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Trip Talk: ETW Advisor Kathy Sails on Allure of the Seas®

Deciding to join friends on a last-minute cruise with Royal Caribbean® on Allure of the Seas®, Encompass the World advisor Kathy and her husband set sail for the sunshine and blue skies of the Bahamas in September. The 4-night itinerary included stops in Nassau and Perfect Day at CocoCay, but this Oasis Class ship shines for endless food and fun! Get to Know Allure of the Seas® One of the largest and most amenity-packed ships sailing the world today, Allure of the Seas® is truly a destination. With seven themed neighborhoods, more than twenty dining venues, and world-class entertainment from…
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Alaska Cruise Ports

Alaska is a playlist of nature’s greatest hits. Snow-capped mountain peaks. Stunning glaciers. Impressive wildlife. Blue water stretching to the horizon. For many travelers, it’s the bucket list destination that captures their imaginations. In a previous post, we introduced you to the various scenic cruising destinations in Alaska. In this post, we’ll explore a few of the ports you can explore across the itineraries of several of our preferred suppliers. Sitka An island community nestled between the mountains and the Gulf of Alaska, Sitka embraces its strong ancient native culture and shows off its abundant wildlife. Suggested excursions*: Visit Sitka…
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5 Similarities Between Cruise and Resort Vacations

When it comes to planning your next vacation, are you scrolling the itineraries of your preferred cruise line? Dreaming about the excursions you’ll book for your port days? Considering upgrading to a suite rather than booking your usual balcony stateroom? We know you love cruising. We do too! But if you haven’t tried an all-inclusive resort, you might be missing out on a new favorite vacation. Here are five reasons why you, the avid cruiser, might love booking a vacation at an all-inclusive resort: 1 – Familiarity As with cruising, you will appreciate that your resort package includes meals, daytime…
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5 Tips to Make Your Cruise Smooth Sailing

You’re going on a cruise! No matter the cruise line you’re sailing with, there are some universal tips that will help you make the most of your vacation. #1 – Book and Prepay Book your excursions, specialty dining, and shows ahead of time. Some sell out quickly, so this ensures your spot is secured. It’s best to book your excursions directly through the cruise line in the event it runs long or gets canceled. It also helps to plan out your schedule in advance. Do this even for included activities, like shows on board. Prepay everything you can before you…
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New Cruise Ships Setting Sail in 2024

Here’s hoping for fair skies and following seas in 2024! With so many new cruise ships sailing the globe, we can’t wait to help you plan an exciting adventure at sea that promises endless onboard amenities, special memories in port, and genuine fun for all ages. Here are a few ships generating excitement this year: Icon of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) The largest ships launching in 2024 also have the biggest buzz. Icon of the Seas sets sail in January as the first in a new class of ships from Royal Caribbean. It boasts lots…
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