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I try cruises so you can decide if they’re right for you, without spending your own time and money figuring it out. ❤️????
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Latest cruise reviews, tips & guides
How Far In Advance Should You Book A Cruise? (Last Minute Isn’t Always Best)
When looking at cruise prices, it can be difficult to decide when to book. I’ve taken over 80 cruises to date – and have been…
MSC Status Match – What Is it And is it Worth Doing? A Step-by-Step Guide
I successfully used the MSC Status Match program to transfer my Norwegian Cruise Line loyalty status to MSC, and I have been enjoying the perks…
7 Surprising Things That Aren’t Included in Your Cruise Fare
If you’re looking to book a cruise you may be wondering if they are “All-inclusive.” I’ve been on a number of cruises ranging from premium…
Avoid Cruise Ship Weight Gain – 7 Easy Things You Can Do
We’ve all heard horror stories that claim that you’ll put on a pound a day during a cruise, but cruise ship weight gain isn’t inevitable….
7 Differences Between MSC and Costa Cruises – All Italian Cruise Lines Aren’t The Same
In this post, we look at the differences I have noticed between the cruise lines Costa and MSC. Both are Italian cruise lines, and both…
I Tried a Ropes Course on Top of a Cruise Ship! It was TERRIFYING (MSC Meraviglia)
I took a Mediterranean cruise onboard the MSC Meraviglia. In this post, I will be talking about my experience on the Himalayan Bridge rope course…
My 1st cruise with Costa Cruises: 11 Surprises!
Despite all of my research prior to my first cruise with Costa, there were still a number of things that surprised me. If you’re considering…
Marella Discovery Cabins – Honest Reviews and Cabins to Avoid
In this post, I will be discussing all cabin grades available onboard the Marella Discovery. I will also share a review of the balcony cabin…
Marella Cruises All Inclusive Drinks List
What is an ‘all-inclusive’ cruise fare? In May 2019, the whole Marella fleet became “all-inclusive.” The ‘all-inclusive’ cruise fare doesn’t include excursions or speciality restaurants but does…
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