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July 25, 2021

I Miss Cruising and Can't Wait to Cruise Again!

It has been about 2 ½ years since my last cruise. The withdrawal is killing me! I can’t take it much longer….
May 17, 2021

Bucket List Cruises: Asia

Asia has long been on my travel bucket list. But how do you begin to plan an itinerary that encompasses such a huge area?
May 3, 2021

Bucket List Cruises: The Galapagos Islands & Machu Picchu

The Galapagos Islands is on my cruise bucket-list destination for good reason: This archipelago 620 miles off Ecuador’s coast
April 26, 2021

Bucket List Cruises; South Africa

There has been plenty of time for my husband and I to fine tune our travel wish-list, and with cruising being our preferred t
March 22, 2021

The Celebrity Retreat Experience

For suite guests aboard a Celebrity Cruise Line ship, the Retreat offers a vacation experience that rivals any high-end resor
December 4, 2020

Playing the Waiting Game until My Next Cruise

It has been well over a year since I boarded a cruise ship to sail away on vacation! Gosh I miss it!
November 30, 2020

Ready to Cruise?

I don’t know about you but I’m sick and tired of mourning the vacations I had planned but never happened in 2020.
February 24, 2020

The Newly Renovated Norwegian Spirit

The Norwegian Spirit has undergone a $100 million renovation as part of The Norwegian Edge program, designed to update and el
February 10, 2020

Why Reef-Safe Sunscreen Is Important

Reef-safe sunscreen…I keep hearing about these products but I admit, until I started to get ready for my upcoming Caribbean v
January 27, 2020

Azamara... When Luxury Does Not Mean Stuffy

I had begun to plan a cruise with a friend of mine and we were discussing the cruise lines that offered a particular
January 18, 2020

2 Scoops of Oceania's "Regatta Royale" Please

You scream, I scream…we all scream for ice cream! Especially when it’s the handmade, unique flavors of Humphrey
January 5, 2020

Celebrity Cruises Let’s You Extend Your Stay

Would you pay to extend your stay aboard a Celebrity ship for half a day? Well, it’s now an option on cruises
December 30, 2019

New Cruise Ships Debuting in 2020

Looking to book on the newest ship cruising the deep blue sea? Here are your choices for 2020 and some of what makes them spe
December 23, 2019

Princess Cruises Wants to Break Record for Largest Vow-Renewal Ceremony

I post this because I am a hopeless romantic. I believe in love at first sight. I am known to cry at movies, at songs,
December 15, 2019

Azamara Expands World Wildlife Fund Partnership

Azamara has announce an expanded partnership with the World Wildlife Fund, the world's leading conservation organization
December 9, 2019

Stocking Stuffers for the Cruiser

I love shopping for and opening up stocking stuffers! And when they're something useful, all the better!
November 27, 2019

MSC Cruises Announces an Accessible Tours Program

MSC Cruises announced that they will roll out an accessible shore excursions program with tours available in 20 destinations
November 20, 2019

What’s Cookin’ in Carnival’s Kitchen?

Carnival Cruise Line has announced plans to debut a new hands-on culinary experience called Carnival Kitchen on the...
November 15, 2019

Reasons to Arrive to Your Cruise a Day Early

Maybe I’m just a Nervous Nellie, but the thought of flying to my cruise embarkation port on the day of the cruise causes..
November 7, 2019

Family Reunions at Sea

You can’t flip your calendar over to November without thinking about the family gatherings ahead. Grandparents, parents...
October 31, 2019

The “NEW” Oasis of the Seas

It doesn’t seem like it was all that long ago that the entire cruise industry was abuzz with excitement over Royal...
October 24, 2019

Are you Real ID compliant?

Heads up... beginning October 1, 2020, (that’s one short year from now), you will need a Real ID
October 17, 2019

Goodbye Grandeur of the Seas

Royal Caribbean announced today it will be transferring Grandeur of the Seas out of its fleet in the spring of 2021...
October 10, 2019

Introducing Oceania's Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center

As part of Oceania Cruises’ “OceaniaNEXT” initiative, the cruise line will replace the fleet's existing onboard Canyon...
October 3, 2019

Why I’m a Fan of Packing Cubes

Years ago my family took a road trip vacation to several national parks. We were changing hotels every few days so there...
September 26, 2019

Viking Cruises Presents "Great Homes, Gardens & Gin"

I was a big fan of the Downton Abbey, the British period drama series that aired on PBS for six seasons. And when I recall..
September 19, 2019

Azamara Pursuit…a Short Review

Last Saturday we returned from our cruise aboard the Azamara Pursuit. It was a country intensive voyage that stayed in...
August 29, 2019

Why I Chose the Azamara Pursuit

I am the vacation planner in our household. My husband has no real interest in where we go…he just happily tags along...
August 22, 2019

Surviving the Long Flight to Your Cruise

Cruising around Europe is my favorite type of cruising! I try to plan a cruise to the Mediterranean or to Northern Europe...
August 15, 2019

Two Perfect Days at CocoCay?

Is there such a thing as too much of a good thing? Royal Caribbean doesn’t think so. The cruise line announced it is...
August 8, 2019

Cruising With John Heald

Did I hear somebody ask, “Who is John Heald?” If you are a loyal cruiser with Carnival Cruise Line then I’m sure you know...
August 1, 2019

Making the Most of Embarkation Day

People often ask the Direct Line Cruises' consultants what time they should get to the port on embarkation day...
August 1, 2019

The New Carnival Sunrise

Next spring the Carnival Triumph will be dry docked in Cadiz, Spain for what is said to be the priciest cruise ship makeover.
July 24, 2019

River Cruising for the Young and Active Passenger?

The thought of a river cruise has intrigued me since the days when I would watch “Downton Abby” on PBS and Viking...
July 18, 2019

Princess Cruise Line’s Phantom Bridge

Are you part of the “escape room” obsession? You know, that pastime in which you pay to get locked in a windowless room...
July 11, 2019

Carnival Cruise Line Doing Its Part to Clean the World

Carnival Cruise Line announced it will partner with Clean the World, a global health organization committed to improving...
June 27, 2019

Luxury & Science Aboard the Celebrity Flora

If a trip to the Galapagos Islands is on your bucket list it may be time for you to check out the Celebrity Flora. Celebrity
June 20, 2019

Azamara Expands its Land Programs

Land or sea? This is a question I ask myself every year as I plan our following year’s vacation. There are advantages to...
June 13, 2019

It's Time to Cruise to Bermuda!

Bermuda…pink sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters, pastel colored houses…as if that isn’t enough of an excuse to...
June 6, 2019

Cruising Millennials

My husband and I are “Baby Boomers,” parents to a young man considered a “Millennial.” A well-known research center....
May 20, 2019

Why You Should Be Cruising to Cuba NOW

I just returned from a 4-night cruise aboard the Norwegian Sun that included an overnight stay in Havana, Cuba. Some people..
May 8, 2019

Cruising to Key West, Florida with Kids

I’ll be cruising to the Bahamas and Florida next week and one of the ports of call is Key West. I’m looking forward to...
May 2, 2019

Cruising to St. Maarten / St Martin with Kids

The last time my Eastern Caribbean cruise visited the French / Dutch island of St. Maarten / St Martin I dragged my husband..
April 22, 2019

Cruising to Cozumel, Mexico with Kids

Cozumel, Mexico my favorite port of call on a Western Caribbean cruise! I’ve been there a dozen times and I still haven’t...
April 18, 2019

Cruising to Nassau, Bahamas with Kids

A day in the Bahamas seems to be synonymous with Atlantis or the straw market. Looking for something different that will...
April 10, 2019

Cruising to San Juan with Kids

My family has always enjoyed our time in the Caribbean, especially San Juan, Puerto Rico. We love strolling the old city...
April 4, 2019

Cruising to St. Thomas with the Kids

When your Eastern Caribbean cruises stops at St. Thomas what are your plans? Many families head straight to the beach for...
March 28, 2019

Cruising to Grand Cayman Island With the Kids

Are you cruising to the Caribbean and looking for something to do with the kids when your ship docks in Grand Cayman?
March 21, 2019

Caribbean Hot Spots…and I Don’t Mean the Beach

Every Caribbean island has that one place that you just have to check out while you’re there. That spot that even the...
March 11, 2019

Been There Done That…Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona is my favorite city in the world! The food, the architecture, the art, the people… all keep me heading back...
February 24, 2019

Samantha Brown Sails the Danube aboard the AmaMagna

Years ago, when the Travel Channel’s programming was all about traveling, I became a Samantha Brown fan. I booked hotels...
February 21, 2019

Cunard’s "Event Cruises"

A theme cruise can be a bit tacky (I shudder at the thought of an Elvis cruise filled with a ship of hip-gyrating...
February 11, 2019

Been There Done That…Athens, Greece

I have a Mediterranean cruise booked for the fall that will once again leave from Piraeus, the port city located within the..
January 31, 2019

Been There Done That…Venice, Italy

Venice is such a magical city I don’t think I will ever tire of visiting. Should it be included on any of my future...
January 21, 2019

Been There, Done That...Florence, Italy

Is your Mediterranean cruise stopping in Livorno again? You’ve already visited all the major sites in Florence, made side...
January 17, 2019

Been There, Done That…Rome, Italy

Every city has those iconic sights that every traveler makes it a point to see on their first visit. But what happens when..
December 28, 2018

Cruise Ships to Look For in 2019

Who doesn’t love a new ship? Here’s the 2019 line-up that we’re all looking forward to!
December 16, 2018

Unlocking Perks on Royal Caribbean With "The Key"

What onboard amenities would you be willing to pay for that would take your cruise vacation experience from good to great?
December 10, 2018

Choosing Your Cruise For 2019

Today I wanted to finalize my travel plans for the upcoming year but with so many options I was feeling a bit overwhelmed!
November 12, 2018

Magical Moments aboard the Azamara Pursuit

I recently returned from a Mediterranean cruise aboard the Azamara Pursuit and it was absolutely wonderful!
November 7, 2018

Small-ship Cruising Aboard the Azamara Pursuit

Small ship cruising is new to me. I always felt the larger the ship, the more bells and whistles, the better the cruise...
October 14, 2018

Food & Travel

As a child and well into my adult life I was a picky eater…a VERY picky eater! I wouldn’t let a green vegetable touch...
October 4, 2018

Holland America Adds Additional FOOD & WINE EXC Tours

Due to popular demand Holland announced that they are adding 20 new immersive culinary-themed FOOD & WINE EXC Tours...
September 24, 2018

Norwegian’s "Meet the Winemaker" Fall & Winter Schedule

Norwegian Cruise Line’s "Meet the Winemaker" cruise is a special program on select sail dates in which guests may participate
September 19, 2018

The Revolution Targets the Celebrity Summit

In order to bring their level of luxury up to the standards of the line's soon to sail Celebrity Edge, the cruise line will..
September 10, 2018

5 Reasons to Cruise to Europe in the Fall

For years I traveled to Europe in the heat of the summer. I was always insistent that our cruise vacations coincide with...
August 30, 2018

The Theatre on Celebrity Edge

The Celebrity Edge, innovative and pioneering in so many ways, can also boast having the most technologically advanced...
August 22, 2018

Viking River Cruises Ups the Minimum Age

Viking River Cruises has made a policy adjustment regarding the minimum passenger age, changing it from 12 years old to 18...
August 15, 2018

Royal Caribbean Introduces SoundSeeker

Royal Caribbean has a track record of using innovative technology to enhance the cruising experience (Bionic Bar, virtual...
August 8, 2018

My First Aid Essentials

When my son was little I traveled with so many medicines and first aid items, you would have thought I was trekking to the...
July 25, 2018

Saving Money on Your Cruise to Alaska

Would you love to cruise to Alaska but were put off thinking it’s way too expensive? That’s not necessarily true! This once..
July 16, 2018

Azamara South African Land and Sea Packages

I am told Africa is one of the most beautiful continents in the world. One day I will see for myself. It’s on my bucket...
July 1, 2018

Cruising Out of Baltimore

Our “Hate to Fly” tagline, obvious in all print advertisement from Direct Line Cruises, is based on the fact that if you do..
June 21, 2018

Halloween on the High Seas with Disney Cruise Line

Although Halloween is months away, Disney Cruise Line is already planning for it’s not so scary Halloween celebrations...
June 13, 2018

Cruise Lines Protecting the Future of the Oceans

The cruise lines depend on the oceans so it is only right that they oblige to environmental practices which help preserve...
June 4, 2018

A Royal Amplified Independence of the Seas

Royal Caribbean is amping up your favorite ship! Called Royal Amplified, these renovations are total transformations!..
May 23, 2018

Experiences Offered in the Cruise Line's Thermal Suite

I hope my explanation last week of a cruise ship’s spa area called the thermal suite was informative. As people begin to...
May 23, 2018

What is a Thermal Suite?

One of the most relaxing areas onboard a cruise ship is the thermal suite, yet many people are unaware of its existence or...
May 16, 2018

More Cuba Cruises to Choose From

If you’re ready to experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Cuba, chances are your favorite cruise line has a...
May 9, 2018

Our Favorite Things About the Norwegian Bliss

It was a great weekend for the staff of Direct Line Cruises because it was spent on the beautiful Norwegian Bliss.
April 29, 2018

Work Out with Celebrity Cruises and Canyon Ranch Spa

I never thought I would say that the availability of a well-equipped fitness center has become a top criterion in selecting..
April 26, 2018

Take a Cruise Vacation…For Your Health

I’m never shocked when I hear the statistic that the average U.S. employee only takes half of his or her eligible vacation...
April 16, 2018

Vinotherapy On Your Next MSC Cruise?

How do you de-stress? For me it’s sipping a glass of wine at the end of a long day. Or, once a month I treat myself to a...
April 9, 2018

Viking’s River & Ocean Voyages

River or ocean cruise? It’s a tough question to answer because I can easily make quite a case for either! To have the best..
April 2, 2018

Norwegian Cruise Line's Q Texas Smokehouse

Country singer-songwriter and recording artist, Camille Rae will be performing on the Norwegian Bliss which is set to debut..
March 26, 2018

Celebrity Cruises Adds More Adventure Shore Excursions

If you are under the impression that a cruise line shore excursion is nothing more than following a guide holding a little...
March 19, 2018

A Perfect Day At Coco Cay

I love listening to a client chatter enthusiastically about their last Caribbean cruise! Would it surprise you if I told you.
March 11, 2018

“The Secret Silk” Premieres on Princess Cruise Line

You may not know his name, but Stephen Schwartz is the Oscar-, Grammy- and Tony Award-winning composer of “Wicked,”...
March 4, 2018

Dining Aboard the Celebrity Edge

Celebrity Cruises revealed details of the dining program aboard the soon to sail Celebrity Edge and I have to say...
February 25, 2018

Princess Cruises Opens a Denali Treehouse

Have you ever caught an episode of the Animal Planet television series, Treehouse Masters? It’s been on for quite a few...
February 18, 2018

Celebrity Cruises Introduces the Discovery Collection Shore Excursions

Some cruisers would never consider walking off their ship with or without a guidebook in hand, to independently explore a...
February 11, 2018

The "New" Mariner of the Seas

his coming summer Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas is repositioning to Miami to add some freshness and excitement to...
January 25, 2018

Disney Bringing Back Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea in 2019

Disney Cruise Line has announced that they will be bringing back the popular Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea on...
January 18, 2018

How About Cruising to South America?

Many travel writers call South America the most exciting continent on the planet. It’s no wonder considering all that South..
January 10, 2018

Escape from Winter on a Cruise to…

So much of the east coast spent last Thursday sipping hot chocolate while watching Mother Nature cast her fury down upon...
January 3, 2018

My Cruising Resolutions for the New Year

Some years my New Year’s resolutions revolve around diet. I will lose ten pounds, I will eat more veggies, or I will cook...
December 13, 2017

Cruise Line Apps

Since people of every age rely on their cell phones for all sorts of news, it’s just natural that a cell phone would be the..
December 7, 2017

First Cruise

For all cruisers out there, (and if you’re reading this there’s good chance I’m addressing you), I’m sure your very first...
November 29, 2017

Celebrity Flora…A New Way to Cruise to the Galapagos

The Galapagos Islands, what I consider to be a living museum of evolutionary changes, has been inching to the top of my...
November 20, 2017

Cruising to Some of the Southern Caribbean’s Best Islands

For a cruise vacation with some lesser known ports of call, try a Southern Caribbean itinerary that include Antigua...
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