Let’s be honest — we’ve all fallen down the rabbit hole of travel booking sites, tabs multiplying like crazy, only to close the laptop more confused than when we started. Here’s the thing: there’s a big difference between a trip that goes fine and a trip that blows your mind. A Travel Advisor is the…
Turn on the news and you’d think the entire planet was off-limits. Put down the remote, however, and you’ll find billions of people living their lives, welcoming strangers, and serving incredible food to anyone brave enough to show up. Turns out, “troubled times” is a headline — not a travel advisory. The fear of what…
Considering joining the growing number of solo travelers? Curious about what this whole solo cruising thing is like? Unsure if solo sailing is for you? More and more people are cruising solo these days, and (spoiler alert!) they are not all single people. Many people who are in relationships or are married also choose to…
The airport gate flashes “Delayed.” Your luggage is somewhere between here and a mystery continent. It’s raining on the one day you planned for the perfect sunset photo. Travel has a funny way of shredding our carefully color-coded itineraries — and then handing us something better in return. Because somewhere between the missed train and the wrong…
Considering a river cruise but don’t know where to start? There are many different options when it comes to river cruises, and it can be daunting to sort through everything! Read on to learn more about some of the basics of river cruising. River cruises are a fantastic way to travel. From easy city-center access…
My travels have taken me to many wonderful places around the globe. I have visited 51 countries so far, with more on the books for 2026 and 2027. Whether it is a bustling city or a small village, I love to explore new and exciting places. I began most of my travel in the late…
With so many choices of things to see and do in any given city, putting an effective itinerary together can be tricky. Picking the perfect things to do within the time you have there can be a daunting task. Considering a few key things can help make putting a travel itinerary together easy and stress-free….
Hotel choices are endless! Picking the perfect place to stay can be a daunting task. Considering a few key things can help make choosing a hotel easy and stress-free. When planning to travel, the hotel you choose can make or break your trip. I have discovered a few key things in my years of traveling…
Choosing a cruise ship cabin can be a daunting experience. With so many different options to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you? Let’s explore some of the similarities and key differences between two popular cabin types: ocean view and balcony. I have had the pleasure of doing more than…
I have had the opportunity to sail many times on three of the four Azamara ships and both of the Crystal ships since 2022. There are many similarities between the two ships and cruise lines, but there are also a few differences between the two. During five Azamara Cruises (on Journey, Pursuit, and Quest) and…