice this is titled My Five Most Favorite Things about the ship, but narrowing it down to five was not easy. I actually have far more than five favorites, but these truly
One of the questions I get asked most often is: “Which Disney Cruise Line ship is the best?” And my answer is always the same: it depends on who is sailing. Because when it comes to Disney Cruise Line, best isn’t one-size-fits-all — it varies based on your priorities, your group, your itinerary, and what
As a travel advisor, I spend my days crafting unforgettable trips for my clients—but every so often, I get to experience one for myself. Recently, I sailed aboard the Norwegian Epic with a group of 13 adults (my family and friends) on a spectacular itinerary through the Greek Isles and the Mediterranean, and I had
Have you ever wanted to go on a cruise but not sure what all is included and don’t want to end up with a big bill at the end? Well I have the answers to take a cruise on a budget. The first thing you’ll need to do is to pick the sailing or destination
This August, I had the incredible opportunity to take an 11-night Alaska Cruise Tour with Royal Caribbean alongside my family—and let me tell you, it was nothing short of amazing. From the vast wilderness of Denali to the sparkling glaciers and charming port towns, we experienced Alaska in a way that went far beyond what
When you think of family summer vacations, visions of the beach or a theme park often come to mind. But I decided to do something different this year, and my family and I cruised Alaska. It was an amazing experience, and a great way to vacation with my two boys, ages 16 and 12. If
My family recently sailed on AmaWaterway's AmaLyra along the Seine River from Paris to Normandy and back to Paris. One of the many things that I loved about our cruise was the included excursions. In every port, you can choose between one of several tours. For example, in Rouen, we had a choice between the
When my husband requested a family trip to Normandy, I checked into several trip options including self-guided tours, land tours, and river cruises. I have always been intrigued by river cruises and when I saw AmaWaterways’ Paris and Normandy cruise on the Seine River, I felt it was a great opportunity to try a river
