New International Air Restrictions

by | Jan 13, 2021 | General Information | 0 comments

CDC Issues Negative COVID-19 Test Result Requirement

All air passengers arriving from outside the United States will now be required to have a negative COVID-19 test, not more than 3 days old, before they are allowed to board the plane. This applies to all passengers, including US citizens.

Be sure you understand this requirement, and find a place to have it done, before arriving at the airport.

While this may be difficult to do when you have a full schedule, you will need to take the time to do this, so make sure you schedule it in.

Disney Cruises – What’s Included? Meals and Snacks

by | Dec 10, 2018 |

Cruises are a great deal, because they are "all-inclusive." That means that your accommodations, meals, and transportation to the ports (once on the ship) are included. However, not everything is included. This series will include lists of items included and not...

Things to Get Done Before You Get off a Cruise

by | Dec 3, 2018 |

Some things you just can't do when you get off the cruise ship on your last day, and some things you just need to do to make it easier to get off the ship. First, if you are really enjoying your cruise, and you want to cruise again (on the same cruise...

The Disney Magic

by | February 22, 2023 | Cruises, Disney Cruise, Travel Without Children | 0 Comments

We were so excited to get back on a cruise ship again, which we did the end of January 2023, and we were especially excited since it was our first time on the Disney Magic! We headed to the Port of Galveston to hop aboard this four night cruise to Progresso, Mexico....
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National Chocolate Chip Day

by | August 4, 2022 | General Information | 0 Comments

Today is National Chocolate Chip Day and Royal Caribbean has shared their Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe here:...
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The Best Cruise Line

by | October 8, 2021 | General Information | 0 Comments

We are often asked which is the best cruise line. Well, it all depends on you. Ok, so you think that's a non-answer. But think about it, not everyone enjoys the same things you do. Some people like tons of active activities like swimming, water slides, basketball,...
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Book a Cruise Now? or Wait?

by | September 27, 2021 | Cruises, General Information | 0 Comments

Let me first explain that while I am a Travel Advisor, and I get paid commission for helping you book your cruise (or hotel, or resort stay, or well...), I want you to have the information you need to decide what vacation will be best for you. I don't want you to come...
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COVID-19 “Vaccines” and Travel

by | August 20, 2021 | General Information | 0 Comments

If you are "vaccinated" or not, there are rules for travel, especially foreign travel. Some countries require a "vaccination" (sometimes with a negative test, sometimes no test is necessary), sometimes they only require a negative test or proof of recovery in a...
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Waiting on Passports

by | July 16, 2021 | General Information | 0 Comments

If you are in need of renewing your passport, or getting your first, consider doing it soon. Current wait times for a passport that is not expedited, is anywhere from 12 to 18 weeks. Many countries require your passport to be in effect for at least 3-6 months after...
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To Cruise or Not to Cruise, That Is the Question

by | June 25, 2021 | General Information | 0 Comments

It seems that just when you think you know the rules, everything changes again. If you are like me, you want to get on a cruise ship. I prefer to not cruise in the summer, so I'm not planning to cruise anytime real soon. However, I sometimes wonder when I should...
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In Memory of Gavin MacLeod

by | June 1, 2021 | General Information | 0 Comments

This is the video posted in memory of Gavin MacLeod, aka Captain Merrill Stubing on "The Love Boat." He was a real ambassador for cruising. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfDrn-PQkk4
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Travel Scams: Beware

by | May 17, 2021 | General Information | 0 Comments

It is unfortunate that there are a few people who will take advantage of others by scamming them. But, it happens. With the pent up demand for travel, scammers are setting up fake web sites to get you to purchase airline tickets and other travel items. These sites...
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Will You Be Travelling Soon?

by | April 30, 2021 | Cruises, General Information, International Travel | 0 Comments

Some of you may want to travel internationally, whether by flying or by cruise. More and more countries are requiring you to have a COVID-19 vaccine. Some won't let you in without a vaccine, but some will allow you in as long as you quarantine upon arrival. Each...
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