Cruising Destinations That are NOT the Caribbean

One of the things that keeps frequent cruisers coming back again and again, is the incredible variety of destinations that can be visited on a cruise. And while for many, their first cruise is to the sunny and warm tropical islands of the Caribbean, the fact is that there is – literally – an entire world of amazing places that not only *can* be explored on a cruise but may actually be *best* explored on a cruise. Let’s take a look at a few of them today. Read more

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What We Loved About Barbados

As I mentioned last week, my husband and I had the chance to travel to Barbados to celebrate our anniversary. We are back now (sadly!) but we came home with many wonderful memories of our stay at Sandals Royal Barbados. We loved every minute of our visit there last week, and rather than tell you about it, I thought it would be more fun to show you some of what made our visit so special and memorable. Read more

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St. Lucia – 5 Things That Make It Special

Gros Piton and Petit Piton in St. Lucia – what an incredible site!

There’s no question that a vacation on one of the beautiful Caribbean islands is what many folks dream of for a winter/spring getaway. Who wouldn’t love the chance to escape the cold, ice, and snow, and enjoy some time enjoying the sun, sand, and surf?

One of the most-visited islands of the Caribbean is St. Lucia, and today we are going to explore what makes this island paradise just so special. Read more

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First Time Visiting Jamaica? 4 Things You’ll Want to Know

There is nothing like the incredible sunsets in Negril, Jamaica!

While it may seem strange to be thinking about winter/spring break travel when fall has literally just begun, the truth is that this is the perfect time to start planning that warm-weather-getaway. Because once the cold winds start to blow, and you’re surrounded by mounds of snow and ice, you’ll want that getaway – and so will everyone else! Planning ahead now will give you the most choices, and best prices – so while you’re drinking that pumpkin spice latter, let’s chat today about one of the most popular destinations to visit in the Caribbean, Jamaica!

Jamaica is a beautiful island to visit, with everything from miles of white sand beach to lush jungles and waterfalls, as well as many great resorts suitable to a variety of budgets. It’s the perfect destination for a winter/spring break getaway, and with many well-priced flights, it’s also one of the most affordable Caribbean islands.

If you’re thinking of making a visit to this lovely island (and you really should), here are a few things you may not know about Jamaica if you’re visiting for the first time! Read more

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River Cruising – The Perfect Blend of Art, Music, History, and Food

What a lovely view! The fountains at the Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria

When it comes to a vacation that blends experiences in history, art, music, and food, it’s hard to top a river cruise. Especially one that is leisurely sailing down the Danube River. If you’ve dreamed of exploring one of Europe’s most beautiful regions, a river cruise is the perfect way to do so! Read more

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