May 17, 2012

What NOT To Bring On A Cruise

So in 7 days I set sail on my cruise to The Bahamas on Royal Caribbeans “Monarch of the Sea’s.” As I was sitting in my office earlier I was thinking not what I need to pack, but what NOT to pack on a cruise.  I started writing a list of things not to bring.  Before [...]

Episode 3 – Cruise and Blog Radio – Year Around Cruises from Charleston, SC

In episode 3 we continue our two part interview with Anne Campbell of Cruising From New York.com and Doug is broadcasting live from the Port of Charleston, SC with some big news from the Carnival Cruise Lines camp about the port. We will have Doug on the show live from Charleston, SC. Powered by Podbean.com

Carnival Dream: A Reality for Florida

Carnival Dream in the ship yard in Italy

In September of this year, Carnival will launch their biggest ship yet — Carnival Dream.  The Dream will weight in at 130,000 tons, over 1,000 feet long, and will carry over 3,600 passengers. The ship currently sits in the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy undergoing exterior completions. The ship will be put into service in September offering a series [...]

“Freebies” while cruising

It’s no doubt in this economy we are pinching pennies now more than ever, yes, even on vacation.  A common misconception when you take a cruise is that everything costs money. Wrong!  Here are a few ”freebies.”  Check your daily cruise planner for these events: Captains Cocktail Party – free drinks ands snacks On board activities such [...]