Trading Fast-Paced Travel for a Transatlantic Cruise Have you ever felt like you needed a vacation after your vacation? I had just returned from two weeks in Japan where I took planes, trains, and automobiles to see different parts of the country and stayed at six different hotels. As much as I loved exploring Japan,…
I see this question a lot on social media and in internet forums, and I can understand why people might have concerns. Travel is usually filled with new places, new experiences, new cultures, so we’re already a bit unsettled. Adding in the fears of pickpockets or other scary things we hear about from the media,…
MSC Yacht Club is a ship-within-a-ship option for those who value luxury travel, but also want the amenities of a large, mainline cruise ship. Most of the main U.S. based lines have these options, and MSC may be one of the best if this is your style. In order to have access to the Yacht…
In this post, I’ve included PDFs of all the Celebrity Today Daily Planner schedules from my Celebrity Apex Transatlantic cruise to help you plan your days at sea or simply get inspired for your own adventure. Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, these schedules are a great resource for understanding what to expect on…
I have heard many good things about the MSC Yacht Club “ship-within-a-ship” experience. When I was looking for a fun, relaxing way to celebrate my birthday, booking a luxury solo getaway felt like the perfect choice. This 3-night MSC Seashore trip report breaks down my experience sailing out of Port Canaveral, balancing the premium Yacht…
Thinking about booking the MSC Yacht Club for a shorter getaway? If you’re wondering if the premium “ship-within-a-ship” experience is worth it on a short itinerary, these daily planners (called the Daily Program) from my 3-night cruise out of Port Canaveral from November 2025 will give you a detailed look at what to expect! The…
When I started a new job and had to build up vacation time, I wanted to take full advantage of the week off we had between Christmas and New Years. By combining that time off with just a few vacation days, I could take the extended trip I was craving. A Panama Canal cruise was…
A cruise through the Panama Canal has been on my bucket list, and over the holidays, I was able to check it off my list. Full Transit vs Partial Transit Cruise Through the Panama Canal There are two types of cruises you can do to experience the Panama Canal – a full transit or a…
Planning a cruise on the Coral Princess? If you’re curious about what daily life on board looks like, these Princess Patter schedules from my 16-day Panama Canal cruise will give you a detailed glimpse! The Princess Patter is the daily guide provided to guests, featuring everything from dining times and activities to entertainment options and…
Have you ever considered sailing alone on an MSC cruise? Wondering what it might be like? I did my first MSC cruise as a solo traveler to the Canary Islands out of Southampton and thought I’d share my experience. Booking a Solo Cruise on MSC I had been curious about MSC as they seem to…
