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Standby Isn’t Just for Planes Anymore: Rocky Checks Out Holland America’s New Standby Program
September 29, 2024
We take a chance by booking Holland America’s Standby Program to see what it’s like. We share the process and tips for this money-saving cruise booking option.
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Is Norwegian Cruise Line’s Loyalty Program Worth It?
September 18, 2024
We deep dive into Norwegian Cruise Line’s Latitudes Rewards Loyalty Program (and fine print!) to answer: Is Norwegian Cruise Line’s Loyalty Program Worth It?
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Personal Life Update from Mark
September 14, 2024
A year ago, my life changed when my employer went through a downsizing. Find out more about this past year in a Personal Life Update from Mark.
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Carnival Conquest Full Review – 2024
September 12, 2024
Carnival Conquest is a 20+ year old ship. We answer the questions: Does she hold up? and Would we sail her again? in our Carnival Conquest Full Review – 2024!
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Margaritaville At Sea Sparkling Wine Brunch Menu and Photos
September 9, 2024
One of the upcharge dining options on board Margaritaville At Sea Islander is the Margaritaville At Sea Sparkling Wine Brunch. This brunch is served in the more upscale Islander Dining Room located on the second floor of the Fins Restaurant….
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How to Retire On A Cruise Ship – 2024 Edition
September 4, 2024
It’s been several years since I wrote my first article about what it would take to retire on board a Carnival Cruise ship. We’ve all seen the articles where some retired couple claims that living on a cruise ship is…
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Celebration Key Rentals
August 1, 2024
Carnival Cruise Line has officially released their new lineup of cabanas, villas, and daybeds for Celebration Key! We pulled all of the pricing for you!
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What’s So Special About Carnival’s Loft 19?
July 31, 2024
In 2021, Carnival launched a new class of ships called the Excel-class with the Mardi Gras. We hopped onto that ship for a sailing in her inaugural season and were blown away by the size and design of this at…
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