No one can say that cruising is no fun. Everyone who comes home from their cruise vacation always have plenty to share. They brag about who stuffed themselves, who won the jackpot in bingo, who won big in the casino, and who spent the most in duty-free shopping. The list goes on and on. In …
Sailing day: The passengers’ countdown checklist
There is simply no news more exciting than hearing that a someone had booked a cruise. Regardless of cruise line, the energy is at a high level. The on board activities, the entertainment, the shore excursions, and the memories all lay head. It’s all good. From beginning to end, cruises are full of good times …
Theme cruises: Five floating, unmissable extravaganzas
A cruise: a pleasure voyage on a ship, usually with stops at various ports. That’s one definition. The more appropriate definition is “a never-ending floating party on the move”. Cruises offer so much to do, so much to experience, and so many new things to try. Cruises enable people of all ages to break outside their …
On-board charge accounts: Paper vs. plastic
Cruising can’t be a more rewarding away to explore the world. There is simply no better way to leave the real world behind. Guests enjoy refreshing alcoholic drinks by the pool, treat themselves to specialty dining, indulge in duty-free shopping, and go on exciting shore excursions. Without a doubt, guests are just glowing. Did someone …
A group cruise: Uncovering the formula to a successful voyage
Cruises are the best way to explore the world in one week or more. The entertainment is non-stop, the on board service is over-the-top masterful, and the memories last a lifetime. Week-in and week-out, cruise passengers have high expectations for the trip they have been looking forward to for many months. It is a much …
Cruise transportation: A matter of time vs. cost
Cruising can’t be a more enjoyable vacation experience. The on board entertainment and on board activities are non-stop. There is something fun for everyone to do. Before all of the fun can begin, cruise passengers have to deal with the grueling process of getting transportation to and from the cruise terminal. Whether cruising locally or …
“Puerto Rico: La isla de las estrellas brillantes” coming January 20th
The Caribbean is one of the world’s most frequently visited regions. Among the many great islands in this vast region is the island known as “rich port”, or Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is the largest insular territory of the United States. It is neighbored by its smaller islands Vieques, Mona, Culebra, Desecheo, and Caja de …
“St. Maarten/Martin: One friendly island-twice the welcome” nearing completion
The Caribbean is the most visited region in the world. Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Aruba, and Barbados, are among the many great destinations that make the Caribbean the perfect home away from home. Every island in the Caribbean has unique characteristics and famous features. Plus, they all have have a storied history. The friendly locals, sugar …
Assignment, Baltimore: A work day to remember
Thursday, November 12th, 2009, the northeast was rocked by a nor’easter. The following day, I received a phone call from my staff administrator. My brother and I were busy in the garage re-stringing lights on our Christmas wreath. I was asked if I could travel with the Bayonne staff to Baltimore. I was told briefly …
My first Princess cruise: Nine days of pure Heaven
It was August 2008. I had won the Freedom Travel Raffle at the parish where I was volunteer teaching English As A Second Language. The grand prize was five thousand dollars, including a twenty-five hundred dollar gift card to Liberty Travel. It was time to put the winnings into action. I decided on taking a Princess …