Royal Caribbean is one of the world’s best cruise lines. There is something special for everyone to enjoy while on board. There is ice skating, the rock climbing wall, enjoying some quiet time in the Solarium pool, and even attending the “Love & Marriage Game Show”. The one event which is top of every man’s …
The Oasis Of The Seas All-Access Tour: The Bridge, Galley, And All Scenes Beyond
The week of February 16th to the 23rd, 2013, my brother and I sailed on board Royal Caribbean’s beautiful Oasis of The Seas. The Oasis of The Seas and her sister ship, Allure of The Seas, are the two largest cruise ships in the world. Both ships are 1,187 feet long, 208 feet wide, and …
Cruise Drinks: Straight Up, and Straight Down!
Cruisers, whether first-time or multi-time, you are probably looking back on your most recent trip or looking forward to your upcoming cruise. Cruising is full of many great experiences regardless of what type of trip you’re going on. Whether it’s clothing-optional, a Trans-Atlantic crossing, or a short five day trip to just get away from …
Setting Sail By Rail: Your Amtrak Train and Ship Await!
Have you ever driven or flown to your cruise vacation before? The highways and airports are a mess. Driving and flying are sometimes not ideal ways of traveling to your cruise departure port. Cruises are supposed to be fun! From the many activities on board ship, to all the exciting shore excursions, it’s the perfect …
A Railroader’s Dream: Coast to Coast…and Back!
I have been on many train trips in the past. My Amtrak travels have taken me to and from many great places. I’ve traveled on the Empire Service to Niagara Falls on the old Turboliner. I have traveled aboard the Broadway Limited, the Northeast Regional service, the Metroliner, the San Diegan, the Acela Express, and …
The Kingston Years
I can never forget the four incredible years I had in college. I made plenty of friends, hung out with the girls every other day, and accidentally had a family of raccoons in my dorm watching 20/20. College was made up of four great years of fond memories. I made the Dean’s List for the …
Cruise Dining: Options Galore On The Menu
As many know, cruising is one of the greatest ways to see the world. Whether it’s visiting the ports of the Mediterranean, the colorful shores of the Caribbean, the majestic sights of Alaska, or the romantic shores of Hawaii, there’s so much to see and do. On board ship, dining adds a whole other “taste” …
My First “Adventure” On Board Royal Caribbean
July 1st, 2007, was a day I couldn’t wait for. It was a beautiful Sunday morning. My brother and I were about to sail on board Royal Caribbean for our very first time. The ship we were about to sail on was the magnificent Adventure of The Seas, a Voyager class vessel. Three and a …
Nine Days Aboard The Explorer of the Seas
My brother and I sailed on board Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of The Seas. I refer to her as “Big E” in June 2010. It was the cruise of the millennium and was THE BEST cruise ever. I can’t stress it any further than I have with my friends, family, and colleagues. My brother and I …
You Know You’re a Cruise Addict When/If…
you constantly visit cruise line web sites you have a cruise countdown set up on your computer screen >you’re constantly talking about embarkation day you dress accordingly for the embarkation photo you go to the photo gallery to look at other passengers’ photos you can’t wait to try on the ever so stylish life jacket …