96 Search results

For the term "label/Miami".
Cruise Lines To Steer Well Clear Of These Days!

Cruise Tips

Cruise Lines To Steer Well Clear Of These Days!

…like MSC Virtuosa based, and in North America, particularly sailing out of Miami with many of their new glitzy mega ships. Many have tried MSC Cruises because of their incredibly good value, and the policy of kids travelling free makes it extremely appealing to families. But many have not liked it. MSC Cruises gets criticism for a couple of reasons. First, they tend to be really packed, partly driven by the kids travelling free rule, so many cabin…

Uncategorized

Join Me On My 2026 Panama Canal Group Cruise

…on board Holland America Zuiderdam and lasts 15 nights cruising departing Miami on 31 January 2026 and arriving into San Diego on 15 February 2026. The Panama Canal has been the most requested cruises for me to host a group cruise on, and after our incredible time as a group on Holland America Eurodam in April 2024, I am pleased to return to the line for this group cruise. I have cabins in the best locations being held at most grades of Inside, O…

Cruise Tips

Not Telling Your Cruise Line These 6 Things Could Sink Your Cruise

…gummies on board to help her sleep. She was going through security at Port Miami when a security guard spotted a bag of CBD gummies in her backpack. She’d bought them legally online as they are allowed in the State she lives in, so assumed she could bring them on the cruise. Cruise lines have a no tolerance for drugs policy, which includes any cannabis related products. So, despite being a loyal Carnival cruiser, she was banned for life for contra…

Cruise Tips

Smart Cruisers Rely On These Game-Changing Cruise Resources

…m Buenos Aires, around South America, through the Panama Canal and back to Miami. I don’t book though VacationsToGo, though, I just use it as a resource. I prefer booking through my own travel agent because I like to choose my own cabin, and tailor all the add-ons. She has now booked that trip for me. Once I’ve decided on the cruise and line to go on, the next key decision is choosing the right cabin. I find it complicated using the cruise line we…

Cruise Tips

Cruise Lines JUST Banned These 6 Much-Loved Items!!

…to her huge cost trying to board a Carnival cruise with her family in Port Miami in Florida to celebrate her wedding anniversary. CBD Gummies were spotted in her bag, and she was denied boarding with no refund, and was also banned for life for cruising on Carnival. So, bear that in mind, products with CBD are a no go. If you want to find out the full list of what is banned on your next cruise, search the name of the cruise line and the words “proh…

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent Claims It’s the BEST Cruise Line – Here’s What I Found!

…much so on this one. This Grandeur cruise was a Panama Canal transit from Miami to Los Angeles. Most of the ports are the same as a group cruise I am running on Holland America next year. So, a premium not ultra-luxury category cruise line. However, the excursions available to purchase on that are way more varied and significantly better than most of the excursions included on this Regent trip. I assume to work within budget, the Regent included…

Cruise Tips

8 Underrated Cruise Tips Savvy Travellers Use (But Most Cruisers Don’t)

…niques: Cruising from Regional Ports Major cruise hubs (e.g., Southampton, Miami, Port Canaveral) usually have: Higher fares Crowded terminals More expensive hotels Regional ports often mean: Lower cruise fares Cheaper pre-/post-night hotels Easier travel days Cruise in Shoulder Seasons Examples: Mediterranean / Alaska → May & September Caribbean → November & March Weather is still good and prices are much lower. Final Thoughts These underrated cr…

Cruise Tips

Adult Cruise Tips: Tips EVERY Adult Cruiser Should Be Using

…Van Veldhuizen discovered when CBD Gummies were found in her bags at Port Miami boarding Carnival Horizon. She was banned for life by the line. You’ll increasingly see more signage as you go to check in at the major cruise terminals and in various ports of call. And increasingly, you may spot sniffer dogs at some embarkation ports. So even though it’s legal as an adult on land, it’s not legal on cruise ships. Next as you are likely paying more fo…