Traveling with a toddler can be overwhelming. After all, toddlers are restless on flights, don’t adjust well to new bedtime routines, and can be very picky eaters. This post may contain affiliate links which means if you click and buy that I may make a commission, at no cost to you. Please see my disclosure policy forContinueContinue reading “How to Enjoy a Cruise with Your Toddler: A Complete Guide”
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Avoid Trouble: Items Banned on Cruise Ships
Preparing for your cruise is exciting and a little overwhelming. You don’t want to forget anything….but you also don’t want to bring something that is not allowed onboard! Cruising is a different kind of vacation from hotel and land tours. Ships have very set rules on what you can and cannot bring onboard. You mightContinueContinue reading “Avoid Trouble: Items Banned on Cruise Ships”
You Booked a Cruise – Now What?
This post contains affiliate links, if you click and buy a product, I may make a commission, at no cost to you. Please see my disclosure policy for details. Make sure booking information is correct Check everything from the spelling of the names on the booking to the cruise dates. It is easy in the excitement of bookingContinueContinue reading “You Booked a Cruise – Now What?”
Everything You Need to Know About Back-to-Back Cruises
Back-to-back cruises are a great way to extend your cruise vacation. They can be a cruise traveler’s dream, but many people wonder what to expect. There are many reasons to consider this type of cruise vacation. The most obvious is to prolong your vacation. Back to back cruises allow you to maximize the value ofContinueContinue reading “Everything You Need to Know About Back-to-Back Cruises”
What to Know Before Your Cruise Embarkation
It has finally arrived….Embarkation Day! All the waiting, planning and anticipation is almost over! Before you know it, you will be on board, sipping a tropical drink and waiting for sail away. Woohoo….vacation has begun!! Hold on though…you may be ready to get onboard, but the crew is busy preparing the ship and disembarking theContinueContinue reading “What to Know Before Your Cruise Embarkation”
Why cruise Alaska?
Why are you going to Alaska again? Aren’t you tired of it? Isn’t it boring, seeing the same ports over and over? What is so special about it? I am asked these questions every year when we book our annual Alaska cruise. And no….I WILL NEVER GET TIRED OF ALASKA!!! Each cruise is different. Yes,ContinueContinue reading “Why cruise Alaska?”
Explore Anchorage: Must-Do Activities and Attractions
This post may contain affiliate links which means if you click and buy that I may make a commission, at no cost to you. Please see my disclosure policy for details. What is there to do in Anchorage? LOTS! Some of our favorite activities are renting bikes, visiting the Ulu factory or just walking around downtown. ThereContinueContinue reading “Explore Anchorage: Must-Do Activities and Attractions”
Must have souvenirs!
When we travel, I love to bring home mementos of our journey….both for me and for friends and family. But this can be challenging. What do I get? How do I get it home? It needs to be small, unbreakable (most of the time!), useful and fun. When going to Alaska, I love to buyContinueContinue reading “Must have souvenirs!”
Pros and Cons of Hubbard Glacier, Glacier Bay, Tracy Arm Fjord and Endicott Arm Fjord
Many people have questions about the differences between the three options available, so thought I would give a quick list of the pros and cons of each Hubbard Glacier Pro: Hubbard, as noted in my prior post, is a large, advancing glacier. The trip to the glacier is through Disenchantment Bay. Hubbard is the largest tidewaterContinueContinue reading “Pros and Cons of Hubbard Glacier, Glacier Bay, Tracy Arm Fjord and Endicott Arm Fjord”
Exploring Ketchikan: Top Activities for Your Alaska Trip
Ketchikan is known as the rainfall capital of the United States, so be prepared. That being said….in the 10+ visits we’ve been there….we’ve only had rain ONCE! We’ve gotten far more rain in Juneau and Skagway…lol! Ketchikan offers a variety of activities, from experiencing Alaskan Native culture to exploring the stunning natural landscape. Some popular optionsContinueContinue reading “Exploring Ketchikan: Top Activities for Your Alaska Trip”