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
The Disney Treasure is Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship to hit the seas and this beauty is currently sailing 7-Night Eastern & Western itineraries out of Port Canaveral. I had the privilege of touring this stunning vessel prior to her Maiden Voyage and when I say, this is the most stunning ship I have ever
Allure of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean’s massive Oasis Class ships. Launched in 2010, she remains one of the largest cruise ships in the world. If you have not experienced an Oasis Class ship, you are missing out! You will never hear your kids say they are bored on this ship! Here are
Mystical Dream Travel recently sailed on a Royal Caribbean cruise that stopped at Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay. There are many fun activities to enjoy at Perfect Day so our agents split up and enjoyed several areas of the island. Those of us who sailed without our families had
A cruise is one of my favorite types of vacations to take. There are a variety of options for ships, destinations, and there is something for everyone in your family on board a cruise ship. Cruises can also be romantic and are a popular option for honeymoons, anniversaries, or just to get away without the
Preparing for a cruise requires thought and planning due to the stateroom space and the limited opportunity to purchase items once onboard. Here are 5 essential items to take on a cruise. Carry-on Bag: Pack a carry-on bag for your embarkation day. Include all the essentials you'll need before your luggage arrives at your stateroom, including
