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No — and you might not even want it! I’m not trying to manufacture controversy with this post, I promise. But it’s my opinion that not only do you not *need* a balcony in Alaska, you may even be happier with an inside cabin. As I’m writing this blog post, I’m on my fifth Alaska…
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Make a shandy! (That is, head to a brewery) * H/t to my roommate and travel buddy Emily for the excellent post title It should have been so easy. I was flying to Seattle to meet my brother for our Alaska cruise. His flight was direct, mine connected in Austin. (I like to fly out…
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How does luggage work when you board a cruise? Whether you’re a minimalist or want to bring everything with you that might possibly need, it helps to understand your options for bringing luggage on your cruise ship. There are some things you can do to make this process much easier! When you arrive at the…
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New to all of this? I’m here to help! If you’ve decided to take the plunge and (finally!) get yourself onboard a cruise ship, you might find that the way you book cruises is a little different from other kinds of travel. In this two-part series, I’m going to talk about some of the things…
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New to all of this? I’m here to help! Cruising has a couple of rules that differ considerably from air or hotel travel, and understanding them can help you make the most of your cruise planning experience. Difference #2: Correcting the spelling of names on a cruise booking is no big deal. I think we’ve…
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Can you do work on a cruise? Should you? Because I have a job (well, two really) that lets me work remotely, I often take my work with me on cruises. Cruise ship wifi isn’t perfect, but it’s improved to the point where it’s possible to do most online tasks while you’re on your cruise.…
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Doing the “speakeasy” experience on the Margaritaville at Sea Islander When, like me, you’re a Jimmy Buffett fan, you keep your ears open for opportunities to honor your favorite singer’s legacy. Jimmy died in September 2023, and for many of us, it was a huge loss. If you’re a late-40s Parrothead like me, you might…
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What did I think? Would I do it again? Ok, I’ll be honest: I expected that I’d love my first Margaritaville at Sea cruise. I’m a huge Jimmy Buffett fan, and I also knew that the Islander was a clone of the Carnival Spirit-class ships, which I love. (The Islander was purchased from Carnival’s Costa…
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I have some thoughts on who might enjoy the Margaritaville at Sea Islander! I’m not going to bury the lead here — the Islander is a surprisingly great option for families. There are lots of pool areas, and the plethora of fast-casual food options means you aren’t tied to a traditional dining room. MAS has…
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