The Dr. Seuss Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast is a special event offering on most Carnival cruises. It is typically offered on the last day at sea with two seating times available. The special offering will cost you an additional $5 per person. I imagine you’re wondering if it is worth it to pay an…
Half Moon Cay Cabana Rental Shore Excursion
For me cruising is all about relaxation. It isn’t often enough that I unplug and truly let myself relax and be at ease. On a recent Carnival cruise I did with my sister, we stopped at Half Moon Cay – the private island in the Bahamas that Carnival and Holland America share. We splurged on…
Escape Winter to a Private Beach Excursion in Cozumel
Going on a cruise is such a great way to escape the frigid winter weather. Imagine yourself sitting on a white sand beach with the sun shining bright overhead. You’re falling into a deep relaxed state as you slowly breath in the aromatic sea air. Sounds pretty great right now, doesn’t it? This past December…
Discovering Key West
Located in the southernmost part of Florida, the island city of Key West is known for its rich history, conch-style houses and laid-back attitude. It was once home to famed author, Ernest Hemingway. The Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum is a popular Key West tourist destination. Key West is also a great destination for having…
11 Reasons Why Cruising is the Best Way to Relax
There is perhaps no better way to unwind than taking a great vacation. However, if you are looking for the ultimate in relaxing vacations, a cruise is the way to go. Read on for 11 reasons why cruising is the best way to relax. In December, I went on a wonderfully relaxing cruise with my…
Things Grandparents and Kids can do on a Cruise
In recent years, my family has discovered that multi-generational travel is the absolute best. Multi-generational travel is a chance for mom, dad, kids and grandparents to explore, have fun and reconnect as a family. In practice, traveling with both kids and grandparents can pose some challenges. Different schedules and interests can make it difficult to…
Cruising with a Large Family
Three generations of my family recently headed down to Miami to embark on a 4 day Western Caribbean cruise aboard the Carnival Ecstasy. I can’t recall a time when planning a family vacation was this easy. I am so excited to partner with Carnival Cruise Line for this blog post and share some of the…
Explore the Mayan Ruins in Cozumel
While the Royal Caribbean onboard experience is enough in itself, one of the things I most loved about my Liberty of the Seas cruise was the shore excursion I took in Cozumel, Mexico. At first it was a difficult decision to choose a shore excursion in Cozumel. There were so many fun and exciting things to…
I Got My Happy Back on a Royal Caribbean Cruise
Have you ever forgotten what it’s like to have a real good belly laugh or smile so much that your cheeks begin to hurt? I had found myself in that place, feeling stuck in a rut and not knowing how to get out. I was taking myself and my life much too seriously. It was…